The 3 Best Something You Should Know Podcast Episodes
1) How to Say No Without Guilt & The Secrets to Satisfaction - SYSK Choice
Where is the best place to take a nap? Anyone who has napped in a hammock knows how great it can be. This episode begins by explaining why naps are better in a hammock and why your next nap should be...Show More
2) Why You Should Talk More Often & How People Get Brainwashed
Zoom and other platforms have made virtual meetings very convenient and allow people in different locations to gather together in one place. Still, virtual meetings can be inefficient and can waste a ...Show More
3) Ridiculous Rules of the English Language & How Infrastructure Keeps Cities Moving
People prefer to pay for things with plastic more than cash today. While it is convenient, it creates a problem that is likely costing you quite a bit of money. This episode begins by explaining the ...Show More
4) Why Everything We Do Matters & The Importance of Big Tech Oversight - SYSK Choice
Human touch feels good — but it may also do far more than we realize. From a reassuring hand on the shoulder to a long hug or massage, deliberate touch can trigger measurable biological responses in t...Show More
5) Why We Buy Cheap Stuff - Then Regret It & Important Clues About Your Health
There’s an art — and a surprising amount of psychology — behind giving a great compliment. When done well, flattery can strengthen relationships, build trust, and make people more receptive. When done...Show More
6) Bonus: SYSK TRENDING - Finding Your Motivation
SYSK TRENDING takes a look back at conversations from the Something You Should Know archive that connect directly to topics people are talking about right now. Motivation is one of them. We tend to ...Show More
7) The Human Need to Matter & The Enduring Appeal of Cats
You’ve probably been told to be grateful for what you have — but that advice isn’t just feel-good wisdom. Research shows that intentionally expressing gratitude can actually change how your brain func...Show More
8) Our Strange Relationship With Robots & What is Confidence? - SYSK Choice
In almost every job interview, there’s one question that catches people off guard — not because it’s rare, but because most candidates think they already know how to answer it. They don’t. This episod...Show More
9) Why You Click With Some People & How to Pursue Anything with Excellence
If you want a conversation to feel more engaging and connected, there’s a small, often overlooked detail that can quietly shape how the other person experiences you before either of you even says a wo...Show More
10) How Great Ideas Are Born & Why We Stick With People Like Us
Written communication strips away tone, facial expression, and nuance — which is why texts and emails are so easy to misinterpret. Sarcasm, humor, and intent can get lost, sometimes with awkward or co...Show More