Cuddle Deny, Anxiety: Hi! - May 22, 2025

David and foreign correspondent Tony Five's top story for News You Can't Use: Firm posts lucrative office cat sitting job – Lisa Bond from the firm joins the show. Couples therapist Dr. Josh Novak goes over a study finding that couples who cuddle at bedtime feel more secure and less stressed. Tony Five rejoins the program to sing a jingle and discuss boundaries. On It's Time For Technology Time, Carmi Levy covers topics: Bankrupt DNA testing company 23andMe to be bought by Regeneron; Netflix will show generative AI ads midway through streams in 2026; China installs kill switches in solar panels sold to the West; and Google's AI Mode reportedly replacing iconic I'm feeling lucky button. Eva Buechel reveals that managers penalize employees for unplugging, even as they recognize its value. Writer and career coach Samuel Dunsiger explains why he quit his job and went back to school. Dr. Daniela Pirani and Dr. Vera Hoelscher reveal why women seldom propose to men – and what happens when they do. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:13) Lisa Bond & Tony Five (09:59) Dr. Josh Novak (19:59) Tony Five (29:59) Carmi Levy pt. 1 (39:49) Carmi Levy pt. 2 (49:49) Eva Buechel (59:49) Samuel Dunsiger (1:09:49) Dr. Daniela Pirani & Dr. Vera Hoelscher (1:19:18) Sign-off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices