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Each week Greg and Mitch of AsapSCIENCE explain the science behind a controversial subject. They use studies, recent research and anecdotes to keep you entertained while *BAM* simultaneously LEARNING! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

July 2, 2025 46 mins

Are you Type A or Type B? This is a question you may have been asked - or you might think you are one over the other. The psychology of personality types is a huge deal online - and it can even inform the way you live your life. Today we explain all of the science and psychology about Type A vs. Type B and figure out if there is any validity at ALL to these claims.


STUDYTIME: Are you Type A or Type B and what does that mean?


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It is our annual pride episode where we update you are ON the QUEER SCIENCE. Why do gay people exist, why does having and older brother make you more likely to be gay, how bad is Grindr for your brain, what makes your semen taste good - AND MORE. HAVE FUN FOLKXXXXXXX


WDWLTW:

  • new breakthrough in HIV medication
  • why AI is ruining science

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Brain rot is real - and it is likely from us all scrolling our phones. Scrolling our phones leads to a change in our brain that can lead to impatience. Today we talk about the up to date science on attention span, phone use, impatience - and the best ways for us to get our attention spans back. And question - does everyone have ADHD?


WDWLTW:

  • which country could survive without international trade?
  • is all "priming research" deb...
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New studies on pain and mental illness are blowing minds - because a lot of what works best is ... placebo? Today we are talking about the new research on placebo pills, how even imagining taking a pill helps and also how it relates the future of medicine. We even explain exactly HOW placebo pills work.


STUDYTIME: why imaginary pills are curing illness!


WDWLTW:

  • is decaf coffee as effective as real coffee?
  • when did birds ACT...
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Erectile dysfunction is growing in men under the age of 40. To the point that researchers are calling it a "crisis in male sexuality". Cialis, Viagra, Blue Chew and other drugs are meant to help - but why is erectile dysfunction on the rise. Today we explain all the recent research and trends around impotence in men.


STUDYTIME: Why are men unable to maintain erections?


WDWLTW:

  • should you have sex before bed?
  • when did flower...
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There is actually a lot of difference between the left and right brain. Today we explain the science of brain hemispheric specialization - a fancy term for left brain vs. right brain science. There is a lot of myths in this neuroscience, but also some fascinating truths. It helps you to understand your concept of consciousness as well as how you perceive the world around you. We are obsessed with this science!


STUDYTIME: Are you...

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Are we interested in older men? Why do we hate Taylor Swift? (I swear we don't) Why are we so vanilla and unaware of butt plugs.


IT IS A CALL IN EPISODE - so get ready y'all!




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ASAPSCIENCE BIRD WATCHING HIKE - REGISTER HERE: https://hpncspecialevents.campbrainregistration.com/


Porn addiction is on the rise, increasing A LOT since the pandemic. Today we are going to talk about what happens in your brain and body when you watch porn, why it is becoming a huge issues for people, and what you can do about it. It is hard to know if you have a bad relationship to porn - so today we will teach you about it.

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Today we take you on an amazing step by step journey into bird watching. It turns out that once you start bird watching, you are more likely to become an environmentalist, appreciate nature and donate more to conservationist efforts. It’s relaxing and life changing so you need to START RIGHT NOW! The birds are HERE Y'ALL - and ...

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AsapSCIENCE ANNUAL BIRD WATCHING HIKE - MAY 22nd 6-9 pm:


UPDATE ON QUITTING WEED. There are new studies coming out about why it is so hard to quit weed, and why it might be time to start thinking about it. We will go through effective strategies to understand when...

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Pre-workout is the most popular supplement amongst young people next to multivitamins. It has creatine, caffeine, and beta alanine which has known to cause skin itching. Today we break down all the science of what is in pre-workout, how it works and whether or not it is dangerous!


STUDYTIME: Is pre-workout dangerous?


WDWLTW:

  • what makes a "good day"
  • how to get better media sources in Canada

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Today we are are doing another pop culture breakdown to get y'all caught up. What do we think of Lady Gaga's MAYHEM, did Mitch like the end of Traitors? Is white lotus losing it's magic? Why is King Charles obsessed with Afro-beats and is Meghan Markle real?


Today we leave it all on THE POD - GOOD LUCK SURVIVING THESE HOT TAKES HAHAHAHAHHAHA


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Butt plug use is on the rise - and new studies have found out why. Today we talk about what happens when you use a butt plug, why they are so popular and what the risks might be. WE HAD NO IDEA THEY WERE SO POPULAR!


STUDYTIME: How do butt plugs work?


WDWTLW:

  • update on the COVID vaccine
  • how intergenerational trauma is passed on genetically

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Increasing dietary fiber is one of the biggest health trends of right now, but is there any scientific proof as to why we should be consuming more fiber? There are even fiber supplements or brands like Pure For Men which pitch selling fiber capsules as ways to improve your health, but how do they work. Today we talk about what foods contain the most fiber, soluble and insoluble fiber and how you can use science to become more healt...

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February 19, 2025 49 mins
Tomato and peanut butter sandwich, top vers bottom, call in's about cock rings and why are you vomitting? This is our fourth call in episode. We are back to the science next week, but for now PIPING HOT TEA!

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February 12, 2025 47 mins

Are we becoming parents? What did we think of the Superbowl half time show? What type of school system is our favourite? TODAY IS A CALL IN EPISODE!


To call in an ask us a question go to asapscience.com/chat


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Cock rings, tension rings or constriction rings are a "sex toy" that is on the rise in men. More cock rings than ever are being used right now with over 50% of gay and bisexual men currently using them. So why have they become popular, how do they work and are there any issues with sliding a cock ring over your penis and testicles?


STUDYTIME: Why are cock rings so popular?


WDWLTW

  • why it is good to ITCH
  • the largest cannabis ...
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50 percent of people by the age of 50 will get a hemorrhoid. Millions of people have them around the world - and therefore new treatments are necessary to deal with this annoying disease. Today we talk about what hemorrhoids are, the history of them, what symptoms there are and how new treatments could help you deal with them. Also Greg will let you in on all the juicy details of his hemorrhoid named "Jenny"


STUDYTIME: What are ...

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The news is horrible right now - or is it? Today we explain why one of us is giving up, and the other is trying to reach into psychology and science to cope - but in the end is there a solution? Trump's inauguration, tariff's, racism, inequality, gun rights, statues, labour issues, war, genocide - are things actually getting worse or is it all in your head?


STUDYTIME: Why do things feel so bad right now?


WDWLTW:

  • AI predict...
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The bird flu is so close to reaching global pandemic status, that scientists are extremely concerned. The more you understand how this influenza A virus works, the easier it will be to stay safe, calm and prepare for what could happen. The virus has spread from birds to mammals to humans, in fact it has even killed one person in the US now and one person in Canada is very sick. Today we are explaining everything you need to know ab...

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