The ProBoh Show

In the first part of today's show, we looked at a bizarre new trend reported by WIRED: people are deliberately trying to get their AI chatbots “high” by simulating drug use in conversations. Then we discussed an eye-opening story from Finland, where researchers claim that the internet itself is now generating enough energy to power entire cities of over 100,000 people.

Today's unpopular opinion was: Historical accuracy in fiction i...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at comments from the CEO of Southwest Airlines, who argued that meetings are not real work and backed it up by blocking his calendar every afternoon from Wednesday to Friday. Then we talked about what science says about whether humans are actually meant to be faithful.

Today's unpopular opinion was: Dating apps should have a ratings system for users.

In the second half of the show, we as...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at a warning from Anthropic’s Chief Scientist, who says we’re rapidly approaching a moment in AI development that could doom us all.

Today's unpopular opinion was: Open-casket funerals are inappropriate and unnecessary.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name something you'd expect to see at a funeral.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at new research suggesting that getting enough sleep may be one of the most important factors for staying healthy. Then we talked about a study revealing how kimchi targets key parts of your immune system.

Today's unpopular opinion was: Name the most annoying kind of social media post.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Should we bring back the downvote/dislike button?

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at the question: Which EU country speaks the best English as a second language?

Today's unpopular opinion was: Psychology should be a mandatory class in high schools.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name a trait of emotionally intelligent people.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at a surprising study showing that cats adjust their communication strategy by meowing more when greeting men. Then we talked about new research revealing that rural high school students are more likely than their city counterparts to graduate, yet remain less likely to go on to college.

Today's unpopular opinion was: Watching movies in theatres is better than watching at home.

In the se...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at why Gen Z and millennial consumers are feeling increasingly disillusioned — and what meaningful actions they can take to drive real change. Then we talked about a fascinating study showing that it's fantastical content, rather than rapid editing, that depletes children’s cognitive resources.

Today's unpopular opinion was: Gyms should be nationalised.

In the second half of the show, we...

In the first part of today’s show, we looked at why some people are always late, and what science has to say about the psychology behind chronic tardiness. Then we talked about South Korea’s surprising demographic shift as the country records its largest increase in births in 18 years.

Today's unpopular opinion was: Men have the advantage when it comes to dating.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name something m...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at how relationship anarchy is reshaping the nature of connection for millennials and Gen Z. Then we talked about the European Parliament’s proposal to ban social media for under-16s in an effort to improve online safety.

Today's unpopular opinion was: Happy endings in media are toxic.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name something you associate with fairy tales.

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In the first part of today's show, we examined why some species developed consciousness while others remained non-conscious, exploring what this means for evolution and intelligence. Then we talked about an article from The Independent discussing how writing can rewire your brain and help you build resilience.

Today's unpopular opinion was: If you're romantically interested in someone, you should tell them directly.

In the second h...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at the bizarre story of top MAGA influencers who were accidentally unmasked as foreign actors. Then we talked about the unexpected retirement of BMW’s figure humanoid robots after 11 months on the job — bruised, battered, and apparently not built for factory life.

Today's unpopular opinion was: Shamelessness is the key to success.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at why smart kids keep scrolling and what's really driving the endless screen-time loop. Then we talked about a fascinating anthropological angle: humans may be biologically evolved for nature, not cities.

Today's unpopular opinion was: Marijuana should not be legalised.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name something that should not be legal but is.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at a new study linking soft drink consumption to depression through its effects on the gut microbiome. Then we talked about another surprising study claiming that going seven days without food may offer a range of positive health benefits.

Today's unpopular opinion was: Humanities and arts are just as important as science and engineering.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 huma...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at a fascinating new study suggesting that Neanderthals may never have truly gone extinct. Then we talked about how Black Mirror seems to be becoming reality, thanks to a new app that lets users speak with AI avatars of deceased loved ones.

Today's unpopular opinion was age gap relationships of 20+ years are wrong.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name a reason some...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at how coffee has an “astounding” impact on irregular heartbeat in a world-first clinical trial. Then we talked about a surprising scientific finding: the hidden cost of lowering air pollution, known as the “clean air paradox.”

Today's unpopular opinion was “The truth is less important than the story people choose to believe.”

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name s...

In the first part of today's show, we learned how psychologists say you can actually use negative self-talk to your advantage. Later, we explored a surprising study suggesting that binge drinking in your youth might lead to career success later in life.

Today's unpopular opinion was that technology didn’t make us dumb; it revealed how dumb we already were.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name a piece of techn...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at how Saudi Arabia's dystopian futuristic city project is crashing and burning. Then we talked about why many experts are calling this era the age of anti-social media.

Today's unpopular opinion was that marriage benefits society more than individuals.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name something they would change if they could in their life.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at Bill Gates’ recent statement that climate change “will not lead to humanity’s demise.” Then we discussed a study showing that Omega-3 fatty acids may reduce aggression by up to 28%.

Today's unpopular opinion was that social media has made people more honest.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name something people lie about on social media.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at a study that found that being mean to ChatGPT can actually improve its accuracy—but scientists warn that users might regret the consequences. Then we talked about a tourist who, sixty years after stealing a skull from a cathedral, decided to send it back.

Today's unpopular opinion was that therapy culture has made people addicted to self-analysis.

In the second half of the show, we as...