Why we cry

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It’s possible that the entire observable universe is inside a black hole. All we need to do in order to find out is … build a gigantic particle collider around the moon. (Originally aired in 2024) Guest: James Beacham, particle physicist at the Large Hadron Collider at CERN For s ...  Show more

We are the only animals that cry emotionally. Scientists don't know exactly why we do it, but all of our theories lead us to believe it is a healthy practice, and maybe we should seek it out. Today we are going to explain all the up to date research about BALLING YOUR EYES OUT ...

From misty eyeballs to full-on waterworks, what are tears? Why do we shed them? And what makes humans' ability to cry emotional tears unique? Hosts Emily Kwong and Aaron Scott get into their feelings in this science-fueled exploration of why we cry. (encore) To see more of Rose-L ...  Show more

In episode 143, we get curious about crying for Alexandia of Queen Creek, Arizona and Michael and Christopher of Denver, Colorado.  We learn what tears are made of, about the different types of tears, and whether animals cry.  Grab a tissue and join us to learn more about cryi ...

Spilling a tear or two is necessary. Crying is a human expression of emotions, and allowing ourselves to feel what we need to feel is crucial. How did crying become a taboo? And do crying clubs really exist? Tune in for a new chat talk about one of the most controversial topics : ...  Show more