This Is Going Well, I Think With David Cooper

David and foreign correspondent Tony Five open the show by following up with caller Gillian from London – not that London – and our hosts discuss the wedding gift they bought for her. David describes the role of a "bug guy." Comedian Natasha Vinik shares her take on dating men who have the queen on their money. David and Tony take umbrage. Psychology professor Dr. Michael Poulin explains that mindfulness boosts generosity, but only for group-oriented individuals. Therapist Laurel Roberts-Meese and David decide whether or not someone is the a-hole for refusing to go to their in-laws for the holidays. Psychologist Dr. Kristin Laurin reveals why we trust people who grew up with less. TV host Noah Cappe joins the show for Noah vs. The Unknown and spiritedly debates various conspiracies concerning the moon. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:28) Tony Five & Caller Gillian (09:59) Tony Five (19:59) Natasha Vinik & Tony Five (29:59) Dr. Michael Poulin (39:49) Laurel Roberts-Meese (49:49) Dr.

David's top stories: DoorDash driver at O'Hare drives right onto the tarmac exposing a hole in airport security; and Protests over bar's goldfish races. Carmi Levy joins the show for It's Time For Technology Time and covers stories: University students built robot that solves a Rubik's Cube in just 0.103 seconds; Unlicensed law clerk fired after ChatGPT hallucinations found in filing; AI cheating is so out of hand in schools that blue books are coming back; AI could consume more power than Bitcoin by the end of 2025. Foreign correspondent Tony Five talks about life post-depression, and he and David take a call from listener Bret attending a hippie campout. British journalist Esther Walker explains why girls should stop saying sorry. Travel expert Katy Nastro shares how clearing your browser history won't save you on flights. Economist Moshe Lander discusses a growing trend of young people accepting less money for better work-life balance and whether or not you should take out a 15-year mortgage. Segments:

It's News You Can't Use with foreign correspondent and Scottish-to-English translator Tony Five. Tony's top bird-related story: Golden eagles soar south back to English skies. David and Tony take a listener call from a nerd. David plays a jingle for Tony. David finds a fatal flaw in a dental floss that can measure stress described by engineer Dr. Sameer Sonkusale. James Pikul reveals what a robot that eats instead of having batteries would function like. Economics professor Ulf Zölitz explains that your mom was right: your friends' personalities do rub off on you. Dr. Enda Byrne shares his research showing that high caffeine intake is linked to greater psychological distress in people with depression. Rabindra (Robby) Ratan – a media psychologist – extols the benefits and outlines the downsides of using VR in the classroom. Finally, Yonah Budd and David discuss June being Men's Mental Health Month. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:06) Tony Five pt. 1 (09:59) Tony Five pt. 2 (19:59) Dr. Samee

The show opens with News You Can't Use and foreign correspondent Tony Five covering the following: Woman in China sends 1,000kg of onions to cheating ex's home. Tony and David talk about why tourists aren't welcome in Spain, then take a listener call involving a drunken Zamboni driver. Matthew Alston explains how employees are sick and tired of engagement surveys. On Pet Talk, veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford covers: A warning about pets eating toxic flowers and plants; A study revealing how your cat remembers who you are; and One vet's warning for dog owners to stay away from a popular toy. Dr. Gareth Nye (happy birthday!) shares that the universal standard of eight hours being the perfect amount of sleep might not be correct. On Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday, Gary Direnfeld and David chat about "soiling the nest." Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:07) Tony Five pt. 1 (09:59) Tony Five pt. 2 (19:59) Matthew Alston (29:59) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 1 (39:49) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 2 (49:

The show opens with bird-attack expert and foreign correspondent Tony Five with top story: Dive-bombing buzzard unleashes chaos at London school. Tony tells David about his visit to the ER. Astrophysicist Dr. Rafael Luque explains how our best evidence for life in the cosmos now faces new doubt. Dr. Johannes Jungwirth shares how magic mushrooms (psilocybin) increases emotional empathy in depressed individuals. Dr. Lee Kuhnle joins David for Conspiracy Corner and reveals how governments and politicians steal your data. (Check out Lee's podcast The Uncover Up here.) Dr. Yasin Rofcanin shows how one handles their home life can have a positive impact on their work performance. Finally, Jenny Nagaoka from the To&Through Project chats about the four year degree fallacy. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:23) Tony Five pt. 1 (09:59) Tony Five pt. 2 (19:59) Dr. Rafael Luque (29:59) Dr. Johannes Jungwirth (39:49) Dr. Lee Kuhnle pt. 1 (49:49) Dr. Lee Kuhnle pt .2 (59:49) Dr. Yasin Rofcanin

