The Quiet Ideas That Change The Way
You See The World

A four-times-a-week interview podcast with Mike Carruthers, featuring rigorous conversations with scientists, researchers, and storytellers about the small facts hiding in plain sight.

Episodes

SYSK TRENDING – The Extraordinary Benefits of Watching Sports

With all of the recent excitement surrounding the NBA & Stanley Cup finals and the World Cup you might wonder

1380 How GPS Quietly Runs the World & When Illness Has No Obvious Cause

Ever notice when you hear someone talking on the phone nearby it’s hard not to listen? You are only hearing

1379 How to Avoid Life’s Biggest Regrets & The Meaning of Swear Words – SYSK Choice

A great burger looks simple—but barbecue experts know there is a surprising amount of science and technique behind getting it

1378 Surprising Factors That Influence What You Buy & The Strange Story of Ice

Why do mosquitoes seem to love some people and completely ignore others? It isn’t your imagination. Researchers have identified several

SYSK TRENDING – The Power of Scarcity

Have you ever bought something because it was “almost sold out” or because a sale was ending at midnight? If

1377 Is Marriage Dying? & How Top Performers Build Confidence

Most people have heard of the “dark web,” but what exactly is it? Is it really a hidden corner of

1376 How Your Refrigerator Changed Human History & The Surprising Purpose of Volcanoes-SYSK Choice

Most arguments seem to be about just one thing: money, chores, politics, parenting, work, or whatever sparked the disagreement. But

1375 The Magical Appeal of Bacon & How Your Emotions Cost You Money

When you visit a doctor, you assume the diagnosis and treatment will be based entirely on your symptoms and medical

SYSK TRENDING – How to Make Yourself Smarter

What if becoming smarter had less to do with intelligence and more to do with a handful of everyday habits?

1374 Should You Fear the Sun? & Is There Anything to Astrology?

Most parents think the key to getting kids to eat healthy food is explaining why it’s healthy. Unfortunately, research suggests

There’s Always
More to Know

Sometimes the most interesting things are the ones hiding in plain sight. We talk with people who know their stuff and uncover fascinating ideas, surprising discoveries and useful information you can put to work in your own life.
“One of the smartest and most consistently interesting podcasts you’ll find.”
— Hosted by Mike Carruthers · Produced by DrewCast Media

Curious? Good.
So Are We.

Over 20 years ago, Mike Carruthers created “Something You Should Know” as a short-form radio feature, syndicated to hundreds of radio stations around the US and Canada. The podcast is still going strong on the same home. After 1,575 episodes of the feature, Mike created the long-form podcast version.
“One of the smartest and most consistently interesting podcasts you’ll find.”

— Hosted by Mike Carruthers · Produced by DrewCast Media

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