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S3 Ep 567Dr. Cliff Redford: Upsetting Giraffe News - January 8, 2026
On Vet Talk (or Pet Talk), veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford reports on: Giraffe dies after being caught in habitat door at Toronto Zoo; Are exotic animal cafes a cute trend or a welfare crisis?; and These simple gestures could help older pets live longer and happier lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 566Tony Five: A Man On A Horse In Target - January 8, 2026
Foreign correspondent Tony Five covers the urban cowboy who rode his horse into Target in NYC and the 25 worst items pulled from people's behinds in 2025, according to the US government. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 565FULL EPISODE: Robotic Rabbits - January 8, 2026
The show opens with It's Time For Technology Time and tech analyst Carmi Levy covers: Scientists create robotic rabbits to fight invasive pythons in Florida; OpenAI launches ChatGPT Health to connect with user medical records; Cops forced to explain why AI generated police report said an officer transformed into a frog; and What to expect from CES 2026, the annual show of all things tech. On Vet Talk (or Pet Talk), veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford reports on: Giraffe dies after being caught in habitat door at Toronto Zoo; Are exotic animal cafes a cute trend or a welfare crisis?; and These simple gestures could help older pets live longer and happier lives. Media personality Caitlin Green discusses Ashley French (Tisdale) speaking out against her toxic mom group. (Listen to Caitlin co-hosting The Jann Arden Podcast here.) Bioethics professor Kerry Bowman weighs in on whether we should be allowed to resurrect someone who died with an AI likeness. Entertainment lawyer David Zitzerman unpacks a former NFL player suing his ex-wife over her NSFW comments about their sex life. Foreign correspondent Tony Five covers the urban cowboy who rode his horse into Target in NYC and the 25 worst items pulled from people's behinds in 2025, according to the US government. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:31) Carmi Levy pt. 1 (10:00) Carmi Levy pt. 2 (20:00) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 1 (30:00) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 2 (39:50) Caitlin Green (49:50) Kerry Bowman (59:50) David Zitzerman (1:09:50) Tony Five (1:19:15) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 564Jesse Rogerson: Betelgeuse Ain't Alone - January 7, 2026
Covering science news, professor Jesse Rogerson brings stories: Listening to music immediately after learning improves your memory; 8-year study confirms star Betelgeuse is definitely not alone; Tropical spiders make fearsome puppets for protection; and Fish mouth filter removes 99% of microplastics from water waste. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 563Alex Mackenzie: Quit Your Job For Comedy - January 7, 2026
From Prince George, BC, comedian Alex Mackenzie shares his story of quitting a 6-figure job to pursue stand-up comedy. Alex is then joined by Tony Five for an odd game of 'Would you rather?'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 562Lee Kuhnle: Cold War East Berlin Escapes - January 7, 2026
On Conspiracy Corner, political science professor Lee Kuhnle reveals some East Germany conspiracies, especially ones involving unlikely escapes to the West. Check out Lee's podcast The Uncover Up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 561Tony Five: RIP Metro Card - January 7, 2026
Foreign correspondent Tony Five and David chat about how to deal with troublesome news and discuss the funeral held for NYC's iconic Metro card (and Toronto's Conrad the raccoon.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 560FULL EPISODE: Fearsome Spider Puppets - January 7, 2026
Covering science news, professor Jesse Rogerson brings stories: Listening to music immediately after learning improves your memory; 8-year study confirms star Betelgeuse is definitely not alone; Tropical spiders make fearsome puppets for protection; and Fish mouth filter removes 99% of microplastics from water waste. Foreign correspondent Tony Five and David chat about how to deal with troublesome news and discuss the funeral held for NYC's iconic Metro card (and Toronto's Conrad the raccoon.) On Conspiracy Corner, political science professor Lee Kuhnle reveals some East Germany conspiracies, especially ones involving unlikely escapes to the West. (Check out Lee's podcast The Uncover Up here.) Economics professor Eric Kam and David rule on some odd 'Am I the a-hole?' scenarios. From Prince George, BC, comedian Alex Mackenzie shares his story of quitting a 6-figure job to pursue stand-up comedy. Alex is then joined by Tony Five for an odd game of 'Would you rather?'. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:22) Jesse Rogerson pt. 1 (10:00) Jesse Rogerson pt. 2 (20:00) Tony Five (30:00) Lee Kuhnle pt. 1 (39:50) Lee Kuhnle pt. 2 (49:50) Eric Kam (59:50) Alex Mackenzie (1:09:50) Alex Mackenzie & Tony Five (1:19:05) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 559Braden Hall: Who Flirts For Personal Gain - January 6, 2026
