Sometimes all it takes is one little fact or one little piece of wisdom to change your life forever. That's the purpose and the hope of "Something You Should Know." In each episode, host Mike Carruthers interviews top experts in their field to bring you fascinating information and advice to help you save time and money, advance in your career, become wealthy, improve your relationships and help you simply get more out of life. In addition, Mike uncovers and shares short, engaging pieces of "intel" you can use to make your life better - today. Right now.
1310 episodes transcribedWhen you're hungry, you know you're more interested in food. But hunger also changes the way you think—and the effects can spill over into decisions t...
Does your signature reveal more about you than just your name? It turns out the way you sign your name may influence what people assume about your per...
Walk through a crowded airport or packed stadium and something remarkable happens. Thousands of people weave around each other without collisions, alm...
Some mysteries have been solved by science. Others remain surprisingly stubborn. Despite all our advances in technology and research, there are still...
Ever notice how your face turns bright red when you're embarrassed—and makes the whole situation even worse? As awkward as blushing feels, it isn't a...
Have you ever met someone named Lucy and thought, "She really looks like a Lucy"? As strange as it sounds, scientists have discovered there may be mor...
Stores and restaurants don't just play music to fill the silence. The tempo, volume, and even the style of music are often carefully chosen because th...
Most of us spend a lot of time trying to be happy and avoiding sadness whenever we can. But what if sadness isn't something to fear or eliminate? What...
Most of us think we're pretty good drivers. But even experienced drivers develop bad habits without realizing it. Fortunately, a few simple adjustment...
Why do mosquitoes seem to feast on some people while barely bothering others? It turns out your attractiveness to mosquitoes has much less to do with...
If your porch light seems to attract every moth and flying insect in the neighborhood, you're not imagining it. Scientists have finally figured out wh...
Few foods are as American as the hamburger. Every year, Americans eat billions of them, and they are a staple at backyard barbecues, diners, ballparks...
Take a look at your speedometer the next time you're driving. Chances are, it's lying to you. The speed you're actually traveling is probably differen...
Can simply believing a treatment will work actually help it work better? Surprisingly, yes. Researchers have found that your expectations can have a p...
Have you ever pushed on a door that was supposed to be pulled—or pulled when you should have pushed? It feels embarrassing, but don't blame yourself....
What does it really mean to be successful? Most people would probably say it's about making more money, climbing the career ladder, earning recognitio...
Need a favor? The way you ask may matter as much as what you're asking for. Researchers have found that a few simple changes in how you make a request...
Have you ever forgotten a phone number, birthday, or why you walked into a room because you knew your phone would remember it for you? Many people jok...
Many ballpoint pens have a particular design feature intended to save your life – if necessary. It's one of those clever features most people never n...
Can you train yourself to become a night owl—or an early bird? Millions of people try. They force themselves to stay up later, wake up earlier, or wor...
