Harry Situation

About Harry Situation

Welcome to Harry Situation - a fact-based podcast where curiosity leads the way. No opinions, no agendas - just real research on the topics shaping our lives. From medicine to media, history to hype, we break it all down so you don’t have to. If you're tired of noise and just want the truth-this is your show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

Harry Rogue

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

11 Jul 2025

Latest episode

26 Dec 2025

Latest episodes

9 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   26 Dec 2025

   The Longest Night: How Christmas Turned Darkness Into Light

   🎄 Christmas isn’t just merry — it’s mysterious. In this special holiday episode of Harry Situation, we’re pulling back the tinsel to explore the strange, hilarious, and surprisingly dark history behind the world’s most beloved holiday — without destroying the magic that keeps it alive. How did a 4th-century bishop become a chimney-crawling gift ninja? Why do “bad kids” get coal — and who thought adding a child-snatching demon named Krampus was a good idea? Why does Iceland warn children about a giant man-eating Yule Cat, while Norway hides brooms on Christmas Eve? How did a 1970s KFC marketing campaign convince an entire country that fried chicken is Christmas dinner? Why do Christmas lights actually make us happier, according to neuroscience? And who were the Magi really — astrologer-priests, early scientists, and the origin of the word magician? We explore how Christmas evolved from ancient winter survival rituals and Roman Saturnalia into a global cultural phenomenon — blending folklore, faith, fear, generosity, advertising, and science. Along the way, we uncover why Santa wasn’t invented by Coca-Cola (but was definitely standardized), why goats pulled divine chariots before reindeer took over (yes, even Thor agrees), and how reindeer can literally see ultraviolet light, making them nature’s most underrated Christmas miracle. Woven throughout the episode are personal reflections on Puerto Rican Christmas traditions, including parrandas, coquito, and extending the celebration all the way to Three Kings Day on January 6th — grass and water left out for camels included — because if Christmas teaches us anything, it’s that a good story is worth stretching into the new year. This episode isn’t about debunking Christmas. It’s about understanding why it works. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon, or wherever you get your podcasts. All sources used are listed below. Sources & References Saint Nicholas & Santa Claus Encyclopaedia Britannica – Saint Nicholas https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Nicholas (https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Nicholas) History Channel – Santa Claus https://www.history.com/articles/santa-claus (https://www.history.com/articles/santa-claus) Crime & Cask – Santa’s American Makeover https://crimeandcask.com/santa-claus-and-his-american-makeover/ (https://crimeandcask.com/santa-claus-and-his-american-makeover/) History Channel – Krampus Legend https://www.history.com/articles/krampus-christmas-legend-origin (https://www.history.com/articles/krampus-christmas-legend-origin) Smithsonian Magazine – Krampus & Christmas Fear https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/krampus-could-come-you-holiday-season-180957438/ (https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/krampus-could-come-you-holiday-season-180957438/) NPR – The Yule Cat of Iceland https://www.npr.org/2023/12/23/1221454825/youve-heard-of-santa-maybe-even-krampus-but-what-about-the-child-eating-yule-cat (https://www.npr.org/2023/12/23/1221454825/youve-heard-of-santa-maybe-even-krampus-but-what-about-the-child-eating-yule-cat) Northeastern University – Why Norway Hides Brooms https://news.northeastern.edu/2018/12/20/these-holiday-traditions-will-surprise-you/ (https://news.northeastern.edu/2018/12/20/these-holiday-traditions-will-surprise-you/) BBC Worklife – Why Japan Eats KFC for Christmas https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20161216-why-japan-celebrates-christmas-with-kfc (https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20161216-why-japan-celebrates-christmas-with-kfc) People Magazine – KFC Christmas in Japan https://people.com/christmas-in-japan-kfc-8766339 (https://people.com/christmas-in-japan-kfc-8766339) Wheel & Cross – History of Santa’s Elves https://wheelandcross.substack.com/p/a-history-of-santas-elves-the-nice (https://wheelandcross.substack.com/p/a-history-of-santas-elves-the-nice) Marvel Comics – Thor’s Goats in Norse Mythology https://www.marvel.com/articles/comics/thors-goats-in-the-comics (https://www.marvel.com/articles/comics/thors-goats-in-the-comics) Popular Science – Reindeer Can See UV Light https://www.popsci.com/environment/reindeer-eyes-uv-light/ (https://www.popsci.com/environment/reindeer-eyes-uv-light/) Fortune Magazine – Seasonal Color Change in Reindeer Eyes https://fortune.com/2023/12/24/what-color-reindeer-eyes-blue-gold-green-study-holiday-season/ (https://fortune.com/2023/12/24/what-color-reindeer-eyes-blue-gold-green-study-holiday-season/) National Geographic – Who Were the Magi? https://www.nationalgeographic.com/culture/article/three-kings-magi-epiphany (https://www.nationalgeographic.com/culture/article/three-kings-magi-epiphany) Time Magazine – History of the Three Wise Men https://time.com/5923009/three-kings-wisemen-history-magi-bible/ (https://time.com/5923009/three-kings-wisemen-history-magi-bible/) Bible Archaeology Report – Who Were the Magi? https://biblearchaeologyreport.com/2022/12/22/who-were-the-magi/ (https://biblearchaeologyreport.com/2022/12/22/who-were-the-magi/) Sky at Night Magazine – What Was the Star of Bethlehem? https://www.skyatnightmagazine.com/space-science/what-was-the-star-of-bethlehem (https://www.skyatnightmagazine.com/space-science/what-was-the-star-of-bethlehem) Hosted on Acast. 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2. 