David's top stories: Millions of bees escape an overturned truck; Woman allegedly attacks over dirty dishes. David tells UK-Based foreign correspondent Tony Five a couple very British experiences that he recently had. Tony talks about life in England. Organizational psychology researcher Dr. Evy Kuijpers explains that poor sleep can bring out the 'dark side' of your personality at work. Social psychology and sex tech researcher Dr. Valérie Lapointe discusses the current state of AI-generated pornography and the troubling new questions that it raises. Michał Stefańczyk shares his research challenging the idea that female breasts are sexualized due to modesty norms. Dr. Steven Heine tells David that how much sleep you really need appears to depend on your culture. Finally, Victoria from Sure Thing Wedding Chapel explains what it's like to work at a kitschy wedding venue in Las Vegas. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:20) Bees escape (05:52) Fight over dirty dishes (09:59) Tony Five pt. 1 (19

The show opens with evolutionary biologist at the University of Chicago Dr. Yara Haridy on the reason you can blame your sensitive teeth on an ancient fish. Dr. Sandra Peter and Dr. Kai Riemer discuss AI systems being too human-like and that posing a problem for us. Caitlin Green, media personality and co-host of The Jan Arden Podcast joins the show for Pop Cultured, Like Fungus and debates whether or not Brittany Spears should have smoked on a private jet and Justin Bieber should have aired his dirty laundry with Hailey. David and Caitlin discuss the best way to load a dishwasher. Foreign correspondent Tony Five shares the story of a funeral he recently attended and gives a final update on Dony Dive's Dog Dilemma. Dr. Óscar Lecuona de la Cruz tells David that despite misconceptions, BDSM practitioners are very well adjusted. Finally, Dr. Mark Landau sheds light on why some moments seem to fly by. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:50) Dr. Yara Haridy (09:59) Dr. Sandra Peter & Dr. Kai Riemer

The show opens with Florida foul fowl correspondent Tony Five with top story: Rage-filled feral duck attacks elderly residents in Florida. Dr. Lenore Newman, co-author of Dinner on Mars, goes over the technologies that will likely transform the red planet into a place that grows food. On It's Time For Technology Time, Carmi Levy covers stories: Infrared contact lenses that let you see in the dark; Zoox issues another software recall for its robotaxis; Texas readying to ban social media for anyone under 18; Young adults in Europe are putting away their phones; and OnlyFans in talks to sell off its empire. On Conspiracy Corner, Nathan Radke gives an overview of how to get rid of David according to a declassified CIA assassination manual from the 1950s. (Check out Nathan's podcast here.) Finally, on Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday, Gary Direnfeld and David discuss the mental health of today's children. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:34) Tony Five (09:59) Dr. Lenore Newman (19:59) Carmi Levy

The show opens with foreign correspondent Tony Five and top story: Harvard researcher studying dishonesty is (allegedly) dishonest. Dominique McKoy from University of Chicago's To&Through Project discusses what matters for high school and college success. Tony Five and David interview viral sensation Crazy Auntie Ann who discusses her videos rocking out and dispensing mental health advice. Sociologist Dalton Conley reveals whether DNA can predict your individual future and what that means for our collective future. (Check out Dalton's book The Social Genome here.) On Sex, Et Cetera, sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty and David answer the question: Is that normal?! Neuroscientist Dr. Yiren Ren shares her team's discovery of music's hidden power to reshape memory. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:59) Tony Five (09:59) Dominique McKoy (19:59) Crazy Auntie Ann & Tony Five (29:59) Dalton Conley pt. 1 (39:49) Dalton Conley pt. 2 (49:49) Samantha Bitty pt. 1 (59:49) Samantha Bitty pt. 2 (1:

The show opens with foreign correspondent Tony Five giving a dog update on Dony Dive's Dog Dilemma. Professor of organizations David Krackhardt shares how employees assigned more complex projects early in their work history had better career outcomes. Astronomer and University of Chicago professor Dr. Jacob Bean explains the current state of the alien life search on distant planets. Tony Five returns to the show for News You Can't Use with a morbid and very much (not) current story involving a window cleaner and a giant pencil. On Noah vs. The Unknown, Noah Cappe tells David what the Nazca lines in Peru are. Noah chats about thousands of strange holes in the ocean, and gives us a (somewhat confusing) window into dark matter and the fifth dimension. Dr. Yusuf Oc reveals that multiple-answer question format in exams improves students' learning. Finally, the world champion of spreadsheets Michael Jarman graces The Last Show with his presence. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:16) Tony Five pt. 1 (09:59) Davi

