This Is Going Well, I Think with David Cooper

David calls producer Dani. Determining whether Dani dislikes David, they go through eight subtle behaviours someone who doesn't like you will display. London-based foreign correspondent Tony Five shares what he makes of the riots in England. Comedian Natalie Norman talks about stand-up comedy, seeing David in Canada, cat sitting, and more. PhD student in theoretical philosophy at Lund University, Sweden, Melina Tsapos discusses her paper: Should We Worry About Conspiracy Theorists Rejecting Experts? Associate physics professor at the Technical University of Denmark, Kaare H. Jensen tells David what kind of paper produces the worst paper cuts. Joe Fraser from the NHS in London talks about social prescribing and why it's good for your health.

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The show starts with The Science Appliance with bat biologist Dan Riskin. Dan and David talk about how they hung in Toronto last week. Dan goes over the deadliest paper cuts. Foreign correspondent Tony Five goes into a wild tale of a date gone wrong due to a near-homonym. David reveals how he dates with IBS. Another bat biologist, assistant professor of urban ecology at CUNY, Dr. Joanna Coleman warns of endangered bats being sold as decorations on Etsy. Doctoral student with the Division of Speech, Music & Hearing at the KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Axel Ekström shares his research on how chimpanzees may be capable of speech. Mathematician and author Amandine Aftalion shares facts you don't know about sports and science from her book of the same name. As is Friday tradition, David sings.

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David calls producer Dani to chat about cockroaches and reality survival shows. Nathan Radke joins for Conspiracy Corner and tells us why people rushing out to by 'medbeds' is a cautionary tale. (Check out Nathan's podcast The Uncover Up Conspiracy Cast.) Foreign correspondent Tony Five gives us another installment of TRTTTA: Tony's Random Topics To Talk About.Tissue engineers Dr. Sheila MacNeil from the University of Sheffield and Dr. Muhammad Yar from COMSATS University Islamabad share their new, novel baldness remedy breakthrough. Economics professor Dr. Eric Kam at Toronto Metropolitan University has a spirited debate with David about greedflation.

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David interviews technology expert Carmi Levy on It's Time For Technology Time.Carmi goes over powered pants, US border agents now needing warrants to search phones, the video game voice actor strike, and Elon Musk sharing a manipulated video on Twitter. After that, foreign correspondent Tony Five talks about the Southport tragedy. Tony brings a new game to the show: Tony's Random Things To Talk About (TRTTTA). Therapist Gary Direnfeld joins the show for Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesdayto discuss bad mouthing. Simpsons fanatic Chris Brazeau talks about the times the cartoon predicted the future. Finally, Ernestine Perkins from Purr & Bark Talent talks about what a pet talent agency can do for your dog or cat.

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David explains that NYC stinks this summer and calls producer Dani. Dani goes over eight habits of low quality people who never move forward in life. Assistant professor of psychology at MacEwan University Scott Semenyna explains his research that shows bisexual woman have dark personality traits, similar to straight men. Then, it's Sex, Et Cetera with sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty. Samantha discusses how and when we should set our friends up on dates. Foreign correspondent Tony Five and David chat about The Burning Man Event. Medicine professor at the University of Colorado James DeGregori talks about the risk of cancer increasing as we age and its link with inflammation. Finally, bioinformatician from the University of Bath, Benjamin Padilla-Morales walks us through research showing size doesn't matter for mammals with bigger brains.

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David jumps into a discussion with foreign correspondent Tony Five about ChatGPT's potential financial losses and an incident with the Manchester police. David takes the Trolly Problem and modifies it for high gravity situations. After that, it's Sam McKee, a doctoral researcher in history & philosophy of science at Manchester Metropolitan University on his article on how we'll need to modify our DNA to settle on other planets. Chicago-based Jennifer Peepas, author of advice blog Captain Awkward gives us tips for going home for the holidays when your family is a bit much. Graduate from the University of Waterloo in physics & astronomy Ben Nichol talks about an element created with a new kind of particle beam, and a newly discovered super Jupiter and hot Jupiter. Finally, intern Zach Zhang talks about gen Z's yearning for pre-digital dating.

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David covers a story about cocaine sharks, then calls producer Dani who shares common phrases that selfish people say. After that, it's The Science Appliance with science communicator Dan Riskin. Dan talks about a recent car part theft he fell victim to. David talks about "ninja rocks." Then it's Sex, Et Cetera with sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty. The two discuss how early childhood sexual shame can shape adulthood kinks and interests. David overshares, Samantha goes flush. London-based foreign correspondent Tony Five takes an interest in David's vacation and his father's friend. Finally, it's the latest outrageous stories from the travel industry on Travel, Travel, Travel with vacation expert Claire Newell, president of Travel Best Bets.

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David's top stories: A depressed black bear in Florida; Salmon sperm facials; and A physicist honored very, very late. After that, It's Time For Technology Time with tech expert Carmi Levy. Carmi and David cover the CrowdStrike-caused outages, Pornhub "pulling out" of Nebraska, and Apple telling users not to use Google Chrome. Then, foreign correspondent Tony Five and David discuss fish odor syndrome (trimethylaminuria), Joe Biden dropping out of the 2024 presidential race, and accent discrimination. Dr. Shir Atzil shares her research about how "super synchronizers" are more attractive. Finally, it's Ten Questions About NASCAR From An Idiot Who Knows Nothing About NASCARwith news manager and morning news anchor at 640 Toronto, Dave Bradley.