   20 Dec 2025

   The Udder Truth about Dairy

   🎙️ The Udder Truth About Dairy Milk. Cheese. Yogurt. Butter. Ice cream. Few foods are as comforting, controversial, and capable of starting an argument at brunch as dairy. In this episode of Harry Situation, we take the dairy aisle and turn it into a full-blown investigative adventure. We’re separating fact from fiction, science from myth, and lactose from regret — all with curiosity, comedy, and actual research. We start by going way back — 10,000 years back — to uncover how humans decided milking animals was a good idea in the first place, and how dairy helped early civilizations survive long before expiration dates were a thing. From there, we track how dairy made its way into American culture, why milk consumption dropped while cheese quietly took over, and how technology turned milk from a risky farm gamble into a household staple. Then we get into the stuff your stomach really cares about. What is lactose? Why do 65% of humans struggle to digest it? Is lactose intolerance a modern problem — or just biology doing biology? We break down what lactase actually does, why most adults stop producing it, which cultures tolerate dairy best (and why ancestry matters), and whether you can train your body to handle dairy more effectively… or if lactose-free milk is just doing the digestion for you. We also dig into the A1 vs A2 milk debate — the protein plot twist hiding in your gallon jug. Same nutrients, different protein, very different experiences for some people. Is A2 milk better? Easier to digest? Worth the higher price? Or is it just clever marketing? We break it all down without the hype. And yes… we address the cheese situation. Why is cheese so hard to stop eating? Why does pizza feel emotionally supportive? Turns out cheese activates the same reward centers in the brain as feel-good drugs — and science has receipts. Along the way, we bust myths (no, dairy does NOT cause autism), talk gut health, acne, hormones, and why happy cows really do make better milk — mostly because stress hurts performance, whether you’re a cow or a coworker. By the end of this episode, you’ll know: • Why dairy isn’t universally “good” or “bad” • Why tolerance is personal, cultural, and genetic • Why your body isn’t broken — it’s just honest • And how to choose the milk that fits you without consequences Dairy is complicated. Dairy is chaotic. Dairy is comforting. And like everything on this show, the truth is way more interesting than the myth. 🔗 Sources Used in This Episode (Short Links) • Early history of the American dairy industry (USDA): https://tinyurl.com/usda-dairy-history • A brief history of milk in America: https://www.milwaukeemag.com/brief-history-of-milk (https://www.milwaukeemag.com/brief-history-of-milk) • How U.S. dairy consumption has changed: https://tinyurl.com/usda-dairy-shift • Why dairy matters nutritionally (MyPlate): https://www.myplate.gov/eat-healthy/dairy (https://www.myplate.gov/eat-healthy/dairy) • Is dairy good or bad for you? (Healthline): https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/is-dairy-bad-or-good (https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/is-dairy-bad-or-good) • Dairy & heart health explained (Harvard Health): https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/dairy-health-food-or-health-risk-2019012515849 (https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/dairy-health-food-or-health-risk-2019012515849) • Dairy and heart disease research (Mayo Clinic): https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/dairy-health (https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/dairy-health) • Lactose intolerance explained (Cleveland Clinic): https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/7317-lactose-intolerance (https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/7317-lactose-intolerance?utm_source=chatgpt.com) • Lactose intolerance overview (Johns Hopkins): https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/lactose-intolerance (https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/lactose-intolerance?utm_source=chatgpt.com) • What A2 milk is & how it’s different (EatingWell): https://www.eatingwell.com/article/8032910/a2-milk (https://www.eatingwell.com/article/8032910/a2-milk?utm_source=chatgpt.com) • Cheese activates reward centers (Mount Sinai): https://www.mountsinai.org/about/newsroom/2015/study-reveals-that-cheese-triggers-the-same-part-of-the-brain-as-many-drugs (https://www.mountsinai.org/about/newsroom/2015/study-reveals-that-cheese-triggers-the-same-part-of-the-brain-as-many-drugs) • Fun facts about cows (SPCA): https://spca.bc.ca/news/fun-facts-about-cows (https://spca.bc.ca/news/fun-facts-about-cows) 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple, Amazon, or YouTube 🗣 “Alexa, play Harry Situation Podcast” Stay Curious. Stay Sharp. Keep Rising. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   7 Oct 2025

