The mystical, unlucky number 13. So, of course, in true episode themed fashion, this week's episode is all about luck! We talk about how our brains trying to figure out the world play a lot into the games of chance and luck we have. We also go into depth about how we perceive luck and gratitude can play together. There's also recommendations that we were able to compile from a 10 year study by a master of luck, Richard Weisman, about how to get luckier! Finally we top it off with some crazy stories about some of the 'luckiest' people and a lighthearted and funny 'Q from U' segment. 

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Football season...but in a pandemic? This episode we dived into what it could have meant if the NFL season was cancelled like last year's NBA season. If you ever wondered exactly how the NFL brings in the bags, we cover exactly that in the episode. Did you know that 70% of the NFL players are more at risk for COVID? We go over all the different aspects that are considered in the debate whether the NFL season is safe or not in this situation including the NFL's perspective on their new guidelines. There's also a quick bit about some of the health problems being detected with COVID positive college athletes. Our 'Q from U' segment was all about possible aliens in our Solar System.

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This episode is all about stuff out of this world. When you listen to this episode, you'll finish with being update about new discoveries in space. We talked about detecting aliens, our galaxy dancing, and the possibility of international conflict in space. Check out the really cool 'Q from U' segment too! Stream the podcast on all regular streaming platforms, follow the podcast and give us a great rating! Follow the Instagram @thrumysmudgedglasses.

This episode we break down everything about US Consumer Culture in an easy to understand way! We also talk about how fast fashion brands grew to rule their industry and why we should stop shopping from these brands. You can also learn how to make a change by yourself and with your actions. Our 'Q from U' segment is about the topic in our episode before, the school system and high schoolers! Follow and subscribe to the podcast and recommend the podcast to people who may enjoy it! Follow the Instagram @thrumysmudgedglasses. If you see this, comment a globe emoji on our most recent post!

The new school system that's being implemented has had a lot of thought and differing opinions put into it, and we explore those in today's episode which is a back to school special! Listen in to learn about the different models of schools, how teachers are having their own say in what's happening, and how longterm online schooling could impact a student's education and social skills! Follow the podcast and recommend it to your friends! Follow us on Instagram @thrumysmudgedglasses. Thanks for listening! 

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The human microbiome is a dynamic, complex, and fascinating group of microorganisms in our bodies. Listen to this episode to learn about what it is, how it affects us, and more about the history behind the microbiome. We also had a 'Q from U' segment with a question from the listener Sree. Follow us @thrumysmudgedglasses on Instagram and be sure to follow the podcast and leave a great review! Be sure to recommend the podcast to others who would enjoy it at well!

Scientists have recently connected the extinction of the Ice Age era animal, the Woolly Rhino, to the global warming that occurred in that period of time. Listen to this episode to learn about how this happened to the Woolly Rhino, the difference between what was global warming, and now what is global warming/climate change, and how we can stop humans from ending up like the Woolly Rhino. We had a great 'Q from U' segment as well! Follow the podcast, leave a great review, and recommend it to family and friends! Follow us on Insta @thrumysmudgedglasses 

After hearing about Tiktok stealing our data and Facebook selling our data, we start to wonder, why is this data so important to everyone? Join Shreya as she talks about what data is, Big Data, and data privacy. Stream Thru My Smudged Glasses on all podcast platforms. Follow the podcast and leave a review! Follow the Instagram @thrumysmudgedglasses :)

Since the 75th anniversary of the dropping of the atomic bombs is coming up, on this episode Shreya talks about the atomic bombing and how relevant it still is. In this episode we cover the past, ethical, current, and future aspects of the atomic bombings. Listen to this episode to get more information about such a crazy event in our history. Follow us on Instagram @thrumysmudgedglasses

We need Land Acknowledgements. Haven't heard of them? Unfortunately most people haven't. Learn about why Land Acknowledgments are necessary, what they are, and how to incorporate them into your life on this episode of 'Thru My Smudged Glasses.'