We've all read scientific articles, pieces of research, etc. Some we understand, but maybe alot of it we don't. Words that we've never seen before or maybe just flat don't know what they really mean. What's the use of research if we can't understand it? Is this based on an unrealistic standard that is starting to outdate itself? Would you listen to research that used everyday, common language? I have two returning guests, Dr. Stephen Tysoe (professor of chemistry) and Ben Weissman (linguistics specialist and cognitive science lecturer) to discuss opposing views on those very same questions. 

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What do you think of when you hear the term "alternative medicine"? Have you ever used herbs or maybe grandma's remedy to help with aches or pains? Join my guest, anthropologist and herbalist Paul Parrett, as he describes his research within herbalism, his experience in the community, as well as how he lives out his practice. 

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Why do we yell? What is the reason for loudness? Why are some languages harder to learn than others? Have you ever considered what the way you speak tells about you? Join my guest, Cognitive Science lecturer and linguistics specialist, Ben Weissman, and I as we discuss these very questions and more.

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You never know what someone goes through just by looking at them. 2020 has been an especially hard year for many, including myself. From remote-learning, to daily stress over constant legal and social changes, many have been no stranger to feelings such as depression, anxiety, along a whole slew of mental health related issues. My guest talks about her journey using ketamine-infusion therapy to help cure her depression, along with different steps she took in getting to her final resolution. 

Resources mentioned:

www.betterhelp.com (online, affordable counseling)

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255

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 How shocking is our modern world to those that came before us? What was it like then versus now? How far have we come? Find out by joining  Professor Dr. Steven Tysoe, professor for Chemistry at RPI, and I as we discuss life in the pre-2000's era, the drinking age, and drugs. 

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What is a simp? The highly popular, much awaited, and unfortunately highly relevant topic of the Gen-Z era. Come explore what it means (once again) to date in social media saturated world with me and my guests!

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Wealth, charity, financial education: we're covering all of that in this episode. What are your thoughts on what we should require the wealthy to do? Do you have any qualms about non-profit and charity organizations? Let me know!

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