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Something You Should Know

The World's Greatest Mentalist Shares His Secrets The Surprising Science of Pets

Something You Should Know

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When you look up information online, you may find that it's harder to remember later. It's a frequent phenomenon called digital amnesia. This episode begins by explaining why it happens so often — and what you can do about it. frontiersin.org/journals/public-healt...

Oz Pearlman is probably the world's greatest mentalist. He doesn't claim to read minds — he reads people. Recently featured on 60 Minutes, topping bestseller lists, and even guessing Joe Rogan's ATM PIN on his podcast, Oz brings his uncanny intuition to Something You Should Know. In our conversation, he even guesses something from my childhood he couldn't possibly know. He also reveals what he's learned about success, handling rejection, and making powerful impressions. His book is Read Your Mind: Proven Habits for Success from the World's Greatest Mentalist. (amzn.to/47MP9S7)

Of all creatures on Earth, humans are the only ones who keep pets — and love them like family. So how did this relationship begin? Why do some people choose exotic pets? And what are the real benefits of pet ownership for both human and animal? Science broadcaster Jay Ingram, host of two national science programs in Canada and author of twenty books, joins me to explore the fascinating science behind our bond with pets. His latest book is The Science of Pets. (amzn.to/43ilq1S)

Walking is one of the simplest ways to stay healthy, but here's a twist: you can burn more calories simply by walking differently. Listen as I explain how changing your pace can make every step count. engineering.osu.edu/news/2015/10/new-...


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