In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Our actions are mostly driven by our subconscious. They talk changing habits, throwing milk, vegan slogans, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 268. Agree = 71 % Disagree = 29 %    Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: Our subconscious mind may be smarter than we think: https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20150217-how-smart-is-your-subconscious Freudian slips: https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20160706-what-freudian-slips-really-reveal-about-your-mind Habit formation in the brain: ​​https://neurosciencenews.com/habits-brain-15805/ Habits = behaviours performed without sensitivity to reward: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S235215461730089X 

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Our actions are mostly driven by our subconscious. They talk changing habits, throwing milk, vegan slogans, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 268. Agree = 71 % Disagree = 29 %  Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Our subconscious mind may be smarter than we think: <a href="https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20150217-how-smart-is-your-subconscious" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20150217-how-smart-is-your-subconscious</a> Freudian slips: <a href="https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20160706-what-freudian-slips-really-reveal-about-your-mind" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20160706-what-freudian-slips-really-reveal-about-your-mind</a> Habit formation in the brain: ​​<a href="https://neurosciencenews.com/habits-brain-15805/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://neurosciencenews.com/habits-brain-15805/</a> Habits = behaviours performed without sensitivity to reward: <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S235215461730089X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S235215461730089X</a>

Episode 29: Automatic actions?

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: You can’t avoid the afternoon slump. They talk circadian rhythms, toilet naps, radio call-ins, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 215. Agree = 63 % Disagree = 37 %    Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: Alertness and circadian rhythms: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6430172/ Work schedule determined by circadian rhythms: https://hbr.org/2015/01/the-ideal-work-schedule-as-determined-by-circadian-rhythms The master clock in the brain: https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2014/04/scientists-think-your-body-clock-was-set-before-you-were-born/361164/ Not everyone’s body clock is set for 9-5: https://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2015/01/not-everyones-internal-clock-is-set-for-the-9-to-5/384398/ Circadian rhythm in a test tube: https://www.newscientist.com/article/2293101-circadian-clock-made-from-scratch-to-probe-how-biological-rhythms-work/ Delayed sleep phase disorder: https://www.newscientist.com/article/2293101-circadian-clock-made-from-scratch-to-probe-how-biological-rhythms-work/ 

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: You can’t avoid the afternoon slump. They talk circadian rhythms, toilet naps, radio call-ins, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 215. Agree = 63 % Disagree = 37 %  Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Alertness and circadian rhythms: <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6430172/#:~:text=Alertness%20increases%20after%20the%20person,the%20opposite%20occurs%20during%20nighttime" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6430172/</a> Work schedule determined by circadian rhythms: <a href="https://hbr.org/2015/01/the-ideal-work-schedule-as-determined-by-circadian-rhythms" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://hbr.org/2015/01/the-ideal-work-schedule-as-determined-by-circadian-rhythms</a> The master clock in the brain: <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2014/04/scientists-think-your-body-clock-was-set-before-you-were-born/361164/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2014/04/scientists-think-your-body-clock-was-set-before-you-were-born/361164/</a> Not everyone’s body clock is set for 9-5: <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2015/01/not-everyones-internal-clock-is-set-for-the-9-to-5/384398/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2015/01/not-everyones-internal-clock-is-set-for-the-9-to-5/384398/</a> Circadian rhythm in a test tube: <a href="https://www.newscientist.com/article/2293101-circadian-clock-made-from-scratch-to-probe-how-biological-rhythms-work/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.newscientist.com/article/2293101-circadian-clock-made-from-scratch-to-probe-how-biological-rhythms-work/</a> Delayed sleep phase disorder: <a href="https://www.newscientist.com/article/2293101-circadian-clock-made-from-scratch-to-probe-how-biological-rhythms-work/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.newscientist.com/article/2293101-circadian-clock-made-from-scratch-to-probe-how-biological-rhythms-work/</a>

Episode 28: Afternoon slump?

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Class is a determining factor in success. They talk welfare cuts, biased systems, moist couture, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 303. Agree = 94 % Disagree = 6 %    Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: Britain's current class system depends more on wealth than earnings: https://theconversation.com/why-britains-class-system-will-have-to-change-58188 Why class won’t go away: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2016/sep/27/why-class-wont-go-away How social signals indicate socioeconomic group and strengthen group boundaries: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1745691616673192 Differences in reading emotions based on socioeconomic group: https://www.psychologicalscience.org/news/releases/social-class-as-culture.html How school systems are set up for middle and upper classes: https://bpspsychub.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/bjso.12251 The impacts of class on our psychology: https://digest.bps.org.uk/2018/05/15/class-is-still-written-into-our-psychology-working-class-folk-are-more-empathic-selfless-vigilant-and-fatalistic/ Health self-management ability more difficult in lower socioeconomic groups: https://digest.bps.org.uk/2018/05/15/class-is-still-written-into-our-psychology-working-class-folk-are-more-empathic-selfless-vigilant-and-fatalistic/

