The Last Show with David Cooper

Veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford discusses the emotional benefits of pets, differences between cats and dogs, and insights from recent studies on pet-human interactions. Discover what science says about how pets impact our stress levels and happiness over the long term. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lisa Wexler interviews Lisa Zeiderman, a matrimonial attorney in New York, about the legal and financial aspects of divorce. They cover topics like automatic orders, statements of net worth, depositions, and how to prepare for divorce proceedings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carmi Levy discusses the latest in tech, including Meta's settlement over youth protection, the impact of social media on kids, and the use of AI in music production. He also shares insights on legal cases against social media giants and emerging tech trends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We explore the impact of trade tensions between the US and Canada, featuring insights from Mayor Jim Diodati of Niagara Falls. We discuss economic effects, cross-border relations, and the enduring friendship between the two nations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carmi Levy discusses the latest in tech, including Meta's settlement over youth protection, the impact of social media on kids, and the use of AI in music production. Lisa Zeiderman, a matrimonial attorney in New York, talks about the legal and financial aspects of divorce. We explore the impact of trade tensions between the US and Canada, featuring insights from Mayor Jim Diodati of Niagara Falls. Veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford discusses the emotional benefits of pets, differences between cats and dogs, and insights from recent studies on pet-human interactions. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:09) Carmi Levy pt. 1 (10:00) Carmi Levy pt. 2 (20:00) Lisa Zeiderman pt. 1 (30:00) Lisa Zeiderman pt. 2 (39:50) Lisa Wexler (49:50) Jim Diodati (59:50) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 1 (1:09:50) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 2 (1:19:09) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aditi Bharade from Business Insider discusses China's recent opening of its internet to Western users, the implications for travelers, and the broader context of China's tech ecosystem and tourism strategies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aubrey de Grey discusses the science of aging, the potential for extending health span, and the current state of anti-aging research. He clarifies misconceptions about immortality and shares insights into practical advancements in longevity science. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Robert N. Kraft explores the concept of prospective memory and its role in relationships, highlighting how memory influences shared experiences and the division of labor in partnerships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Robert N. Kraft explores the concept of prospective memory and its role in relationships, highlighting how memory influences shared experiences and the division of labor in partnerships. Aditi Bharade from Business Insider discusses China's recent opening of its internet to Western users, the implications for travelers, and the broader context of China's tech ecosystem and tourism strategies. Aubrey de Grey discusses the science of aging, the potential for extending health span, and the current state of anti-aging research. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:07) Dr. Robert N. Kraft pt. 1 (10:00) Dr. Robert N. Kraft pt. 1 (20:00) Aditi Bharade pt. 1 (30:00) Aditi Bharade pt. 2 (39:50) Lisa Wexler (49:50) Aubrey de Grey pt. 1 (59:50) Aubrey de Grey pt. 2 (1:09:50) Aubrey de Grey pt. 3 (1:19:09) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professor Nathan Radke discusses the rise of conspiracy theories, their psychological appeal, and their impact on society, including parallels with religion and the importance of understanding beliefs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Callie Ahlgrim from Business Insider discusses the rise of divorce influencers, the normalization of sharing personal life stories online, and the impact on perceptions of divorce and independence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Vincent Racaniello, a microbiology and immunology professor at Columbia University, discusses the history, science, and current challenges of polio vaccination efforts worldwide. He explains the differences between the Salk and Sabin vaccines, the reasons behind vaccine hesitancy, and the importance of global eradication strategies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Vincent Racaniello, a microbiology and immunology professor at Columbia University, discusses the history, science, and current challenges of polio vaccination efforts worldwide. Callie Ahlgrim from Business Insider discusses the rise of divorce influencers, the normalization of sharing personal life stories online, and the impact on perceptions of divorce and independence. Professor Nathan Radke discusses the rise of conspiracy theories, their psychological appeal, and their impact on society, including parallels with religion and the importance of understanding beliefs. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (00:56) Dr. Vincent Racaniello pt. 1 (10:00) Dr. Vincent Racaniello pt. 2 (20:00) Dr. Vincent Racaniello pt. 3 (30:00) Callie Ahlgrim (39:50) Lisa Wexler (49:50) Nathan Radke pt. 1 (59:50) Nathan Radke pt. 2 (1:09:50) Lisa Wexler (1:19:09) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Sarah Rugheimer discusses the impact of light pollution on astronomy, wildlife, and human health, emphasizing the urgent need for action to preserve dark skies and protect ecosystems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gary Direnfeld, a retired social worker and therapist, shares insights on how to support grieving loved ones, the importance of silence and space in emotional healing, and the dynamics of family relationships after loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professor Eric Kam discusses financial literacy, the concept of money maxing, and practical tips for young adults to manage their finances effectively. This episode emphasizes the importance of understanding money, avoiding unnecessary expenses, and making smart financial choices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professor Eric Kam explains the complexities of tariffs, trade dependencies, and their impact on the Canadian and U.S. economies amidst recent negotiations and tariffs disputes. Gary Direnfeld explores the complex emotions surrounding grief, loss, and the enduring bonds with loved ones. Dr. Sarah Rugheimer discusses the impact of light pollution on astronomy, wildlife, and human health, emphasizing the urgent need for action to preserve dark skies and protect ecosystems. Emma Zajdela discusses the surprising ways in which fashion, sustainability, and economics intersect. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:47) Eric Kam pt. 1 (10:00) Eric Kam pt. 2 (20:00) Gary Direnfeld pt. 1 (30:00) Gary Direnfeld pt. 2 (39:50) Sarah Rugheimer pt. 1 (49:50) Sarah Rugheimer pt. 2 (59:50) Emma Zajdela (1:09:50) Lisa Wexler (1:19:09) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pop culture writer ⁠Callie Ahlgrim⁠ explains what ⁠the Hollywood hype husband is: a savvy husband whose best career move is supporting his more famous wife⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Astrobiology professor ⁠Sarah Rugheimer⁠ reports on ⁠a 'river' of cosmic gas 1 trillion miles long that sent planets in the Orion constellation into tilted orbits⁠. Check out Sarah's course Experiencing James Webb on The Great Courses here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anesthesiologist ⁠Dr. Zack Meade⁠ breaks down medical misinformation involving ⁠taking blood pressure incorrectly⁠, ⁠a woman waking up from a knee replacement paralyzed⁠, and ⁠the efficacy of mammograms⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Career prosecutor and author ⁠Dr. Wendy Patrick⁠ outlines ⁠how children view AI and why it matters⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Media personality ⁠Caitlin Green⁠ covers how ⁠Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will make a shocking move back to the UK⁠, how ⁠Tom Holland stands to make over $100 million on the new Spider-Man movie⁠, and some new Gen Z slang. Catch Caitlin co-hosting The Jann Arden Podcast here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Physical activity researcher ⁠Natan Feter⁠ reveals how ⁠excessive time spent in front of the TV is linked to brain shrinkage⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Astrobiology professor Sarah Rugheimer reports on a 'river' of cosmic gas 1 trillion miles long that sent planets in the Orion constellation into tilted orbits. (Check out Sarah's course Experiencing James Webb on The Great Courses here.) Pop culture writer Callie Ahlgrim explains what the Hollywood hype husband is: a savvy husband whose best career move is supporting his more famous wife. Media personality Caitlin Green covers how Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will make a shocking move back to the UK, how Tom Holland stands to make over $100 million on the new Spider-Man movie, and some new Gen Z slang. (Catch Caitlin co-hosting The Jann Arden Podcast here.) Physical activity researcher Natan Feter reveals how excessive time spent in front of the TV is linked to brain shrinkage. Career prosecutor and author Dr. Wendy Patrick outlines how children view AI and why it matters. Anesthesiologist Dr. Zack Meade breaks down medical misinformation involving taking blood pressure incorrectly, a woman waking up from a knee replacement paralyzed, and the efficacy of mammograms. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:11) Sarah Rugheimer (10:00) Callie Ahlgrim (20:00) Caitlin Green pt. 1 (30:00) Caitlin Green pt. 2 (39:50) Natan Feter (49:50) Dr. Wendy Patrick (59:50) Dr. Zack Meade pt. 1 (1:09:50) Dr. Zack Meade pt. 2 (1:19:09) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Virologist ⁠Vincent Racaniello⁠ from ⁠MicrobeTV⁠ discusses ⁠the cancer vaccine that's showing promise in a late-stage trial⁠ and demystifies how national vaccine schedules are put together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On It's Time for Technology Time, tech analyst ⁠Carmi Levy⁠ covers these industry stories: Flock announces changes amid backlash over its license plate reader network⁠; Futuristic mosquito-zapping laser now available to buy⁠; UK Prime Minister exchanged messages with impersonator of top Trump aide⁠; OpenAI introduces 'ChatGPT for Teens' as safety concerns grow⁠; and The Pixel Watch 5 no longer ships with a carcinogenic band⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday, therapist and social worker ⁠Gary Direnfeld⁠ walks us through dealing with anxieties associated with a young child's first day of school. Then, the conversation shifts to stress dreams many of us have about our school days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Vet Talk or Pet Talk, veterinarian ⁠Dr. Cliff Redford⁠ reports on the following stories from the animal world: Alaska athlete uses bear spray to fend off attack⁠ (and ⁠what are effective bear deterrents⁠); How some 'cheating' birds change their tune⁠; Dog food recalled in the UK after reports of pets losing their sight⁠; and How echolocation lets animals – and some humans – navigate by sound⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On It's Time for Technology Time, tech analyst Carmi Levy covers these industry stories: Flock announces changes amid backlash over its license plate reader network; Futuristic mosquito-zapping laser now available to buy; UK Prime Minister exchanged messages with impersonator of top Trump aide; OpenAI introduces 'ChatGPT for Teens' as safety concerns grow; and The Pixel Watch 5 no longer ships with a carcinogenic band. Virologist Vincent Racaniello from MicrobeTV discusses the cancer vaccine that's showing promise in a late-stage trial and demystifies how national vaccine schedules are put together. On Vet Talk or Pet Talk, veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford reports on the following stories from the animal world: Alaska athlete uses bear spray to fend off attack (and what are effective bear deterrents); How some 'cheating' birds change their tune; Dog food recalled in the UK after reports of pets losing their sight; and How echolocation lets animals – and some humans – navigate by sound. For Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday, therapist and social worker Gary Direnfeld walks us through dealing with anxieties associated with a young child's first day of school. Then, the conversation shifts to stress dreams many of us have about our school days. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:01) Carmi Levy pt. 1 (10:00) Carmi Levy pt. 2 (20:00) Vincent Racaniello pt. 1 (30:00) Vincent Racaniello pt. 2 (39:50) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 1 (49:50) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 2 (59:50) Gary Direnfeld pt. 1 (1:09:50) Gary Direnfeld pt. 2 (1:19:09) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author ⁠Lindsay Owens⁠ outlines ⁠why she wrote Gouged⁠, a book that explains how companies use technology, hidden fees, data, and other deceptive pricing tactics to charge consumers more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Astrophysics professor ⁠Jesse Rogerson⁠ joins the program to cover these science news items: Our survival might one day rely on nuking a city killer asteroid and scientists just tested whether it'll work⁠; Sugar-sweetened beverages linked to stomach cancer for the first time⁠; Ancient humans may have evolved a remarkable trick to survive the last Ice Age⁠; Avocados switch sex on a daily basis, and now we finally know how⁠; NASA rover zapped a rock on Mars and found a gemstone surprise⁠; and Ghosts of forgotten memories may linger in the brain and study suggests they could even be restored⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clinical psychologist specializing in sex therapy ⁠Marianne Brandon⁠ makes the case that the equality we strive for outside the bedroom accidentally flattens desire, and how being nice to each other sometimes kills sexual tension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Astrophysics professor Jesse Rogerson joins the program to cover these science news items: Our survival might one day rely on nuking a city killer asteroid and scientists just tested whether it'll work; Sugar-sweetened beverages linked to stomach cancer for the first time; Ancient humans may have evolved a remarkable trick to survive the last Ice Age; Avocados switch sex