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David's top stories: Orange lobster avoids slaughter; Harvard study says aliens may walk among us; and 14ft boa constrictor found in NY plumbing. Then, professor of electrical engineering and computer science at University of Michigan, Rada Mihalcea dives into her research seeking to interpret dog barks using AI. After that, San Francisco-based stand-up comedian Natasha Vinik talks about men who play guitar in the bedroom, comedy roasts, and her recent breakup. Then foreign correspondent Tony Five and David go over the greatest days in Internet history. Finally, iHeartRadio Talk Network producer and beard wearing Tony Tedesco shares a study claiming men with beards make better romantic partners. As is now custom at the end of the week, David sings.

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Shirking his duty to go over the offbeat news of the day, David calls producer Dani to go over ten subtle ways to tell if someone dislikes you. Then, science communicator at the department of physics at University of Guelph, professor Orbax talks about lava tubes and bases on the moon and an icy and newly discovered planet. After that it's Proverbial Provincial News with foreign correspondent Tony Five. Finally, Toronto-based comedian Natalie Norman and David discuss web browser tab addiction, and the Burning Man festival.

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Because of a slow news day, David calls producer Dani to go over eight morning habits of unsuccessful people. After that, it's tardy therapist Gary Direnfeld for Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday. David shares the concept of a "bank account of goodwill," and Gary talks about yelling. Richard Binzel, a professor of planetary science at MIT, educates us on a special meteorite's 100th birthday. Veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford goes over an awful story of a dog poisoned by narcotics. (Don't worry, the puppy is okay!) Foreign correspondent Tony Five, feeling wistful, discusses public pools and Trump's VP running mate. Tony hatches a plan to become rich on OnlyFans.

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David's top stories: Brawl at the gynecologist office; The US national anthem, drunk; and Planet Stank. Then, Triin Randloo joins David to discuss her dating website SizeHim.com – which takes in a picture of a man's privates and predicts his size and shape. Foreign correspondent Tony Five and David try out SizeHim, and talk about how your super powers can be your "super weaknesses." After that, it's Sex, Et Ceterawheresexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty covers how to have a loving exit from a relationship. Finally, it's Jason "The Germ Guy" Tetro on whether ancient germs could trigger a plague today and how the mayor of Paris will swim in the polluted Seine.

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David's top stories: Space urine to space water; Etsy bans sex toys; and The curious case of hugging robbers.Music publicist and commentator Eric Alper discusses a K-pop AI experiment and the future of artificial intelligence in music. Licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist Chase Cassine goes over functional freeze. (Check out Chase's book The Sweetest Therapy.) Foreign correspondent Tony Five and David chat about the weekend's busy news cycle. Photographer Carmi Levy walks us through the dramatic photographs from the attempt on former president Trump's life.

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Foreign correspondent Tony Five takes over the show. Tony's top stories: Mom's on mushrooms; and Dog-to-human communication with AI. After that, Stéphane Deschênes, the first Canadian President of the International Federation of Naturists discusses International Skinny Dip Day and shares his nude beach etiquette tips. Then, it's psychotherapist Jourdan Travers on the question: Are crushes in relationships harmless or concerning? Tony Five returns to go over two separate Biden gaffes. Toronto-based comedian Natalie Norman shares details about her karaoke birthday. Finally, intern Zach Zhang discusses Pokemon Go, and he and David dive into a clickbait article.

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David's top stories: Nudists tackle pirate; Man stopped with 104 snakes in his pants; and British police dislike TV show named Piglets. Then, it's Conspiracy Corner with cultural history professor Nathan Radke. (Check out Nathan's podcast The Uncover Up Conspiracy Cast.) David and Nathan touch upon the bizarre Havana Syndrome. After that, It's Time for Technology Time with Carmi Levy. Topics covered from the tech industry: A large password leak; A Ticketmaster data breach; The new social media app "noplace"; and Nintendo's promise not to use generative AI. After that, it's Dr. Jennifer K. Peterson, medical entomologist and assistant professor at University of Delaware on the "deadly" kissing bugs discovered in Delaware. Finally, it's London-based foreign correspondent Tony Five on Britain's soccer success and Trump threatening to jail a certain billionaire, if elected.

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David's back from vacation with top stories: Spanish man takes six years off work unnoticed; and Mom steals candy from juvey. Then, it's The Science Appliancewith Dan Riskin. Dan tells David how ants amputate their nest-mates, about a man getting stung by a bea in the eyeball, that high ceilings make bad students, and about "The Puppy Blues." After that, it's Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday with therapist and social worker Gary Direnfeld. David and Gary take on the serious topic of childhood sexual abuse, sparked by the article in the Toronto Star by Alice Munro's daughter. Finally, professor of global geophysics at University of Leeds Jonathan Mound discusses how the Earth's core has slowed so much it's moving backward.