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Class is a determining factor in success. They talk welfare cuts, biased systems, moist couture, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 303. Agree = 94 % Disagree = 6 %  Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Britain's current class system depends more on wealth than earnings: <a href="https://theconversation.com/why-britains-class-system-will-have-to-change-58188" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://theconversation.com/why-britains-class-system-will-have-to-change-58188</a> Why class won’t go away: <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/society/2016/sep/27/why-class-wont-go-away" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theguardian.com/society/2016/sep/27/why-class-wont-go-away</a> How social signals indicate socioeconomic group and strengthen group boundaries: <a href="https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1745691616673192" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1745691616673192</a> Differences in reading emotions based on socioeconomic group: <a href="https://www.psychologicalscience.org/news/releases/social-class-as-culture.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.psychologicalscience.org/news/releases/social-class-as-culture.html</a> How school systems are set up for middle and upper classes: <a href="https://bpspsychub.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/bjso.12251#:~:text=Among%20the%20signals%20of%20social%20class%20is%20non-verbal%20behaviour.&amp;text=By%20comparing%20their%20wealth%2C%20education,aspects%20of%20their%20social%20behaviour" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bpspsychub.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/bjso.12251</a> The impacts of class on our psychology: <a href="https://digest.bps.org.uk/2018/05/15/class-is-still-written-into-our-psychology-working-class-folk-are-more-empathic-selfless-vigilant-and-fatalistic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://digest.bps.org.uk/2018/05/15/class-is-still-written-into-our-psychology-working-class-folk-are-more-empathic-selfless-vigilant-and-fatalistic/</a> Health self-management ability more difficult in lower socioeconomic groups: <a href="https://digest.bps.org.uk/2018/05/15/class-is-still-written-into-our-psychology-working-class-folk-are-more-empathic-selfless-vigilant-and-fatalistic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://digest.bps.org.uk/2018/05/15/class-is-still-written-into-our-psychology-working-class-folk-are-more-empathic-selfless-vigilant-and-fatalistic/</a>

Episode 27: Class act?

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Dreams predict the future. They talk teeth falling out, rat seals, Gabrielle, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 208. Agree = 27 % Disagree = 73 %    Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: Some theories of why we have dreams: https://www.wired.co.uk/article/why-do-we-dream-what-are-dreams Removing emotional response through dreams: ​​https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg23931873-300-weve-started-to-uncover-the-true-purpose-of-dreams/ Fear response altered by fearful dreams: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/what-processes-in-the-brain-allow-you-to-remember-dreams/ What do dreams mean: https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2019/04/dreams-what-do-they-mean/583216/ Importance of REM sleep for learning and memory: https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg23731700-200-why-dreaming-is-vital-unlocking-the-power-of-rem-sleep/ Why we have recurring dreams? https://neurosciencenews.com/being-chased-losing-your-teeth-or-falling-down-what-science-says-about-recurring-dreams/ Future orientated dreams more frequent towards waking: https://neurosciencenews.com/dream-memory-event-anticipation-18614/ Overfitted brain hypothesis of dreams: https://neurosciencenews.com/strange-dream-ai-18425/ Why can’t remember some dreams: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/what-processes-in-the-brain-allow-you-to-remember-dreams/

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Dreams predict the future. They talk teeth falling out, rat seals, Gabrielle, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 208. Agree = 27 % Disagree = 73 %  Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Some theories of why we have dreams: <a href="https://www.wired.co.uk/article/why-do-we-dream-what-are-dreams" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.wired.co.uk/article/why-do-we-dream-what-are-dreams</a> Removing emotional response through dreams: ​​<a href="https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg23931873-300-weve-started-to-uncover-the-true-purpose-of-dreams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg23931873-300-weve-started-to-uncover-the-true-purpose-of-dreams/</a> Fear response altered by fearful dreams: <a href="https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/what-processes-in-the-brain-allow-you-to-remember-dreams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/what-processes-in-the-brain-allow-you-to-remember-dreams/</a> What do dreams mean: <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2019/04/dreams-what-do-they-mean/583216/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2019/04/dreams-what-do-they-mean/583216/</a> Importance of REM sleep for learning and memory: <a href="https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg23731700-200-why-dreaming-is-vital-unlocking-the-power-of-rem-sleep/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg23731700-200-why-dreaming-is-vital-unlocking-the-power-of-rem-sleep/</a> Why we have recurring dreams? <a href="https://neurosciencenews.com/being-chased-losing-your-teeth-or-falling-down-what-science-says-about-recurring-dreams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://neurosciencenews.com/being-chased-losing-your-teeth-or-falling-down-what-science-says-about-recurring-dreams/</a> Future orientated dreams more frequent towards waking: <a href="https://neurosciencenews.com/dream-memory-event-anticipation-18614/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://neurosciencenews.com/dream-memory-event-anticipation-18614/</a> Overfitted brain hypothesis of dreams: <a href="https://neurosciencenews.com/strange-dream-ai-18425/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://neurosciencenews.com/strange-dream-ai-18425/</a> Why can’t remember some dreams: <a href="https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/what-processes-in-the-brain-allow-you-to-remember-dreams/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/what-processes-in-the-brain-allow-you-to-remember-dreams/</a>

Episode 26: Dream come true?

