Finding Genius Podcast

Can acne stem from causes which many sources may not have told you before? While older techniques can be practical, recent advancements and discoveries can significantly expedite the process. Listen…

Why are giraffes such a good marker of biodiversity and the health of the environment? Though their slow extinction has been quiet, they show traits that are substantial indicators of environmental h…

“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” It’s a saying you’ve probably heard before, but today’s episode puts a spin on it and places it in the context of mental health: “If it’s not ‘wrong,’ don’t try to …

What are some of the challenges faced by parents of Autistic children? If we look at behavior problems on a different level, it can be much easier to understand. Press play to learn:

• How Alicia Tra…

Earlier detection of cancer and connective tissue disorders may be possible using atomic force microscopy.

Tune in to learn how it works and discover:

• The advantages of atomic force microscopy over …

“The people who listen to my show…want to listen to someone who has been through it, and knows what it’s like…to struggle to get out of bed because you feel like the entire world is closing in on you…

“You’ve got to teach what you’ve learned,” says Bianca Rodriguez, and that’s exactly what she does. Only, it took her decades to truly learn what she’d been through, and how she could use her experie…

Are beehives and productivity within it dependent on the quality of the queen's mating habit? Surprisingly, just through smell, worker bees may judge the quality of various combinations. Press play …

When just getting out of bed in the morning started feeling almost impossible--no matter how much sleep he’d gotten or how hard he’d been trying to live a healthy lifestyle--Dr. Miles Nichols knew th…

Why is there still a massive diagnosis gap for endometriosis? Since pain has been normalized in many women, it is often overlooked. Listen up to learn:

• The likelihood of experiencing endometriosis…

Can attempting to predict the future lead to more harm than good? Based on recent theory, transcending these uncertainties may lead to a healthier mental state. Press play to learn:

• How uncertainty…

Despite impeccable oral hygiene practices, some of us can’t seem to avoid getting cavities, while others who could brush and floss a little more never develop any.

It seems backwards, but there might…

What can we learn about our mental health from rats? Since our brains are similar, the answer may surprise you. Listen up to discover:

• The difference between fear and anxiety
• The pathways to anxiety…

What makes soil health so vital across the country? From crops to the rest of the ecosystem, the soil can be considered the base of a healthy environment. Listen up to learn:

• The difference between…

Can Plants and the landscapes from which they come give us a clue into the human lineage? By looking at where apes lived and interacted with plants, history can be uncovered. Listen up to learn:

• Th…

When you think of medieval people and practices, what comes to mind? Whatever your answer, this episode may very well change it.

Tune in to discover:

• The main differences between medieval and modern…

Are you inadvertently shortening your pet's lifespan? Without providing your fluffy friend with the proper diet, you may very well be. Listen up to learn:

• The impact of pet obesity
• Which pet diet m…

Listen to your gut!

It’s a saying we all resonate with on some level, but is there any merit to it? As research on the connection between gut and overall human health grows, it seems there is. 

Prebi…

A combination of factors led Nick Bracks to a place he never expected to be: in a deep and dark depression, mixed with anxiety, obsessive thoughts, a dependence on alcohol, low self-esteem, and an ov…

How do our crop production systems work in tandem with plant pathology to form the best farming techniques? By focusing on disease control and sustainable farming techniques, better production techni…