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David's top stories: A jailhouse animal farm; and a unique "poo"-zeum. Then, It's Time for Technology Time with Carmi Levy. Carmi discusses another man arrested for shooting down a Drone and deorbiting the International Space Station. Foreign correspondent Tony Five and David go over how difficult being an adult is, and the class differences between the UK and the US. Sociology professor Scott Schieman shares the findings from his article The Misery Myth: Are your coworkers happier than you think? Finally, it's epidemiologist and postdoctoral fellow at McMaster University André McDonald on his study showing that teens who use cannabis are 11 times more likely to develop a psychotic disorder. See you on July 10th!

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David's top stories: Florida man shoots drone; AI chatbot lies, says it's human; and UFO spotted above Red Rocks. Dermatologist Dr. Nkem Ugonabo gives us theinfo on whole-body deodorant and answers other dermatological questions. Comedian Natalie Norman and David go over topic: Asking for what you want. Foreign correspondent Tony Five talks about a horrible game that never made it to air, and the upcoming UK elections. Sammy Younan, host of podcast My Summer Lair, discusses the Hate to Love: Nickelback movie. Intern Zach Zhang and David discuss negativity in the media.

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David and foreign correspondent Tony Five debrief the US general election debate. Then, it's The Science AppliancewithDan Riskin.Dan talks about how we're meaner to people in our own country than those who are far away, how engineers are working on the sun-slingshot maneuver from Star Trek, and how if you're bad at recognizing faces, it may hurt your social life. After that, It's Time for Technology Time with Carmi Levy. Carmi shares that Canada joined NASA in the fight against asteroids smashing earth, and the story of a toddler rescued from a Tesla. David rants about music and video piracy as the two discuss the five men convicted for an illegal Netflix clone. Kristine Seguin – the owner of Axel the cat, an overweight cat and TikTok star – makes an appearance. Finally, supply networks and aviation lecturer at McGill John Gradek explains why things are going from bad to worse in the airline industry.

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David's top stories: Cleaning is sexy; Man breaks Canadian political record; and The $175,000 payout for a middle finger. Then, it's Naked News anchor Eila Adams on flashing her chest at major NYC tourist attractions (in the name of gender equality). Chief field studies research scientist Dr. Heather Coatsworth at Canada's National Microbiology Laboratory shares the scoop on a new tick-borne disease that's on the rise. Foreign correspondent Tony Five brings us Proverbial Provincial News from the United Kingdom. Conspiracy theory expert Dr. Lee Kuhnle drops in for Conspiracy Corner.David has a surprise for Lee, then the two talk about the 2022 German coup d'état attempt and the Illuminati. (Check out Lee's podcast The Uncover Up Conspiracy Cast.) Sociology professor Scott Schieman shares his research on actual workplace stress vs. perceived workplace stress. Finally, C2C Journal's senior features editor Peter Shawn Taylor talks about his opinion piece Junk Science Week: Does sex really count in the operating room?

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David's top stories: A stinky Danish gas tax; An odd lawsuit; and Tickle orgasms. Astrobiology professor Sarah Rugheimer shares her story climbing Denali, the highest peak in North America. (Check out Sarah's audiobook Searching for Extraterrestrial Life.) Camille Testard, neuroscience research fellow at Harvard, monkeys around with the finding that Rhesus macaques got along better after an awful hurricane. Then, it's Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesdaywith therapist Gary Direnfeld. David and Gary discuss aging, and why spanking is a terrible idea. Foreign correspondent Tony Five calls in live from a disaster unfolding north of London. David congratulates intern Zach Zhang and the two chat about making friends on apps.

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David's top stories: The curious case of moon poop; Racecar rats; and Mail cancelled by seagulls. Then, it's Sex, Etc. with sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty where she and David navigate the topic of discussing your partner's sexual history. The two answer the question: Have dating apps, changed? After that, Mike Shekhtman on the fact that 4 in 10 hiring managers report regretting the people they've hired. Foreign correspondent Tony Five and a very sleepy David answer prompts from a game called 20 Questions For Idiots By Idiots. Women's wellness coach Kat Ostroumova talks about Thyroid Awareness Month.

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David covers a racoon rescue, New York's Fat Beach Day, and cooperative monkeys. Then journalist and trauma researcher Tamara Cherry discusses her book The Trauma Beat: A Case for Re-Thinking the Business of Bad News. Tamara says due to the impact it has on victims and journalists: crime reporting needs to change. Then, it's how a shocking number of parents go into debt over trips to Disney with kids with personal finance expert and author Matt Schulz. Foreign correspondent Tony Five and David discuss "Hawk Tuah" girl and the British monarchy. Comedian Annick Adelle relays the difficulty of doing a podcast. Finally, the show's Intern Zach Zhang talks about a recent infestation in his room.

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It's interview mayhem on This Is Going Well, I Think!David leads science man Dan Riskin on a meandering stream-of-consciousness journey about joysticks. Dan shares a study that implies those with celebrity obsessions may be better people to their friends. Competitive eater Nick Wehry – ranked #4 in the world – talks about his adventures stuffing down food, and how he met his wife Miki, also a competitive eater who's ranked #1 in women's. (Together they make the best competitive eating couple who ever lived!)Sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty discusses great first dates as well as standards and expectations in dating. Finally, technology expert Carmi Levy reveals the story behind a stroke he had at 46. Carmi announces a possible flip-phone comeback, and potential warning labels required for social media.

