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Science Vs
Science VsShould You Eat Like A Caveman? Plus — 10 Years of Science Vs!Today, we’re celebrating 10 years of Science Vs with … science! We’ll tell you all about the so-called orgasm gap, the incorrect idea that vaccines are linked to autism, and the incorrect idea that ivermectin helps with Covid-19. We’ll also cover the Paleo Diet — this was the first EVER episode of Science Vs. And you’ll hear one of the greatest moments in Science Vs history. THANK YOU for listening! Find our transcript here: https://bit.ly/ScienceVs10 (00:00) We’re celebrating 10 years of Science Vs! (04:10) Our peer-reviewed paper on the “orgasm gap” (10:13) Vacc...
2025-11-2741 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshYoga Sesh TransitionI have an update for you. I am changing the way I am hosting Yoga Sesh and I am going to bring new content to the podcast! Please be patient, it may take a little while for me to move through this transition. THE BIG THING YOU NEED TO KNOW IS THAT THE PRIMARY WAY TO LISTEN TO YOGA SESH MOVING FORWARD WILL BE ON SPOTIFY. I am not sure if it's going to exist on other platforms and I hope we don't lose each other! RIGHT NOW, FOLLOW YOGA SESH PODCAST ON SPOTIFY. You will see the usual...
2024-12-0301 minScience Vs
Science VsIntermittent Fasting: Hungry for Facts?Fasting diets are going bonkers right now — some tech bros are down to one meal a day! And health-fluencers claim that intermittent fasting can help you lose weight, live longer and even fight cancer. But meanwhile, recent headlines are screaming that these diets might actually be dangerous — and linked to death from heart disease. Can science sort this all out?? We speak to nutrition researchers Dr. Krista Varady and Dr. Courtney Peterson, as well as cancer researcher Professor Valter Longo. Mental health and disordered eating resources are here: spotify.com/resources Fin...
2024-03-2833 minScience Vs
Science VsVaping: Is It Really That Bad?More and more people are puffing on vapes — but some governments are making moves to ban them. So how dangerous is vaping, really? And as we inhale that sweet cherry flavor into our lungs, could we also be changing our brains? To find out, we talk to tobacco researcher Dr. Michael Chaiton, inhalation toxicologist Professor Ilona Jaspers, and pharmacology researcher Melissa Herman.Find our transcript here: https://bit.ly/ScienceVsVaping In this episode, we cover:(00:00) The fears around vaping(03:41) Could vaping make you sick?...
2023-09-2141 minScience Vs
Science VsThe Best Ever Episode of Science VsThis week – our episode that you voted as our BEST wild card episode!! You’ll have to listen to find out what it is. Find our transcript here: https://bit.ly/SVBestEverEpIn this episode talk to Brie Smith, Micah Truman, Katrina Spade and Thomas Bass. This episode was produced by Blythe Terrell and Wendy Zukerman, with help from Meryl Horn, Michelle Dang, Rose Rimler, Courtney Gilbert and Disha Bhagat. Were edited by Blythe Terrell and Caitlin Kenney. Fact checking by Eva Dasher. Mix and so...
2023-08-2444 minScience Vs
Science VsExercise: Your Favorite Wellness Episode!Here’s the episode you voted as our best wellness episode: Exercise! Lots of people hit the gym to shed unwanted pounds, but they don’t always see results on the scale. We tackle the power of exercise and why you should bother. We speak with obesity expert Dr. Yoni Freedhoff, psychiatrist Dr. Gary Cooney, neuroscientist Prof. Wendy Suzuki and urologist Dr. Stacey Kenfield.Find our transcript here: https://bit.ly/SVFavWellnessEpThis episode was produced by Wendy Zukerman, with help from Meryl Horn, Rose Rimler and Lexi Krupp. Our...
2023-08-1031 minScience Vs
Science VsDid We Predict the Pandemic?Just two months before Covid-19 broke out, we made a fictional pandemic episode that was like “Contagion” but with citations. And we played it for Dr. Anthony Fauci. Today, we’re looking back at that episode and asking — how much of the pandemic did we predict? This episode has some unbleeped curse words. Find our transcript here: https://bit.ly/ScienceVsPandemicIn this episode, we cover:(00:00) Chapter One: Why we’re sharing this episode(03:42) Chapter Two: Meet Dr. Anthony Fauci(07:10...
2023-05-1149 minScience Vs
Science VsAlcohol: Time to Put a Cork in It?For decades we’ve been yanked around over alcohol: one day it’s actually good for us, the next day it’s a killer. And recently there’ve been reports that even a little bit of booze is bad for you overall. We first looked into this back in 2019, and since then the research has evolved faster than a nanobrewery’s tap list. So today we’re diving back into the science to find out: is just a bit of alcohol dangerous? We talk to epidemiologist and nutritionist Prof. Eric Rimm, psychologist Prof. Tim Stockwell, cancer researcher Dr. Susan Gapstur, and...
2023-03-3032 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshMeditation: Mindfulness of LightA guided meditation cultivating mindfulness of light. 12-minutes with a short intro and outro. Revisit often.
2022-12-2214 minScience Vs
Science VsAdderall: What's It Doing to Your Brain?There’s an Adderall shortage across the U.S., and it’s causing huge problems for people with ADHD. But on the flip side, we hear people saying that we shouldn’t be giving this drug out anyway. So we wanted to know: What is Adderall, exactly? What is it doing in people’s brains? And is there any truth to this idea that Adderall is like meth — could it be dangerous? We talk to psychiatrist Prof. Rachel Fargason, neuroscientist Prof. Habibeh Khoshbouei, and actor Kai Liu.If you or someone you love is struggling...
2022-12-0930 minScience Vs
Science VsHypnosis: Does It Really Work?What is hypnosis? Is it mind control? Are some people just faking? We’re revisiting this episode in which we explore the science of hypnosis and take Science Vs to the edge of consciousness. In the service of journalism, Wendy tries to get hypnotized at a comedy club and in a doctor’s office. We talk to comedian Jim Spinnato, Prof. Philip Muskin, Prof. Amanda Barnier, and Prof. Amir Raz. Find our transcript here: bit.ly/sciencevshypnosis This episode was produced by Heather Rogers, Michelle Dang and Wendy Zukerman, with h...
2022-11-1736 minScience Vs
Science VsDeodorant: Is It Dangerous?Today, we’re diving into your armpits! We’ll find out why some of us are so freaking smelly. And then we’re asking: Are deodorants and antiperspirants safe, or should we ditch our sticks? We’ll talk to microbiologist Professor Gavin H Thomas, microbiologist Research Associate Professor Julie Horvath, epidemiologist Associate Professor Hanno Ulmer, and epidemiologist Professor Julia Knight. Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/sciencevsdeodorant This episode was produced by Meryl Horn, with help from Michelle Dang, Disha Bhagat, Rose Rimler, Courtney Gilbert, and Wendy Zu...
2022-11-1031 minScience Vs
Science VsThe Male Pill: When Is It Coming?A male birth control pill has been this big tease for decades. And today, with the overturning of Roe v. Wade … a male pill might matter more than ever. So we’re grabbing science by the balls to find out – where is it? Will it ever get to the shelves? We talk to physicians Prof. John Amory and Dr. Brian Nguyen. Find our transcript here: https://bit.ly/3zq9dcqThis episode was produced by Michelle Dang, with help from Disha Bhagat, Rose Rimler and Meryl Horn. We’re edited by...
