Best Emily Servodidio Podcasts (2024)

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Asthma & ADHD, Whale Codas, Hidden Lithium 12:37

42m ago12:37

12:37

Today, you’ll learn about the possible link between asthma, ADHD, and income in children, how whale communication is much more complex than we thought, and the secret lithium hidden away for millions of years under Pennsylvania. Asthma & ADHD “ADHD, asthma, and economic hardship: New research suggests a causal pathway.” by Eric W. Dolan. 2024. “Ass…

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Brainstem Dial, Centipedes & Kidneys, AI Ghosts 11:41

18m ago11:41

11:41

Today, you’ll learn about an accidental discovery of a dial in the brainstem that controls the body’s inflammation level, how centipedes might offer a treatment for kidney disease, and the problem with bringing back our deceased loved ones using AI. Brainstem Dial “Found: the dial in the brain that controls the immune system.” by Giorgia Guglielmi.…

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Sleeping Brain, Bamboo Glass, Leprosy & Squirrels 11:31

1h ago11:31

11:31

Today, you’ll learn about how sleep isn’t the brain detoxifier we thought it was, a new glass made out of bamboo, and the connection between leprosy and red squirrels in medieval England. Sleeping Brain “Sleep does not help brain wash out toxins, study suggests.” by Hannah Devlin. 2024. “The sleep-deprived human brain.” by Adam J. Krause, et al. 20…

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Fiction Readers, Bird Flu Transmission, Beluga Heads 11:12

2h ago11:12

11:12

Today, you’ll learn about how reading fiction could make you smarter, the first ever likely transmission of bird flu from a cow to a human, and how a beluga whale communicates with its squishy head. Fiction Readers “People who read a lot of fiction tend to have better cognitive skills, study finds.” by Eric W. Dolan. 2024. “Cognitive effects and co…

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Tobacco Treatment, Clean Touchscreen, Parrot Stepdads 12:14

13m ago12:14

12:14

Today, you’ll learn about a new and stimulating method that could potentially help smokers kick the habit, an innovative copper coating that kills bacteria on touchscreens, and the little birds that sometimes make for great stepdads. Tobacco Treatment “Can brain stimulation help people kick their tobacco addiction?” by Eric W. Dolan. 2024. “Why Won…

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LISK Ep. 25: One Year Since Rex Heuermann's Arrest and Everything's Changed 38:14

8h ago38:14

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As we mark one year since Rex Heuermann became the face of the Long Island Serial Killer, thanks to the Suffolk County DA charging him with 6 murders, we look back and put into context what we’ve learned. We get an inside look into what it takes to run a multi-agency taskforce and prosecute a prolific serial killer on a cold case. Then, we chat wit…

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Shark Oil, Eco-Friendly Lubricant, Historic Land Management 12:05

4d ago12:05

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Today, you’ll learn about the demand for a compound called squalene that is decimating deepwater shark populations, an amazing effort to create an eco-friendly lubricant using green chemistry, and the surprising connection between shepherds, women, and wildfires. Shark Oil “Deepwater Sharks Are Threatened by Demand for Liver Oil.” by David Shiffman…

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Ghost Shark, Grief Treatment, Blood Vessel Coordination 11:13

2d ago11:13

11:13

Today, you’ll learn about a newly discovered deep sea ghost shark, the best way to treat prolonged grief disorder, and how the blood vessels in our brain coordinate to improve brain functioning. Ghost Shark “‘Ghost shark’ with enormous head and giant iridescent eyes discovered off Thailand.” by Elise Poore. 2024. “Chimaera.” Shark Trust. 2020. “Chi…

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Thresher Shark, Laron Syndrome, Sad Music 12:07

3d ago12:07

12:07

Today, you’ll learn about the incredible dynamics that make the thresher shark so good at threshing, how people with a rare growth disorder might actually have an advantage that leads to longer lifespans, and why people listen to sad music. Thresher Shark Fear the Tails, Not the Jaws, of These ‘Weirdo’ Sharks.” by Kate Golembiewski. 2024. “Vertebra…

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LISK Ep.24: The Cold Cases That Might Be Connected to LISK 38:48

