This Is Going Well, I Think With David Cooper

David's top stories: Man arrested with seven emotional support tigers; and A diner's harrowing table rescue story. Dog researcher Holly Molinaro tells us we don't know our dogs as well as we think we do. On Conspiracy Corner, Nathan Radke and David goes over the history of Nessie – The Loch Ness Monster, and then shares potential new evidence of the mythical beast. (Check out Nathan's podcast The Uncover Up here.) Sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty joins the program for Sex, Et Cetera, and goes over the "ick" and attachment styles. (Check out Samantha's podcast here.) Sexual communication scholar Dr. Chelsea Reynolds explains the Internet's obsession with sexy chefs. Dr. Darwin Guevarra describes the surprising link between mindset and vaccine outcomes. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:23) Emotional support tigers (06:36) Table rescue story (09:59) Holly Molinaro (19:59) Nathan Radke pt. 1 (29:59) Nathan Radke pt. 2 (39:49) Samantha Bitty pt. 1 (49:49) Samantha Bitty pt. 2 (59:49) Dr

David talks about shelves, then covers top stories: Birthday card money thief; and Feral goldfish with herpes. Social psychologist Andrew Hales explains that narcissistic men enjoy being gossiped about – even when it's negative. The "ovaries professor" Suzannah Williams from Oxford discusses saving white rhinos by producing their eggs from ovarian tissue. Dr. Darren Schreiber outlines how brain activity reveals your political party while going grocery shopping. Psychologist Dr. Amy Hoffmann shows how victory can fuel sexual aggression in psychopathic men. Astronomer Andrea Weibel shares the strange observation that galaxies die earlier than we expected: just 700 million years after the Big Bang. Finally, Comedian Natalie Norman talks about how to get rich (or just slightly richer) selling your old junk. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:17) Birthday card thief (05:28) Goldfish herpes (09:59) Andrew Hales (19:59) Prof. Suzannah Williams (29:59) Dr. Darren Schreiber (39:49) Dr. Amy Hoffmann (49:49) And

The show opens with Advice For Your Tomorrow's Self, Yesterday (AFY-TSY) with Kacy and Robbie. (Call us at 1-888-505-6644 to give yourself advice from your yesterday's self for tomorrow!) After that, the world champion of spreadsheets Michael Jarman graces The Last Show with his presence. Jennifer Mills of Jennifer Mills News explains why she publishes a newspaper that's barely fit to print. On Pet Talk, veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford goes over the finding that 99% of dogs have behavioral problems, gives David free cat advice, and reveals the real cost of French bulldog ownership. (Check out Cliff's podcast here.) Dr. Masoud Kianpour discuss "brain rot". Neil Davenport says work is for pay, not for wellbeing. Finally, Dr. Geraint Harvey shares how personal trainers work unpaid like medieval serfs. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:02) AFY-TSY: Kacy & Robbie (09:59) Michael Jarman (19:59) Jennifer Mills (29:59) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 1 (39:49) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 2 (49:49) Dr. Masoud Kianpour (59:49

David's top stories: Booze makes fruit flies more attractive; and Do people have sex in space? Astrophysicist Dr. Jesse Rogerson goes over the evidence that we're trapped inside a black hole. (Check out Jesse's book Daydreaming in the Solar System here.) Carmi Levy joins for It's Time For Technology Time goes over the tech stories of the day including: Why ChatGPT makes stuff up; Facebook to show content from your actual friends; and the US TikTok ban deadline approaching. Caitlin Green, media personality and co-host of The Jan Arden Podcast joins the show on Pop Cultured, Like Fungus and discusses the men who are addicted to OnlyFans and "loud looking" – a new dating trend. Former homicide detective Hank Idsinga explains what his job was like. Finally, Åsa Engström speaks to the health benefits of a shvitz. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:00) Hot drunk fruit flies (06:17) Space sex (09:59) Dr. Jesse Rogerson (19:59) Carmi Levy pt. 1 (29:59) Carmi Levy pt. 2 (39:49) Caitlin Green pt. 1 (49:49) Cait