Experimental psychology researcher Braden Hall reveals how dark personality traits are linked to flirting for personal gain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 558Dr. Garritt Van Dyk: A Brief History Of Ice Cream - January 6, 2026
History lecturer Dr. Garritt (Chip) Van Dyk gives us the inside scoop: the 2,500-year history of ice-cream. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 557Panos Ipeirotis: Fighting AI With AI - January 6, 2026
NYU Professor Panos Ipeirotis walks David through how he fought fire with fire, using AI oral exams to combat AI assignment submissions from students. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 556Dr. Stephanie Sarkis: Time Blindness - January 6, 2026
Author and psychotherapist Dr. Stephanie Sarkis proposes that time blindness could be responsible for some people being chronically late. Find Dr. Sarkis's book Healing From Toxic Relationships here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 555Tony Five: Clean While You Cook - January 6, 2026
Foreign correspondent Tony Five reports on the controversy surrounding a McDonald's McRib meat lawsuit and what psychology says about people who clean as they cook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 554Troy Glover: Social Fitness For The New Year - January 6, 2026
Recreation and leisure studies professor Troy Glover suggests improving your social fitness as a New Year's resolution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 553Dr. Holly Molinaro: You've Misread Your Dog - January 6, 2026
Animal welfare consultant Dr. Holly Molinaro explains how most people overestimate their ability to read their pets' emotions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 552FULL EPISODE: Flirting For Favors - January 6, 2026
Foreign correspondent Tony Five reports on the controversy surrounding a McDonald's McRib meat lawsuit and what psychology says about people who clean as they cook. Experimental psychology researcher Braden Hall reveals how dark personality traits are linked to flirting for personal gain. Animal welfare consultant Dr. Holly Molinaro explains how most people overestimate their ability to read their pets' emotions. Recreation and leisure studies professor Troy Glover suggests improving your social fitness as a New Year's resolution. Author and psychotherapist Dr. Stephanie Sarkis proposes that time blindness could be responsible for some people being chronically late. (Find Dr. Sarkis's book Healing From Toxic Relationships here.) NYU Professor Panos Ipeirotis walks David through how he fought fire with fire, using AI oral exams to combat AI assignment submissions from students. History lecturer Dr. Garritt (Chip) Van Dyk gives us the inside scoop: the 2,500-year history of ice-cream. Lecturer in social psychology Mariel Marcano-Olivier shares why romantic couples are more likely to be diagnosed with the same mental health conditions. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:20) Tony Five (10:00) Braden Hall (20:00) Dr. Holly Molinaro (30:00) Troy Glover (39:50) Dr. Stephanie Sarkis (49:50) Panos Ipeirotis (59:50) Dr. Garritt Van Dyk (1:09:50) Mariel Marcano-Olivier (1:19:15) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 551Hussein Boon: The Ethics Of AI Speech Synthesis - January 5, 2026
Music researcher and lecturer Hussein Boon chats with David about the current state of AI voice synthesis, the ethics of its use, and the social issues around recreating female voices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 550Tony Five: Horrible Norwegian Golf Heist - January 5, 2026
Norwegian golf expert (probably) Tony Five reports on a bandit plaguing a golf course in Norway and the January blues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 549Kurtis Smejkal: Nerdy Predictions For 2026 - January 5, 2026
Kurtis Smejkal – host of the podcast Three Angry Nerds – gives his nerdy 2026 predictions for TV, movies, technology, and video games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 548Madeline Kneeland: Why Workplace Offsites Aren't Terrible - January 5, 2026
Management professor Madeline Kneeland explains how your workplace's next offsite can help you with your career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 547FULL EPISODE: A Deep Look At Cloned Voices - January 5, 2026
Norwegian golf expert (probably) Tony Five reports on a bandit plaguing a golf course in Norway and the January blues. Management professor Madeline Kneeland explains how your workplace's next offsite can help you with your career. Music researcher and lecturer Hussein Boon chats with David about the current state of AI voice synthesis, the ethics of its use, and the social issues around recreating female voices. Professor of psychology Steve Joordens reasons about why people are spending less time than ever with friends. Kurtis Smejkal – host of the podcast Three Angry Nerds – gives his nerdy 2026 predictions for TV, movies, technology, and video games. Then, it's the stigma of teledildonics with experimental psychology researcher Madison Williams who reveals the reverse sexual double standard in sextech use. Psychology researcher McKell Jorgensen-Wells is joined by David's partner Miranda (of all people) to go over the psychology map of romance in Taylor Swift's songs. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:23) Tony Five (10:00) Madeline Kneeland (20:00) Hussein Boon pt. 1 (30:00) Hussein Boon pt. 2 (39:50) Steve Joordens (49:50) Kurtis Smejkal (59:50) Madison Williams (1:09:50) McKell Jorgensen-Wells & Miranda (1:19:24) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 546Toby Stuart: AI In Academic Publishing - January 2, 2026
Business school professor Toby Stuart highlights how scientists who use AI tools are publishing more papers than ever before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 545Carmi Levy: The Memory Crunch - January 2, 2026
Tech analyst Carmi Levy joins David for It's Time For Technology Time to cover: Robot taxis get stuck, and a secret army of humans comes to the rescue; The US has officially banned new, foreign-made drone models; IDC warns of major PC market downturn due to memory crunch; and CES 2026: What to expect from tech's biggest conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 544Sarah Jefferson: Kids And Holidays - January 2, 2026
Senior lecturer in education Sarah Jefferson answers whether kids should at least do a little bit of school work over the holidays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 543Tony Five: Birmingham Fireworks Fake Out - January 2, 2026
Foreign correspondent Tony Five in London, England reports on Birmingham's second annual fake New Year's Eve celebration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 542FULL EPISODE: Happy New Year - January 2, 2026
Foreign correspondent Tony Five in London, England reports on Birmingham's second annual fake New Year's Eve celebration. Tech analyst Carmi Levy joins David for It's Time For Technology Time to cover: Robot taxis get stuck, and a secret army of humans comes to the rescue; The US has officially banned new, foreign-made drone models; IDC warns of major PC market downturn due to memory crunch; and CES 2026: What to expect from tech's biggest conference. Business school professor Toby Stuart highlights how scientists who use AI tools are publishing more papers than ever before. Senior lecturer in education Sarah Jefferson answers whether kids should at least do a little bit of school work over the holidays. Professor in business administration Michael Haselhuhn reveals how some men downplay climate change risks to avoid appearing feminine. Leisure, hospitality, and tourism researcher Lori Hoy describes how the 'pawprint economy' is booming, and how it offers huge opportunities for tourism. Retail analyst Bruce Winder chats about Instacart ending an AI pricing test that charged shoppers different amounts for the same items. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:25) Tony Five (10:00) Carmi Levy pt. 1 (20:00) Carmi Levy pt. 2 (30:00) Toby Stuart (39:50) Sarah Jefferson (49:50) Michael Haselhuhn (59:50) Lori Hoy (1:09:50) Bruce Winder (1:19:07) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 541Tony Five: On British-Mexican Baking Relations - December 30, 2025
UK-based foreign correspondent Tony Five reports on the following delightfully ridiculous stories: British baker's criticism of Mexican 'ugly' bread triggers social media outrage; and Flight unable to make final stop after stowaway rat leaves passengers squirming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 540Natalie Norman: Heartbreak From Your Best Friend The TV - December 30, 2025
