Latest Episode
Meet the Hosts
How It Works
#4370: Why Airport Bars Let You Drink Alone
Airport bars are the only place where drinking alone feels normal. Here’s the psychology behind the permission.
#4369: Spycraft Theater: The Art of Fake Counter-Surveillance
A playful guide to performing counter-surveillance theater in hotels and airports — without getting flagged by security.
#4368: Israel's Four Laws: A Democratic Crisis Unfolds
Four laws passed in rapid succession before the Knesset dissolved itself. Can the High Court stop them?
#4367: How to Fake Not Speaking English
Active perception management for elevator strangers, using misdirection across three channels.
#4366: Popcorn at the Protest: Meta-Trolling Shabbat Clashes
Can eating popcorn between two opposing protests be a form of protest itself?
#4365: When ADHD Meds Cause Evening Depression
How to tell if your evening despair is a stimulant crash or actual depression — and what to do about it.
#4364: The Physics of Garbage Chutes and Reusable Liners
Why most reusable bin liner alternatives fail against the physics of a 20-floor garbage chute drop.
#4363: Kosher MREs: Edible or Emergency Only?
Are kosher MREs worth $20? We break down the tech, taste, and better alternatives for your pantry.
#4362: Batteries vs. Wired: Smart Home Security for Renters
Coin cell batteries die silently. Here’s how to wire Zigbee sensors to mains power in a rental apartment.
#4361: LoRa vs ZigBee for a Flood-Prone Basement
Designing a reliable smart home sensor network through concrete floors for a seasonal New England home.