Neil Shea’s first trip to the Arctic in 2005 was filled with admiration — from white wolves to indigenous life. So when a warming climate began to threaten the region, he had to go back. On this episode, @neilshea13 adventures in the Arctic. bit.ly/449vdrB

Thanksgiving may be over, but that warm feeling we get from being with family and friends doesn’t have to be. On this new episode, neuroscientists Emily Falk and @dr-brein.bsky.social explain how to prioritize relationships and why our brains need connection. bit.ly/3KwFaIU

Counting carbs this Thanksgiving? Good luck😅 But what if researchers told you that demonizing an entire food group doesn’t really help as much as you think? On this new episode, the science of our food choices with @kevinh-phd.bsky.social & @juliabelluz.bsky.social bit.ly/49CYEpz

Today on @thepulse.whyy.org, @juliabelluz.bsky.social and I discuss several popular topics in nutrition science that are covered in our book #FoodIntelligence: whyy.org/episodes/wha...

These days, it's not uncommon for people to be accused of using AI to write an email or maybe a well-thought-out post on Reddit. But why does detecting AI in writing infuriate people, and how can you avoid sounding like a chatbot? Researchers weigh in. whyy.org/segments/how...

Having a bad dream or a nightmare can seem like an inevitable part of sleep — out of our control. But, does it have to be that way? On this podcast extra, researcher Michelle Carr discusses dream engineering and her new book, Nightmare Obscura. bit.ly/3LJGl8a

"They have brilliantly associated themselves with ... good times, happiness, and fun." @murray-journo.bsky.social and @thepulse.whyy.org discuss how Coca-Cola has influenced consumer habits & perceptions:

Americans have lost more than $16.6 billion to cybercrime, and it's still more challenging than ever to sniff out an online scam. That's why it's never a bad time to check out our episode on cybercrime and how scammers prey on the rest of us. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

It's Halloween — a time when we celebrate the unknown. But what about the scientists who once studied it? Reporter Nichole Currie tells the story of an old research lab at UCLA that studied ghosts, psychics, and auras. 🔗 whyy.org/segments/the...

In Boyertown, PA, artist Charlee Heinz turns bones from forest finds into meaningful artwork that explores death and beauty. Lise Peet reports 🔗 whyy.org/segments/ani...

Coca-Cola rolled out a cane sugar version of its soda after Trump urged the corporation to do so — but debates around the sweetener in Coke are decades old. On this podcast extra, we talk about this with journalist @murray-journo.bsky.social, author of Sweet and Deadly. 🔗 bit.ly/4ofqexy

Nearly 4 in 10 Americans say ghosts are real. Some even search for proof. On this episode, a look at paranormal phenomena and the investigators who chase them. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

The number of urgent care centers in the U.S. have doubled, from more than 7,000 to more than 14,000 over the last decade or so. Alan Yu reports why ⬇️ whyy.org/segments/why...

If it feels like urgent care centers are everywhere these days — that’s because they are. On this episode, we explore the rapid rise of urgent care, what’s fueling it, and how it’s affecting care. 🔗 bit.ly/4onrRZx

What if cures for rare diseases already exist — just waiting to be found? On this podcast extra, meet @davidfajgenbaum.bsky.social, who not only discovered his own treatment for Castleman Disease, but is now using AI to repurpose existing drugs to help others. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

About 10 years ago, writer Kim Frank set out to learn why wild Asian elephants were trampling people in India. After many trips overseas and meeting an Indian Princess, Kim eventually revealed a complex human-wildlife conflict. Listen to Kim's story ⬇️ whyy.org/segments/cha...

Mysteries of the wild often pull scientists from labs to mountaintops, forests, and far-off places. On this episode, a quest for the vanished golden toad, a journey to find wild Asian elephants, and a look at the global wildlife trade’s impact. 🔗 bit.ly/48MvBPI

Despite major advances in understanding how genetics, lifestyle, and environment shape health, it remains a mystery why similar patients can have such different outcomes. On this episode, we discuss what factors shape health, disease, and survival. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

Weightlifting, once for only bodybuilders, is now popular for strength and brain health. On this remixed episode, we explore the proven and emerging benefits of pumping iron and why so many people say it’s changing their lives. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

When we see surprising couples, like Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson, we can’t help but wonder what brought them together 💘 In this podcast extra, we explore the mysteries of attraction and love. 🔗 bit.ly/4m66NW5

We think of Martians as belonging to the realm of sci-fi — but in the early 1900s, they were believed to be a real civilization living on Mars 👽 On this episode, why astronomers once believed in life on Mars. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

Labor Day is over, and it's back to work — back to a laundry list of emails, meetings, and projects. How can you possibly stay productive when your workload is massive? On this episode, we explore productivity, what works, and what doesn't. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

AI in the classroom🤖? Teachers in Philadelphia and New Jersey make the case for and against using artificial intelligence in school. Alan Yu reports 🔗 whyy.org/segments/tea...

It’s that time of year when students with big dreams go all in — piling on extracurriculars and chasing perfection. They call it Ivy League Fever 🤒 Reporter Najay Greenidge explores how pursuing prestigious schools impacts students' mental health 🔗 whyy.org/segments/ivy...