David gives a travel update then covers top stories: Amish stick up; and OnlyFans "chatter" scam lawsuit. Therapist Gary Direnfeld stops in for Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday. David describes an experience he had with a rideshare driver as he and Gary cover those moments in life where your problems are put in perspective. On Noah vs. The Unknown, Noah Cappe discusses The Great Sphinx and the ancient underground city of Derinkuyu. Geoff Tomaino explains how AI doesn't make a great research scientist. The Food Professor Dr. Sylvain Charlebois and David chat about coffee. Finally, Édouard Perron gives us just how much a homegrown hockey player is worth. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:23) Amish stick up (05:22) OnlyFans "chatter" scam (09:59) Gary Direnfeld pt. 1 (19:59) Gary Direnfeld pt. 2 (29:59) Noah Cappe pt. 1 (39:49) Noah Cappe pt. 2 (49:49) Geoff Tomaino (59:49) Dr. Sylvain Charlebois (1:09:49) Édouard Perron (1:19:06) Sign-off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information

David's stuck in Miami. Our top stories: Space ads anger astronomers; and Busking deemed psychological torture. On Conspiracy Corner, Dr. Lee Kuhnle gets personal as he discusses with David how to talk to a conspiracy theorist. (Check out Lee's podcast here.) Journalist Jared Lindzon conveys the benefits of the four-day work week. Mechanical engineering professor Dr. Eric Diller explains how tiny magnetic robots could one day be brain surgeons who don't cut your skull. After that, it's Sex, Et Cetera with sex educator Samantha Bitty and topic: Breakup sex. (Check out Samantha's podcast here.) Dr. Sebastian Kurten goes over research showing that teens in poverty use social media more – but don't suffer more because of it. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:26) Space ads (04:56) Busking is torture (09:59) Dr. Lee Kuhnle pt. 1 (19:59) Dr. Lee Kuhnle pt. 2 (29:59) Jared Lindzon (39:49) Dr. Eric Diller (49:49) Samantha Bitty pt. 1 (59:49) Samantha Bitty pt. 2 (1:09:49) Dr. Sebastian Kurten (1:19:06) Sig

The show opens with Advice For Your Tomorrow's Self, Yesterday (AFY-TSY) with Maya. (Call us at 1-888-505-6644 to give yourself advice from your yesterday's self for tomorrow!) Professor Luca Maria Aiello describes how urban highways are barriers to social ties. Dr. Katie Mehr and David extol the power of streaks. Social neuroscientist Julian Packheiser explains the lifelong impact of early touch. Zoology professor Tim Coulson from Oxford explains how the humble octopus could give rise to the next civilization if humans die out. David stokes the flames of the pineapple on pizza debate with Francis Woolf, owner of Lupa Pizza in Norwich that charges £100 for Hawaiian pizza. Social psychologist Kyle Conlon goes over his study on mate poaching. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:01) AFY-TSY: Maya (09:59) Luca Maria Aiello (19:59) Dr. Katie Mehr (29:59) Julian Packheiser (39:49) Tim Coulson pt. 1 (49:49) Tim Coulson pt. 2 (59:49) Francis Woolf (1:09:49) Kyle Conlon (1:19:30) Sign-off Hosted on Acast. S

Our top stories: Beavers bulldoze Czech bureaucracy; and The Excel world champion. Author Matthew Legge explains how you're not just you and that others shape your true self. Tech expert Carmi Levy joins the show for It's Time For Technology Time. Topics covered: 23andMe filing for bankruptcy protection; The messaging app Signal being targeted by hackers; and Napster selling for $207 million. On Sex, Et Cetera, sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty and David explore your fantasies that you dare not share, and would not act on. Dr. Sarah Hennessy goes over her study on what happens to your brain when you hear nostalgic music. Then, it's professor James Roberts on social media trapping us in a cycle of loneliness. Finally, Canadian History Ehx podcast host Craig Baird brings us back to the times Niagara Falls ran dry. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:47) Beavers bulldoze bureaucracy (04:59) Excel world champion (09:59) Matt Legge (19:59) Carmi Levy pt. 1 (29:59) Carmi Levy pt. 2 (39:49) Sam

