Desire: Why You Want What You Want & How Evolution Made You Who You Are

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How Eyeglasses Changed the World & The Art of Effective Complaining

If you’re a coffee drinker, you’ve probably wondered at some point whether you’re drinking too much. Coffee gets blamed for everything from poor sleep to heart trouble — but a major long-term study tells a very different story. This episode begins with findings that may surprise ...  Show more

Bonus: SYSK TRENDING - How Stress Distorts Your Thinking

Everyone seems more stressed than ever — and oddly, some people even wear it like a badge of honor. But chronic stress isn’t something to brag about. It quietly alters the way you think. It amplifies worry, exaggerates threats, narrows your options, and makes worst-case scenarios ...  Show more

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