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: The purpose of sex is to orgasm. They talk feeling good, sexy fMRIs, bunny orgasm machines, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 661 responded. Agree = 23 % Disagree = 77 %    Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: Summary of 4 phase model: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/232318 Brain on orgasm: https://www.sciencealert.com/here-s-what-happens-to-your-brain-when-you-orgasm What science has revealed about orgasm in people with vaginas: https://www.newscientisct.com/article/dn17165-six-things-science-has-revealed-about-the-female-orgasm/ The difference between physiological and psychological aspect of orgasm: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41585-018-0142-6 Study looking at genetic element of orgasm: https://www.newscientist.com/article/dn7481-genes-blamed-for-fickle-female-orgasm/

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: The purpose of sex is to orgasm. They talk feeling good, sexy fMRIs, bunny orgasm machines, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 661 responded. Agree = 23 % Disagree = 77 %  Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Summary of 4 phase model: <a href="https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/232318" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/232318</a> Brain on orgasm: <a href="https://www.sciencealert.com/here-s-what-happens-to-your-brain-when-you-orgasm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sciencealert.com/here-s-what-happens-to-your-brain-when-you-orgasm</a> What science has revealed about orgasm in people with vaginas: <a href="https://www.newscientisct.com/article/dn17165-six-things-science-has-revealed-about-the-female-orgasm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.newscientisct.com/article/dn17165-six-things-science-has-revealed-about-the-female-orgasm/</a> The difference between physiological and psychological aspect of orgasm: <a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41585-018-0142-6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nature.com/articles/s41585-018-0142-6</a> Study looking at genetic element of orgasm: <a href="https://www.newscientist.com/article/dn7481-genes-blamed-for-fickle-female-orgasm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.newscientist.com/article/dn7481-genes-blamed-for-fickle-female-orgasm/</a>

Episode 25: Hitting the spot?

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Luck is all in the mind. They talk lottery tickets, lucky knicks, breaking falls, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 123 responded. Agree = 49 % Disagree = 51 %    Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: Why are some people luckier than others: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/why-are-some-people-lucki_b_12458558 Rituals and routines in science: https://www.nature.com/articles/nj7679-261a Luck plays a role in people's success: https://blogs.scientificamerican.com/beautiful-minds/the-role-of-luck-in-life-success-is-far-greater-than-we-realized/ is luck probability or psychology? https://www.popsci.com/luck-real/

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Luck is all in the mind. They talk lottery tickets, lucky knicks, breaking falls, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 123 responded. Agree = 49 % Disagree = 51 %  Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Why are some people luckier than others: <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/why-are-some-people-lucki_b_12458558" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.huffpost.com/entry/why-are-some-people-lucki_b_12458558</a> Rituals and routines in science: <a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/nj7679-261a" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nature.com/articles/nj7679-261a</a> Luck plays a role in people's success: <a href="https://blogs.scientificamerican.com/beautiful-minds/the-role-of-luck-in-life-success-is-far-greater-than-we-realized/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://blogs.scientificamerican.com/beautiful-minds/the-role-of-luck-in-life-success-is-far-greater-than-we-realized/</a> is luck probability or psychology? <a href="https://www.popsci.com/luck-real/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.popsci.com/luck-real/</a>

Episode 24: Lucky Charm?

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Social media is addictive. They talk dopamine, scroll holes, lurkers, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 908 responded. Agree = 96 % Disagree = 4 %    Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: Why are brains like likes (blog by Julia with links in to resources): https://kwiklearning.com/kwik-tips/why-our-brains-like-likes-on-social-media/ 

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Social media is addictive. They talk dopamine, scroll holes, lurkers, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 908 responded. Agree = 96 % Disagree = 4 %  Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Why are brains like likes (blog by Julia with links in to resources): <a href="https://kwiklearning.com/kwik-tips/why-our-brains-like-likes-on-social-media/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://kwiklearning.com/kwik-tips/why-our-brains-like-likes-on-social-media/</a>

Episode 23: App Addiction?

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Ghosts are real. They talk detection tools, ghost post, bright teeth, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 149 responded. Agree = 42 % Disagree = 58 %    Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: Ghost detecting gadgets: https://www.npr.org/2011/10/31/141868232/paranormal-technology-gadgets-for-ghost-tracking https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2016/11/the-broken-technology-of-ghost-hunting/506627/ Case study of hallucinations in PCA https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2077707/ Reasons for ghosts in brain https://www.syfy.com/syfywire/ghosts-real-science-hallucinations-bly-manor https://www.nbcnews.com/healthmain/see-ghosts-there-may-be-medical-reason-1c9926902 https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/6-possible-scientific-reasons-for-ghosts/ https://www.livescience.com/26697-are-ghosts-real.html Using ghosts to predict disease symptoms https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/04/210428140858.htm Believe in ghosts poll https://today.yougov.com/topics/lifestyle/articles-reports/2019/10/21/paranormal-beliefs-ghosts-demons-poll

