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Learn more about each item on episode 522!
Results:
Discord: 15%
Instagram: 14%
Bluesky: 4%
Facebook: 13%
Threads: 17%
Twitter: 35%
Rogues: 33%
Results:
Discord: 15%
Instagram: 14%
Bluesky: 4%
Facebook: 13%
Threads: 17%
Twitter: 35%
Rogues: 33%
November 19, 2025 at 2:19 AM
Learn more about each item on episode 522!
Results:
Discord: 15%
Instagram: 14%
Bluesky: 4%
Facebook: 13%
Threads: 17%
Twitter: 35%
Rogues: 33%
Results:
Discord: 15%
Instagram: 14%
Bluesky: 4%
Facebook: 13%
Threads: 17%
Twitter: 35%
Rogues: 33%
And the fiction is...
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1: A recent study finds that grey squirrels are capable of solving complex puzzles, rivaling primates.
Despite the headlines, squirrels were not solving complex puzzles, but did show some learning when researchers hid foods in consistent patterns.
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1: A recent study finds that grey squirrels are capable of solving complex puzzles, rivaling primates.
Despite the headlines, squirrels were not solving complex puzzles, but did show some learning when researchers hid foods in consistent patterns.
November 19, 2025 at 2:19 AM
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1: A recent study finds that grey squirrels are capable of solving complex puzzles, rivaling primates.
Despite the headlines, squirrels were not solving complex puzzles, but did show some learning when researchers hid foods in consistent patterns.
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1: A recent study finds that grey squirrels are capable of solving complex puzzles, rivaling primates.
Despite the headlines, squirrels were not solving complex puzzles, but did show some learning when researchers hid foods in consistent patterns.
3: A new technique allows examiners to extend the window in which the time of death can be accurately determined from 36 hours to 240 hours.
November 18, 2025 at 12:15 PM
3: A new technique allows examiners to extend the window in which the time of death can be accurately determined from 36 hours to 240 hours.
2: A large genetic analysis finds that increased genetic diversity is associated with being taller and smarter.
November 18, 2025 at 12:15 PM
2: A large genetic analysis finds that increased genetic diversity is associated with being taller and smarter.
1: A recent study finds that grey squirrels are capable of solving complex puzzles, rivaling primates.
November 18, 2025 at 12:15 PM
1: A recent study finds that grey squirrels are capable of solving complex puzzles, rivaling primates.
Learn more about each item on episode 266!
Results:
Discord: 47%
Instagram: 40%
Bluesky: 72%
Facebook: 58%
Threads: 63%
Twitter: 39%
Rogues: 100%
Results:
Discord: 47%
Instagram: 40%
Bluesky: 72%
Facebook: 58%
Threads: 63%
Twitter: 39%
Rogues: 100%
October 22, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Learn more about each item on episode 266!
Results:
Discord: 47%
Instagram: 40%
Bluesky: 72%
Facebook: 58%
Threads: 63%
Twitter: 39%
Rogues: 100%
Results:
Discord: 47%
Instagram: 40%
Bluesky: 72%
Facebook: 58%
Threads: 63%
Twitter: 39%
Rogues: 100%
And the fiction is...
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2: New research indicates that for adults internet access at home is significantly associated with a decreased probability of being involved in a romantic relationship.
Adults with internet access were more likely to have romantic relationships
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2: New research indicates that for adults internet access at home is significantly associated with a decreased probability of being involved in a romantic relationship.
Adults with internet access were more likely to have romantic relationships
October 22, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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2: New research indicates that for adults internet access at home is significantly associated with a decreased probability of being involved in a romantic relationship.
Adults with internet access were more likely to have romantic relationships
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2: New research indicates that for adults internet access at home is significantly associated with a decreased probability of being involved in a romantic relationship.
Adults with internet access were more likely to have romantic relationships
3: New images of the Moon’s surface indicate that the Moon is shrinking – by about 100 meters in the recent past.
October 21, 2025 at 10:56 AM
3: New images of the Moon’s surface indicate that the Moon is shrinking – by about 100 meters in the recent past.
2: New research indicates that for adults internet access at home is significantly associated with a decreased probability of being involved in a romantic relationship.
October 21, 2025 at 10:56 AM
2: New research indicates that for adults internet access at home is significantly associated with a decreased probability of being involved in a romantic relationship.
1: A new analysis confirms that the so-called mitochondrial eve lived about 200,000 years ago.
October 21, 2025 at 10:56 AM
1: A new analysis confirms that the so-called mitochondrial eve lived about 200,000 years ago.
…were taking antibiotics and found no significant effect.
But you still get credit if you picked 3, because Steve corrected the wording in the episode to “inadequate Vitamin D levels”
Learn more about each item on episode 211!
But you still get credit if you picked 3, because Steve corrected the wording in the episode to “inadequate Vitamin D levels”
Learn more about each item on episode 211!
October 15, 2025 at 1:19 AM
…were taking antibiotics and found no significant effect.
But you still get credit if you picked 3, because Steve corrected the wording in the episode to “inadequate Vitamin D levels”
Learn more about each item on episode 211!
But you still get credit if you picked 3, because Steve corrected the wording in the episode to “inadequate Vitamin D levels”
Learn more about each item on episode 211!
And the fiction is...
2: A new study finds that daily use of kefir, a fermented milk drink rich in probiotics, is associated with a decreased risk of autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.
The real study looked at kefir use and diarrhea in kids who…
2: A new study finds that daily use of kefir, a fermented milk drink rich in probiotics, is associated with a decreased risk of autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.
The real study looked at kefir use and diarrhea in kids who…
October 15, 2025 at 1:19 AM
And the fiction is...
2: A new study finds that daily use of kefir, a fermented milk drink rich in probiotics, is associated with a decreased risk of autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.
The real study looked at kefir use and diarrhea in kids who…
2: A new study finds that daily use of kefir, a fermented milk drink rich in probiotics, is associated with a decreased risk of autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.
The real study looked at kefir use and diarrhea in kids who…
3: A new study finds that 70% of US children are deficient in Vitamin D.
October 14, 2025 at 11:10 AM
3: A new study finds that 70% of US children are deficient in Vitamin D.
2: A new study finds that daily use of kefir, a fermented milk drink rich in probiotics, is associated with a decreased risk of autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.
October 14, 2025 at 11:10 AM
2: A new study finds that daily use of kefir, a fermented milk drink rich in probiotics, is associated with a decreased risk of autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.
1: New studies find that most people grossly overestimate their ability to resist temptation.
October 14, 2025 at 11:10 AM
1: New studies find that most people grossly overestimate their ability to resist temptation.
Learn more about each item on episode 426!
Results:
Discord: 33%
Instagram: 21%
Bluesky: 4%
Facebook: 33%
Threads: 67%
Twitter: 21%
Rogues: 80%
Results:
Discord: 33%
Instagram: 21%
Bluesky: 4%
Facebook: 33%
Threads: 67%
Twitter: 21%
Rogues: 80%
October 8, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Learn more about each item on episode 426!
Results:
Discord: 33%
Instagram: 21%
Bluesky: 4%
Facebook: 33%
Threads: 67%
Twitter: 21%
Rogues: 80%
Results:
Discord: 33%
Instagram: 21%
Bluesky: 4%
Facebook: 33%
Threads: 67%
Twitter: 21%
Rogues: 80%
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2: A new study finds that subjects were more likely to purchase a lottery ticket if they had just spent money on an expensive item.
The study found that after buying a lottery ticket, participants expressed more materialistic thoughts.
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2: A new study finds that subjects were more likely to purchase a lottery ticket if they had just spent money on an expensive item.
The study found that after buying a lottery ticket, participants expressed more materialistic thoughts.
October 8, 2025 at 12:42 AM
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2: A new study finds that subjects were more likely to purchase a lottery ticket if they had just spent money on an expensive item.
The study found that after buying a lottery ticket, participants expressed more materialistic thoughts.
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2: A new study finds that subjects were more likely to purchase a lottery ticket if they had just spent money on an expensive item.
The study found that after buying a lottery ticket, participants expressed more materialistic thoughts.
3: Researchers find that women are more likely to purchase expensive accessories when they feel threatened in their relationship, and that this strategy works because women are also less likely to pursue a man whose girlfriend has expensive accessories.
October 7, 2025 at 11:48 AM
3: Researchers find that women are more likely to purchase expensive accessories when they feel threatened in their relationship, and that this strategy works because women are also less likely to pursue a man whose girlfriend has expensive accessories.
2: A new study finds that subjects were more likely to purchase a lottery ticket if they had just spent money on an expensive item.
October 7, 2025 at 11:48 AM
2: A new study finds that subjects were more likely to purchase a lottery ticket if they had just spent money on an expensive item.
1: New research finds that hearing a salesperson flatter another customer causes a negative reaction to the salesperson but increases the desire to buy an expensive item.
October 7, 2025 at 11:48 AM
1: New research finds that hearing a salesperson flatter another customer causes a negative reaction to the salesperson but increases the desire to buy an expensive item.