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The Peerless Review
by The Peerless Review
Every week, hosts Brienna and Kyra dive into the science behind the s%!t you care about, from the latest trends to relationships, sex, and more.
Episodes
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Why (Some People) are Bad at Sports
This week our hosts tell you about the science behind clumsiness and why you might have hated PE class. Feeling inadequate compared to Simone Biles? Don’t worry- there’s nothing you can do to get that good! Articles: Dyspraxia in Clinical Education; A Review Walker et al Life Experiences of Young...
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Pillowtalk: The Science Behind Relationship Satisfaction
Our hosts dive into what creates and benefits relationship satisfaction, as well as exploring the views people have of their own relationships.
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Could Usain Bolt if His Name Wasn't Bolt? The Science Behind Nominal Determinism
What’s in a name? This week your hosts discuss whether your name can influence what people think about you, with the data to back it up. Instagram: @thepeerlessreview @frecklesetc @brienna.ka Resources: https://publishing.rcseng.ac.uk/doi/full/10.1308/147363515X14134529299420...
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Is There a Gay Gene??
Scientists don’t always get it right, but the research doesn’t lie: being a member of the LGBTQ+ community is nothing new. Our hosts celebrate Pride Month this week by discussing gayness throughout history and the research behind the genetics of being queer. TW: Violence against the LGBTQ+...
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No Ragrets: The Science Behind Tattoos
This week on the podcast, our hosts are back to talk about tattoos! 40% of Americans have a tattoo, and with quarantine ending now is a great time to spend all your cash... maybe on an electronic tattoo?
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A Helping Hand: The Science Behind Vibrators
Social distancing got you down? Sex toys have a storied history and this week our hosts explain their medical origins and how modern tech has empowered the sexuality of everybody! Socials: @thepeerlessreview @brienna.ka @frecklesetc Resources Prevalence and characteristics of vibrator use by…
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Botox Might Be Poison: The Science Behind Botox
This week Kyra and Brienna discuss the benefits and perils of botox injections, made from one of the most deadly toxins known to man! Is your hot girl summer worth the risk? Find out all about what botox is made of, how it works, and the medical and cosmetic benefits of it. Instagram:...
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Light it Up: The Science Behind Cannabis Use
Speaking of green things and in honor of the 4/20 holiday, get ready for an extra-chill episode this week! Your hosts dive into the science and history behind marijuana, prohibition, and the war on drugs. @thepeerlessreview @freckesetc @brienna.ka Articles: The Benefits of Marijuana Legalization...
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Green is Just a Color: The Science Behind Greenwashing
Capitalism is at it again and this time they're lying to you about the 'green' products you consume. Join us this week where we talk about the dangers of greenwashing, the impact of ESG's, biodegradable plastics, and potential solutions. Instagram: @thepeerlessreview @brienna.ka @frecklesetc...
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Evergiven and the Worm Moon: The Science Behind the Suez Canal
This week we have decided we are done with critical thinking! We're talking about how the moon saved global trade, a 7 year long Suez Canal party, and not one mention of postmodern economic despair! Yes this may have been hot news last week but we're making trade routes sexy again. Instagram:...
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Birds Aren't Real: The Science Behind Conspiracy Theories
We're talking all about conspiracy theories this week! We talk our favorite conspiracies, election conspiracies, and the absolute truth about how birds aren't real. Instagram: @thepeerlessreview @frecklesetc @brienna.ka Twitter: @peerlessreview_ LINKS:...
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Does Spotify Know You're Single: The Science Behind Music Streaming
This week we're talking all about music streaming services! We discuss how the algorithms work, how the music industry has shifted thanks to streaming services, and why capitalism ruins everything. FOLLOW US: Instagram: @thepeerlessreview @brienna.ka @frecklesetc Twitter: @peerlessreview_…
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No Science, Just Bachelor
We're taking a little break from articles + scientific reading this weekand we're talking all about everyone's favorite guilty pleasure! We discuss the new bachelorette, Matt James' season, how we would do on the Bachelor, and who we want to see on BIP this year.
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The Science Behind Corsets
Join us this week where we talk all about current corset trends, the history of the corset, and politicalization of fashion! Leave us a comment on our Instagram and let us know what you think! FOLLOW US: Instagram: @thepeerlessreview @brienna.ka @frecklesetc Twitter: @peerlessreview_ PAPERS +...
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The Science Behind Polyamory
Join us this week where we talk all about the science behind non-monogamy! We discuss bad scientific takes, the benefits of having multiple partners, and whether non-monogamous people are happier. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter! @thepeerlessreview @brienna.ka @frecklesetc Articles Mentioned...
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The Science Behind Dating Apps
Happy Valentines day! Join us this week where we talk the science of dating apps; who is using them, why people are on them, the algorithms behind them, and our own tinder stories! Papers mentioned: A Prototype Willingness Approach to the Relation Between Geo-social Dating Apps and Willingness to...
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Every week, hosts Brienna and Kyra dive into the science behind the s%!t you care about, from the latest trends to relationships, sex, and more.
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