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Ghosts are real. They talk detection tools, ghost post, bright teeth, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 149 responded. Agree = 42 % Disagree = 58 %  Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Ghost detecting gadgets: <a href="https://www.npr.org/2011/10/31/141868232/paranormal-technology-gadgets-for-ghost-tracking" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.npr.org/2011/10/31/141868232/paranormal-technology-gadgets-for-ghost-tracking</a> <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2016/11/the-broken-technology-of-ghost-hunting/506627/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2016/11/the-broken-technology-of-ghost-hunting/506627/</a> Case study of hallucinations in PCA <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2077707/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2077707/</a> Reasons for ghosts in brain <a href="https://www.syfy.com/syfywire/ghosts-real-science-hallucinations-bly-manor" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.syfy.com/syfywire/ghosts-real-science-hallucinations-bly-manor</a> <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/healthmain/see-ghosts-there-may-be-medical-reason-1c9926902" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nbcnews.com/healthmain/see-ghosts-there-may-be-medical-reason-1c9926902</a> <a href="https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/6-possible-scientific-reasons-for-ghosts/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/6-possible-scientific-reasons-for-ghosts/</a> <a href="https://www.livescience.com/26697-are-ghosts-real.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.livescience.com/26697-are-ghosts-real.html</a> Using ghosts to predict disease symptoms <a href="https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/04/210428140858.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/04/210428140858.htm</a> Believe in ghosts poll <a href="https://today.yougov.com/topics/lifestyle/articles-reports/2019/10/21/paranormal-beliefs-ghosts-demons-poll" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://today.yougov.com/topics/lifestyle/articles-reports/2019/10/21/paranormal-beliefs-ghosts-demons-poll</a>

Episode 22: Ghost busting?

In their first episode of season 2, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Reality TV is harmful for contestants and viewers. They talk fast fame, cliff hangers, forgotten cameras, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 239 responded. Agree = 77 % Disagree = 23 %    Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: Our brains on stories: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_stories_change_brain Obsession with reality TV: https://www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2019/0724/1064990-whats-the-psychology-behind-our-obsession-with-reality-tv/ Forgetting is active: https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-019-02211-5 How we normalise familiar environments:  https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-019-13597-1#ref-CR10 http://redwood.psych.cornell.edu/papers/WebsterWernerField.html https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4742349/ How ‘Gogglebox’ producers get natural reactions: https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/gogglebox-producers-food-takeaway-b1834951.html Problems with fast fame: https://theface.com/life/fame-celebrity-status-psychology-volume-4-issue-001 https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2016/jan/31/the-flip-side-of-instant-fame  Reality TV impact on audience (good vs bad): https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/blog/harsh-reality-reality-tv-and-mental-health https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2019/jun/03/reality-tv-fuels-body-anxiety-in-young-people-survey-love-island 

In their first episode of season 2, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Reality TV is harmful for contestants and viewers. They talk fast fame, cliff hangers, forgotten cameras, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 239 responded. Agree = 77 % Disagree = 23 %  Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Our brains on stories: <a href="https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_stories_change_brain" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_stories_change_brain</a> Obsession with reality TV: <a href="https://www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2019/0724/1064990-whats-the-psychology-behind-our-obsession-with-reality-tv/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2019/0724/1064990-whats-the-psychology-behind-our-obsession-with-reality-tv/</a> Forgetting is active: <a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-019-02211-5" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-019-02211-5</a> How we normalise familiar environments:  <a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-019-13597-1#ref-CR10" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-019-13597-1#ref-CR10</a> <a href="http://redwood.psych.cornell.edu/papers/WebsterWernerField.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://redwood.psych.cornell.edu/papers/WebsterWernerField.html</a> <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4742349/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4742349/</a> How ‘Gogglebox’ producers get natural reactions: <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/gogglebox-producers-food-takeaway-b1834951.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/tv/news/gogglebox-producers-food-takeaway-b1834951.html</a> Problems with fast fame: <a href="https://theface.com/life/fame-celebrity-status-psychology-volume-4-issue-001" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://theface.com/life/fame-celebrity-status-psychology-volume-4-issue-001</a> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2016/jan/31/the-flip-side-of-instant-fame" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2016/jan/31/the-flip-side-of-instant-fame</a> Reality TV impact on audience (good vs bad): <a href="https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/blog/harsh-reality-reality-tv-and-mental-health" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/blog/harsh-reality-reality-tv-and-mental-health</a> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2019/jun/03/reality-tv-fuels-body-anxiety-in-young-people-survey-love-island" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2019/jun/03/reality-tv-fuels-body-anxiety-in-young-people-survey-love-island</a>

Episode 21: Reality check?

In their final episode of season 1, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: ASMR is good for your brain. They talk spine shivers, blended brain networks, BTS, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 132 responded. Agree = 62 % Disagree = 38 %    Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: What we know so far about ASMR: https://theconversation.com/asmr-what-we-know-so-far-about-this-unique-brain-phenomenon-and-what-we-dont-135106   What happens in the brain when people experience ASMR: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6209833   Another study of ASMR in the brain: https://peerj.com/articles/7122/   ASMR vs Non-AMSR brains at rest: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27196787/    ASMR more empathetic in self reported study: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2017-49212-009   ASMR could reduce stress: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0196645

In their final episode of season 1, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: ASMR is good for your brain. They talk spine shivers, blended brain networks, BTS, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 132 responded. Agree = 62 % Disagree = 38 %  Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: What we know so far about ASMR:<a href="https://theconversation.com/asmr-what-we-know-so-far-about-this-unique-brain-phenomenon-and-what-we-dont-135106#:~:text=There%20have%20been%20three%20brain%20imaging%20studies%20on%20ASMR.&amp;text=The%20study%20showed%20that%20periods,%2C%20empathy%2C%20and%20affiliative%20behaviours" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://theconversation.com/asmr-what-we-know-so-far-about-this-unique-brain-phenomenon-and-what-we-dont-135106</a> What happens in the brain when people experience ASMR: <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6209833/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6209833</a> Another study of ASMR in the brain: <a href="https://peerj.com/articles/7122/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://peerj.com/articles/7122/</a> ASMR vs Non-AMSR brains at rest: <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27196787/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27196787/</a> ASMR more empathetic in self reported study: <a href="https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2017-49212-009" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2017-49212-009</a> ASMR could reduce stress: <a href="https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0196645" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0196645</a>

Episode 20: Brain tingles?

A scientist and a comedian tackle bold claims using evidence and experiences. From funny quips to controversial issues, join life-long pals Alex and Julia on their quest to prove or disprove an assortment of very human hypotheses.

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Cosmetic surgery boosts self-esteem. They talk self-love, external validation, their own cosmetic experiences, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 161 responded. Agree = 58 % Disagree = 42 %   Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: Review of self-esteem in brain: http://journal.psych.ac.cn/xlkxjz/EN/abstract/abstract3770.shtml   Higher self-esteem leads to better self-reported physical health: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-018-34793-x   Self-esteem neural signature: https://elifesciences.org/articles/28098   Why critique hits us harder than compliments: https://academic.oup.com/scan/article/13/4/404/4911785   Your brain on confidence: https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolyncenteno/2018/04/18/your-brain-on-confidence/?sh=38764baa60cb   Summary of 2012 study showing surgery doesn’t alter mental health: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/open-gently/201212/plastic-surgery-doesnt-boost-self-esteem   Summary of study on people who reported feeling more self-esteem after surgery: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/03/130311091121.htm   2016 study which found no difference in psychological profiles in subjects seeking surgery vs those that weren't: https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/55147248.pdf   2020 study on sexual self-esteem, attitude to body image and well-being following surgery:  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7482527/

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Cosmetic surgery boosts self-esteem. They talk self-love, external validation, their own cosmetic experiences, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 161 responded. Agree = 58 % Disagree = 42 % Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Review of self-esteem in brain: <a href="http://journal.psych.ac.cn/xlkxjz/EN/abstract/abstract3770.shtml" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://journal.psych.ac.cn/xlkxjz/EN/abstract/abstract3770.shtml</a> Higher self-esteem leads to better self-reported physical health: <a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-018-34793-x" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-018-34793-x</a> Self-esteem neural signature: <a href="https://elifesciences.org/articles/28098" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://elifesciences.org/articles/28098</a> Why critique hits us harder than compliments: <a href="https://academic.oup.com/scan/article/13/4/404/4911785" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://academic.oup.com/scan/article/13/4/404/4911785</a> Your brain on confidence: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolyncenteno/2018/04/18/your-brain-on-confidence/?sh=38764baa60cb" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolyncenteno/2018/04/18/your-brain-on-confidence/?sh=38764baa60cb</a> Summary of 2012 study showing surgery doesn’t alter mental health: <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/open-gently/201212/plastic-surgery-doesnt-boost-self-esteem" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/open-gently/201212/plastic-surgery-doesnt-boost-self-esteem</a> Summary of study on people who reported feeling more self-esteem after surgery: <a href="https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/03/130311091121.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/03/130311091121.htm</a> 2016 study which found no difference in psychological profiles in subjects seeking surgery vs those that weren't: <a href="https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/55147248.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/55147248.pdf</a> 2020 study on sexual self-esteem, attitude to body image and well-being following surgery:  <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7482527/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7482527/</a>

Episode 19: Self-esteem surgery?

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Horoscopes are nonsense. They talk Saturn retrograde, famous birthdays, comfy clothes, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 612 responded. Agree = 75 % Disagree = 25 %   Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References:   Is astrology scientific? https://undsci.berkeley.edu/article/astrology_checklist   Study looking at horoscopes: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/232348477_An_empirical_test_of_the_astrological_theory_of_personality Usefulness of horoscopes: https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2018/01/the-new-age-of-astrology/550034/

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Horoscopes are nonsense. They talk Saturn retrograde, famous birthdays, comfy clothes, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 612 responded. Agree = 75 % Disagree = 25 % Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Is astrology scientific? <a href="https://undsci.berkeley.edu/article/astrology_checklist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://undsci.berkeley.edu/article/astrology_checklist</a> Study looking at horoscopes: <a href="https://www.researchgate.net/publication/232348477_An_empirical_test_of_the_astrological_theory_of_personality" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.researchgate.net/publication/232348477_An_empirical_test_of_the_astrological_theory_of_personality</a> Usefulness of horoscopes: <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2018/01/the-new-age-of-astrology/550034/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2018/01/the-new-age-of-astrology/550034/</a>

Episode 18: Written in the stars?