on a daily basis, and now we finally know how; NASA rover zapped a rock on Mars and found a gemstone surprise; and Ghosts of forgotten memories may linger in the brain and study suggests they could even be restored. Author Lindsay Owens outlines why she wrote Gouged, a book that explains how companies use technology, hidden fees, data, and other deceptive pricing tactics to charge consumers more. Clinical psychologist specializing in sex therapy Marianne Brandon makes the case that the equality we strive for outside the bedroom accidentally flattens desire, and how being nice to each other sometimes kills sexual tension. Life sciences professor Dr. Ayelet Erez reveals how Viagra's active ingredient appears to trap cholesterol inside cancer cells, potentially limiting their ability to spread. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:02) Jesse Rogerson pt. 1 (10:00) Jesse Rogerson pt. 2 (20:00) Jesse Rogerson pt. 3 (30:00) Lindsay Owens pt. 1 (39:50) Lindsay Owens pt. 2 (49:50) Marianne Brandon pt. 1 (59:50) Marianne Brandon pt. 2 (1:09:50) Dr. Ayelet Erez (1:19:09) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Astronomy and physics professor ⁠Pieter van Dokkum⁠ goes over his observations showing how ⁠a dying star is fueling the galaxy's cosmic recycling system⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Psychiatry professor ⁠Dr. Joe Pierre⁠ reveals why ⁠some people believe AI chatbots are conscious and why that can be problematic⁠. Find Joe's book False: How Mistrust, Disinformation, and Motivated Reasoning Make Us Believe Things that Aren't True here⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Psychology professor ⁠Dr. Shane Kraus⁠ from the ⁠Behavioral Addictions Lab⁠ talks about phone addiction: how severe they can get, and ⁠how to overcome them⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professor of counseling psychology ⁠Joel Wong⁠ explains ⁠how to see your life as a miracle⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

York-based clinical psychologist ⁠⁠Dr. Lindsay Weisner⁠⁠ discusses ⁠⁠how true crime content may reduce symptoms of anxiety, fear, and insecurity⁠⁠. ⁠Listen to Lindsay's podcast Crimes of Long Island here⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Astronomy and physics professor Pieter van Dokkum goes over his observations showing how a dying star is fueling the galaxy's cosmic recycling system. Psychiatry professor Dr. Joe Pierre reveals why some people believe AI chatbots are conscious and why that can be problematic. (Find Joe's book False: How Mistrust, Disinformation, and Motivated Reasoning Make Us Believe Things that Aren't True here.) New York-based clinical psychologist Dr. Lindsay Weisner discusses how true crime content may reduce symptoms of anxiety, fear, and insecurity. (Listen to Lindsay's podcast Crimes of Long Island here.) Professor of counseling psychology Joel Wong explains how to see your life as a miracle. Psychology professor Dr. Shane Kraus from the Behavioral Addictions Lab talks about phone addiction: how severe they can get, and how to overcome them. Then, journalist and translator Eric Stone gives a personal example of overcoming phone addiction and tells David what worked for him. For Conspiracy Corner, professor of conspiracy studies Nathan Radke outlines how scams we might have seen in the back of comic books years ago have grown up for the digital age. (Check out Nathan's new book Uncover Up: How to Think Clearly in an Age of Conspiracies here.) Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:33) Pieter van Dokkum (10:00) Dr. Joe Pierre (20:00) Dr. Lindsay Weisner (30:00) Joel Wong (39:50) Dr. Shane Kraus (49:50) Eric Stone (59:50) Nathan Radke pt. 1 (1:09:50) Nathan Radke pt. 2 (1:19:14) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Journalist ⁠Emi Nietfeld⁠ explains how she ⁠reported the fascinating story of a Chinese man who hired a Florida surrogate, then failed to pick up his children, sparking a custody battle that could upend the entire US surrogacy industry⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Economics professor ⁠Eric Kam⁠ weighs in on these dilemmas: A coworker mispronouncing a name repeatedly⁠; Someone who charges their friends a late fee for shared expenses⁠; and A roommate who hides the toilet paper arguing they're the one who paid for it⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Licensed mental health counselor and culinary therapist ⁠Dr. Michael Kocet⁠ digs into ⁠why cooking for others has mental health benefits for the cook⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Vet Talk or Pet Talk, veterinarian – and definitely a doctor – ⁠Cliff Redford⁠ covers the following: Gene-edited beagles may offer a future option for people with dog allergies⁠; The bootlace worm is super-long, super-elastic, and it fires toxic slime⁠; The moscardón bumblebee – the panda of the insect world – creates buzz for invertebrate of the year⁠; and A jellyfish has cracked the code