2022-11-0327 minScience Vs
Science VsThe Mystery of the Man Who Died TwiceA dead body turns up with a stolen identity. We tell the story of how a grandmother tracked down the truth — and helped create a whole new and controversial world of crime fighting. To tell this story, we talk to U.S. Marshal Peter Elliott, Dr. Margaret Press, and Phil Nichols. [REBROADCAST]CN: This episode discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, in the U.S. you can call or text 988 to reach the government’s suicide and crisis help line. More mental health resources are available at s...
2022-10-2038 minScience Vs
Science VsMass Shootings: How Do We Stop Them?Buffalo. Uvalde. Highland Park. These mass shootings keep happening. One side says the problem is the guns, and the other side says the problem is the people. Who’s right? And what policies might actually work to stop mass shootings? We talk to NSSF spokesperson Mark Oliva, gun control researcher Prof. Mark Gius, criminologist Dr. Jillian Peterson, and epidemiologist Dr. Veronica Pear. CN: This episode discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, in the U.S. you can call or text 988 to reach the government’s suicide and c...
2022-10-1441 minScience Vs
Science VsShould We Compost Human Bodies?What's the greenest way to die? Some nerds are saying that our bodies should go the way of our veggie scraps — and become compost. But will people get on board with spreading Grandpa in the garden? To find out, we talk to Brie Smith, Micah Truman, Katrina Spade and Thomas Bass.Link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/svhumancomposting This episode was produced by Blythe Terrell and Wendy Zukerman, with help from Meryl Horn, Michelle Dang, Rose Rimler, Courtney Gilbert and Disha Bhagat. Were edited by Blythe Terrell and Cai...
2022-10-0641 minHeftyanchor Archive
Heftyanchor Archive#3 Tara https://archive.org/download/heftyanchor/Season%201/%233%20Tara.mp3 Jonathan watched a short experimental video in college in which a little girl sat in silence while her parent sobbed. Now, Jonathan wants to know if that girl is okay. You can watch “Anger” on Vimeo. You can find Maxi Cohen’s website here. Credits Heavyweight is hosted and produced by Jonathan Goldstein. This episode was also produced by Chris Neary and Kalila Holt. Our senior producer is Wendy Dorr. Editing by Alex Blumberg and Jorge Just. Special thanks to Emily Condon, Caitlin Kenney, Peter Clowne...
2022-09-2300 minScience Vs
Science VsVegans: Are They Right?Do vegans have a right to be so smug? We’re finding out whether it really is better for the environment, and our bodies, to go vegan. We speak to environmental researcher Joseph Poore, historian Prof. Connie Hilliard, anthropologist Prof. Katharine Milton, and nutrition researcher Prof. Roman Pawlak.A version of this episode originally ran in 2018; today’s episode contains updated science.Check out the transcript here: https://bit.ly/vegansupdated The episode was produced by Rose Rimler and Wendy Zukerman, along with Meryl Horn...
2022-09-1530 minScience Vs
Science VsHydration: Are You Drinking Enough Water?Celebs and wellness blogs treat water like a magic elixir that will make us the most attractive and healthiest version of ourselves. But do these claims hold water? And how much do we really need to be drinking to stay healthy? We speak to Professor Hollie Raynor, Professor Stavros Kavouras and Dr. Tamara Hew-Butler to find out.Find our transcript here: https://bit.ly/3AEtH0WThis episode was produced by Wendy Zukerman, with help from Nick DelRose, Michelle Dang, Meryl Horn, Courtney Gilbert, Rose Rimler and Disha Bhagat...
2022-09-0842 minScience Vs
Science VsPlacebo: Can the Mind Cure You?[REBROADCAST] Could fake medicine actually take away your pain or treat a disease? We dig into the science of placebos to find out more about the power of the mind to heal. We speak to medical researcher Prof. Ted Kaptchuk, neuroscientist Prof. Fabrizio Benedetti and medical psychologist Prof. Manfred Schedlowski. Check out the full transcript here: https://bit.ly/3xaPKM3 This episode was produced by Wendy Zukerman, with help from Rose Rimler, Meryl Horn, Kaitlyn Sawrey and Michelle Dang. We’re edited by Blythe Terrell. Editing help from Caitlin Kenn...
2022-06-0234 minScience Vs
Science VsThe Abortion UndergroundREBROADCAST. The Supreme Court is set to rule on a major abortion case this year, and the court could decide to overturn Roe v. Wade. Already, places like Oklahoma, Texas and Idaho are rolling out major abortion restrictions. So today, we’re going back to the pre-Roe years, when one group of women got fed up and decided to take their health into their own hands. We talk to “self-helpers” Carol Downer and Francie Hornstein, who led a movement for safe abortions and education for women by women.Here’s the link to our transcri...
2022-04-0741 minScience Vs
Science VsMisinformation: What Should Our Tech Overlords Do?After Joe Rogan was accused of spreading Covid-19 vaccine misinformation on his podcast, Spotify landed in the hot seat. People (including us!) wanted to know what the platform was doing to stop it. In this episode, we look into how tech platforms are fighting misinformation — and find out what actually works. To find out we speak to Professor David Rand, Professor Hany Farid, Laura Edelson and evelyn duoek. Find our transcript here: https://bit.ly/3BOEsOo This episode was produced by Michelle Dang, Rose Rimler, and Wendy Zukerman with help...
2022-02-2543 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshYin: Low Back Support Wall ClassLow back discomfort is common. This Yin Yoga practice supports low back health with a wall sequence designed to release tension in various areas of the body that interlock with the lower back. This class can help you prevent low back injuries and may soothe mild discomfort. If you have pain or an injury, consult a physical therapist or doctor before practicing yoga. This practice is accessible and truly all levels. All you need is an open wall space. If you have yoga blocks or a couple of throw blankets, I will make a few optional prop suggestions throughout the...
2022-02-0545 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshYin: Folded Wing with PoetryThis simple and sweet Yoga Sesh is one Yin Yoga pose, Folded Wing on both sides. Caitlin Rose reads her poem "Cosmos" while you settle into this potent pose. Props: none Visit www.caitlinrosekenney.com to learn about LIVE Virtual Classes, Yin Yoga Training and more.
2021-11-2315 minScience Vs
Science VsKiller Asteroids: NASA Strikes Back[REBROADCAST] Asteroids! In just two weeks, NASA plans to launch a first-of-its-kind mission to try to move an asteroid off its path. If it works, this could be a huge breakthrough in protecting us from runaway space rocks. So we’ve updated this episode from a few years ago, where we talked about how serious this asteroid threat is — and some of the other ways we might fight back. We speak with asteroid researcher Dr. Alan Harris, astrophysicist Dr. Sergey Zamozdra, computational physicist Dr. Cathy Plesko, and physicist Dr. Andy Cheng. Check out our trans...
2021-11-1133 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshRegenerating: Strengthening FoundationsClassic yoga poses in a slow, strengthening sequence and a 5-minute meditation. Caitlin Rose guides you into traditional shapes and offers helpful modifications and variations. Return to this class to develop a skillful physical and seated meditation practice. Props: 2 blocks Shapes: Reclined Figure 4, Downward Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana), Chair Pose (Utkatasana), Drinking Bird, Warrior 1 (Virabhadrasana 1), Pyramid Pose (Parsvottanasana), Forearm Plank, Sphinx, Warrior 2 (Virabhadrasana 2), Extended Side Angle (Parsvakonasana), Forearm Side Plank, Seal Pose, Child's Pose (Balasana), Boat Pose (Navasana), Reverse Table Top, Head to Knee Pose (Janu Sirsasana) and Savasana. Visit www.caitlinrosekenney.com for more Yoga & Mindfulness
2021-10-2255 minScience Vs
Science VsChildbirth: Are Doctors Messing It Up?Childbirth seems to be getting more and more medicalized, with C-sections and other interventions out the wazoo. But childbirth isn’t a disease! So is all this medical meddling really necessary, or are doctors too trigger-happy with the scalpel? To find out, we talked to obstetrician and gynecologist Dr. Sarah Osmundson, doula Shala Konomi, clinical scientist Dr. Sarah Stock, and obstetrician and gynecologist Dr. Crystal Berry-Roberts.Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/3kxPO2j Check out Shala’s instagram here: Sajeandluna This e...
2021-09-2337 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshThoughts, thanks and supportCaitlin Rose says hello to share some thoughts, thank yous and ask for your support. Yoga Sesh Podcast is made possible by donations and your show of support. To donate to Yoga Sesh Podcast go to www.caitlinrosekenney.com/yogasesh-podcast I love hearing from you! Drop me a note at caitlinrosekenney.com/contact or on Instagram @caitlinrosekenney
2021-08-0109 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshYin: Digestive PracticeYoga combined with the wisdom of Chinese Meridian Philosophy to promote healthy digestion. Calming shapes support your Spleen and Stomach meridians and awaken your senses. Props: Several pillows (or yoga bolsters) and blocks. Shapes: Reclined Butterfly, Pigeon, Seated Twist, Half Butterfly Stomach Meridian Variation, Saddle and Legs Up the Wall. Visit www.caitlinrosekenney.com for more Yoga & Mindfulness
2021-07-3059 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshYin Yoga — Discernment Short PracticeThis practice is designed to bring you back into your body so that you can recalibrate your inner compass and allocate your energy wisely. Caitlin Rose weaves Chinese Meridian Theory into this practice by illuminating a simple map of the Gallbladder Meridian. The Gallbladder, according to Chinese Medicine, is responsible for your discernment. Take this practice whenever you need to step away from distractions and come back to your inner knowing. Props: Grab several pillows (or yoga bolsters) and blocks. Moves & poses to know: Banana, Pigeon Pose or Deer Pose, Seated Twist, Dragonfly, Sphinx, Child's Pose and reclined Butterfly. Visit...
2021-05-3158 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshYin Yoga — Discernment Long PracticeThis practice is designed to bring you back into your body so that you can recalibrate your inner compass and allocate your energy wisely. Caitlin Rose weaves Chinese Meridian Theory into this practice by illuminating a simple map of the Gallbladder Meridian. The Gallbladder, according to Chinese Medicine, is responsible for your discernment, which includes how and with whom you spend your time with. Take this practice whenever you need to step away from distractions and come back to your inner knowing. Props: Grab several pillows (or yoga bolsters) and blocks. Moves & poses to know: Banana, Pigeon Pose or Deer...
2021-05-311h 14Science Vs
Science VsThe G Spot: Come Again?We’re heading into a big summer, with more places and — ahem — people opening up. So we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes about feeling good. Maybe you’ve heard about this magic button in the vagina that can cause amazing orgasms. What’s going on with it? Join us on a hunt for the elusive G spot. Our guides: Prof. Beverly Whipple, who introduced America to the G spot in the 1980s, and Prof. Helen O’Connell, a urologist and expert on female sexual anatomy. Get the transcript here: https://bit.ly/3bGtui5
2021-05-2038 minScience Vs
Science VsBack From the DeadToday we're telling tales that push life to the ultimate limit. We're bringing things back from the dead, diving into the mysteries of immortality and asking just how much can the human body take? We talk to Rohan Schoeman, Dr. Eduard Argudo, Audrey Mash, Prof. Ferdinando Boero, Prof. Shin Kubota, Dr. Moiya McTier, and Prof. David Howard.UPDATE 5/17/21: An earlier version of this episode said that Nesyamun was scanned using MRI. While David has used MRI to scan vocal tracts in his research, Nesyamun’s vocal tract was imaged using a CT scan....
2021-05-1439 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: How Scary Are the Variants?UPDATE 4/13/21: Since this episode published, there has been some evidence linking the Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine to rare blood clots. As of April 13, there were six cases in the U.S. out of more than 6.8 million doses, and one person had died. The CDC and FDA have recommended pausing the vaccine while they learn more.Details are here: https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2021/s0413-JJ-vaccine.html Just as coronavirus vaccinations are ramping up, a bunch of new variants are here, threatening to muck everything up. So we’re won...
2021-04-0233 minScience Vs
Science VsUFOs: Through the Wormhole AgainIn 2017, a weird-looking space object called ʻOumuamua whipped past our sun. Now a Harvard scientist is suggesting it miiiight be an alien probe! So we’re revisiting this episode from a few years ago, where we ask: could aliens actually exist? Is there any chance they’ve visited Earth already? We talked to astronomers Dr. Jill Tarter, Dr. Seth Shostak, investigative journalist David Clarke, and physicist Prof. Jim Al Khalili.Check out the transcript here: http://bit.ly/2QlCqSfThis episode was originally produced by Kaitlyn Sawrey, Wendy Zukerman and R...
2021-03-1836 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshYin Yoga: Low Back Support Wall PracticeLow back pain and discomfort is so common, so I made a series of Yin Yoga practices to support low back health. This is the first class of three Yin Yoga sequences designed to release tension in various areas of the body that interlock with the lower back. This practice is accessible and truly all levels. All you need is an open wall space. If you have yoga blocks or a couple of throw blankets, I will make a few optional prop suggestions throughout the practice. Moves & poses to know: Legs up the wall, Dragonfly at the wall, Figure 4 at...
2021-02-2446 minYoga Sesh
Yoga Sesh2021 HelloA reflective and honest hello from Caitlin Rose at the beginning of 2021. This humble podcast is created and produced entirely by Caitlin Rose herself and is a labor of love. Your donations, no matter the amount, support the production of Yoga Sesh Podcast and are significant. To make a donation go to https://www.caitlinrosekenney.com/yogasesh-podcast Caitlin Rose offers live virtual yoga classes every week https://www.caitlinrosekenney.com/schedule and seasonal attunement virtual workshops five times a year https://www.caitlinrosekenney.com/virtual-workshops Her foundational virtual course in YIN YOGA: ELEMENTAL & NATURAL REALITY STUDIES combines practical curriculum with...