   Pillow Talk: How Lack of Sleep Can Break Your Heart

   🎧 Episode Title: Sleep: The Science of Shutting Down Podcast: Harry Situation with Harry Rogue Ever wonder why you can’t fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up feeling human? In this episode, Harry Rogue dives deep into the fascinating and often chaotic world of sleep — with humor, science, and stories from years of juggling 5:30 a.m. bottling shifts, 6 a.m. bartending nights, and late-night tour life. Whether you’re an early riser, a night owl, or somewhere in between, this episode explores what really happens when your body powers down — and why it matters more than you think. We’ll answer questions like: How much sleep do we really need? Can you sleep too much? Why do some people wake up tired even after a full night? What’s the healthiest sleep position, and what does yours say about you? How do stress, anxiety, caffeine, and screen time affect your rest? What neurological or emotional triggers are secretly ruining your sleep? How do breakups, racing thoughts, and revenge bedtime procrastination impact sleep? What are common sleep disorders, and when should you see a doctor? And most importantly — how can you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer? Packed with relatable comedy, neuroscience, and practical tips, this episode blends humor with facts from leading sleep researchers and medical sources. Harry explores the science behind circadian rhythms, REM cycles, and the mental mechanics that keep your brain up at 3 a.m. thinking about that one text you shouldn’t have sent. Because here’s the truth: sleep isn’t a luxury — it’s maintenance for the human machine. Adults need 7–9 hours of sleep for optimal health. Less than 6 or more than 9 hours regularly can increase health risks. Stress, caffeine, and screens are your brain’s worst bedtime buddies. Breakups and anxiety disrupt REM — the stage that heals emotions. Better sleep starts with consistency, darkness, cool temperatures, and calm. Utah Neurology – Why At Least Seven Hours of Sleep Is Essential (https://medicine.utah.edu/neurology/news/2023/06/why-at-least-seven-hours-of-sleep-is-essential) Healthline – Stages of Sleep Explained (https://www.healthline.com/health/healthy-sleep/stages-of-sleep) Sleep Foundation – Revenge Bedtime Procrastination (https://www.sleepfoundation.org/sleep-hygiene/revenge-bedtime-procrastination) Cleveland Clinic – When You’re Trying to Sleep but Your Mind Is Racing (https://health.clevelandclinic.org/when-youre-trying-to-sleep-but-your-mind-is-racing-give-these-tactics-a-try) Everyday Health – How to Put a Racing Mind to Bed (https://www.everydayhealth.com/sleep/how-put-racing-mind-bed-sleep-now/) Washington Post – Breakup Insomnia: Why It Happens and How to Cope (https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2025/07/20/breakup-insomnia-help-tips/) Fortune – How the Headspace App Helps You Sleep Better (https://fortune.com/well/article/headspace-app-finding-your-best-sleep/) AdventHealth – The Best Sleeping Positions for GERD (https://www.adventhealth.com/blog/what-are-best-sleeping-positions-gerd) Journal Watch – Body Position and Reflux During Sleep (https://www.jwatch.org/na54649/2022/02/22/gastroesophageal-reflux-and-body-position-during-sleep) Hopkins Medicine – Choosing the Best Sleep Position (https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/choosing-the-best-sleep-position) Today Health – Back vs. Side Sleeping (https://www.today.com/health/sleep/back-vs-side-sleeping-rcna182514) UT Health San Antonio – Too Much Sleep Can Hurt Cognitive Performance (https://news.uthscsa.edu/too-much-sleep-can-hurt-cognitive-performance-especially-for-those-with-depression-ut-health-san-antonio-study-finds-2/) Walker, M. (2021). NPR – Why It’s Essential to Make Time for Sleep (https://www.npr.org/2021/02/05/964209001/matthew-walker-why-is-it-essential-to-make-time-for-sleep) Science – The Gene That Lets You Thrive on 6 Hours of Sleep (https://www.science.org/content/article/genetic-mutation-makes-people-feel-rested-just-6-hours-sleep) BBC Future – Which Is the Best Position to Sleep In? (https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20230811-which-is-the-best-position-to-sleep-in) Zanskar Health – Why Sleeping on the Sofa Is a Bad Idea (https://zanskarhealth.in/blogs/posts/4-reasons-why-it-s-a-bad-idea-to-fall-asleep-on-the-sofa) Mattress Firm – Why You Should Avoid Sleeping on the Couch (https://www.mattressfirm.com/blog/sleep-tips/really-avoid-sleeping-couch) Gallup – Americans Are Sleeping Less and Feeling More Stressed (https://news.gallup.com/poll/642704/americans-sleeping-less-stressed.aspx) Health.com – How to Shut Off Your Brain for Sleep (https://www.health.com/condition/sleep/how-to-shut-off-brain-sleep) “Sleep is the single most effective thing we can do to reset our brain and body health each day.” — Matthew Walker, neuroscientist “You can’t think your way into sleep — you have to relax your way there.” — Cleveland Clinic Sleep Medicine A deep dive into the science of sleep — from why we need it, to what happens when we skip it. Learn how sleep affects your brain, body, emotions, and even heartbreak recovery. Get practical tools to calm your racing mind, improve sleep hygiene, and reclaim your rest. Because when it comes to sleep — it’s not just about closing your eyes. It’s about giving your body permission to reset, restore, and rise ready. 🧠 Key Takeaways:🔬 Featured Research & Resources:💤 Quotes Featured in This Episode:💭 Episode Summary: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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   6 Sept 2025