I was honored to be on The Pulse to explain the science of learning and why understanding how we learn matters so much more to transforming education than AI and the internet. Get a primer on the research and why it matters in this episode 👇

It's back-to-school time. Students, teachers, and parents are facing numerous challenges — from using AI in the classroom to reckoning with the long shadow of the pandemic. On this episode, we explore how our rapidly changing world is transforming school. 🔗 bit.ly/4lLyHGH

Reports on a Legionnaires' disease outbreak are making the news. Back in 1976, the same illness was a mystery. On this Pulse Extra, listen as Reporter Elana Gordon tells the story of how scientists tracked down the origin of this deadly illness. 🔗 bit.ly/4mmZASv

"Part of what Fligor contributed to the field through his study was the idea of measuring sound according to 'dose' — a combination of how loud a sound is and how long you’re exposed to it — as opposed to volume alone." whyy.org/segments/cou... @thepulse.whyy.org #hearing #health #keeplistening

The scans are clear, you rang the bell, you've beaten cancer — but now what? Reporter Nicole Leonard spoke with people who survived cancer at a young age about the emotional journey that followed. 🔗 whyy.org/segments/tee...

Surviving traumatic events and devastating illnesses is a reason to celebrate. We ring the bell, throw a party, and get back on our feet — but we often learn, the fight is rarely over. On this episode, the quieter struggle that follows survival. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

Surviving traumatic events and devastating illnesses is a reason to celebrate. We ring the bell, throw a party, and get back on our feet — but we often learn, the fight is rarely over. On this episode of The Pulse, the quieter struggle that follows survival. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

More than a hundred thousand people in the US are waiting for a life-saving organ — but the pressure for organ donations is putting some donors at risk. On this Pulse Extra, @brianmrosenthal.bsky.social discusses his recent investigation into the issue. 🔗 bit.ly/3HdqTz7

While it might be unbelievable today, boys were once required to swim nude at YMCA pools — yet some recall the experience with no shame. Andrew Stelzer reports this history of nude swimming. bit.ly/4f66SqE

Shame can make us feel isolated, hurting our health and relationships — but it can also drive growth. On this episode, we untangle why we feel it, where shame comes from, and how it affects our behavior and health. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

We have a treat for you this summer! Check out one of our favorite episodes: The Inner Workings of the Ocean. We explore the Earth's defining feature, the largest ecosystem, and the engine that powers our planet 🌊 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

Sleep isn't just what fuels us to get through the day. It's a biological function, just as vital as your heartbeat. On this episode, we discuss how finding your body’s unique sleep rhythm can help you get better rest. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

We have a special treat for you this summer! Amid the summer heat 🥵, we explore the history and future of cold technology on this encore episode of The Pulse — from innovations in freezing to the next generation of air conditioners. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

23andMe shared consumer DNA with a big pharma company, and got a million-dollar investment in return. But how much is a tube of spit worth? And who should profit — the company or the people who shared their DNA whyy.org/segments/how...

New Episode 🚨: When scientists set out to decode the human genome, they knew it could change medicine forever. What they didn't expect was the behind-the-scenes and hostile race to get there. On this episode, the human genome project and the price of DNA. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

The first draft of the human genome was announced 25 years ago by President Bill Clinton — but behind the scenes of this scientific discovery was a little-known fierce and hostile competition. 🔗 whyy.org/segments/25-...

Friends enhance our lives — we laugh with them, share memories, and provide emotional support. And it turns out our brain loves these kinds of connections. On this episode, we delve into why our brains are drawn to friendship. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

When someone harms you, revenge can feel like the only way to even the score. But that urge you feel — the one that seems like justice — isn't. On this episode, @realjameskimmeljr.bsky.social talks about his new book, The Science of Revenge. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

A few months after the war in Gaza started, Fatima Mohamed Alshindi's husband and son were killed in an attack. Fatima expressed her grief through poetry — until a California artist used AI to turn her words into music. 🔗 whyy.org/segments/how...

Think the creative arts are just for fun? Think again. At one Philadelphia preschool, creative arts aren't a break from learning. Research shows they are the key to it. 🔗 whyy.org/segments/the...

What happens when we make room for creativity — not only in art, but in how we learn, heal, and build the world around us? On this episode, we explore creativity and what happens when we let imagination take charge. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

We’ve all heard the sayings — “Revenge is a dish best served cold” or “Revenge is sweet.” But is it? We’re working on an episode about revenge, and we want to hear your stories. Did you finally get even with someone 😈? Or were you the one who got burned 🔥?

For 30 years, Kathy Sanders has sought answers about the terrorist attack that killed her grandsons, the Oklahoma City bombing. Now, she hopes a new piece of evidence will bring her closer to the truth. 🔗 whyy.org/segments/the...

We all want the truth — from our family, friends, the media, institutions, and the government. But how exactly do we know when we're being fed the truth or lies in disguise? On this episode, what it takes to prove the truth. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

Cybercrime has been around for as long as computers have, but today it’s a global threat impacting supply chains, infrastructure, and the economy. On this episode, we explore how it’s evolved, how it affects us, and how scammers exploit human nature. 🔗 lnk.to/whyy-thepulse

In the year 2000, the ILOVEYOU virus swept the globe and cost the world economy billions of dollars. But was this a brilliantly coded virus, or did human nature take over when people saw a love letter in their inbox? 🔗 bit.ly/4dl0Y4n