2021-01-1514 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshRegenerative Yoga: Exhaustion & ResilienceLet us "Dwell with reverence before our exhaustion and our resilience... ponder how we want to live..." This quote from Krista Tippet is the inspiration for this slow and deep practice. To read the entire quote and wise words of Krista go here https://engage.onbeing.org/20201215_the_pause_m Steep in poses that regenerate your exhausted and resilient body. This class opens with psoas release and carefully attends to the body in unique and gratifying variations of Extended Side Angle, Eagle, Warrior 3, Child's Pose and more. Suggested props: 2 blocks Moves & poses to know: Some of the poses and flows...
2021-01-151h 03Science Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: More Scared or Less Scared?MINI EPISODE! Tons of new science means fresh answers on a few things that really freaked us out at the start of the pandemic: coronavirus on surfaces; ibuprofen and Covid-19; and getting Covid twice. Link to transcript: https://bit.ly/3lXu6CaThis episode was produced by Rose Rimler, Nick DelRose, and Wendy Zukerman with help from Michelle Dang and Hannah Harris Green. We’re edited by Blythe Terrell with help from Caitlin Kenney. Fact checking by Diane Kelly. Mix and sound design by Peter Leonard. Music written by Pet...
2020-12-0807 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: Shots! Shots! Shots!There’s a ton of hoopla over these new coronavirus vaccines. But given that they’ve been produced at warp speed — can we trust them? We also find out what’s going on with “long haulers.” How common is it to be sick for months from Covid-19? Plus, fresh new science about why some young people land in the hospital. We talk to Dr. Katy Stephenson, Dr. Alexander Hoischen, Dr. Jeffrey Siegelman, and Prof. Tim Spector. Link to transcript: https://bit.ly/37vYvT3This episode was produced by Rose Rimler, NickD...
2020-12-0332 minScience Vs
Science VsDid the CIA do it? Part IIWhen a deadly pig virus hit Cuba in 1971, some claimed the CIA was behind it all. But could it be true? In part two of our investigation into the outbreak, we finally hear directly from the CIA — and get to the bottom of what happened. In this episode: ex-CIA Brian Latell, journalist Drew Fetherston, Professor Mary-Louise Penrith and Professor José Manuel Sánchez-Vizcaíno. Please fill out our Science Vs survey! Link here: https://blythet.typeform.com/to/Z7YOM2QM New to the show? Some of our fave...
2020-11-1932 minScience Vs
Science VsDid the CIA Plant a Virus in Cuba?When the Cuban government rounded up and killed thousands of pigs in 1971, people were angry and confused. Castro claimed they were trying to stop an outbreak. But then rumours started spreading that something much bigger was behind it all. The CIA. To find out more, we speak to Professor Virgil Suarez, journalist Drew Fetherston, Professor Mary Louise Penrith, ex-CIA Carol "Rollie" Flynn and Professor Loch Johnson.Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/3ksSP0oA huge thanks to Dan Guillemette, Rebeca Ibarra and the...
2020-11-1330 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshRegenerative Flow: IT BandThis Yoga Sesh sequence I have wanted to record for you for a long time and when I got a request for stretching the IT Band it motivated me to get this class up and available on the podcast. There are poses and flows in this practice that I fell in love with when I was teaching at a Katonah Yoga inspired studio. These poses and the "Water Salutations" involve weaving and crossing your legs which creates a beautiful balance challenge and activates both sides of your brain. (I first learned these salutations under the name "Waterfall Salutation" from Katonah...
2020-10-081h 09Science Vs
Science VsAstrology: Are Geminis the Worst?For centuries, people have been looking to the stars to tell us all kinds of things — what our future holds, who we should date. So what does the science say about astrology? It turns out, there’s some surprising stuff here. We speak to astronomer Prof. Caty Pilachowski, Prof. Dave Henningsen and astrology lover Natalie Norman. Here’s a link to the transcript: https://bit.ly/31VTDoM This episode was produced by Meryl Horn and Rose Rimler, with help from Wendy Zukerman, Michelle Dang, Hannah Harris Green and Nick DelRose...
2020-09-0325 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: Are We Back Where We Started?We’re six months into this coronavirus pandemic, which has shaken the world and stunned scientists. What have we learned? Where are we headed? To find out, we talk to virologist Professor John Dennehy, virologist and immunologist Professor Ann Sheehy, and hospital epidemiologist Dr. Cassandra Pierre. We also check back in with Dani Schuchman, who is now three months into his recovery from Covid-19. Also: MEAT-EATING SPONGES!!Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/2CXa8GSThis episode was produced by Wendy Zukerman, Rose Rimler, Meryl Horn...
2020-07-0334 minYoga Sesh
Yoga Sesh*sigh* Heartfelt hello & updates from Caitlin RoseI've been thinking about my podcast listeners a lot lately and how much I would like to know your name and see your face. COVID-19 has shown me how much I value connection with the people taking my yoga classes. I am inviting you to say hello by dropping me a note or taking one of my live virtual yoga classes. I am also keen to share with you that my Yin Yoga Training is now two parts and Part 1 is VIRTUAL which means anyone in the world can take it. So, please reach out to me! Contact me and...
2020-07-0211 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshYin Yoga: Clarifying PracticeCaitlin Rose opens this Yoga Sesh with an ask for connection, she wants to know who is practicing with this podcast :) You can find her on Instagram @cailtinrosekenney or write her a note via the Contact page on www.caitlinrosekenney.com. She is now leading weekly LIVE virtual yoga classes and would be delighted for podcast listeners to join. Here are the details: www.caitlinrosekenney.com/live-classes. This practice is a full-body Yin Yoga sesh designed to clean and clear the major meridians (energetic channels) in your body. The theme is about the element of Fire, which is associated with...
2020-06-291h 10Science Vs
Science VsFauci! He’s Back!Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, member of the White House Coronavirus Task Force and America's favorite nerd joins Science Vs again. Wendy chats with Dr. Fauci about the pandemic’s past, present and future. Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/2V82uQgThis episode was produced by Wendy Zukerman, Meryl Horn, Rose Rimler, Michelle Dang, Mathilde Urfalino and Sinduja Srinivasan. We’re edited by Blythe Terrell and Caitlin Kenney. Mix and sound design by Peter Leonard. Music written...
2020-06-2421 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: Dude, Where's My Vaccine?All through the pandemic, we’ve been waiting for a possible silver bullet: a vaccine. How soon could we actually get one? To find out, we talk to microbiologist and immunologist Professor Karla Satchell, immunologist Dr. Kathryn Stephenson, Pfizer executive Mike McDermott, and Ian Haydon, who’s participating in a vaccine clinical trial.Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/3egWFrcThis episode was produced by Wendy Zukerman, with help from Michelle Dang, Sinduja Srinivasan, Laura Morris, Meg Driscoll, Rose Rimler, Meryl Horn, and Mathilde Urfalino. We’re...
2020-06-1929 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: Weirdest Virus Ever?The coronavirus seems to cause symptoms all over our body, from nose to toes. So how can one virus do so many strange things? To find out, we talk to gastroenterologist Dr. Anthony DeBenedet, virologist and immunologist Professor Ann Sheehy, otorhinolaryngologist Professor Thomas Hummel, and dermatologist Professor Amy Paller. Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/2zqehBZ This episode was produced by Rose Rimler and Meryl Horn with help from Wendy Zukerman, Sinduja Srinivasan, Michelle Dang and Mathilde Urfalino. We’re edited by Blythe Terrell with help f...