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David and Tony Five try something new and interactive. Fungus expert Arturo Casadevall and author of What If Fungi Win? describes how The Last of Us could actually happen – that is, a zombie fungus apocalypse. Author and paramedic Matthew Heneghan relays his story about how admitting he was an addict was hard, but how the harder part came later. Millionaire mentor Bernadette Joy talks about crushing money goals, and shares a simple tip that'll help you decide what – and what not – to buy. Finally, psychologist Dr. Marlene Taube-Schiff, who works with Anxiety Canada chats about anxiety, PTSD, and OCD with David.

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David shares stories about McDonald's drive-thru tech gone wrong; an Ohio attorney's pringles prank; and a cheater who's suing Apple. Then, it's Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesdaywith Gary Direnfeld. Gary and David discuss good uncomfortable vs. bad uncomfortable. Occupational therapist Adam Ly goes over "time blindness" in response to a viral video that sparked outrage. Film critic Richard Crouse chats about movies that traumatized millennials. (No, it's not richardcrouselikesmovies DOT net.) Foreign correspondent Tony Five gives a Bulgarian airport update from an airport in Bulgaria. Finally, David discusses what you should – and should not – share with ChatGPT with Daniel Tsai, a business, law, and technology expert.

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David reflects on his birthday and shares stories about a double death and a baking soda related courtroom drama. David interviews Glenn Robinson of Obscurest Vinyl, the hilarious "record label" with greatest hits (you've never heard) like I Glued My Balls to My Butthole Again and Rubbin' and a Tuggin' My Nips. Then, toy influencer Jay Glatfelter goes over why grown-ups surpass preschoolers as the biggest toy consumers. Foreign correspondent Tony Five calls the show from Sofia, Bulgaria. Toronto-based pilot John Tory, Jr. explains what a "dutch roll" is and how it happened recently on a Boeing airliner. Finally, gerontologist and author Sherri Snelling explains what The National Day of Joy on June 26th is, and why most Americans say their parent is their best friend.

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After a silly start, David goes over a NASA false alarm and a Wells Fargo firing. Then it's science man Dan Riskin with the science behind questions: Can we fully enjoy art when we disapprove of the artist's ethics; and do men buy guns to make up for their penis size? David pitches Urine Luck: A Graphic Novel About Incontinence to Dan (see podcast cover art). After that, neuroscientist and clinical psychologist Dr. Marc Lewis and David discuss addiction, and the therapeutic approach called Internal Family Systems (IFS). Professor of linguistics at Georgetown University Dr. Deborah Tannen and David discuss the worst 1-word text message you can send. Finally, relationship and marriage counsellor Laura Press shares some of the dangers of VR pornography.

(Check out Dr. Marc Lewis' book The Biology of Desire, and Dr. Deborah Tannen's NYT bestseller You Just Don't Understand.)

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David covers an ailing singer put in a straight jacket, an underwear party cancellation, and a furry but invasive crab. Then, it's Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday with therapist and social worker Gary Direnfeld. David and Gary discuss Father's Day and forgiveness. After that, it's tech industry news with expert Carmi Levy where "Apple Intelligence", Elon Musk's tantrum, and a YouTube stunt are covered. Finally foreign correspondent Tony Five weighs in on "Apple Intelligence"– or perhaps unintelligence?

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David shares news stories of the day involving: a drunk schoolteacher, a banned book, and Mr. Monopoly. Then, author, psychosexual therapist, and resident intimacy expert at 3Fun, Gigi Engle goes over a new relationship trend: pebbling. After that, psychologist Dr. Juli Fraga discusses a recent Washington Post article she wrote about letting go of grudges that can harm your health. Sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty goes off on tolyamory. Comedian Natasha Vinik shares her experience having just performed at the Netflix is a Joke festival.

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David goes over the stories of the day: strange ventilators, airplanes, and colons are involved. David speaks with environmental epidemiologist Dr. Matthew Bozigar about a study showing a link between exposure to loud aircraft noises and obesity. Then, it's the career transition from testing pillows and sheets to testing sex toys with Sarah Riccio. (Check out her adult toy company Delicto.) Foreign correspondent Tony Five and David go over some news stories and talk about their families.

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David goes over the stories of the day, covering a hippie with a bong-based ban, protesters dying the Seine river brown, and a new fungus in New York. Science communicator Dan Riskin talks about new studies that point to a novel way to treat depression using heat, and how to fight loneliness through buying experiences. Conspiracy theory expert and cultural history professor Nathan Radke goes over findings that showed after the launch of the COVID-19 vaccine in the US, Republicans died at a higher rate than everybody else. (Check out The Uncover Up Conspiracy Cast!) Foreign correspondent Tony Five and David ask what it's like to date each other. A surprise guest makes an appearance. The show's intern, Kelvin Zach Zhang responds to a workplace poll.

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David goes over stories of the day with a focus on the Joro-spider and Brazil. Dr. Monnica Williams, a clinical psychologist and psychology professor at the University of Ottawa tells us about a world first: a master's degree in psychedelics and consciousness studies – a program she's co-directing. Tech expert Carmi Levy and David discuss Apple's "I'm A Mac" guy's return to advertising and more. David talks about Space Jam - link here! Foreign correspondent Tony Five and David issue a retraction to their listener (singular intended).

