Wandering Barycenter

Bryan invites us to postulate the purposes and reasonings behind the curiously long list of cognitive biases. Alex dives into the 9 to 5 work life and what that means from a personal and societal perspective. The Barycenter is strong this week!

Alex scratches the surface on explaining the Placebo Effect and tries to look at it for both its positives and negatives. Bryan talks about some of the interesting things you can find in the ocean that aren’t fish…

Despite the physically small nature of neurons and neurotransmitters, Bryan explains just how complex this human system is. Alex uses the podcast this week to vent about the current state of potholes in the Midwest. 

Episode 10 marks our next milestone! Both Bryan and Alex decided this meant fun topics. In light of the 2018 winter olympics, Alex learned about some ridiculous events in Olympic history. Bryan looked into some of the most obscure forms of racing found around the world. Despite all the options Bryan aspires to race push lawn mowers on foot.

Bryan introduces the wild west of the stock market world, high frequency trading. Alex explains the details of binaural beats and brain entrainment. 

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Don't be shy and downplay your love for coffee. Make your favorite cup and take a seat while Alex explains the details of one of Americas favorite beverages. After you have that caffeine buzz (and may no longer be seated), Bryan will give a rundown on Bitcoin, the friendliest cryptocurrency around.

Prior to this episode, Alex visited the Detroit Auto show. He fills us in on details from the event as well as the history of automotive shows in general. An HBO show regarding American prohibition peaks Bryan's interest in the subject. 

Episode 5! the one where we name it all and finally find a rhythm. In this episode Bryan and Alex pick a name for the podcast, Wandering Barycenter. In this episode some semblance of format is found when the hosts decide to prepare one topic ahead of time, but do not disclose what the topic is until recording! In this episode Bryan brings up black holes, while Alex investigates water quality of a major city using information they provide (fools!).

In episode 4 the health episode!, Alex and Bryan begin by talking about Alex's foray into the Keto world as well as his work out habits. Later Alex provides morning shake recipe. Bryan trys to contribute by dispelling the idea that "eggs are bad". Moral of the story, dont eat a lot of sugar.