to immortality, and it can restart its life as many times as it wants⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Journalist Emi Nietfeld explains how she reported the fascinating story of a Chinese man who hired a Florida surrogate, then failed to pick up his children, sparking a custody battle that could upend the entire US surrogacy industry. For Vet Talk or Pet Talk, veterinarian – and definitely a doctor – Cliff Redford covers the following: Gene-edited beagles may offer a future option for people with dog allergies; The bootlace worm is super-long, super-elastic, and it fires toxic slime; The moscardón bumblebee – the panda of the insect world – creates buzz for invertebrate of the year; and A jellyfish has cracked the code to immortality, and it can restart its life as many times as it wants. Licensed mental health counselor and culinary therapist Dr. Michael Kocet digs into why cooking for others has mental health benefits for the cook. Economics professor Eric Kam weighs in on these dilemmas: A coworker mispronouncing a name repeatedly; Someone who charges their friends a late fee for shared expenses; and A roommate who hides the toilet paper arguing they're the one who paid for it. Biology professor Daniel Blumstein reveals how and why marmots are now on OnlyFans to raise money for research and whether birds fear women more than men. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (00:56) Emi Nietfeld pt. 1 (10:00) Emi Nietfeld pt. 2 (20:00) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 1 (30:00) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 2 (39:50) Dr. Michael Kocet (49:50) Eric Kam (59:50) Daniel Blumstein pt. 1 (1:09:50) Daniel Blumstein pt. 2 (1:19:09) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech analyst ⁠Carmi Levy⁠ joins David for It's Time for Technology Time, covering these stories from the industry: Zuckerberg's superyacht ignored emergency channel, and failed to aid stranded boat⁠; Booksellers suspect AI firms are buying and then destroying rare books⁠; An OpenClaw agent reportedly hacked a gym's booking system and kicked someone off a waiting list⁠; Danish high schoolers will have to verbally defend written assignments, in a government move to combat AI cheating⁠; and SK Hynix pledges $38 billion to build two new DRAM and NAND factories⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Psychotherapist and author ⁠Nancy Colier⁠ explains why ⁠it's important to stop fixing a relationship that's not working⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Psychology professor ⁠Derek Arnold⁠ digs into how ⁠people with aphantasia – people who have no "mind's eye" – dream vividly in color, but can't picture anything awake⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neurogeneticist and mosquito expert ⁠Dr. Matthew DeGennaro⁠ outlines ⁠why some people can stand outside on a summer evening without a single mosquito bite and others get absolutely devoured⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life sciences professor ⁠Dr. Ayelet Erez⁠ reveals how ⁠Viagra's active ingredient appears to trap cholesterol inside cancer cells, potentially limiting their ability to spread⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech analyst Carmi Levy joins David for It's Time for Technology Time, covering these stories from the industry: Zuckerberg's superyacht ignored emergency channel, and failed to aid stranded boat; Booksellers suspect AI firms are buying and then destroying rare books; An OpenClaw agent reportedly hacked a gym's booking system and kicked someone off a waiting list; Danish high schoolers will have to verbally defend written assignments, in a government move to combat AI cheating; and SK Hynix pledges $38 billion to build two new DRAM and NAND factories. Life sciences professor Dr. Ayelet Erez reveals how Viagra's active ingredient appears to trap cholesterol inside cancer cells, potentially limiting their ability to spread. Neurogeneticist and mosquito expert Dr. Matthew DeGennaro outlines why some people can stand outside on a summer evening without a single mosquito bite and others get absolutely devoured. Psychotherapist and author Nancy Colier explains why it's important to stop fixing a relationship that's not working. Psychology professor Derek Arnold digs into how people with aphantasia – people who have no "mind's eye" – dream vividly in color, but can't picture anything awake. Psychology professor Paul Eastwick – co-host of the Love Factually podcast – talks about 'The Friend Zone', the trope that if men seem too nice and if they're friends with women, they will be taken advantage of. (Check out Paul's book Bonded by Evolution here.) Segments: (00:00) Introduction (01:01) Carmi Levy pt. 1 (10:00) Carmi Levy pt. 2 (20:00) Dr. Ayelet Erez (30:00) Dr. Matthew DeGennaro (39:50) Nancy Colier (49:50) Derek Arnold (59:50) Paul Eastwick pt. 1 (1:09:50) Paul Eastwick pt. 2 (1:19:09) Sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices