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We all know we’re supposed to eat healthy — but what exactly does that mean?

On this episode, what’s on your plate, why it matters, and how to make sense of conflicting nutrition advice.

The Science of Eating: What We Get Wrong About Diet and Nutrition Podcast Episode · The Pulse · September 17 · 49m

We have a treat for you this week! Check out one of our favorite episodes.

It's all about Mars, and why for many years humans believed in Martians 👽

The Search for Life on Mars: From Mars Mania to NASA’s Rovers Podcast Episode · The Pulse · September 3 · 50m

What do a make-believe king, 101 princesses and the disappearance of 7 million men from the labor force have in common?

On this podcast extra, author and journalist Jon Ronson gets to the bottom of this mystery and unpacks his new book, The Castle.

Jon Ronson, 101 Princesses, and a World of Unraveling Men Podcast Episode · The Pulse · August 30 · 49m

We often long to get away from the chaos of modern life — to escape someplace where we can find peace : namely, the wilderness.

But can we ever truly “get away” from our daily lives? And what draws us to the wilderness in the first place?

On this episode, the search for wilderness and the tension between nature and human control.

The Search for Wilderness Podcast Episode · The Pulse · August 27 · 49m

What if the key to better relationships and mental health were imagination?

On this episode, psychologist Cassandra Vieten discusses her new book, "Imagine That: Transform How You Think, Feel, and Live with the Science of Imagination."

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The Science of Imagination: Transforming How We Think, Feel, and Live Podcast Episode · The Pulse · August 11 · 29m

We tend to think that limitations stifle creativity — but what if the opposite is true?

On this episode, we explore how limitations force us to think differently, solve problems in unexpected ways, and allow us to create our best work. Listen now ⬇️

Think Inside the Box: How Limits Fuel Creativity Podcast Episode · The Pulse · August 6 · 24m

Millions of people in the U.S. have chronic pain that’s unresponsive to medical interventions. But there are new and comprehensive ways of treating pain.

On this episode, research on new solutions to pain.

The Future of Pain Relief: Managing Chronic Pain, Laughing Gas, and Safer Opioids Podcast Episode · The Pulse · July 30 · 50m

Vacations are a time to experience new things, and restore our minds and bodies — but sometimes the opposite happens.

On this episode, an exploration of vacation health hazards.

Jet Lag, Cruise Outbreaks, and Vacation Constipation: How to Deal with Travel Health Woes Podcast Episode · The Pulse · July 23 · 50m

Science has long been used to solve crimes, from fingerprints to the psychology of criminal minds — not every investigative technique rests on solid scientific ground.

On this episode, how science is used in criminal investigations.

How Reliable Is Forensic Science? The Truth About Criminal Profiling and Investigations How science is used in criminal investigations — and what happens when it’s not as reliable as we might think.

Anyone spending a summer vacation in the wilderness? If so, you're gonna want to check out one of our favorite episodes.

From wild elephants to golden toads, we learn what happens when we chase wildlife. Listen now ⬇️

Chasing Wildlife: From the Golden Toad to Giant Elephants Podcast Episode · The Pulse · July 9 · 50m