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David shares a news item out of Nebraska involving a doll. Then, David speaks with Dave Crete, a veteran from the top-secret Area 52 base sickened by toxic substances – but who receives no benefits as the US government says the base doesn’t exist. After that, veterinarian Dr. Uri Burstyn, the Helpful Vancouver Vet joins to celebrate International Hug a Cat Day. Sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty talks about good time gals and good time boys. Finally, foreign correspondent Tony Five and David respond to fan (singular) mail.

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David goes over the day's stories with Tony Five. Professor of physics and astronomy at York University Dr. Elaina Hyde shares recent space news including a fascinating hole newly discovered on Mars. Clinical researcher Naoise Mac Giollabhui shares his study that shows heating up has promising antidepressant effects. Toronto-based comedian Natalie Norman talks about why she didn't wear a bra today and gives insight into what taping a comedy special is like. Finally, foreign correspondent Tony Five joins the show again to go over his D-I-Why project, and to play a new game: How Do You Like Your Fruits & Veg?

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David starts This Is Going Well, I Think by sharing a malodorous tale of the two Koreas, then he plays a horrible radio clip. Science communicator Dan Riskin and David come up with a name for their weekly science segment. Dan shares a study which proves whether or not Zodiac signs have an influence on our psychology, and tells us about amazing AI headphones. National coordinator from the Canadian Alliance for Sex Work Law Reform Jenn Clamen walks through how recent news from Supreme Court of Canada may affect sex workers' human rights. After that, senior Washington political analyst Tony Five discusses former president Donald Trump's criminal trial. David shares how he and his girlfriend spent their anniversary.

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David speaks with professor of management at the University of Georgia's Terry College of Business Jessica Rodell about her research on busy bragging – and why you shouldn't do it. Then, it's Therapy Thursdays on a Thursday with therapist Gary Direnfeld. A conversation about a hair in Gary's food leads to analysis of righteous indignation. After that, we look at conspiracy theories with cultural history professor Nathan Radke, host of The Uncover Up Conspiracy Cast. Nathan shares what's in common with pinball and The Smurfs. (Spoiler: it involves satan, obviously.) Finally, foreign correspondent Tony Five brings us Proverbial Provincial News from Luton, England.

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David gets into tech industry news with Carmi Levy, including the excitement over cat's on the moon – according to Google! Sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty tells David about catcalling season, and "emotional support nudes." Foreign correspondent Tony Five introduces a new UK-based news segment called Proverbial Provincial (Penile) News. Out of ideas for the show, David asks the show's intern if he's got any.

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Science communicator Dan Riskin warns us of cyborg cockroaches, and tells us what cheating at Wordle says about you. Dr. Lee Kuhnle, conspiracy theory expert and host of The Uncover Up Conspiracy Cast, hashes out a theory on the cycle of conspiracy culture influencing fiction, and fiction influencing conspiracies back again. Then, it's the tale of the heroic man who chased down a Canadian postal carrier after no attempt to deliver his package was made. Following from that, business professor Ian Lee walks us through Canada Post's decline.

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Sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty and David go over the things people are listing as deal breakers on dating apps. Foreign correspondent Tony Five discuss the helicopter crash the killed the president of Iran and ChatGPT "ripping off" Scarlett Johansson's voice.

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David extolls the power of lists, and then talks to Australian model and sex worker Katija Cortez who says when men sleep with escorts that she doesn't consider it cheating, and most of the time – neither do they. Therapist and social worker Gary Direnfeld joins the show for Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday and discusses guerilla love. Foreign correspondent Tony Five reports from Lake District and David breaks some news about Planet 9.

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David interviews science communicator and media personality Dan Riskin about "hearing" the temperature of water, and the science (or lack thereof) of whether stand-up comedians are a psychological mess. Then, sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty discusses dating (read: horrible dating) and ghosting. Finally, UK-based foreign correspondent Tony Five listens to David's half-baked theory on how being pooped on birds came to be considered good luck. Tony asks David about his childhood. David sings.

(BONUS: watch Why It Was Almost Impossible to Make the Blue LED)

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David has a surprise guest advise him on New York City real estate. Tony Five asks David what he'd do if he had a day to live, and tells us the story of The Somerton Man. Toronto-based comedian Natalie Norman and David go over dating app Hinge's new feature: an attempt to ban ghosting.

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David shares a couple stories of the day. Technology expert Carmi Levy discusses the US military evaluating robot war dogs, Chat GPT-4o, TikTok being the first social network to label AI generated content, and more. Then, psychology professor Dr. Stephen Hupp on debunking the harmful policies still used in American schools today. And finally, foreign correspondent Tony Five and David discuss tea – you know, with Tony being British and all. Tony asks David how he acts when blue-collar workers enter his home.