   Fluoride: Rinse, Spit, Debate - The Fluoride Dilemma

   E6: Fluoride: Rinse, Spit, Debate - The Fluoride Dilemma The most controversial thing in your bathroom isn’t your scale ... it’s your toothpaste. Fluoride is everywhere—your tap water, your toothpaste, and maybe even your political debates. For decades, it’s been praised as a cavity-fighting hero, credited with cutting tooth decay by 25% and saving communities millions (CDC, n.d.; Johns Hopkins, 2024). But newer studies suggest there might be more to the story. Could fluoride also be linked to brain development issues, lower IQ in children, or even brittle bones at high exposures (National Toxicology Program, 2025; Harvard T.H. Chan, 2025; Reuters, 2024)? In this episode, we trace fluoride’s strange journey—from “mottled teeth” in Colorado Springs to the first citywide experiment in Grand Rapids, Michigan (History.com, 2024)—and ask if one of public health’s greatest achievements might also carry hidden costs. With states like Utah banning fluoridation, Florida debating it, and new alternatives like hydroxyapatite toothpaste gaining traction (ScienceDirect, 2024), the future of fluoride has never been murkier. This episode doesn’t settle the argument—it opens the debate. ______________________________________________________________ References: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (n.d.). Community water fluoridation: About fluoridation. https://www.cdc.gov/fluoridation/about/index.html (https://www.cdc.gov/fluoridation/about/index.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Cleveland Clinic. (n.d.). Fluoride: Uses, benefits & side effects. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/11195-fluoride (https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/11195-fluoride?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Gazette. (2024). Oral history: How a Colorado Springs dentist’s discovery paved the way for fluoridation. https://gazette.com/health/oral-history-how-a-colorado-springs-dentists-discovery-paved-the-way-for-nationwide-water-fluoridation/article_a2e600f0-b3db-11ef-a45f-3372aa9dfd96.html (https://gazette.com/health/oral-history-how-a-colorado-springs-dentists-discovery-paved-the-way-for-nationwide-water-fluoridation/article_a2e600f0-b3db-11ef-a45f-3372aa9dfd96.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. (2025). Fluoride and children’s health: A conversation with Grandjean & Choi. https://hsph.harvard.edu/news/fluoride-childrens-health-grandjean-choi/ (https://hsph.harvard.edu/news/fluoride-childrens-health-grandjean-choi/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) History.com Editors. (2024). Why American communities began adding fluoride to water. https://www.history.com/articles/fluoride-water-teeth-health (https://www.history.com/articles/fluoride-water-teeth-health?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. (2024). Why is fluoride in our water?https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/why-is-fluoride-in-our-water (https://publichealth.jhu.edu/2024/why-is-fluoride-in-our-water?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Keck School of Medicine of USC. (2025). Fluoride exposure during pregnancy linked to neurobehavioral problems. https://keck.usc.edu/news/fluoride-exposure-during-pregnancy-linked-to-increased-risk-of-childhood-neurobehavioral-problems-study-finds/ (https://keck.usc.edu/news/fluoride-exposure-during-pregnancy-linked-to-increased-risk-of-childhood-neurobehavioral-problems-study-finds/?utm_source=chatgpt.com) National Toxicology Program. (2025). Systematic review of fluoride exposure and neurodevelopmental and cognitive health effects. https://ntp.niehs.nih.gov/research/assessments/noncancer/completed/fluoride (https://ntp.niehs.nih.gov/research/assessments/noncancer/completed/fluoride?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Reuters. (2024). What is fluoride, why is it added to the U.S. water supply? https://www.reuters.com/world/us/what-is-fluoride-why-is-it-added-us-water-supply-2024-11-25 (https://www.reuters.com/world/us/what-is-fluoride-why-is-it-added-us-water-supply-2024-11-25?utm_source=chatgpt.com) ScienceDirect. (2024). Alternative to fluoride toothpaste succeeds in clinical trial. https://www.technologynetworks.com/drug-discovery/news/alternative-to-fluoride-toothpaste-succeeds-in-clinical-trial-376348 (https://www.technologynetworks.com/drug-discovery/news/alternative-to-fluoride-toothpaste-succeeds-in-clinical-trial-376348?utm_source=chatgpt.com) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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   20 Aug 2025