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: You’re more likely to feel guilty if you grew up religious. They talk confession, guilt neuroscience, alter wine, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 390 responded. Agree = 71 % Disagree = 29 %   Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References:   Article on guilt in the brain: https://thecorrespondent.com/86/a-neuroscientists-guide-to-what-happens-in-your-brain-when-you-feel-guilt/11385030536-5a570837   Why we feel guilt: https://www.brainfacts.org/thinking-sensing-and-behaving/emotions-stress-and-anxiety/2019/your-brain-on-guilt-and-shame-091219   Brain activity during shame and guilt: https://academic.oup.com/scan/article/9/2/150/1618662   Catholics and Protestants feel more guilt than control group in survey-based study: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1163/008467206774355330?casa_token=tSKWOWFLi44AAAAA:jJoC68zcq_FcKI8kBSfTYPFeBU4cezMQw74flvusFFFzxEWyIs3neTBQEUaJm8ZkEalYYO_pvjQX   Study showing no evidence of Catholic guilt: https://www.jstor.org/stable/20447515?seq=1   Study of incidence of depression in religious vs non-religious people: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3426191/   Guilt is a ‘mixed blessing’ for kids: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/02/190207123220.htm 

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: You’re more likely to feel guilty if you grew up religious. They talk confession, guilt neuroscience, alter wine, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 390 responded. Agree = 71 % Disagree = 29 % Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Article on guilt in the brain: <a href="https://thecorrespondent.com/86/a-neuroscientists-guide-to-what-happens-in-your-brain-when-you-feel-guilt/11385030536-5a570837" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thecorrespondent.com/86/a-neuroscientists-guide-to-what-happens-in-your-brain-when-you-feel-guilt/11385030536-5a570837</a> Why we feel guilt: <a href="https://www.brainfacts.org/thinking-sensing-and-behaving/emotions-stress-and-anxiety/2019/your-brain-on-guilt-and-shame-091219#:~:text=Guilt%20arises%20when%20your%20behavior,but%20not%20in%20the%20amygdala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.brainfacts.org/thinking-sensing-and-behaving/emotions-stress-and-anxiety/2019/your-brain-on-guilt-and-shame-091219</a> Brain activity during shame and guilt: <a href="https://academic.oup.com/scan/article/9/2/150/1618662" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://academic.oup.com/scan/article/9/2/150/1618662</a> Catholics and Protestants feel more guilt than control group in survey-based study: <a href="https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1163/008467206774355330?casa_token=tSKWOWFLi44AAAAA:jJoC68zcq_FcKI8kBSfTYPFeBU4cezMQw74flvusFFFzxEWyIs3neTBQEUaJm8ZkEalYYO_pvjQX" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1163/008467206774355330?casa_token=tSKWOWFLi44AAAAA:jJoC68zcq_FcKI8kBSfTYPFeBU4cezMQw74flvusFFFzxEWyIs3neTBQEUaJm8ZkEalYYO_pvjQX</a> Study showing no evidence of Catholic guilt: <a href="https://www.jstor.org/stable/20447515?seq=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.jstor.org/stable/20447515?seq=1</a> Study of incidence of depression in religious vs non-religious people: <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3426191/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3426191/</a> Guilt is a ‘mixed blessing’ for kids: <a href="https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/02/190207123220.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/02/190207123220.htm</a>

Episode 17: Catholic guilt?

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Coffee is good for your health. They talk correlations, antioxidants, Julia’s most expensive coffee, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 315 responded. Agree = 66 % Disagree = 34 %   Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References:   Association between coffee consumption and health outcomes: https://www.bmj.com/content/359/bmj.j5024.long).    Coffee and health opinion piece: https://neurosciencenews.com/coffee-brain-health-body-15526/    Components of coffee prevent Abeta and tau aggregation in vitro: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnins.2018.00735/full   Alzheimer’s disease model rats given caffeic acid show improvements to symptoms: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0753332216302657   Review on polyphenols (compound found in coffee): https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnut.2018.00087/full Julia’s blog on this subject for background on mechanisms of coffee in brain: https://kwiklearning.com/kwik-tips/caffeine-kick-how-does-drinking-coffee-affect-your-brain/

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Coffee is good for your health. They talk correlations, antioxidants, Julia’s most expensive coffee, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 315 responded. Agree = 66 % Disagree = 34 % Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Association between coffee consumption and health outcomes: <a href="https://www.bmj.com/content/359/bmj.j5024.long" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.bmj.com/content/359/bmj.j5024.long</a>).  Coffee and health opinion piece: <a href="https://neurosciencenews.com/coffee-brain-health-body-15526/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://neurosciencenews.com/coffee-brain-health-body-15526/</a> Components of coffee prevent Abeta and tau aggregation in vitro: <a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnins.2018.00735/full" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnins.2018.00735/full</a> Alzheimer’s disease model rats given caffeic acid show improvements to symptoms: <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0753332216302657" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0753332216302657</a> Review on polyphenols (compound found in coffee): <a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnut.2018.00087/full" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnut.2018.00087/full</a> Julia’s blog on this subject for background on mechanisms of coffee in brain: <a href="https://kwiklearning.com/kwik-tips/caffeine-kick-how-does-drinking-coffee-affect-your-brain/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://kwiklearning.com/kwik-tips/caffeine-kick-how-does-drinking-coffee-affect-your-brain/</a>

Episode 16: Healthy coffee?