David gives a cat update and then covers top stories: A Paddington Bear theft; and Real monster found under bed. Geophysicist and glaciologist Dr. Sasha Montelli shares his team's unprecedented discovery of a never-before-seen ecosystem under an Antarctic ice shelf. Therapist Gary Direnfeld joins the show for Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday. David and Gary discuss making new friends as adults. Professor Sam Maglio unravels the happiness paradox. On Pet Talk, veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford chats about when vets don't believe patients, and gives details about a pet-based super fungus that can pass on to humans. Olivia Stibolt shares her study revealing age-related differences in how children with social anxiety handle errors. David dispenses some extremely important advice. Segments (00:00) Introduction (02:40) Paddington Bear theft (06:03) Monster under bed (09:59) Dr. Sasha Montelli (19:59) Gary Direnfeld pt. 1 (29:59) Gary Direnfeld pt. 2 (39:49) Sam Maglio (49:49) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 1 (59:49) D

David's top stories: DIY surgery gone wrong; and a Feral pig virus. Dimana Atanassova explains that because people with psychopathic traits feel less pain, they assume you do too. Professor of conspiracy studies Nathan Radke joins us for Conspiracy Corner and reveals what's in the recent massive JFK file dump. Gender studies PhD student Rotem Avgar provides insight into her research on why straight women watch lesbian porn. Writer Zac Hug shares how writing Hallmark rom-coms is his calling, and how you might find your calling too. Finally, human development and family studies professor Dr. Brian Ogolsky shares the good news that modern dating isn't broken. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:33) DIY surgery (05:44) Feral pig virus (09:59) Dimana Atanassova (19:59) Nathan Radke pt. 1 (29:59) Nathan Radke pt. 2 (39:49) Rotem Avgar pt. 1 (49:49) Rotem Avgar pt. 2 (59:49) Zac Hug (1:09:49) Dr. Brian Ogolsky (1:19:24) Sign-off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more abou

Our top stories: Parking lot run-over; Thief swallows earrings; and German pigeon birth control. TV host Noah Cappe joins the show for Noah vs. The Unknown and goes over super-structures discovered under Egypt's pyramids. University of Alberta's Dr. Dan Sameoto and Dr. Vivian Mushahwar explain the Batman-inspired smartwear they're creating. Dr. Caroline Ran discusses the connection she found with psychedelics and lowering the risk of headaches. Dr. Ahmed Mahmoud shares the link he discovered between heart attacks and cannabis use among young people. Economist Dr. Eric Kam digs into DoorDash's buy-now-pay-later feature. Finally, comedian Natalie Norman chats about a doctor not believing her. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (00:53) Parking lot run-over (03:28) Thief swallows earrings (07:08) pigeon birth control (09:59) Noah Cappe pt. 1 (19:59) Noah Cappe pt. 2 (29:59) Dr. Dan Sameoto & Dr. Vivian Mushahwar (39:49) Dr. Caroline Ran (49:49) Dr. Ahmed Mahmoud (59:49) Dr. Eric Kam (1:09:49) Natalie Norma

David gives a cat update and reads some listener texts. Our top stories: Zombie deer disease (sorry, scientists); and Pirate's Booty founder takes over village. Dr. David Samson – a rebel in studying sleep – explains that we might be on the verge of a sleep enlightenment. Microbiome researcher Dr. Sean Gibbons tells you what your poop schedule says about your health. David interviews Wilder "The Bone Guy" Duncan about an interaction they had at a party, and what it's like to be a skeletal specialist and taxidermist. Astrophysicist Dr. Jesse Rogerson shares why satellites are a problem for astronomers and how we might find aliens by sniffing for their flatulence. (Check out Jesse's book Daydreaming in the Solar System here.) Finally, Dr. Eva Oberle outlines how youth are not exercising enough in British Columbia. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:57) Zombie deer disease (05:26) Pirate's Booty takeover (09:59) Dr. David Samson (19:59) Dr. Sean Gibbons (29:59) Wilder Duncan pt. 1 (39:49) Wilder Duncan pt