Toronto-based comedian Natalie Norman joins the show to chat about why she hasn't been on the program in a while, Jewish Christmas, and what happened when she lost her best friend: her television. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 539Taylor Menzies: Stuffed Animal Tattoos And Charity - December 30, 2025
Vancouver-based tattoo artist Taylor Menzies explains why for every tattoo of a stuffed animal she does, she'll donate one to charity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 538Laurel van der Toorn: The Science Of Resolutions - December 30, 2025
Therapist Laurel van der Toorn and David take a scientific approach to New Year's resolutions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 537McKell Jorgensen-Wells & Miranda: The Psychology Of Taylor Swift's Songs - December 30, 2025
Psychology researcher McKell Jorgensen-Wells is joined by David's partner Miranda (of all people) to go over the psychology map of romance in Taylor Swift's songs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 536FULL EPISODE: Beware The Rat Stowaway - December 30, 2025
UK-based foreign correspondent Tony Five reports on the following delightfully ridiculous stories: British baker's criticism of Mexican 'ugly' bread triggers social media outrage; and Flight unable to make final stop after stowaway rat leaves passengers squirming. Therapist Laurel van der Toorn and David take a scientific approach to New Year's resolutions. Psychology researcher McKell Jorgensen-Wells is joined by David's partner Miranda (of all people) to go over the psychology map of romance in Taylor Swift's songs. Vancouver-based tattoo artist Taylor Menzies explains why for every tattoo of a stuffed animal she does, she'll donate one to charity. Toronto-based comedian Natalie Norman joins the show to chat about why she hasn't been on the program in a while, Jewish Christmas, and what happened when she lost her best friend: her television. Professor of criminology Adam Lankford reveals how the thought processes of cheaters closely resemble those of criminals. Psychology researcher Nina Dours shares details of her study on household labor dynamics for women partnered with women vs. women partnered with men. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:15) Tony Five (10:00) Laurel van der Toorn (20:00) McKell Jorgensen-Wells & Miranda (30:00) Taylor Menzies (39:50) Natalie Norman pt. 1 (49:50) Natalie Norman pt. 2 (59:50) Adam Lankford (1:09:50) Nina Dours (1:19:12) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 535Madison Williams: Sextech And Double Standards - December 29, 2025
David covers the stigma of teledildonics with experimental psychology researcher Madison Williams who reveals the reverse sexual double standard in sextech use. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 534Tony Five: The Lobster Heist - December 29, 2025
Foreign correspondent Tony Five kinda, sorta hosts the show and covers a $400K lobster heist. David and Tony define the made-up holiday In Betwixt'mas. Tony goes over celebrities who you wouldn't think are related. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 533Mariel Marcano-Olivier: Mental Health And Why We Pick A Partner - December 29, 2025
Lecturer in social psychology Mariel Marcano-Olivier shares why romantic couples are more likely to be diagnosed with the same mental health conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 532Charlie Keil: Why Aren't People Going To The Movies? - December 29, 2025
Charlie Keil from The Cinema Studies Institute explains why people aren't going out to watch movies anymore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 531James Zech: Alcohol Use Disorder And LSD - December 29, 2025
Clinical psychology researcher James Zech describes how LSD use is linked to lower odds of alcohol use disorder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 530Gary Direnfeld: The Secret To New Year's Resolutions - December 29, 2025
On Therapy Thursdays On a Wednesday (On A Monday), David tells social worker Gary Direnfeld about his fool-proof way to succeed at New Year's resolutions. Gary talks about how best to go about your January divorce (should you be unfortunate enough to have one). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 529FULL EPISODE: Merry In Betwixt'mas! - December 29, 2025