David talks about his cat (again) and covers top stories: Narco kitty apprehended; and Man arrested for vigilante spray-chalking a crosswalk. Foreign correspondent Tony Five talks about a dog-related dilemma he's having on Dony Dive's Dog Dilemma. (Explanation for terrible segment title: our comedy writers must be on vacation.) Tony and David take listener call (singular intended) from fan Lauren in Detroit. Emmy-winning city spokeswoman for Kansas City, Missouri Sherae Honeycutt goes over a letter she wrote to her younger self. Peter Quadrino discusses organizing a book club that has been reading the same enigmatic book for 12 years (and not being close to done). David plays a clip from the archive from when he was less than honest. Street performer Silver Elvis chats about a life busking as a silver... Elvis. Mike Shekhtman tells David the dos and don'ts of using generative AI during your job search. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:29) Narco kitty (05:53) Vigilante chalking arrest (09:59) Tony Five

David and foreign correspondent Tony Five's top story for News You Can't Use: Firm posts lucrative office cat sitting job – Lisa Bond from the firm joins the show. Couples therapist Dr. Josh Novak goes over a study finding that couples who cuddle at bedtime feel more secure and less stressed. Tony Five rejoins the program to sing a jingle and discuss boundaries. On It's Time For Technology Time, Carmi Levy covers topics: Bankrupt DNA testing company 23andMe to be bought by Regeneron; Netflix will show generative AI ads midway through streams in 2026; China installs kill switches in solar panels sold to the West; and Google's AI Mode reportedly replacing iconic I'm feeling lucky button. Eva Buechel reveals that managers penalize employees for unplugging, even as they recognize its value. Writer and career coach Samuel Dunsiger explains why he quit his job and went back to school. Dr. Daniela Pirani and Dr. Vera Hoelscher reveal why women seldom propose to men – and what happens when they do. Segments: (00:00)

David's top stories: Chicago newspaper prints a fake summer reading list; and Woman sues adult websites after her son accesses them. Psychology researcher Dr. Owen Waddington reveals how a psychology experiment shows that children are more likely to delay gratification if a peer promises to wait too. David attempts to explain how ChatGPT works to foreign correspondent Tony Five. On News You Can't Use, Tony tells the tale of a man who is suing Whataburger for almost $1M over onions.  Coral from the Tomato Foster Club in New Orleans talks about running a dedicated rescue for orphaned neonatal and special needs kittens. David calls his brother Jon for his birthday. Therapist Gary Direnfeld joins the show for Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday. David and Gary discuss making new friends as adults. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:34) Newspaper's fake book list (05:28) Mom sues adult websites (09:59) Dr. Owen Waddington (19:59) Tony Five pt. 1 (29:59) Tony Five pt. 2 (39:49) Coral (Tomato Foster Club) pt. 1

David's top stories: A naked 5k run; and Jennifer Lopez sued for posting photos of herself. Foreign correspondent Tony Five and David receive Advice For Your Tomorrow's Self, Yesterday (AFY-TSY) dealing with sleep hygiene and spinal health. Psychological science researcher Dr. Mitch Brown explains when and why we choose physically strong leaders. Political scientist Dr. Paul Platzman shares his study revealing that diversity in your social circle may come with a surprising trade-off. Tony Five rejoins the broadcast just in time to interview sociolinguist Dr. Amanda Cole about Cockney rhyming slang. Comedian Natalie Norman and David discuss what people actually do when they travel. Dimana Atanassova explains that because people with psychopathic traits feel less pain, they assume you do too. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:00) The Naked 5k (06:16) J.Lo sued for pic of self (09:59) Tony Five pt. 1 (19:59) Tony Five pt. 2 (29:59) Dr. Mitch Brown (39:49) Dr. Paul Platzman (49:49) Dr. Amanda Cole & Tony

The show opens with London-based foreign correspondent Tony Five reading a listener's texts. Tony's top story: British magic club rights a wrong. On Conspiracy Corner, Dr. Lee Kuhnle visats [sic] and goes over various papal conspiracies – past and present. (Check out Lee's podcast here.) Dr. Elisa Becker explains the difference between distaste and disgust, and what bacon and poop have in common. Psychology lecturer Dr. Jasmin Wertz shares how childhood maternal warmth predicts your key personality traits. Tony Five returns in time for caller Mike from Windsor to share his Advice For Your Tomorrow's Self, Yesterday (AFY-TSY). David gets angry when Mike's advice isn't really advice. Cancer epidemiologist Dr. Parveen Bhatti reveals that scrolling through screens at bedtime greatly increases your risk of insomnia. Atmospheric and oceanic sciences professor Brian Toon lists what would happen if WW3 broke out, and the safest countries to be in if it happens. Call us at 1-888-505-6644 to give yourself advice from y