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It's another installment of This Is Going Well, I Think. (But honestly, what else would this be?) David goes through some stories of the day. Science educator and media personality Dan Riskin talks about strange Viking body modifications and speedy frog evolution – but David turns the conversation to super fungus and personal shower routines. Technology expert Carmi Levy and David get into a spirited debate on how Gen Z's don't care if "influencers" are AI bots or real people. Finally, comedian Natasha Vinik talks about being in Los Angeles for the Netflix is a Joke festival and how she's "all backed up."

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David packs this episode of This Is Going Well, I Think with four riveting interviews. First it's Chris Bustamante, a nurse practitioner and owner of Lushful Aesthetics, who trademarked HoleTox – yes, that's botox for your butthole!!! Then, associate professor of psychology at York University Amy Muise walks us through research that dispels the notion of the five "love languages." After that, another professor of psychology, this time at University of Toronto, Steve Joordens and David discuss whether children should be able to take mental health days. And finally, it's Tony Five's triumphant return to the show – except it's anything but triumphant! (Tony describes what he does on the show as "abject banality.") Watch out for David's great joke edited into Tony's interview. We promise it'll all make sense in the end.

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David rushes through show so he can prepare clams. Tony Five provides a sea-worthy update. Carmi Levy discusses tech stories including a state-sponsored security breach, and problems with Tesla's autopilot. Environmental auditor Donnachadh McCarthy tells us why you don't need to shower so much. (Check out his book, The Prostitute State – How Britain's Democracy was Hijacked.)

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David gets an update at sea from Tony Five and goes over some offbeat stories of the day. Then, veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford discusses the time he circumcised a raccoon – for its health, get your mind out of the gutter! Dr. Cliff shares other vet stories, and tells us about his documentary. Finally, couples therapist and relationship expert Tracy Ross on why scrolling on phones next to your partner might not be a great idea.

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Hypochondriac David powers through (what he thinks is) COVID to give you more The Seaman's Alive withTony Five. After that, Therapy Thursdays on a Monday with social worker Gary Direnfeld to discuss the secrets of healthy, long-lasting relationships.

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It's the first installment of The Seaman's Alive withTony Five on This Is Going Well, I Think. David shares a story of a man guessing a woman's age gone terribly wrong. Science man Dan Riskin tells us why cat pee smells worse at different angles. Tech expert Carmi Levy talks about the Tik-Tok ban and more. Finally, it's Ghost Guide Daniel to answer the question: Can ghosts make us sick?

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David starts the show with Tony Five's triumphant return – and phone call with Tony's mother. Then, it's science expert Dan Riskin who follows up on how he enjoyed viewing the eclipse in its path of totality. (Even though David definitely interviewed Dan after the eclipse last week.) Finally, it's psychology PhD candidate at University of Toronto Elaine Hoan on the study the shows how personality type can help predict who's single or in a relationship, and how happy they are.

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After talking about a shrimp-based financial disaster, David is joined by comedian Natasha Vinik and the two go over how difficult the tech job market is. (Bonus: she'll be playing in the Netflix is a Joke festival in May.) Then, it's everything to do with Sasquatch and Big Foot – and whether they're the same thing – with expert in the field, and host of the show Sasquatch University, Ryan Willis.

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It's therapy time with therapist and social worker Gary Direnfeld, or more affectionately it's: Gar-apy! Today's topic is funks – how to help friends who are in them, and how to deal with them yourselves.

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After the story of the day (Snap! Crackle! Pop!) and a fungus-based voicemail from "Stephanie," David interviews technology expert Carmi Levy about how NASA may have a fix for the deep space Voyager I probe, and a proposed time standard for the moon. Then, it's why "chosen family" is so important to millennials and Gen Z with cultural historian and author Ainsley Hawthorn.

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Conspiracy Theory expert Dr. Lee Kuhnle, host of The Uncover Up Conspiracy Cast, answers the question: what can we learn from flat earthers? The surprising answer, turns out to be a playbook for bridging divides between two very opposite groups of people.

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After an abridged telling of the offbeat stories of the day, David interviews San Francisco-based comedian Natasha Vinik about her recent break up and how she'll be playing in the Netflix is a Joke festival in May. Then, David confesses to therapist and social worker Gary Direnfeld how long it's been since he's been to the dentist.

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It's the Thursday science, technology and biology special on This Is Going Well, I Think. After sharing some of the offbeat stories of the day, David interviews science educator Dan Riskin about what happened on Monday's eclipse. Dan shares a tale ofspace trash that landed in a Florida Man's home. Then, it's chemistry professor Ramanarayanan Krishnamurthy sharing his research on how life could have started on earth – abiogenesis. Finally, it's technology expert Carmi Levy on how Apple is adopting modern text messaging for all. (We'll probably discuss AI too.)

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It's interview extravaganza on This Is Going Well, I Think,where David has a number between four and six guests.

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It's the debut of Season 2 of This Is Going Well, I Think... now with more "radio-like" content! After an April Fools introduction, David mentions a couple news stories of the day – stupid and serious. Then, it's science expert Dan Riskin to answer the question: Can you look at a solar eclipse? Dan explains some science that suggests male same-sex couples may soon be able to have kids. After that, David takes phone calls about people's pet peeves. What?! Phone calls on a podcast?! How does that work? Following that, Tony Five and David tell their origin story and Tony goes off about James Bond or something. Finally, it's professor Tina Fetner to settle a debate: do feminists have better sex?

