Interesting Things with JC #1169: "How Language Connects Us" - Language is more than words—it’s the thread that connects humanity. From Proto-Indo-European roots to ancient scripts, discover how our words preserve shared values, link cultures, and echo across generations.

Interesting Things with JC #1168: "Presidential Inaugurations in the Rotunda" - The U.S. Capitol Rotunda has hosted only five presidential inaugurations, each under extraordinary circumstances. From Monroe’s rainy day to Trump in 2025, uncover the stories behind these historic events.

Interesting Things with JC #1167: "AI and Gut Bacteria" - Discover the groundbreaking fusion of AI and gut bacteria that's boosting immunity, fighting infections, and transforming cancer treatments. This is the future of medicine.

Interesting Things with JC #1166: "Humans are The Only Species with a Chin" – Humans are unique in countless ways, but did you know our chins make us one of a kind in the animal kingdom? Discover why this small facial feature evolved and how it sets us apart from every other species on Earth.

Interesting Things with JC #1165: "WW2 German Escape Myths" - Were Nazis hiding in plain sight in Argentina? Did Antarctica hold dark secrets from the Third Reich? This gripping episode unveils the scandals, conspiracies, and moral dilemmas of a world grappling with the aftermath of WW2.

Interesting Things with JC #1164: "David Attenborough's Life on Earth Premieres" – January 16, 1979, marked the debut of "Life on Earth" a series that redefined nature documentaries worldwide.

Interesting Things with JC #1163: "AI in IVF" – Can AI deliver miracles? Learn about the woman who achieved a “miracle pregnancy” through AI-enhanced IVF after years of heartbreak. Learn how this tech is reshaping fertility treatments and bringing hope to countless families.

Interesting Things with JC #1162: "mRNA Cancer Vaccine" – Russia has unveiled an mRNA-based cancer vaccine designed to be free and personalized for patients. This bold claim has raised hopes—and skepticism. Learn about the science, the challenges, and what makes this potential breakthrough so intriguing.

Interesting Things with JC #1161: "What Are Ivermectin and Fenbendazole?" – Discover how two everyday antiparasitic drugs are making waves in cancer research. With the potential to boost immunity and halt cancer growth, could these medications be the breakthrough we've been waiting for?

Interesting Things with JC #1159: "Circadian Rhythm and Inflammation" - Explore the fascinating connection between your body’s circadian clock and inflammation. This episode reveals how the timing of immune responses could revolutionize treatments for chronic diseases like arthritis.

Interesting Things with JC #1158: "Ambivalence - The Push and Pull of Human Emotions" – Explore the thrilling tension of opposing emotions and find strength in the complexity.

Interesting Things with JC #1157: "SuperAlignment" – As artificial intelligence advances, how do we ensure it works in humanity's best interest? This episode exposes the concept of superalignment, the challenges of aligning AI with human values, and the global efforts to make advanced AI safe and ethical.

Interesting Things with JC #1156: "Erik the Red - A Legacy of Exploration and Connection" - Turning exile into conquest, while founding Greenland, and forging a path for Norse exploration.

Interesting Things with JC #1155: "The Scent of Apples Eases Claustrophobia" – Trapped in fear? Unlock the surprising power of apples to bring calm in confined spaces. A quick listen could change how you see anxiety forever.

Interesting Things with JC #1154: "Pronoia" - Is the world secretly on your side? Discover the electrifying concept of pronoia and how it might transform your outlook on life.

Interesting Things with JC #1153: "The Law of Large Numbers" - From Bernoulli’s 17th-century insights to today’s casinos, see how this law reveals order in chaos. This episode was inspired by John C. Dvorak.

Interesting Things with JC #1152: "Antikythera Mechanism" – Hidden for centuries in a shipwreck, this 2,000-year-old device could predict eclipses, track planets, and model the heavens. The Antikythera Mechanism showcases a level of innovation that reshaped our understanding of ancient Greek science.

Interesting Things with JC #1151: "Derinkuyu Turkey" – Journey into Cappadocia’s underground city that sheltered 20,000 people. Discover its advanced engineering, hidden networks, and the mystery of why most of it remains unexplored!

Interesting Things with JC #1150: "Second Sleep" – What if waking up at night wasn’t insomnia, but a link to an ancient rhythm? Long before electric lights, humanity followed two distinct phases of sleep. Discover how this practice shaped cultures and what science reveals about its benefits today.

Interesting Things with JC #1149: "The Hidden Language of the Brain: Intrinsic Traveling Waves"

Did you know your brain has its own hidden ripples that shape how you experience the world?

In this episode, we dive into the groundbreaking research on intrinsic traveling waves—patterns of neural activity that prime your senses and may hold the key to new therapies for neurological disorders.

This episode was inspired by “AJ”

Ref: Davis ZW, Busch A, Steward C, Muller L, Reynolds J. Horizontal cortical connections shape intrinsic traveling waves into feature-selective motifs that regulate perceptual sensitivity. Cell Rep. 2024 Sep 24;43(9):114707. doi: 10.1016/j.celrep.2024.114707. Epub 2024 Sep 6. PMID: 39243374; PMCID: PMC11485754.