2020-06-1226 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: Protesting in a PandemicHundreds of thousands of people have joined the global protest movement sparked by the death of George Floyd. And a lot of doctors and public health experts are on board, despite concerns about the pandemic. So how can protesters stay safe — from coronavirus, and from police weapons like tear gas? To find out, we talk to epidemiologist Dr. Cassandra Pierre, Dr. Rohini Haar, and a protester who’s been tear gassed. Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/2MFnsRM This episode was produced by Wendy Zukerman and Sinduja Srinivasan with help from Rose Rim...
2020-06-0924 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshYin Yoga & Breathwork For LungsThis simple and spacious Yoga Sesh offers Yin Yoga poses and breathwork to support your lungs. Caitlin Rose prompts you to take Child's Pose with one arm threaded under (both sides), Supported Fish Pose and the Full Yogic Breath. Enjoy peace and quiet as you expand the tissues around your lungs and practice breathing fully. This Yoga Sesh was recorded at home and Caitlin Rose is practicing while she guides you. You may hear mild background noise in the audio, please let this blend with the noises around you as you practice developing your capacity for presence, alertness and calm...
2020-06-0419 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: Labs Go DarkLife is on pause for many of us right now. But scientists don’t want to stop! Researchers have had to figure out how to keep experiments going and keep lab animals alive — all while keeping themselves safe. To find out how they’re managing it, we talk to evolutionary biologist Dr. Ximena Bernal, plant biologist Professor Frank Telewski, marine conservation biologist Christine Figgener, and station manager Erin Heard.Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/3dgBZ2iThis episode was produced by Laura Morris with help fro...
2020-05-2927 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVin-Yin: Inner Archaeology MUSIC mixed by @disconektar a.k.a. Taylor PhinneyThis generous Yoga Sesh has been seriously upgraded with MUSIC mixed by DiscoNektar a.k.a. Taylor Phinney. You will love the musical alchemy as you go on an archaeological dig into your inner landscape and re-remember that you have the desire and capacity for both inner connection and connection with the outer world. Suggested props: 1-2 blocks and a bolster A note from Taylor and track list below! This is a Yoga class from @yoga-sesh with a mix of songs recorded to flow with the class. As a boulder native, I have spent the last couple of years attending...
2020-05-221h 23Science Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: Sweden Goes RogueWhile a lot of countries have put in strict measures, like lockdowns, to stop the coronavirus, there’s been a conspicuous outlier: Sweden. The country has carved a different path, trying to keep its hospitals from being overrun while allowing society to function as normally as possible. So, is the Swedish model working? To find out, we talk to medical epidemiologist Dr. Emma Frans, Professor Annelies Wilder-Smith, Dr. Gary Weissman, and Dr. Eric Schneider. Also: ANCHOVIES!Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/2XiRsYTThis episode was...
2020-05-2226 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: The Mask WarsWhen the pandemic started, we were told not to bother with masks. But now it looks like experts have done a 180 here, and a lot of us are being told to cover our mugs when we leave the house. So which is it? Should we mask up or not? To find out, we talk to epidemiologist Professor Benjamin Cowling, microbiologist Dr. Anna Davies, and clinical psychologist Dr. Olga Perski. Also: RED DEVIL SQUID!!Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/2LxuxTWAnd here’s a link to t...
2020-05-1528 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: Pregnant in a PandemicHow bad is the coronavirus for pregnant people and babies? Producer Meryl Horn is digging into this question for today’s episode. And it’s personal, because Meryl is pregnant and living in the pandemic hot spot that is New York City. We talk to Professor Emily Oster, pathologist Dr. David Schwartz, and obstetrician Dr. Suzanne LaJoie. Also: SWIMMING DINOSAURS!?Here’s a link to our transcript: bit.ly/2YKzD7e This episode was produced by Meryl Horn with help from me Wendy Zukerman, Rose Rimler, Laura Morris, Michelle Dang an...
2020-05-0825 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: Was It Made In a Lab?Since the outbreak started, we’ve been hearing that this coronavirus came from bats before jumping to humans. But recently, claims that the virus escaped from a lab have been getting a lot of attention. So did it? Is there an evil scientist behind all of this? To find out, we talk to microbiologist Professor Benhur Lee, Christian Stevens, and virologist Dr. Oscar MacLean. Also: FROGS!!UPDATE 4/27/20: An earlier version of this episode played a quote from a politician saying that China has only one biosafety level 4 lab. This is incorrect, and the episode has been updated....
2020-04-2425 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshRegenerative Yoga: Low Back ReliefYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: be prepared to hold poses and feel a slow burn of strength and opening in this class! Caitlin Rose focuses on poses that release the psoas and lengthen the inner thighs to relieve the low back. If you've been sitting, running, hiking, cycling or traveling lately this class is for you! Suggested props: a block or bolster can be used to support seated postures and Yin Yoga poses. Moves & poses to know: Temple Pose, Cow-Cat Spinal Movement, Low Lunge (back knee down), Prasarita Padottanasana, Mandukasana, High Lunge, Revolved Lunge, Ardha Hanumanasana, Skandasana, Lizard Lunge...
2020-04-1754 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: Can You Get It Twice?We’re hearing stories of people getting this coronavirus, recovering, and then getting it again. So what’s going on: Does getting this virus give you immunity or not? To find out, we talk to virologist Dr. Kirsty Short of the University of Queensland and Dr. Robin Berzin of Parsley Health.Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/3ajK5omThis episode was produced by Meryl Horn, Wendy Zukerman, Michelle Dang, Rose Rimler, Sinduja Srinivasan and Laura Morris. We’re edited by Blythe Terrell and Caitlin Kenney...
2020-04-1728 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: When Will It End?In the U.S. we've been social distancing for a few weeks now, and the question on everyone’s mind is: When can we go back to “normal”? And what’s happening in China, where they’ve already lifted the lockdown? To find out, we talk to Dr. Swapnil Mishra, part of the Imperial College Covid-19 Response Team, and Dr. Franz-Josef Schmitt. Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/2y5nJtcYou can listen to The Journal’s full interview with Dr. Anthony Fauci here: https://spoti.fi/2x99xQ8This episode wa...
2020-04-1021 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: Should I Disinfect EVERYTHING?There are reports that the coronavirus can survive on surfaces for days. So how careful should we be about cleaning the stuff we touch? And do we need to be disinfecting our groceries? To find out, we talk to pathologist and microbiologist Dr. Josh Santarpia and toxicologist Dr. Joshua King.UPDATE 4/7/20: An earlier version of this episode suggested that Alex was wiping down his groceries with bleach, but the wipes he was using didn't contain bleach. We've updated the episode.Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/2VbYbTr This episode was...