David covers a fake dentist arrest and wishes everyone a National Alien Abduction Day. Dr. Daniela Pirani and Dr. Vera Hoelscher reveal why women seldom propose to men – and what happens when they do. Tech expert Carmi Levy joins the show for It's Time For Technology Time and covers these stories: Apple's upcoming live translation Airpod feature; Google acquiring cybersecurity firm Wiz; and Hollywood rallying against AI companies. Psychology PhD student Vasileia Karasavva explains that ADHD misinformation runs rampant on TikTok. Dr. Caroline Taylor shares her study connecting kids' kindness and fish. Comedian Natasha Vinik and David go over some click bait. Finally, Dr. Erica Pensini gives us the latest in slime science. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:56) Fake dentist arrest (05:02) National Alien Abduction Day (09:59) Dr. Daniela Pirani & Dr. Vera Hoelscher (19:59) Carmi Levy pt. 1 (29:59) Carmi Levy pt. 2 (39:49) Vasileia Karasavva (49:49) Dr. Caroline Taylor (59:49) Natasha Vinik (1:09:49) Dr

David gives a cat update then covers top stories: Pilot rehired after cocaine-related dismissal; and Golden toilet thieves found guilty. Oxford professor Suzannah Williams explains the "poo zoo" and how dung could be used in animal conservation. On Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday, Gary Direnfeld and David tackle the topic of loneliness. Georgia Huntley shares her experiences creating speed-friending meetups. Neuroscientist Laura Elin Pigott outlines why you can't stop scrolling and how social media rewires your brain. Then, it's Brian Windrope on how he got his county to declare loneliness a public health crisis. Finally David dives into the weird world of animal psychic mediums with J. Morgan Saifer. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:25) Cocaine pilot rehired (06:02) Golden toilet thieves guilty (09:59) Prof. Suzannah Williams (19:59) Gary Direnfeld pt. 1 (29:59) Gary Direnfeld pt. 2 (39:49) Georgia Huntley (49:49) Laura Elin Pigott (59:49) Brian Windrope (1:09:49) J. Morgan Saifer (1:19:11) Sig

David talks about his cat and covers comedian Matt Puzhitsky's idea for Canada's secret weapon. The Donut Daddy (Anthony Randello-Jahn) explains what it's like being a sexy pastry influencer. Dr. Lee Kuhnle on Conspiracy Corner goes over conspiracies for obedience and control. (Check out Lee's podcast here.) On Sex, Et Cetera, Samantha Bitty and David discuss when "types" are fine or problematic. (Check out Samantha's podcast here.) Buzzfeed's Megan Liscomb lists common résumé mistakes. Dr. Vanessa Lapointe outlines behaviors of parents who raise rebellious kids. Finally, Débora Constantino tells David how blue light exposure can improve (or ruin) sleep. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:59) Matt Puzhitsky on Canada's Secret Weapon (09:59) The Donut Daddy (19:59) Dr. Lee Kuhnle pt. 1 (29:59) Dr. Lee Kuhnle pt. 1 (39:49) Samantha Bitty (49:49) Megan Liscomb (59:49) Dr. Vanessa Lapointe (1:09:49) Débora Constantino (1:18:52) Sign-off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Lear

David talks about his appearance on Global's The Morning Show, then covers stories: Everyone's getting dumber; and Giant German school graffiti. Neuroscientist Dr. Ganesh Babulal explains how AI can detect depression by analyzing your driving. TV host Noah Cappe goes into the strange Antikythera mechanism and more on Noah vs. The Unknown. For Pop Cultured, Like Fungus, media personality Caitlin Green discusses The White House turning into a golden gilded gallery, office workers logging shorter work days, and what one person did in an interview when asked them if they'd work unpaid overtime. (Check out Caitlin on The Jan Arden Podcast here.) Mike Shekhtman gives an overview of Gen Z workplace demands. Finally, we have Dr. Sarah Dermody going over her research into how couples fight. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:59) Everyone's getting dumber (05:53) German school graffiti (09:59) Dr. Ganesh Babulal (19:59) Noah Cappe pt. 1 (29:59) Noah Cappe pt. 2 (39:49) Caitlin Green pt.1 (49:49) Caitlin Green p

