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 – How Memory Really Works

Memory feels dependable — we rely on it to tell the story of our lives. But the truth is, memory

1335 How Real Optimists Think & Butter Secrets Most People Miss

When was the last time you sighed? Probably not that long ago. We tend to think of sighing as something

1334 Should You Stay or Leave? & Songs That Changed Music History – SYSK Choice

A simple trip to get your hair cut can instantly make you look years younger — and it may have

1333 Are You Revealing Too Much or Not Enough? & How We Absorb Technology

How you think about getting older might be more powerful than you realize. Scientists have uncovered an unexpected connection between

Bonus: SYSK TRENDING – A Better Approach to Decision Making

We spend a surprising amount of mental energy agonizing over decisions that ultimately don’t matter very much — what to

1332 How Your Beliefs Drive Success & The Science Behind Keeping Your Brain Sharp

The average American unknowingly throws away up to $1,500 a year — and it’s happening right in your own kitchen.

1331 The Art of Conflict & The Surprising Power of Swearing-SYSK Choice

Most of us have taken a hit to the head at some point — a fall, a collision, a stray

1330 The Science of Dreaming & Simple Rules That Could Add Years to Your Life

Walk into a meeting room, classroom, or even your own living room, and chances are you’ll sit in the same

Bonus: SYSK TRENDING – How to Successfully Pursue Happiness

What does it really mean to be happy? Even the happiest people aren’t happy all the time. Maybe happiness isn’t

1329 Why So Many People Have Allergies & Why You Keep Doing Things You Shouldn’t

Sometimes a great idea doesn’t come from thinking harder — but from shifting your body. Research suggests that posture can

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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