2020-04-0726 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: Is It Airborne?We’re hearing conflicting things about how the coronavirus spreads — is it through coughs and sneezes only? Or could it be floating in the air, infecting us as we walk down the street or go grocery shopping? We ask Dr. Rachael Jones, an industrial hygienist, and Dr. Zhi Ning, an environmental engineer. Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/3aI1kAEThis episode was produced by Rose Rimler, Wendy Zukerman, Michelle Dang, Meryl Horn, Sinduja Srinivasan, Laura Morris, and Meg Driscoll. We’re edited by Blythe Terrell a...
2020-04-0323 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: Are Young People Safe?From the early days of this coronavirus outbreak, it’s looked like the disease is way worse for older people. But now we’re hearing more stories of younger folks getting really sick. What’s going on? Is this virus scarier for younger people than we thought? We hear from a Gen-Xer who landed in the hospital with Covid-19, and we talk to immunologist Professor Vincent Racaniello. Also: THE HIGHEST MOUSE!We’ve set up a voicemail to collect all of your questions about coronavirus. Or if you’re a healthcare worker with a personal story you want to sh...
2020-03-3124 minScience Vs
Science VsCoronavirus: Will Chloroquine Save Us?President Trump says an anti-malarial drug could be a “gift from god” for treating Covid-19. Does it really work? And is it dangerous? We talk to toxicologist Professor Daniel Brooks, infectious disease specialist Dr. Matthew Pullen, and microbiologist Professor Karla Satchell. Also: VAMPIRE BATS!We’ve set up a voicemail to collect all of your questions about Coronavirus. Or if you’re a healthcare worker with a personal story you want to share, please call ‪(774) 481-1238‬ and leave us a message.Here’s a link to our transcript: https://bit.ly/2xu4ER8...
2020-03-2724 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshHorizon MeditationCaitlin Rose's Horizon Meditation is an exploration of infinite space and the stabilizing form of your body. The horizon represents that which is boundless, hopeful and spacious. Your body, containing your personality and experience, represents that which is uniquely defined in this moment. Together the horizon and your body form a yin and yang partnership: a balanced whole that holds both your connection to spirit and your soul. Caitlin begins with 5 minute talk on this yin and yang philosophy and then guides you into a 10 minute meditation. Visit www.caitlinrosekenney.com to learn about LIVE Virtual Classes, Yoga Teacher Training...
2020-03-1916 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVin-Yin: Tension ReleaseYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: A thorough and juicy Vin-Yin practice that releases your hips, low back and upper body tension. Beginning on your back, the class progresses into standing poses that both release and strengthen your lower body. You will attend to all angles of your hips, spinal twists, hamstring stretches and core work. Tension release in your shoulders and neck is found through a challenging and fun variation "Funky Dolphin" followed by a sweet release in Sleeping Pigeon with a shoulder variation. Final integration is achieved in Bridge Pose and Savasana. Suggested props: 2 blocks Moves & poses to...
2020-03-131h 09Yoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVin-Yin: Inner ArchaeologyYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: This generous Yoga Sesh is an invitation to take an archaeological dig into your own inner landscape and re-remember that you have the desire and capacity for both inner connection and connection with the outer world. The class begins with breath awareness and slowly intensifies into a Vinyasa Flow sequence that will open your hamstrings and ease you into external hip rotation. The last 20 minutes are dedicated to yin postures so that you can sink into meditative depth and your own rich interior. Suggested props: 1-2 blocks and a bolster Moves & poses to know...
2019-12-051h 17Yoga Sesh
Yoga SeshThank YouThank you so much for your donations to Yoga Sesh Podcast! Your support directly funded the registration of my yoga school with the Yoga Alliance. The School of Regenerative Yoga offers a 200-hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Sri Lanka March 28th - April 24th, 2020. Go to www.caitlinrosekenney.com to learn more about this program and other classes, events and conversations.
2019-12-0500 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshSupport the WorkSupport the Work — I am adding more content to Yoga Sesh Podcast and need your help. Please consider making a one-time donation of $15 to support free yoga classes available to practice anywhere in the world. Up until now, Yoga Sesh Podcast has been completely self-funded. I want to add more content, including guided meditations, and need your support. If you’ve enjoyed Yoga Sesh Podcast, please show your support with a donation. To donate, go to www.caitlinrosekenney.com or @caitlinrosekenney on Instagram. I am so grateful and can’t wait to give you more yoga practices! Love, CRK
2019-10-1200 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVinyasa Flow: ConnectivityYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: Inspired by her time spent with honeybees and the sacred geometry embedded into hive-life this live-recorded Vinyasa Flow class opens with a meditation practice that connects the right and left sides of the brain. This is a rich practice titrating between intuitive movement patterns and sequences that intelligently prepare you for the peak posture Sun Dial Pose. Suggested props: 1-2 blocks and a strap Moves & poses to know: Skandasana (Side Lunge), Dolphin Pose, Virabhadrasana 2 (Warrior 2), Parsvakonasana (Extended Side Angle Pose), Vrksasana (Tree Pose), Janu Sirsasana (Head to Knee Pose), Surya Yantrasana (Sun Dial Pose). ...
2019-10-121h 03Yoga Sesh
Yoga SeshYin: Release & RenewYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: This nourishing Yin practice will encourage you to release stale energy and renew every layer of your being. Caitlin Rose shares insights from Chinese Meridian Theory about how a Yin Yoga practice can support your organs and takes you on a restoring journey through poses that attend to both your liver and your kidneys. Suggested props: 2 blocks, a blanket unfolded across your mat and a bolster Moves & poses to know: Constructive Rest, Supine Twist, Sphinx, Seal, Embryo, Dragonfly, Broken Wing and Pigeon. Visit www.caitlinrosekenney.com to learn about LIVE Virtual Classes, Yoga Teacher...
2019-04-121h 06Science Vs
Science VsFasting Diets: What's the Skinny?Fasting diets are all the rage right now and health-fluencers claim it can help you lose weight, live longer and even fight cancer. So what does the science say? We speak to nutrition researchers Dr Krista Varady and Dr Courtney Peterson, as well as cancer researcher Professor Valter Longo.Check out the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/35FYJoP Selected references: Krista’s study comparing alternate day fasting with regular dieting, which found they had similar weight loss after one year.Courtney’s study which measured metabolic changes after time-restricted feeding without weight loss.Valter’s paper...
2019-03-2927 minScience Vs
Science VsEssential Oils: Science or Snake Oil?Essential Oils - and their claims - are huge right now. But is it all hype, or is there something special about these little brown bottles? To get to the bottom of it, we dig through the studies and speak to cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Rachel Herz and psychologist Prof. Mark Moss.Check out the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/2PyEsKySelected references: Rachel Herz’s books: Why You Eat What You Eat & The Scent of DesireA review of the benefits of peppermint tea and oil A critical review of the clinical trials Mark’s two stu...
2018-09-2127 minScience Vs
Science VsPlastics: The Final Straw?We’re back! This week we tackle the War on Straws and how worried we should be about all the plastic filling our oceans. We speak to marine biologist Christine Figgener, environmental educator Carrie Roble, physiology Prof. John Weinstein, and ecology Prof. David Barnes.Check out the full transcript here.Selected readings: The infamous turtle videoAn ambitious project that mapped the Great Pacific Garbage PatchThis paper that breaks down the sources and amount of plastic getting in the ocean John’s study on how fast microplastics formThis meta-analysis on microplastics, fish, and invertebratesA review of some o...