After wishing everyone a happy Pi Day (3/14), David shares the news that lack of sleep leads to belief in conspiracy theories. (Note that e Day is on February 71st – a recurring theme.) Sexual communication scholar Dr. Chelsea Reynolds explains the Internet's obsession with sexy chefs. Astrophysicist and astrobiologist Dr. Sarah Rugheimer reveals the evidence of ancient sandy beaches found on Mars. After that, it's breaking snooze live from the snooze room with Dr. David Greenberg who discusses World Sleep Day and "sleepmaxxing". Veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford describes how we can tell if our dogs are mad at us, and why cats make the weird cat face. (Check out Dr. Cliff's podcast here.) Sex therapist Dr. Xtine Milrod and David chat about how erotic webcam viewers experience conflicting emotions and ethical tensions. Toronto-based comedian Natalie Norman overshares in answering the question: What to do when your boyfriend has a girlfriend? Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:59) Happy Pi Day (05:28) Bad Slee

David's top stories: Wombat crime; and Toxic slushies. Carmi Levy joins the show for It's Time For Technology Time. Carmi reports on flying cars, a robot vacuum's uncertain future, Twitter/X going down, and more. Jason "The Germ Guy" Tetro shares details about a murder-plotting chatbot gone off the rails. Then, its' associate professor Alex Jensen on who your parent's favorite child is. Junwen Hu shares his research on why your friends may be better for your mental health than your partner. Ewa Miedzobrodzka relates self-control on apps to your sleep hygiene. (David – yet again – claims plugging your phone away from bed is the best thing since sliced bread.) Finally, Dr. Megan Earle discusses landlord discrimination. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:53) Wombat crime (06:03) Toxic slushies (09:59) Carmi Levy pt. 1 (19:59) Carmi Levy pt. 2 (29:59) Jason Tetro (39:49) Alex Jenson (49:49) Junwen Hu (59:49) Ewa Miedzobrodzka (1:09:49) Dr. Megan Earle (1:18:53) Sign-off Hosted on Acast. See acast.co

David opens with top travel stories: Demon on a plane; and Man with a turtle in his pants. Radio host Ben Mulroney discusses the human side of the current trade war. Therapist Gary Direnfeld joins the show for Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday. David and Gary have a heartfelt chat about people who are going through "it" (having a tough time). Mia Radovanovic shares her results that people-pleasing is linked to gender differences in problem-solving. Dr. Allison Foilb explains how sleep disruption can help with unpleasant memories. Future of work expert Nirit Cohen describes how to reinvent your career. Finally, Dwight Corcoran chats about 3D-printed houses. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:19) Demon on plane (06:11) Turtle in pants (09:59) Ben Mulroney (19:59) Gary Direnfeld pt. 1 (29:59) Gary Direnfeld pt. 2 (39:49) Mia Radovanovic (49:49) Dr. Allison Foilb (59:49) Nirit Cohen (1:09:49) Dwight Corcoran (1:18:50) Sign-off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more abo

David opens with top stories: An $88,000 Cheeto; and Cross-border egg smuggling. A legend in the art world, accountant Jamie Lee Matthias describes what it's like being the world's worst artist. Conspiracy theory expert Nathan Radke joins the show for Conspiracy Corner and outlines the ingredients for authoritarian stew. (Check out Nathan's podcast The Uncover Up here.) Professor Randall Hansen explains what happened with the unexploded ordinance under a Paris train station. Dr. Harriet de Wit answers David's questions as to whether drinking together is more fun. Sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty joins the show for Sex, Et Cetera and goes over the do's, don’ts, and the what-on-earth-were-you-thinking's of dating apps. Finally, cybersecurity expert Francis Syms and David discuss dystopian ways people are using AI: as therapists, and to create a fake you. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:54) $88,000 Cheeto (05:31) Cross-border egg smuggling (09:59) Jamie Lee Matthias (19:59) Nathan Radke