In episode 56 we are joined by Dr. Gary Lewandowski, Professor of Psychology at Monmouth University, to talk about relationships, break-ups, and self-expansion. Gary explains why the ending of a relationship is not always a bad thing and instead can lead to self-growth and rediscover of the self. How long does it take to get over a breakup? Why should being selfish be considered a good thing in a relationship? What are ‘expander’ and ‘conserver’ personality traits in relationships, and what combination leads to the most successful relationships? All this and much more in Breaking Up with Dr. Gary Lewandowski!
Algorithms to Live By with Dr. Tom Griffiths
In today’s episode we are joined by Dr. Tom Griffiths, Professor of Psychology and Cognitive Science at Princeton University, to talk about the mathematical principles behind human cognition. Tom shares with us how mathematical models are used to understand cognition, and how these can be applied in computer science to machine learning to create more efficient and capable computer systems. Why are humans so good at solving problems that computers struggle with? What is inductive bias and how does this separate humans from computers? How does understanding machine learning help us understand human behaviour? All this and much more in Algorithms to Live By with Dr. Tom Griffiths!
A Month in Neurodegenerative Disease Research with Sarah Louadi and Elyn Rowe
In today’s episode we are joined by A Month in Neurodegenerative Disease Research’s Sarah Louadi and Elyn Rowe to talk about neurodegenerative research, Alzheimer’s Disease, and AMiNDR Podcast. Elyn shares with us how heart health is related to Alzheimer’s Disease, and how good cholesterol might help identify, prevent, and treat Alzheimer’s Disease. Sarah explains how trying to keep up with the incredible volume of literature on neurodegenerative research inspired the creation of AMiNDR podcast. How do you diagnose Alzheimer’s Disease? What is Apolipoprotein E? How can we keep up with the onslaught of new and exciting literature? All this and much more in A Month in Neurodegenerative Disease Research with Sarah Louadi and Elyn Rowe!
Listen to Part Two of this episode, in which Drake and Kyle join Sarah and Elyn to talk about Brain Buzz Podcast, at AMiNDR.com!
Soft and Biological Matter Physics with Adam Fortais
Our 53rd episode is very special, and first in Brain Buzz history, video episode we are joined by Adam Fortais from McMaster University to talk about soft and biological matter physics. Adam shows us how materials bend, behave under tension, and stretch, and, most importantly, how physics can be approachable to everyone. What is Hooke’s Law? How many times can you fold a piece of paper? What does an unedited recording of Brain Buzz look and sound like? All this and much more in Soft and Biological Matter Physics with Adam Fortais!
Superbug Slayer with Dr. Steffanie Strathdee
In episode 52: Superbug Slayer we are joined by Associate Dean of Global Health Sciences and Harold Simon Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine, Dr. Steffanie Strathdee, to chat about superbugs and how to treat them. In this episode Steffanie shares with us the incredible story of how she helped resurrect a little known, but highly effective, treatment for antibiotic resistance bacteria and, in the process, saved her husband’s life. What is phage therapy and how can it reduce our reliance on antibiotics? Which infections can be treated with phage therapy? What can you do to prevent superbugs becoming the next global health crisis? All this and much more in Superbug Slayer with Dr. Steffanie Strathdee!
Reducing Homelessness with Direct Cash Transfers with Dr. Jiaying Zhao
On episode 51 we are joined by Dr. Jiaying Zhao from the University of British Columbia to talk about how direct cash transfers can reduce homelessness and improve wellbeing in people experiencing homelessness. Jiaying shares with us how providing homeless people with $7500 aided them in finding employment, improved their cognitive function, alleviated concerns of food security, and enabled these individuals to find stable housing solutions. How did individuals spend the money they received? How quickly did the participants find housing? How much would direct cash transfers save governments and funding agencies? All this and much more in Reducing Homelessness with Direct Cash Transfers with Dr. Jiaying Zhao!
Welcome to Brain Buzz Podcast
Brain Buzz Podcast makes research and science accessible to everyone. Every episode is on a new topic with a new expert guest. Follow Drake and Kyle as they interview research experts on each new episode. New topics every episode make sure that you will have something to mention at the watercooler or next cocktail party that is backed by researchers themselves.
Casual sex relationships; how direct cash transfers can reduce homelessness; breaking up and making relationships stronger; how drinking alcohol created our modern civilization; cancer cells and cooperation; non-verbal communication; accessing mental health services; sleep and cognition; why people believe in conspiracy theories; post-traumatic growth; researching pornography; exercise science;…. all these topics and so much more!
Gender and Social Roles with Dr. Alyssa Croft
In Episode 50 we are joined by Dr. Alyssa Croft from the University of Arizona to chat about gender roles and social identities. Alyssa shares with us how asymmetrically changing gender roles have broad implications for gender equality. How are gender roles changing? What is the ‘second shift’ and why are gender stereotypes still common when it comes to the division of domestic labour? Have we achieved gender equality? All this and much more in Gender and Social Roles with Dr. Alyssa Croft!