2018-09-1330 minHeavyweight
HeavyweightHeavyweight: #3 TaraPublished on 04 Oct 2016. Jonathan watched a short experimental video in college in which a little girl sat in silence while her parent sobbed. Now, Jonathan wants to know if that girl is okay.You can find Maxi Cohen's website here: http://www.maxicohenstudio.com/Our SponsorsCasper - Get $50 towards any Casper Mattress purchase by visiting casper.com/heavyweight and using the offer code "HEAVYWEIGHT".Mailchimp – More than 12 million people use MailChimp to connect with their customers, market their products, and grow their businesses every day.Wealthsimple – Investing made easy. Get your first $10,000 managed for free.CreditsHeavyweight is hosted and produced by J...
2018-04-1700 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshYin: Liver SupportYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: This short yoga sesh dives right into a Yin Yoga practice designed to support the Liver. Caitlin Rose guides you skillfully into each Yin Yoga pose and offers insights on the organ of the Liver, the Liver Meridian Line according to Chinese Meridian Theory and how to support your Liver through yoga poses, visualizations and breath-work. As a compliment to this Yin practice, try taking Vinyasa Flow for Liver Support before or after this class! Beginning prone on your mat you will move into several yin poses and hold each for approximately 5 minutes each. ...
2018-04-1534 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVinyasa Flow: Liver SupportYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: Support your liver, an organ deeply intertwined with your ability to detox and digest, with this short (30 minute) Vinyasa Flow practice. To stimulate the liver, Caitlin Rose has carefully chosen postures that target the liver and the meridian line of the liver. Using the map of Chinese Meridian theory, Caitlin Rose crafts potent yoga classes aimed at restoring and rebalancing your organs. According to Chinese Medicine, your liver is the organ responsible for your inner world and when you are in a state of dissonance, confusion, or hurt — emotions of irritation, anger, and resistance pr...
2017-10-0231 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVinyasa Flow: Heart Meridian & Lower Body StrengthYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: This yoga class was designed with caregivers in mind and is a powerful practice for all practitioners. The sequence weaves wrist and shoulder openers for mobility in the upper body with long holds in standing poses for strength in the lower body. The variations offered for the hands and shoulders stimulate a branch of the heart meridian that runs from the heart to the hands. This pathway must be open and clear for the intentions in your heart to translate to the work you do with your hands. Whether you are a doctor, therapist...
2017-04-1448 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshA Small Request from Yoga Sesh Founder Caitlin Rose KenneyYou can make a difference in people's lives by taking small actions. Caitlin Rose Kenney humbly asks you to support her podcast by reviewing it on iTunes Podcasts and sharing it with others. Writing a review is easy and will take you less than 10 minutes (instructions below). Please share the podcast in any way that feels right for you and if you use social media tag @caitlinrosekenney on Instagram or refer people to her website www.caitlinrosekenney.com. Thank you
2017-02-2800 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshJoint ReleaseYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: This short practice features a joint release series that will help you feel healthy and mobile in your body. This daily practice is beneficial to people during all phases of life and will prepare you for whatever your day holds whether that is sitting in meetings or training for a triathlon. This standing sequence will work sequentially through the major joints in your body from your feet to your neck. Joint release exercises increase synovial fluid in the joint sites and improve circulation. Enjoy! Suggested props: 1 Block (not required) Moves & poses to know: Leg...
2017-02-0619 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshYin: Daily PracticeYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: This short (44 minutes) Yin Yoga class is the perfect practice to incorporate into your daily routine or after a long day of work or travel. Yin Yoga is a slow practice of mostly seated and reclined postures that you hold for several minutes to promote joint health and long-term shifts in your physical patterning. Yin Yoga is an excellent bridge to seated meditation as it encourages you to practice stillness, awareness of mind and body, and focus on your breathing. In this practice you will begin with Quarter Dog Pose to encourage mobility in...
2016-12-0643 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVin-Yin: Good SleepYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: This restorative class is designed to prepare you for a good night's sleep through breathing techniques and quieting yoga poses. Enjoy this practice after a long day's work, before dinner, or when you need recovery and replenishment. The practice opens with alternate nostril breathing, eases into gentle movement followed by poses to focus your energy, and is completed by long holds in calming asanas. Suggested props: 1 Block & Blanket Moves & poses to know: Alternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Shodhana Pranayama), Cat-Cow (Bidalasana), Extended Wing, Locust Pose (Salabhasana), Sleeping Pigeon (Eka Pada Kapotasana variation), Supported Bridge (Setu...
2016-10-2235 minOther People\'s Podcasts
Other People's PodcastsScience Vs - Forensic ScienceGet out your tweezers and magnifying glass - this week, we’re investigating forensic science. There are a slew of scientific techniques that forensic experts use to solve crimes. But how reliable are they? We’re putting forensic evidence under the microscope. To help us crack the case, we talk to Assoc. Prof. Sibyl Bucheli, attorney Chris Fabricant, former crime lab director Barry Fisher, Dr. Itiel Dror, and Assoc. Prof. Patrick Buzzini. Our Sponsors Hello Fresh – To get $35 off your first week of deliveries visit hellofresh.com and enter promo code “ScienceVS” Frank & Oak – Go to frankandoak.com/science to get your fir...
2016-10-2102 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVinyasa Flow: Grounding PracticeYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: Are you in a time of transition? If so, this short class (38 minutes) is what you need! Connect with the steadiness deep inside of you as you move through supine poses, breath-to-movement flow, core awareness and grounding standing poses. The calming forward folds and detoxifying twists in this sequence will help you reconnect with yourself and shed the layers that you no longer need. Suggested props: Strap and 2 blocks Moves & poses to know: Supine Hand-to- Big-Toe Pose (Supta Padangustasana), Side Plank Variation with Hand Behind Head, Breathing Pigeon (Supine Figure Four), Tibetan Firing Squad...
2016-10-1236 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVinyasa Flow: Reawaken Your SpineYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: In this short class (36 minutes) reawaken the mobility in your spine and reenergize for the rest of your day. You will move your spine in all seven directions and take several supported backbend variations. Backbends are crucial if you seek to find balance in your body and your spirit. Think about how many things you do that collapse your chest...texting, driving, sitting in chairs, typing. Your spine will thank you for doing this YogaSesh. Suggested props: 2 blocks Moves and poses to know: High "Crescent" Lunge Zests, Forearm Side Plank Variation with Hand Behind...
2016-10-1135 minHeavyweight
Heavyweight#3 TaraJonathan watched a short experimental video in college in which a little girl sat in silence while her parent sobbed. Now, Jonathan wants to know if that girl is okay.You can find Maxi Cohen's website here: http://www.maxicohenstudio.com/CreditsHeavyweight is hosted and produced by Jonathan Goldstein.This episode was also produced by Chris Neary and Kalila Holt. Our senior producer is Wendy Dorr.Editing by Alex Blumberg and Jorge Just. Special thanks to Emily Condon, Caitlin Kenney, Peter Clowney, Michelle Harris, Dr. Susan Bo...
