Discover the fascinating neuroscience behind comedy: how professional comedians literally think differently, with less controlled brain activity but superior pattern recognition that lets them spot humor everywhere.
A compelling exposé on how ultra-processed foods dominate our diets, impacting health and the environment on a global scale.
A leading AI researcher proposes a groundbreaking approach to ensure AI systems align with human values and preferences.
Exploring the future of artificial intelligence
A profound exploration of human meaning-making, blending psychology, mythology, and neuroscience to decode our deepest beliefs and motivations.
Castaways harness science to conquer nature's secrets on uncharted shores.
A scientific exploration of meat consumption's history, environmental impact, and future sustainability in modern society.
Comprehensive history of cancer and its treatments.
Groundbreaking philosophy of science work arguing for falsifiability as the key criterion for scientific theories and knowledge.
Ancient powers collide as humanity's diaspora reshapes galactic civilization.
Uncovering the taboo and science of masturbation with wit and expertise.
Riveting stories of military working dogs and their handlers, exploring the unbreakable bonds forged in the crucible of war.
From Eisenhower's 'Atoms for Peace' to Fukushima's wake-up call, explore how America learned to harness-and fear-nuclear power through decades of brilliant innovation and catastrophic mistakes.
A renowned naturalist's urgent call to save our planet, blending personal experiences with a vision for Earth's sustainable future.
Explores how sex shapes human nature, evolution, and culture through a witty, scientific lens of evolutionary biology.
Discover how neuroscience reveals spirituality is hardwired in our brains and how activating these neural pathways can transform mental health, enhance neuroplasticity, and elevate consciousness—regardless of your belief system.
A witty exploration of animal intelligence, challenging human superiority and questioning if our brainpower is more curse than blessing.
Lena and Eli explore how AI, biotech, and emerging technologies are converging to create unprecedented disruption across industries, transforming how we work, live, and solve global challenges.