   Bean There, Brewed That: Sipping Truths About Coffee

   Bean There, Brewed That: Sipping Truths about Coffee dives into the fascinating world of coffee - from its legendary origins in Ethiopia to its survival through world wars, the science of caffeine, global coffee cultures, and how to brew the perfect cup. Facts, myths, health benefits, and a dash of humor - served fresh for curious minds. 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   9 Aug 2025

   Oops, I Forgot: The Science Behind Brain Farts

   In this episode of Harry Situation, we dive deep into the mind to explore the fascinating (and often frustrating) world of memory. Why do we forget the small stuff - like where we put our keys - and sometimes the big stuff- like birthdays? From the impact of age, stress, and sleep deprivation to how our brain prioritizes what it wants to remember, we uncover the science behind it all. We’ll also talk about ways to improve memory, from brain-boosting foods to cognitive exercises, and even the fun of mnemonic devices. Plus, is AI enhancing or erasing our memories? We explore how technology is shaping the future of human cognition. Oh, and just for fun, we take a detour into the world of memory crystals—because, why not? Don’t miss this episode, filled with humor, facts, and a touch of sarcasm, as we explore what happens when your brain says, ‘I forgot.’ Tune in now! References Brown University. (2025, February 24). Working memory. Retrieved from https://www.brown.edu/news/2025-02-24/working-memory (https://www.brown.edu/news/2025-02-24/working-memory) CNN. (2025, June 10). Forgetful? 5 tips to improve your memory and wellness. Retrieved from https://www.cnn.com/2025/06/10/health/forgetful-remembering-better-memory-wellness (https://www.cnn.com/2025/06/10/health/forgetful-remembering-better-memory-wellness) Cornell University. (2022). New study reveals where memory fragments are stored. Retrieved from https://news.weill.cornell.edu (https://news.weill.cornell.edu/) Everyday Health. (2025). Brain exercises for memory. Retrieved from https://www.everydayhealth.com (https://www.everydayhealth.com/) Forbes. (2025). The AI entrepreneur augmenting human memory. Retrieved from https://www.forbes.com (https://www.forbes.com/) Harvard University. (2025). Tracking precisely how learning memories are formed. Harvard Gazette. Retrieved from https://news.harvard.edu (https://news.harvard.edu/) Johns Hopkins Medicine. (2025). Inside the science of memory. Retrieved from https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org (https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/) Journal of Neuroscience. (2025). How the brain links related memories formed close in time. Retrieved from https://www.jneurosci.org/content/45/31/e0158252025 (https://www.jneurosci.org/content/45/31/e0158252025) Medical Xpress. (2025, July). Key neurophysiological mechanism in human memory. Retrieved from https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-07-key-neurophysiological-mechanism-human-memory.html (https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-07-key-neurophysiological-mechanism-human-memory.html) Medical Xpress. (2025, July). Brain ‘silent neurons’ may explain why we forget. Retrieved from https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-07-brain-unattended-neuronal-silent-hypothesis.html (https://medicalxpress.com/news/2025-07-brain-unattended-neuronal-silent-hypothesis.html) Nayanikabiswas. (2025). Engrams: The physical representation of memory in the brain. Retrieved from https://nayanikabiswas.medium.com (https://nayanikabiswas.medium.com/) Smithsonian Magazine. (2025). In case humans go extinct, this memory crystal will store our genome for billions of years. Retrieved from https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/in-case-humans-go-extinct-this-memory-crystal-will-store-our-genome-for-billions-of-years-180985114/ (https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/in-case-humans-go-extinct-this-memory-crystal-will-store-our-genome-for-billions-of-years-180985114/) Time. (2025). Memory issues: Red flags and what they mean. Retrieved from https://time.com/7280005/memory-issues-red-flags/ (https://time.com/7280005/memory-issues-red-flags/) The Atlantic. (2012, December). Amnesia and the self that remains when memory is lost. Retrieved from https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2012/12/amnesia-and-the-self-that-remains-when-memory-is-lost/266662/ (https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2012/12/amnesia-and-the-self-that-remains-when-memory-is-lost/266662/) USA Memory Championship. (2025). Memory competitions and techniques. Retrieved from https://www.usamemorychampionship.com (https://www.usamemorychampionship.com/) WIONews. (2025). 6 ways Elon Musk’s Neuralink could transform humans into superhumans. Retrieved from https://www.wionews.com (https://www.wionews.com/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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   31 Jul 2025

   Fungus Among Us : From Caveman Cures to Cosmic Trips

   Episode 3 – Fungus Among Us From Ötzi the Iceman’s 5,000-year-old mushroom pouch to futuristic fungal tech aboard the International Space Station, this episode of Harry Situation dives into the weird, wild world of mushrooms. Why do some people hate them? What makes them magical? And how are they shaping the future of medicine, space travel, and mental health? Host Harry Rogue unpacks the science, the stigma, and the spongy truth behind fungi. With peer-reviewed facts, a bit of humor, and zero mycologist credentials. Spoiler: mushrooms are way more than pizza toppings. References BBC Earth. (2024). Fungi for the future. https://www.bbcearth.com/news/fungi-for-the-future (https://www.bbcearth.com/news/fungi-for-the-future) Business Insider. (2025). Space nutritionist: Mushrooms as superfood in space. https://www.businessinsider.com/space-nutritionist-mushrooms-superfood-nasa-study-spacex-mars-travel-2025-3 (https://www.businessinsider.com/space-nutritionist-mushrooms-superfood-nasa-study-spacex-mars-travel-2025-3) FactRetriever. (2023). 50 fascinating mushroom facts. https://www.factretriever.com/mushroom-facts (https://www.factretriever.com/mushroom-facts) USU Extension. (n.d.). Why some people dislike mushrooms. https://extension.usu.edu/createbetterhealth/blog/mushrooms (https://extension.usu.edu/createbetterhealth/blog/mushrooms)https://www.factretriever.com/mushroom-facts (https://www.factretriever.com/mushroom-facts) FoodPrint. (n.d.). Mushrooms. https://foodprint.org/real-food/mushrooms/ (https://foodprint.org/real-food/mushrooms/) GlowHub. (2024). 11 of the wildest mushroom facts you'll ever hear. https://glowhub.com/blogs/news/11-of-the-wildest-mushroom-facts-you-ll-ever-hear (https://glowhub.com/blogs/news/11-of-the-wildest-mushroom-facts-you-ll-ever-hear) Justice.gov. (2003). Psilocybin. National Drug Intelligence Center. https://www.justice.gov/archive/ndic/pubs6/6038/index.htm (https://www.justice.gov/archive/ndic/pubs6/6038/index.htm) JRE #2347. (2024). The Joe Rogan Experience [Podcast episode]. Spotify. https://open.spotify.com/episode/075arN1YTBWleB5cub5KVT (https://open.spotify.com/episode/075arN1YTBWleB5cub5KVT) National Forests. (n.d.). Fun facts about mushrooms. https://www.nationalforests.org/blog/fun-facts-about-mushrooms (https://www.nationalforests.org/blog/fun-facts-about-mushrooms) Nature. (2020). Nutritional and medicinal value of mushrooms. Scientific Reports, 10, Article 59282. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-020-59282-y (https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-020-59282-y) NPR. (2024). Drug busts of 'magic mushrooms' went way up in recent years. https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/02/06/1229298615/psilocybin-magic-mushrooms-drug-bust (https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/02/06/1229298615/psilocybin-magic-mushrooms-drug-bust) NorthSpore. (2024). How fungi can support life in space. https://northspore.com/blogs/the-black-trumpet/how-fungi-can-support-life-in-space (https://northspore.com/blogs/the-black-trumpet/how-fungi-can-support-life-in-space) OneEarth. (2024). The future is fungi. https://www.oneearth.org/the-future-is-fungi/ (https://www.oneearth.org/the-future-is-fungi/) RAND Corporation. (2024). Magic mushrooms and policy: Latest research on psychedelics. https://www.rand.org/news/press/2024/06/27.html (https://www.rand.org/news/press/2024/06/27.html) Scientific American. (2024). 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Iceman’s mushrooms key in understanding ancient medicine. https://www.seacoastonline.com/story/lifestyle/2009/02/11/iceman-s-mushrooms-key-in/52100922007/ (https://www.seacoastonline.com/story/lifestyle/2009/02/11/iceman-s-mushrooms-key-in/52100922007/) StoneAgeMan. (n.d.). Hoof Fungus and the Iceman. https://stoneageman.com/hoof-fungus/ (https://stoneageman.com/hoof-fungus/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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   21 Jul 2025