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Coming on April 1 is Season 2 of This Is Going Well, I Think!

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The very British, very excitable Tony Five joins David on This Is Going Well, I Think.Tony wonders how David would fare in prison. David talks about being Jewish. (Shocker on that one!) The two discuss Trump and Biden. David shares about his recent trip to Florida, and Tony tells us about his recent trip to Portugal.

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Science expert Dan Riskin sits in on This Is Going Well, I Thinkand bursts with enthusiasm about the indirect way an invasive ant forced lions to change their diet. Then Dan shares how cave people used a woolly mammoth tusk tool to make rope. David derails with a question about penises that sting, which leads to Dan explaining the horrifying mating habits of the bedbug. Dan goes over a list of all the things in nature that can stab you. David asks about narwhals. And finally, Dan tells a horrifying story he plans on telling a bunch of kids.

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Hip-hop artist, DJ and producer CX KiDTRONiK plays What's Weird About You? with David and Tony Five. David guesses and guesses and comes very close to solving what the very for adults onlyweird thing is about CX.

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Technology expert Carmi Levy is on This Is Going Well, I Think to discuss the controversy of fast food retailer Wendy's potentially charging surge pricing – but all David does is go on a rant about rideshare provider Uber. A certain Casio watch gets brought up, as does the Raspberry Pi, and how porn companies have pushed the video technology barrier.

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Science educator Dan Riskin joins David on This Is Going Well, I Think and engages in a discussion about audio equipment and "legal" names. David issues a retraction from the last time Dan was on the show. Dan tells us about "soft sticks". Dan shares new research on the microbiome of semen and its impact on fertility. Michael J. Fox and Back to the Future are mentioned. Dan tells us why you might want to try humour-bragging.

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Sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty catches up with David, and tells us about her vacation. David talks about how water is death. Samantha shares her thoughts on "rotting in an empowered way" and "being wet without a plan." David talks about Fran Lebowitz. The two talk about listening and interview styles. David asks if there's amount of money to do work where you might feel compromised. The two discuss TV shows, penis enlargements, and perma-erect nipples. Why people believe in conspiracy theories is explored.

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David has cultural history professor and conspiracy theory expert Nathan Radke on today to help him pronounce the word spherules. Also to discuss what one Harvard astronomy professor claims is new evidence of alien spacecraft. (Check out Nathan's podcast The Uncover Up Conspiracy Cast which he cohosts with Dr. Lee Kuhnle.)

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David gives us a window into a new project he's working on, by sharing a taping of Games Night:hosted by Tony Five, and joined by producer Dani.

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Astrobiologist and astrophysicist Professor Sarah Rugheimer joins David to discuss a close call with Earth and some asteroids, and a newly discovered "super-earth" just 137 light years away.

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David's got a stand-up comedy gig tonight. (Well, hosting gig.) Herein lays his material. Deeply out practice, David's material is... spoiler: not great.

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David Cooper has proctologist Dr. David Rosenfeld (@TushyDoc) on his show to solicit free medical advice. David asks the doctor why one goes into proctology. David talks about his failed attempt to get a scatological vanity licence plate. The doctor describes what happens during a fecal impaction. David talks about his first rectal exam, and asks about anal fissures. The two discuss shy poopers (those with the inability to go in public). The doc suggests taking psyllium fiber, and then proceeds to get pretty spiritual. David sneaks in a final question: what's the weirdest thing the doctor's ever found in someone's butt?

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David fills the show's listenership on where's he been. (Singular intended on "listener.")

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Social worker and therapist Gary Direnfeld joins David for Therapy Thursdays. David issues a retraction and walks us through the WIN method of conflict resolution. Gary and David discuss "score keeping."

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Science educator Dan Riskin drops in on This Is Going Well, I Think. Him and David catch up on what's happened since the start of the new year. They both complain about getting sick. David wonders why body temperature is always graded in Fahrenheit… even in Canada. The two discuss New Year's resolutions and the power of them – David talks about how they've helped his career in radio. Dan mentions that using streaks to measure your resolutions may be of great benefit. David gives his sure-fire way to succeed with your resolutions (pro tip: it's still not too late for this year), and Dan lets us know how to "save face" if we end up falling short.

Finally, an evolutionary drive could be what causes us to overshare.

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Joining David Cooper and Tony Five on This Is Going Well, I Think is Mike from Windsor. Mike was a regular (and very irregular) caller of David's overnight radio show. After catching up with David and Tony, Mike shares what's strange about him. Mike reprises various of his many radio characters, including Toda (bad Yoda).

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Tony Five and David are joined by their former radio co-worker, Tony Tedesco for What's Weird About You?David ruins the segment by quickly guessing Mr. Tedesco's weird thing – but let's be honest, it was ruined before it started. Les deux Tonys and David catch up, then scheduling for the podcast is done onthe podcast.