8d ago38:48

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Heuermann stands charged with the murders known as the Gilgo Four, but the refined MO associated with those killings leads many to believe they could not have been the killer’s first. We take a deep dive into some of the other unsolved cases in and around Long Island that sparked renewed interest in light of Heuermann’s arrest. Hosted on Acast. See…

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Newborn Great White, Long-Term Flu Shot, Consciousness Map 12:00

8d ago12:00

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Today, you’ll learn about the possible holy grail of great white shark sightings, a new flu vaccine that could knock out every strain and last a long time, and a map of human consciousness. Newborn Great White “Great white sighting may reveal ‘holy grail’ of shark science.” by Katie Hunt. 2024. “Novel aerial observations of a possible newborn white…

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Hammerhead Embryos, Free Throw Touch, Kinky Alloy 11:30

9d ago11:30

11:30

Today, you’ll learn about the rare study of a hammerhead shark embryo, how touching your teammate might help them make free throws, and a super alloy that doesn’t break - it kinks. Hammerhead Embryos “Secrets of Hammerhead Sharks Revealed in ‘Very Rare’ Images.” by Robyn White. 2024. “Bonnethead shark.” David A. Ebert, et al. 2021. “Are Hammerhead …

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Giant Shark, Barred Owl Cull, Misophonia Stress 12:28

10d ago12:28

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Today, you’ll learn about a massive prehistoric shark, the controversial plan to kill millions of barred owls, and how a condition called misophonia could be linked to stress and trauma. Giant Shark “Ancient, 30-foot relative of great white shark unearthed in Mexico quarry.” by Melissa Hobson. 2024. “Exceptionally preserved shark fossils from Mexic…

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LISK Ep.23: The Two Outlier Cases 43:02

11d ago43:02

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Asian Doe and Andre Isaac, also known as Sugar Bear, are the two biological male victims associated with the Long Island Serial Killer. What do these two outlier cases tell us about the killer or killers, the investigation and the role the media played in the case? We deep dive into these fascinating unsolved murders, what makes them different and …

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Robotic Nerve Cuffs, Orangutan Medicine, Ritual Nostalgia 12:04

15d ago12:04

12:04

Today, you’ll learn about tiny robotic nerve cuffs, an orangutan that treated its own wound with medicine, and how nostalgia encourages us to take part in rituals. Robotic Nerve Cuffs “Robotic nerve ‘cuffs’ could help treat a range of neurological conditions.” University of Cambridge. 2024. “Peripheral Nervous System (PNS).” Cleveland Clinic. 2022.…

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Universal Donors, Exercise & Time, Eggshell Plastic 11:02

16d ago11:02

11:02

Today, you’ll learn about a new way to turn certain blood types into universal blood types that could save countless lives, how exercise makes time slow down, and the new plastic made of eggshells that could clean up our water and stop plastic pollution. Universal Donors “Bacterial enzyme strips away blood types to create universal donor blood.” by…

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Microgravity Effects, Octocoral, Menstrual Sync 11:22

17d ago11:22

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Today, you’ll learn about how microgravity affects sleep and physiological rhythms, the half a billion year old bioluminescent octocoral, and the truth about women’s synchronized menstrual cycles. Microgravity Effects “Simulated microgravity affects sleep and physiological rhythms.” EurekAlert! 2024. “Effect of 60 days of head down tilt bed rest on…

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LISK Ep.22: Rex Heuermann Caught in His Own Digital Web 45:59

20d ago45:59

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Burner phones, fake emails and aliases, Rex Heuermann allegedly weaved a careful digital web to hide his identity but investigators were smarter. We deep dive into how law enforcement unraveled his secret identities and what it says about him. Then, we hear from a woman who experienced his stalking personally. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…

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Venus Environment, Forest Stewardship, Auto-Brewery Syndrome 11:29

22d ago11:29

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Today, you’ll learn about the life-crushing conditions on Venus that could actually tell us about life elsewhere in the universe, how indigenous cultural fire burning could help us create healthier forests, and the people who brew beer in their stomachs. Venus Environment “To find life in the universe, look to deadly Venus.” EurekAlert! 2024. “Davi…

