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Virtual Reality & Empathy

From: Science Update
Series: Science Update

Virtual reality experiences could boost empathy.

Bought by WNED Buffalo, WMMT, WTIP, and KENW

Spectrum 10/02/2018

From: DW - Deutsche Welle
Series: Spectrum: World of Science & Technology ~ from DW

This week on the show: Tapping into the science of Oktoberfest - Just why DO so many people go to Oktoberfest? And how does nearly 8 million li...

Race Car Conflict

From: Science Update
Series: Science Update

Researchers learn about aggression and conflict by watching Formula One races.

Bought by WNED Buffalo, WMMT, WLPR , WTIP, and KENW

Infant Logic

From: Science Update
Series: Science Update

Infants use an early form of deductive reasoning.

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Exercise & Depression

From: Science Update
Series: Science Update

A small amount of weekly exercise may help prevent depression.

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Episode 11: So... What's On Your Mind?

From: Raw Data
Series: Raw Data: Season 1

With all the digital text trails we're creating these days, what can we learn about our inner psychology, mental health, and well-being?

Bought by WXDU and KRZA

Intervention for Non-Suicidal Self-Injury - Peggy Andover - PHM

From: Public Health Minute
Series: Public Health Minute

Nearly 8% of 3rd graders report non-suicidal self injury (NSSI), with nearly 23% of teens reporting the behavior in their lifetime. Bill Latimer fi...

Fructose & Hunger

From: Susanne Bard

Caption: Chemical structure of fructose., Credit: (That kiwi guy/Wikipedia)

Does the sugar fructose fool us into eating more calories than we need?

Bought by WXDU and KMXT

Curiosity to Learn

From: Susanne Bard

Heightened curiosity about one subject primes people to learn less interesting information as well.

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Spotting Liars

From: Susanne Bard

Caption: The Cardsharps, 1594, Credit: Caravaggio

People’s unconscious reactions to liars and truth-tellers are more accurate than their conscious judgments.

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Shy Baboons

From: Susanne Bard

Caption: The Tsaobis Baboon Project in Namibia., Credit: Alecia Carter/Tsaobis Baboon Porject, CC-BY

Shy baboons are less likely to put what they learn from watching others to use.

Robot Toy Box

From: Susanne Bard

Could a robot toy box help get your kids to clean up?

Crow Mobbing

From: Susanne Bard

Crows form mobs to antagonize, intimidate and scare larger birds away.

Two Guys on Your Head: Relationships and Technology

From: KUT
Series: Two Guys On Your Head

If you live in the modern world, as I’m sure you do, you’re probably very familiar with the common occurrence of witnessing two people standing ne...

Bought by WTJU

Meetings Make You Stupid (Feature)

From: With Good Reason

Ever been called on in a staff meeting and felt like you weren’t nearly as brilliant or articulate as usual? Well, you’re not alone. One researcher...

Rational Animal -- Groks Science 2013-09-25

From: Charles Lee
Series: Groks Science Radio Show

Prof. Douglas T. Kenrick discussed the evolutionary basis of human thinking.

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Critical Thinking -- Groks Science Show 2013-07-31

From: Charles Lee
Series: Groks Science Radio Show

Dr. Linda Elder discussed how to think critically.

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Sudden Wealth Syndrome -- Groks Science Show 2013-07-24

From: Charles Lee
Series: Groks Science Radio Show

Mr. Irvin Schorsch discussed sudden wealth syndrome.

Bought by KKWE Niijii Radio, WRNC-LP, and KPVL

Young Women Leaders Program

From: With Good Reason
Series: news features

Middle school girls have a lot to deal with. One psychologist says that a way to help them is by pairing the preteen girls with college-aged mentor...

Bought by KBCS 91.3 FM Community Radio, KENW, KZYX, and New Hampshire Public Radio