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: People pleasing is self-destructive. They talk boundaries, childhood experiences, B&amp;Q, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 324 responded. Agree = 87 % Disagree = 13 %   Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References:   Parent-child relationship in people pleasing: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/peaceful-parenting/202011/the-underpinnings-people-pleasing   Consequences of people pleasing: https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/shrink/201210/are-you-people-pleaser Psychology of people pleasing: https://psychcentral.com/blog/imperfect/2020/01/the-need-to-please-the-psychology-of-people-pleasing fMRI study of people pleasers: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2015.00718/full People pleasing and predicting anxiety: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5383211/

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: People pleasing is self-destructive. They talk boundaries, childhood experiences, B&amp;Q, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 324 responded. Agree = 87 % Disagree = 13 % Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Parent-child relationship in people pleasing: <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/peaceful-parenting/202011/the-underpinnings-people-pleasing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/peaceful-parenting/202011/the-underpinnings-people-pleasing</a> Consequences of people pleasing: <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/shrink/201210/are-you-people-pleaser" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/shrink/201210/are-you-people-pleaser</a> Psychology of people pleasing: <a href="https://psychcentral.com/blog/imperfect/2020/01/the-need-to-please-the-psychology-of-people-pleasing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://psychcentral.com/blog/imperfect/2020/01/the-need-to-please-the-psychology-of-people-pleasing</a> fMRI study of people pleasers: <a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2015.00718/full" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2015.00718/full</a> People pleasing and predicting anxiety: <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5383211/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5383211/</a>

Episode 15: Pleasing detriment?

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Aliens exist. They talk exoplanets, UFOs, extraterrestrial tinder, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 366 responded. Agree = 74 % Disagree = 26 %   Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: NASAs research on exoplanets: https://exoplanets.nasa.gov/news/1658/among-trillions-of-planets-are-we-home-alone/ Research suggesting 'Oumuamuo could be alien: https://arxiv.org/pdf/1810.11490.pdf Scientific community reports 'Oumuamuo is most likely natural: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41550-019-0816-x  10 things we found out about aliens in 2020: https://www.livescience.com/alien-discoveries-2020.html

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Aliens exist. They talk exoplanets, UFOs, extraterrestrial tinder, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 366 responded. Agree = 74 % Disagree = 26 % Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: NASAs research on exoplanets: <a href="https://exoplanets.nasa.gov/news/1658/among-trillions-of-planets-are-we-home-alone/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://exoplanets.nasa.gov/news/1658/among-trillions-of-planets-are-we-home-alone/</a> Research suggesting 'Oumuamuo could be alien: <a href="https://arxiv.org/pdf/1810.11490.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://arxiv.org/pdf/1810.11490.pdf</a> Scientific community reports 'Oumuamuo is most likely natural: <a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41550-019-0816-x" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nature.com/articles/s41550-019-0816-x</a> 10 things we found out about aliens in 2020: <a href="https://www.livescience.com/alien-discoveries-2020.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.livescience.com/alien-discoveries-2020.html</a>

Episode 14: Aliens exist?

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Veganism is all or nothing. They talk cognitive dissonance, Seaspiracy, roadkill, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 938 responded. Agree = 17 % Disagree = 83 %   Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: Anti-vegan bias: https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20200203-the-hidden-biases-that-drive-anti-vegan-hatred Vegans associated with more negative words: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1368430215618253 Vegetarians feel more moral: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0195666311000341 Report on why we have to reduce meat production for climate change: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-018-0594-0  Vegan founding statement: http://veganstrategist.org/2016/05/12/why-being-vegan-is-not-an-all-or-nothing-thing/ Veganism and health: still needs research: http://veganstrategist.org/2016/05/12/why-being-vegan-is-not-an-all-or-nothing-thing

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Veganism is all or nothing. They talk cognitive dissonance, Seaspiracy, roadkill, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 938 responded. Agree = 17 % Disagree = 83 % Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Anti-vegan bias: <a href="https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20200203-the-hidden-biases-that-drive-anti-vegan-hatred#:~:text=But%20are%20these%20really%20the,to%20deep-seated%20psychological%20biases" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20200203-the-hidden-biases-that-drive-anti-vegan-hatred</a> Vegans associated with more negative words: <a href="https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1368430215618253" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1368430215618253</a> Vegetarians feel more moral: <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0195666311000341" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0195666311000341</a> Report on why we have to reduce meat production for climate change: <a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-018-0594-0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-018-0594-0</a> Vegan founding statement: <a href="http://veganstrategist.org/2016/05/12/why-being-vegan-is-not-an-all-or-nothing-thing/#:~:text=Some%20will%20point%20out%20that,an%20all%20or%20nothing%20thing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://veganstrategist.org/2016/05/12/why-being-vegan-is-not-an-all-or-nothing-thing/</a> Veganism and health: still needs research: <a href="http://veganstrategist.org/2016/05/12/why-being-vegan-is-not-an-all-or-nothing-thing/#:~:text=Some%20will%20point%20out%20that,an%20all%20or%20nothing%20thing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://veganstrategist.org/2016/05/12/why-being-vegan-is-not-an-all-or-nothing-thing</a>

Episode 13: 100% Vegan?