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Thistle Extract, Artificial Cells, Autism Language 10:59

24d ago10:59

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Today, you’ll learn about the amazing regenerative effects of thistle extract on damaged nerves, the first synthetic, lab-made cells, and new insights into the development of language in people with autism. Thistle Extract “Thistle extract accelerates nerve regeneration by up to 29%.” by Paul McClure. 2024. “Nerves.” Byju’s. N.d. “Cnicin promotes f…

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LISK Ep.21: Should Shannan Gilbert's Case Be Re-Examined? 43:13

27d ago43:13

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This is the call Suffolk County police didn’t want you to hear. What do we know about the night Shannan Gilbert went missing? Allegations of drugs, money, sex, all adding up to one big mystery. Death by misadventure or something much more sinister? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Clean Water Walking, Metafluid, Underwater Bees 10:42

28d ago10:42

10:42

Today, you’ll learn about a new way to purify water simply by walking, robots controlled by liquid and rubber balls, and an accident that led to a wild discovery about bumblebees. Clean Water Walking “Walking-induced electrostatic charges enable in situ electroporated disinfection in portable water bottles.” by Young-Jun Kim, et al. 2024. “Freshwat…

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Dragon History, Gold Atom Layer, Low Pressure Diamonds 11:55

1M ago11:55

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Today, you’ll learn about the history of dragons, a lab-made gold that’s only a single atom thick, and a new low pressure way to make diamonds. Dragon History “Dragons: A brief history of the mythical, fire-breathing beasts.” by Callum McKelvie & Benjamin Radford. 2022. “A Natural History of Dragons.” by Livia Gershon. 2022. “Job 41.” Bible Study T…

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Brooke Williamson on Becoming a Triple Threat Titan 35:39

1M ago35:39

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Chef Brooke Williamson shares how she became one of Bobby Flay's titans on Bobby’s Triple Threat, describing the intense yet authentic atmosphere of the show and reflecting on memorable moments. She discusses the dynamics among fellow titans Michael Voltaggio and Tiffany Derry, highlighting their growing camaraderie and mutual support. Brooke delve…

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CO2 Into Electricity, Shapeshifting Cancer, Zebrafish 11:23

1M ago11:23

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Today, you’ll learn about a new tech that could turn all that nasty CO2 into electricity, the genes that allow cancer cells to metastasize, and the incredible, healing hearts of zebrafish. CO2 Into Electricity “Electricity generation from carbon dioxide adsorption by spatially nanoconfined ion separation.” by Zhuyuan Wang, et al. 2024. “Novel Nanog…

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LISK Ep.20: Two Additional Murder Charges for Rex Heuermann 15:32

1M ago15:32

15:32

In a shocking twist, the accused Long Island Serial Killer, Rex Heuermann, has been charged with the murders of 2 more victims, blowing this case wide open. Different MOs, different locations and a now expanded alleged timeline from 1993-2010. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Left Hand Gene, Heat Wave Trees, Europa 12:34

1M ago12:34

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Today, you’ll learn about the genes that could make you left-handed, how trees are able to cope with heat waves, and what could possibly lie beneath the ice of Jupiter’s moon, Europa. Left Hand Gene “Gene involved in cell shape offers clues on left-handedness.” by Will Dunham. 2024. “Half a century of handedness research: Myths, truths; fictions, f…

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Brittney "Stikxz" Williams on Blending Jamaican Heat with Italian Flair 33:15

1M ago33:15

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Chef Brittney "Stikxz" Williams delves into the roots of her nickname, “Chef Stikxz,” tracing it back to her childhood. She discusses how her vibrant Jamaican heritage serves as the cornerstone of her culinary creations. She recounts a pivotal moment during her college years, where her trajectory shifted from sports management to culinary arts, und…

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When is Old Age?, Sensative Mothers, Neanderthal Homes 11:20

1M ago11:20

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Today, you’ll learn about how our perception of when old age hits is changing, a baby’s response to a happy face, and the housekeeping habits of neanderthals. When is Old Age? “Perception of when old age starts has increased over time, shows study.” by Nicola Davis. 2024. “Psychology and Aging.” APA PsycNet database. 2024. “The shift from old age t…

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