   Lost Footprints of White Sands National Park

   Episode 2: The Lost Footprints of White Sands 👣 23,000-year-old human footprints in New Mexico might rewrite everything we thought we knew about the first Americans. Who were they? How did we miss them? And what does it mean for the Clovis theory? Listen now and walk through history ... one muddy footprint at a time. APA References – Episode 2 Bennett, M. R., Bustos, D., Pigati, J. S., Springer, G. S., Urban, T. M., Holliday, V. T., ... & Shillito, L. M. (2023). Evidence of humans in North America during the Last Glacial Maximum. Science, 373(6553), 1528–1531. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.abg7586 Discover Magazine. (2023, October 6). White Sands Footprints Confirmed as the Oldest Evidence of Humans in the Americas. https://www.discovermagazine.com/the-sciences/white-sands-footprints-confirmed-as-the-oldest-evidence-of-humans-in-the (https://www.discovermagazine.com/the-sciences/white-sands-footprints-confirmed-as-the-oldest-evidence-of-humans-in-the) National Geographic Society. (n.d.). Bering Land Bridge. https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/bering-land-bridge/ (https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/bering-land-bridge/) National Park Service. (n.d.). Footprints at White Sands National Park. https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/footprints-at-white-sands.htm Sci.News. (2023, October 6). Human Footprints from White Sands Date to the Last Glacial Maximum. https://www.sci.news/archaeology/white-sands-footprints-14012.html (https://www.sci.news/archaeology/white-sands-footprints-14012.html) Smithsonian Magazine. (2023). These Ancient Footprints May Be the Oldest Evidence of Humans in the Americas. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/these-ancient-footprints-may-be-the-oldest-evidence-of-humans-in-the-americas-180978678/ University of Arizona News. (2023, October 5). Earliest Evidence of Humans in the Americas Confirmed by New UArizona Study. https://news.arizona.edu/news/earliest-evidence-humans-americas-confirmed-new-u-study (https://news.arizona.edu/news/earliest-evidence-humans-americas-confirmed-new-u-study) Yahoo News. (2023, October 7). Recent Study Supports Dates of Early Human Footprints Found in New Mexico. https://www.yahoo.com/news/recent-study-supports-dates-early-040000546.html (https://www.yahoo.com/news/recent-study-supports-dates-early-040000546.html) School for Advanced Research (SAR). (2023). Oldest Footprints in America? https://sarweb.org/blog-oldest-footprints-in-america/ (https://sarweb.org/blog-oldest-footprints-in-america/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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   11 Jul 2025

   A Monster Created Ozempic – The Truth Behind the Hype

   Episode 1: A Monster Created Ozempic – The Truth Behind the Hype The podcast where we unpack the what, how, and why behind the headlines—and today, we’re taking a closer look at a drug that’s sparked headlines, debates, and a whole lot of interest: Ozempic. This podcast isn’t pro-Ozempic or anti-Ozempic. I’m not here to promote it, criticize it, or sell it to your uncle on Facebook. I’m also not a doctor, a pharmacist, or an Ozempic user. I’m just a curious mind—and my research team and I are here to provide well-researched, fact-based information so you can form your own opinion. References Avampato, C. (2023, May 10). A monster created Ozempic. Medium. https://christaavampato.medium.com/a-monster-created-ozempic-961583a5ffe9 (https://christaavampato.medium.com/a-monster-created-ozempic-961583a5ffe9) Baptist Health. (2023, October 4). Risks of taking Ozempic for weight loss. https://www.baptisthealth.com/blog/health-and-wellness/risks-of-taking-ozempic-for-weight-loss (https://www.baptisthealth.com/blog/health-and-wellness/risks-of-taking-ozempic-for-weight-loss) BioSpace. (2023, October 19). Sen. Sanders says generics companies can make & sell Ozempic for less than $100 a month. https://www.biospace.com/policy/sanders-says-generics-companies-can-make-sell-ozempic-for-less-than-100-a-month (https://www.biospace.com/policy/sanders-says-generics-companies-can-make-sell-ozempic-for-less-than-100-a-month) Bryant University. (2024, January 26). Ozempic: Weight loss miracle drug or too good to be true?. https://news.bryant.edu/ozempic-weight-loss-miracle-drug-or-too-good-be-true (https://news.bryant.edu/ozempic-weight-loss-miracle-drug-or-too-good-be-true) Columbia Surgery. (n.d.). The Ozempic effect: Everything you need to know about medical weight loss. https://columbiasurgery.org/news/ozempic-effect-everything-you-need-know-about-medical-weight-loss (https://columbiasurgery.org/news/ozempic-effect-everything-you-need-know-about-medical-weight-loss) Diabetes UK. (n.d.). How does Ozempic work?. https://www.diabetes.org.uk/about-diabetes/looking-after-diabetes/treatments/tablets-and-medication/glp-1/semaglutide/ozempic (https://www.diabetes.org.uk/about-diabetes/looking-after-diabetes/treatments/tablets-and-medication/glp-1/semaglutide/ozempic) Everyday Health. (2024, March 1). 13 celebrities who have spoken out about taking GLP-1s. https://www.everydayhealth.com/weight/13-celebrities-who-have-spoken-out-about-taking-glp-1s/ (https://www.everydayhealth.com/weight/13-celebrities-who-have-spoken-out-about-taking-glp-1s/) GoodRx. (n.d.-a). Ozempic (semaglutide) - Uses, side effects, and more. https://www.goodrx.com/ozempic (https://www.goodrx.com/ozempic) GoodRx. (n.d.-b). How to save on Ozempic. https://www.goodrx.com/ozempic/how-to-save-on-ozempic (https://www.goodrx.com/ozempic/how-to-save-on-ozempic) Healthline. (2024, February 15). Ozempic: Cost, ways to save, and more. https://www.healthline.com/health/drugs/ozempic-cost (https://www.healthline.com/health/drugs/ozempic-cost) Meyersohn, N. (2024, January 31). Celebrities on Ozempic and Wegovy: What they've said. People. https://people.com/celebrities-ozempic-wegovy-what-theyve-said-7104926 (https://people.com/celebrities-ozempic-wegovy-what-theyve-said-7104926) Mordor Intelligence. (2024). Ozempic market - Size & share analysis. https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/ozempic-market (https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/ozempic-market) Sloss, M. (2024, February 8). 22 celebrities who’ve admitted or denied using Ozempic. BuzzFeed. https://www.buzzfeed.com/morgansloss1/celebrities-admitted-or-denied-ozempic-use (https://www.buzzfeed.com/morgansloss1/celebrities-admitted-or-denied-ozempic-use) Today. (2024, January 31). Celebrities on Ozempic: What stars are saying about taking GLP-1s. TODAY. https://www.today.com/health/celebrities-on-ozempic-rcna129740 (https://www.today.com/health/celebrities-on-ozempic-rcna129740) WebMD. (n.d.). Ozempic side effects: Common, severe, long term. https://www.webmd.com/obesity/ozempic-side-effects (https://www.webmd.com/obesity/ozempic-side-effects) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

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