Foreign correspondent Tony Five kinda, sorta hosts the opening of the show by covering a $400K lobster heist. David and Tony define the made-up holiday In Betwixt'mas, which ends up being a recurring theme throughout the show. Lecturer in social psychology Mariel Marcano-Olivier shares why romantic couples are more likely to be diagnosed with the same mental health conditions. On Therapy Thursdays On a Wednesday (On A Monday), David tells social worker Gary Direnfeld about his fool-proof way to succeed at New Year's resolutions. Gary talks about how best to go about your January divorce (should you be unfortunate enough to have one). Then, it's the stigma of teledildonics with experimental psychology researcher Madison Williams who reveals the reverse sexual double standard in sextech use. Charlie Keil from The Cinema Studies Institute explains why people aren't going out to watch movies anymore. Clinical psychology researcher James Zech describes how LSD use is linked to lower odds of alcohol use disorder. Tony Five returns to go over celebrities who you wouldn't think are related. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:19) Tony Five pt. 1 (10:00) Mariel Marcano-Olivier (20:00) Gary Direnfeld pt. 1 (30:00) Gary Direnfeld pt. 2 (39:50) Madison Williams (49:50) Charlie Keil (59:50) James Zech (1:09:50) Tony Five pt. 2 (1:18:55) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 528Adam Lankford: Cheaters And Criminals Think Alike - December 22, 2025
Professor of criminology Adam Lankford reveals how the thought processes of cheaters closely resemble those of criminals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 527Gigi Engle: Hot Santa In Your Bedroom - December 22, 2025
Much to David's dismay, sex and relationships psychotherapist Gigi Engle breaks down the finer points of having a sexy Santa kink. Pre-order Gigi's book Kink Curious here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 526Nina Dours: Household Labor In Heterosexual Vs. Same-Gendered Partnerships - December 22, 2025
Psychology researcher Nina Dours shares details of her study on household labor dynamics for women partnered with women vs. women partnered with men. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 525Dr. Cliff Redford: 2025's Top Stories According To Vets - December 22, 2025
Vet Dr. Cliff Redford goes over the top 2025 stories as rated by veterinarians. Listen to Cliff's podcast Vet Life here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 524Tony Five: Confessions From The Vatican - December 22, 2025
Foreign correspondent Tony Five reports live from the Vatican's 2025 Jubilee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 523Steven Marwaha: Laughing Gas To Treat Depression - December 22, 2025
Psychiatry professor Steven Marwaha explains how laughing gas may offer rapid relief for treatment-resistant depression. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 522FULL EPISODE: Sexy Christmas - December 22, 2025
Much to David's dismay, sex and relationships psychotherapist Gigi Engle breaks down the finer points of having a sexy Santa kink. (Pre-order Gigi's book Kink Curious here.) Professor of criminology Adam Lankford reveals how the thought processes of cheaters closely resemble those of criminals. Psychiatry professor Steven Marwaha explains how laughing gas may offer rapid relief for treatment-resistant depression. Foreign correspondent Tony Five reports live from the Vatican's 2025 Jubilee. Psychology researcher Nina Dours shares details of her study on household labor dynamics for women partnered with women vs. women partnered with men. Vet Dr. Cliff Redford goes over the top 2025 stories as rated by veterinarians. (Listen to Cliff's podcast Vet Life here.) Economist Moshe Lander tackles some 'am I the a-hole?' dilemmas. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:51) Gigi Engle (10:00) Adam Lankford (20:00) Steven Marwaha (30:00) Tony Five (39:50) Nina Dours (49:50) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 1 (59:50) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 2 (1:09:50) Moshe Lander (1:19:07) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 521Tony Five: Camel Kick - December 19, 2025
Tony Five from London, England reports on a woman kicked by a camel during a Christmas performance. Motivated by fundraising for Australia's Bondi hero, Tony discusses heroic acts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S3 Ep 520Esme Fuller-Thomson: Parental Divorce And Strokes - December 19, 2025
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S3 Ep 519Wilson Merrell: Flaunting Porsches or Paris? - December 19, 2025
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S3 Ep 518Charlie Keil: Youtube And The Oscars - December 19, 2025
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