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Your accent unconsciously changes to fit in with the crowd. They talk the chameleon effect, mouth fonts, Nepal, and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 398 responded. Agree = 94 % Disagree = 6 %   Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: The neuroscience of accent: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2016.00639/full Knowing which accent listening to can help process speech: https://neurosciencenews.com/accented-speech-neuroscience-6456/ Accents and trust: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1747021819865833 Foreign Accent Syndrome case study: https://neurosciencenews.com/cerebellum-foreign-accent-syndrome-4159/ Chameleon effect review: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1023/A:1025389814290 Imitation of accent positively influences views of speaker: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2013.00280/full Babies “silent rehearsal” of words: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/accents-are-forever-35886605/ Accent softening in the UK: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2019/mar/20/ugly-rise-accent-softening-people-changing-their-voices

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Your accent unconsciously changes to fit in with the crowd. They talk the chameleon effect, mouth fonts, Nepal, and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 398 responded. Agree = 94 % Disagree = 6 % Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: The neuroscience of accent: <a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2016.00639/full" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2016.00639/full</a> Knowing which accent listening to can help process speech: <a href="https://neurosciencenews.com/accented-speech-neuroscience-6456/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://neurosciencenews.com/accented-speech-neuroscience-6456/</a> Accents and trust: <a href="https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1747021819865833" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1747021819865833</a> Foreign Accent Syndrome case study: <a href="https://neurosciencenews.com/cerebellum-foreign-accent-syndrome-4159/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://neurosciencenews.com/cerebellum-foreign-accent-syndrome-4159/</a> Chameleon effect review: <a href="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1023/A:1025389814290" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://link.springer.com/article/10.1023/A:1025389814290</a> Imitation of accent positively influences views of speaker: <a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2013.00280/full" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2013.00280/full</a> Babies “silent rehearsal” of words: <a href="https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/accents-are-forever-35886605/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/accents-are-forever-35886605/</a> Accent softening in the UK: <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/society/2019/mar/20/ugly-rise-accent-softening-people-changing-their-voices" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.theguardian.com/society/2019/mar/20/ugly-rise-accent-softening-people-changing-their-voices</a>

Episode 12: Accent Adaptation?

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Addiction is a choice. They talk alcoholism, socialising rats, ‘Ask Jeeves’ and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 524 responded. Agree = 13 % Disagree = 87 %   Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: Summary of science behind compulsiveness in addiction: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41583-020-0289-z TedX Talk by John Hari on how we have got addiction all wrong: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PY9DcIMGxMs Genetic component in addiction: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3506170/ Rat’s pick social interaction over drugs: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41593-018-0246-6 Compassionate article on why addiction is not a choice: https://www.uk-rehab.com/drug-addiction/why-drug-addiction-is-not-a-choice/

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: Addiction is a choice. They talk alcoholism, socialising rats, ‘Ask Jeeves’ and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 524 responded. Agree = 13 % Disagree = 87 % Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Summary of science behind compulsiveness in addiction: <a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41583-020-0289-z" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nature.com/articles/s41583-020-0289-z</a> TedX Talk by John Hari on how we have got addiction all wrong: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PY9DcIMGxMs" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PY9DcIMGxMs</a> Genetic component in addiction: <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3506170/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3506170/</a> Rat’s pick social interaction over drugs: <a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s41593-018-0246-6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.nature.com/articles/s41593-018-0246-6</a> Compassionate article on why addiction is not a choice: <a href="https://www.uk-rehab.com/drug-addiction/why-drug-addiction-is-not-a-choice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.uk-rehab.com/drug-addiction/why-drug-addiction-is-not-a-choice/</a>

Episode 11: Choosing Addiction?

Moody Weather

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: The weather impacts your mood. They talk SAD, sweaty toys, “sautage &amp; mash” and much more…   Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 357 responded. Agree = 99% Disagree = 1%   Contact Us:  Email us at hypothesispodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod   Resources/References: Sunny weather - more generous tip: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1981-05406-001 "Clouds make nerds look good”: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/bdm.545 US reporters on 2008 Beijing Olympics: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/15205436.2012.677091 Time and location with weather impact mood: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16137259/ Winter SAD Review: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3202491/  Study summary of SAD in mice: https://neurosciencenews.com/seasonal-affective-disorder-neuroscience-2036/ Blog on why some people might like the rain: https://thoughtcatalog.com/katie-mather/2018/01/theres-a-reason-why-some-of-us-feel-happier-during-bad-weather/

In this episode, Alex &amp; Julia tackle the hypothesis: The weather impacts your mood. They talk SAD, sweaty toys, “sautage &amp; mash” and much more… Numbers from Social Polls: Total Number of Votes: 357 responded. Agree = 99% Disagree = 1% Contact Us:  Email us at <a href="mailto:hypothesispodcast@gmail.com">hypothesispodcast@gmail.com</a> Instagram: @hypothesispodcast                  Twitter: @hypothesis_pod  Facebook: Hypothe-Sis Podcast #hypothesispod Resources/References: Sunny weather - more generous tip: <a href="https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1981-05406-001" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1981-05406-001</a> "Clouds make nerds look good”: <a href="https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/bdm.545" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/bdm.545</a> US reporters on 2008 Beijing Olympics: <a href="https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/15205436.2012.677091" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/15205436.2012.677091</a> Time and location with weather impact mood:<a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16137259/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16137259/</a> Winter SAD Review: <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3202491/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3202491/</a> Study summary of SAD in mice: <a href="https://neurosciencenews.com/seasonal-affective-disorder-neuroscience-2036/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://neurosciencenews.com/seasonal-affective-disorder-neuroscience-2036/</a> Blog on why some people might like the rain: <a href="https://thoughtcatalog.com/katie-mather/2018/01/theres-a-reason-why-some-of-us-feel-happier-during-bad-weather/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://thoughtcatalog.com/katie-mather/2018/01/theres-a-reason-why-some-of-us-feel-happier-during-bad-weather/</a>

Episode 10: Moody Weather?

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