2016-10-0436 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVin-Yin: Healthy BalanceYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: This hour-long class encourages you to find balance in your body and nervous system through breath work, Vinyasa Flow (40 minutes) and restorative postures (20 minutes). This sequence is great for athletic recovery and well-rounded fitness. The practice begins with Sama Vritti (Equal Breathing) and eases into a Vinyasa Flow practice to awaken, strengthen and stretch the whole body. Peak postures include balancing backbend postures like Ardha Chandra Chapasana (Half Moon Pose with Chapasana Variation) and Adho Mukha Dhanurasana (Downward Facing Bow Pose). The last part of the practice is a sweet series of Yin Yoga...
2016-09-211h 01Yoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVinyasa Flow: Stress ReliefYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: This 42-minute class is designed to open your hips with poses that relieve stress and anxiety. Through both dynamic breath-to-movement waves and static holds you will find healthy stretches for your outer hips and inner legs. This sequence will take you from grounded poses to balancing poses and back home again to Savasana. Recommended props: 1 block Moves and poses to know: Breathing Pigeon (Supine Figure Four), Skandasana (Side Lunge), Plank Variation "Knee Dips", Extended Side Angle Variation "Hover Elbow", Half Chair Pose (Parsva Utkatasana) & Ummies (Hip Circles). Visit www.caitlinrosekenney.com to learn about...
2016-09-1240 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVinyasa Flow: Uplifting BackbendsYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: This hour-long solar practice works towards Upward Facing Bow Pose (Urdvha Dhanurasana). The class opens with a gentle joint release in the shoulders and unfolds into a nicely passed vinyasa flow. Enjoy uplifting yoga poses that emphasize strengthening the back, stretching the side bodies and finding shoulder mobility. This practice will leave you feeling energized and ready for the rest of your day! Recommended props: 1-2 blocks Poses to know: Anahatasana, Camel Variation with Hand Behind Head, Supported Fish and Upward Facing Bow Visit www.caitlinrosekenney.com to learn about LIVE Virtual Classes, Yoga...
2016-09-121h 02Yoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVinyasa Flow: Fitness & FlexibilityYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: Inspired by a visit to the Cadaver Lab, Caitlin Rose takes you through a sequence designed to strengthen an under-used muscle — your gluteus minimus! This alignment-focused 42-minutes class is great for newer yogis and experienced yogis that appreciate technical instruction. Highlights include booty work, hamstring opening and poses to release your psoas. Recommended props: 2 blocks Moves and poses to know: Constructive Rest, Booty Work and Full Splits (Hanumanasana), & Acid Cat (a creative take on the traditional Cat-Cow flow that I learned from my teacher Gina Caputo). Visit www.caitlinrosekenney.com to learn about LIVE Vi...
2016-09-0842 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVinyasa Flow: Athletic RecoveryYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: This 65-minute class was designed for a friend who loves the outdoors and needed to balance his active lifestyle of climbing, hiking and gardening. In this slow-paced practice you will stretch your hamstrings, do balancing poses and take twists to keep your spine healthy and mobile. The journey begins with a gentle joint release practice called "Leg Swings", peaks in a standing balance pose, and closes with a grounding supine sequence. Recommended props: 1-2 blocks Moves and poses to know: Leg Swings, Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana (Extended Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose), Tibetan Firing Squad Pose. Visit www...
2016-09-041h 05Science Vs
Science VsThe G-spotJoin us on a hunt for the elusive G-spot. Our guides: Prof. Beverly Whipple, who introduced America to the G-spot in the 1980s, and Prof. Helen O’Connell, a urologist and expert on female sexual anatomy.CreditsThis episode has been produced by Wendy Zukerman, Heather Rogers, Caitlin Kenney, Austin Mitchell, and Kaitlyn Sawrey. Edited by Annie-Rose Strasser and Alex Blumberg. Fact Checking by Michelle Harris.Production Assistance by Dr Diane Wu & Shruti Ravindran. Extra thanks to Lola Pellegrino, Andres Montoya Castillo, Rose Reid, Radio National’s Science Show -- they make a podcast. It’s great.Soun...
2016-09-0239 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVin-Yin: Neck & Shoulder ReliefYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: As a former ballet dancer, Caitlin Rose knew exactly what her friend, who's a professional dancer, meant when she requested a yoga sesh focused on relieving the neck and shoulders. Dancers aren’t the only ones who carry chronic tension in the neck and shoulder area. Due to the frequent use of technology and tension patterns created when driving cars, the neck and shoulders get rigid. This 52-minute practice is designed to bring mobility and ease back into the neck and shoulders by titrating between dynamic strengthening and softening. Caitlin Rose opens the practice wi...
2016-08-2551 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVinyasa Flow: Effort & EaseYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: This 70-minute yoga sesh is the perfect balance of effort and ease! Recorded in Cairns, Australia, in the extraordinary rainforest, Caitlin Rose talks about invoking ease to find deep hip openers. The class opens with a breath-to-movement flow lengthening your hamstrings and softening the back of your hips. As the class progresses, you will activate your core and strengthen your legs in warrior poses. For all of your effort, you will also find serenity in poses that release the hips and culminate in a relaxing sequence that brings you towards Supine Eka Pada Sirsasana...
2016-08-231h 11Other People\'s Podcasts
Other People's PodcastsScience Vs - GunsThe gun lobby says firearms keep us safe by protecting us against bad guys and reducing the crime rate. But, what does the science say? We find out how many times a year guns are used in self-defense, how many times they’re used to murder someone, and what impact guns have on the crime rate. To do that, we speak with Prof. David Hemenway, Prof. Helen Christensen, Prof. Gary Kleck and New Jersey gun-range owner Anthony Colandro. Credits: This episode has been produced by Caitlin Kenney, Heather Rogers and Kaitlyn Sawrey. Edited by Annie Rose Strasser and Alex Blumberg. Pr...
2016-08-0802 minOther People\'s Podcasts
Other People's PodcastsScience Vs - Attachment ParentingJudy, a mother of two young kids, practices a demanding style of child-rearing. It’s called attachment parenting, and it says you should keep your baby close at all times, breastfeed on demand, share your bed, and avoid strollers. Like many attachment parents, Judy believes the sacrifices she makes will ensure her kids will become well-adjusted, successful, happy adults. But, what does the science say? To find out, Science Vs speaks to Prof. Alan Sroufe, Prof. Jane Fisher and Reut Avinun. If you liked this episode - our friends at The Longest Shortest Time have just published a story about *ea...
2016-07-2802 minYoga Sesh
Yoga SeshVinyasa Flow: Fortify & RadiateYoga practice with Caitlin Rose Kenney: This 50-minute class was co-created by Caitlin Rose and the 200-hour teachers in training at the Colorado School of Yoga. It's a dynamic solar class that intelligently prepares all planes of the body for Side Plank (Vaschistasana). You will fortify your core, legs, and arms in order to radiate like you never have before in Side Plank. Expect planks and lunges with a sprinkle of hip-opening and hamstring lengtheners. Recommended props: 1 block Moves and poses to know: Lounge Lunge, Jiva Squats, Side Plank (Vaschistasana), and Bharadvaja’s Twist. Visit www.caitlinrosekenney.com to learn ab...
2016-06-1052 min