(Want to be on What's Weird About You with David and Tony? Email producer Dani: dani@jew.pizza)

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And... we're back for the New Year! David is joined by political science professor and conspiracy theory expert Dr. Lee Kuhnle, host of The Uncover Up Conspiracy Cast. David can't help but to mention how handsome Lee is, after which he laments a time called Short King Spring.The two discuss bitcoin. David asks Lee if growing up in Germany has caused his fascination with conspiracy theories. The possibility of Bigfoot existing comes up. Then, the meat of the interview: secret government projects that attempted to weaponize psychic ability.An offhand remark about wanting to see the JFK files made by David leads to a deep conversation: Does the government have the right to keep secrets that could destroy society?The debate gets so lively, the taping ends abruptly only to resume the next day.

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The This Is Going Well, I Think Christmas Special with Blanta (portrayed by Tony Five) and producer Dani. Happy holidays!

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Asparagus psychic Jemima Packington – known as the Asparamancer – join both David and Tony Five to share her 2024 predictions. Initially, Tony can't keep in his excitement. The Asparamancer discusses Harry and Meghan. David asks her about what future AI-related asparagus predictions she has. Tony asks her what she'd do if AI replaced her job. Jemima offers to a do an asparagus reading for David and Tony at a future date. Then, she admits to doing an asparagus reading at Buckingham palace. Jemima calls both David and Tony brilliant broadcasters... how's THAT for an accolade?!

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Science educator Dr. Daniel K. Riskin, Ph.D. joins David to discuss various famous Hughs.The two decide who or what they would kick out of bed for eating crackers. Dan introduces necrobotics. Then, it's science time with the following headlines covered:

David wishes Dan a happy holidays and closes on a quote from Carl Sagan based on an iconic photo taken by the Voyager 1 probe.

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David and Tony Five force producer Dani to come on the podcast an explain why she failed to book the segment What's Weird About You? Dani talks about how she tried, and the three of them reminisce about people who used to call David's live radio show.

Would you like to be on What's Weird About You? Please email Producer Dani - dani@jew.pizza

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David has Canadian broadcaster Jim Richards on This Is Going Well, I Think.David asks if he makes Jim look bad, and they go over how they met and how they started working with one another. David asks whether his last job was really a job at all? Jim talks about his show NEWSTALK Tonight and the two discuss their experiences in radio – including whether mean comments get to them, and what their struggles have been. David thanks Jim for his support and asks him to travel to Texas.

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Straight outta London, England it's Tony Five on This Is Going Well, I Think. David and Tony discuss Chanukah gelt and an exciting upcoming guest of the show. (It's the asparagus psychic!) Tony tells the tale of how he stopped Times Square street hustlers from preying upon a naive young woman.

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It's Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday with social worker Gary Direnfeld. After a discussion about Gary being confused with a criminal, and border crossing trouble, he and David get down to the topic of the day: kindness, kindness, it's all about kindness! Oh, and David shares a story about his grandmother's brisket.

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David has something (not so) special to share for the 100th episode of This Is Going Well, I Think.

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Science educator and bat biologist Dan Riskin catches us up on what's new in his world: it mostly involves snow tires and AI. Dan askes David if he's bought a home yet. Astronaut Chris Hadfield's name gets dropped, which leads nicely into reports of the horrible thing that happens to your fingernails after a spacewalk. Dan brings up how a bat with a perplexingly large penis mates. David talks about how genitals came out during his Thanksgiving. The two discuss the benefit of extra appendages. David and Daniel schedule their next interview.

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David and Tony Five invite producer Dani to hash out the details of a new segment for this show called What's Weird About You? David gifts Dani a new email address. The three share what's weird about themselves and discuss the British royal family.

Segment details: Every week or so, Tony will bring a new person on the show who has a trait, talent, job, or hobby that's weird and David will have to guess what that weird thing is. If you'd like to be on the show, please email dani@jew.pizza, david@jew.pizza, or tony@jew.pizza... or all three, really.

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Toronto-based comedian Natalie Norman joins This Is Going Well, I Think and shares a recent orgasm-based medication decision she made. David fumbles an interview question. Natalie talks about her time as a real estate agent. David compliments Natalie on being a good cat sitter. Natalie gives her take on David's romantic relationship.

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It's the American Thanksgiving wrap-up with Tony Five on This Is Going Well, I Think! David and Tony catch up on what happened during Tony's visit to New York. David educates Tony about a pejorative he used at the event. Tony lists his fellow Thanksgiving attendees, but David directs him to discuss the food. Tony talks about something very indecent that David and his brother did after dinner. David talks about how his cat caught on fire. Tony floats the idea of heading to Burning Man in 2024.

The show ends with a live clip of Tony getting a tattoo of a paper plane at a tattoo parlour during his trip to NYC.

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Animal communicator Nikki Vasconez joins a somewhat skeptical David Cooper to talk about what it means to be a pet psychic. How does it work? What are the strange things our pets are trying to say? The interview concludes with Nikki doing a reading for David's cat Tomato. (And no, we didn't book Nikki just to get David a free reading!)

TomorrowTony Fivejoins us for the Thanksgiving debrief!

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British Tony Five drops in on This Is Going Well, I Think before he heads off to New York to visit David where they'll celebrate Thanksgiving. The two mostly discuss the holiday, and David tells an extremely crass story about how a friend received a vulgar nickname.

CONTENT WARNING: Extremely graphic scatalogical and sexual organ references in this episode. Discretion advised for sensitive listeners or those listening with children.

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