Foreign correspondent Tony Five revisits the Hertfordshire Harris hawk hero story from earlier in the week with the man himself, Steve Harris. Veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford tells us about his docuseries, Dr. Cliff – Worldwide Vet. Jessica Reif shares her research showing that people who use AI at work are perceived as lazier and less competent. Dr. Natalie Pennington says those that actually call their romantic partner their best friend are in the minority. Carmi Levy joins the show for It's Time For Technology Time. David rants about video projectors to Carmi, and the two cover the following stories: A countertop robot that cooks your meals for you; Pope Leo XIV names AI one of the reasons for his papal name; and Company now hires back human help after going all-in on AI. Etiquette expert Nick Leighton and David discuss whether it's rude to recline while seated on an airplane. (Check out Nick's etiquette podcast Were you raised by wolves? here.) Dr. Dean Miller explains a social media trend called "groundin

David's top stories: WordPress CEO forces everyone to love pineapple on pizza; and Police find $600K in giant teddy bear during massage parlor raid. Entrepreneur Ramon van Meer reveals the sobering results from his test of customers paying more for American-made. On Conspiracy Corner, Nathan Radke gives an overview of the history of alien abductions and tells the Travis Walton story. (Check out Nathan's podcast here.) UK-based Foreign correspondent Tony Five gives us the latest provincial news. Sobriety coach Kelly France and David discuss addiction and sobriety. Dr. Jennifer Lansford explains that parental warmth – not poverty or danger – predicts positive world beliefs in adulthood. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:18) $600k found in teddy bear (04:58) CEO loves pineapple pizza (09:59) Ramon van Meer (19:59) Nathan Radke pt. 1 (29:59) Nathan Radke pt. 2 (39:49) Tony Five pt. 1 (49:49) Tony Five pt. 2 (59:49) Kelly France (1:09:49) Dr. Jennifer Lansford (1:19:06) Sign-off Hosted on Acast. See

David tells foreign correspondent Tony Five about getting out of the wrong side of the bed. Tony talks about a criminal, "repeat offender" Swiss duck. Cognitive psychologist Dr. Arryn Robbins explains why AI images fool so many people. Psychiatry professor Dr. Eric Garland shares his study finding that mindfulness therapy reduces opioid craving and addiction. Brendan Case from Harvard's Human Flourishing Program illuminates how and when humans flourish with age. Then, it's Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday with Gary Direnfeld. Gary and David discuss how to rebuild your life after trauma. Forensic criminology researcher Dr. Miranda Baumann shares how mental illness doesn't exactly explain who owns or carries firearms. Segments (00:00) Introduction (02:06) Tony Five pt. 1 (09:59) Tony Five pt. 2 (19:59) Dr. Arryn Robbins (29:59) Dr. Eric Garland (39:49) Brendan Case (49:49) Gary Direnfeld pt. 1 (59:49) Gary Direnfeld pt. 2 (1:09:49) Dr. Miranda Baumann (1:19:06) Sign-off Hosted on Acast. See acast.co

Tony Five and David receive advice from their yesterday's selves for tomorrow, today (AFY-TSY). Tony talks about Steve Harris who caught the Harris Hawk terrorizing Hertfordshire. Couple Sam Sova and Kaitlyn Dattoria describe accidentally proposing to each other at the same time. Psychology professor Paul Eastwick shares his study showing women also prefer younger romantic partners. On Sex, Et Cetera, sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty and David go over things nobody teaches you about sex, but that you really ought to know. Sociology professor Chris Knoester explains that Americans overwhelmingly believe sports promote racial integration – but reality is more complex. Dr. Erez Freud reveals that AI can identify autism from tiny hand motion patterns. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:02) Tony Five pt. 1 (09:59) Tony Five pt. 2 (19:59) Sam Sova & Kaitlyn Dattoria (29:59) Paul Eastwick (39:49) Samantha Bitty pt. 1 (49:49) Samantha Bitty pt. 2 (59:49) Chris Knoester (1:09:49) Dr. Erez Fre

The show opens with the triumphant return of London-based foreign correspondent Tony Five, who discusses his absence from the show. On It's Time For Technology Time, Carmi Levy goes over topics: VR makes medical treatment more bearable; People trust advice from ChatGPT more than lawyers; TikTok hit with a €530M fine; and Lyft Silver to keep your aging parents off the road. Conservation scientist Joe Roman explains why whale urine is so important to life in the sea. (Check out Joe's book Eat, Poop, Die: How Animals Make Our World.) On Noah vs. The Unknown, Noah Cappe tries to tell David his top ten UFO sightings of all time – David derails and they don't quite get through ten. Dr. Emily Impett explores sacrifice and strength in intercultural relationships. Sport coach James Thie shares why you should try "Jeffing" while running. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (00:45) Tony Five (09:59) Carmi Levy pt. 1 (19:59) Carmi Levy pt. 2 (29:59) Joe Roman (39:49) Noah Cappe pt. 1 (49:49) Noah Cappe pt. 2 (59:49) D