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.
1073 episodes transcribedMusic can affect us in lots of ways. You may not know that the music playing in a store can impact your spending behavior. This episode begins by look...
There is an art and science to flattery This episode starts with a look at how powerful it can be if you know how to give and take a compliment and of...
Are you a doodler like me? I often doodle when I listen to a talk or a presentation – even when I interview people for the podcast. And it seems there...
Using a public bathroom is usually not the highlight of your day. However, when it comes to choosing which stall or urinal to use, there is a way to m...
How can the clothes you wear influence your personality? You will be surprised to discover how different clothes and different colors change the way y...
If you want to make the food you cook taste better – switch the plates, bowls and glasses. This episode begins by discussing how and why that works. h...
If you are into stories of success and what it takes to be the best, you will sometimes here someone quote a study about the importance of goal settin...
This is going to sound weird but a good time to make a decision is when you have the urge to go to the bathroom. You are probably wondering; how can t...
It is common for your mind to wander. That’s what people do, especially if they are not doing anything that requires deep thought or concentration. Bu...
No one likes to throw away milk because it went bad. What you may not know is that there is a little trick that can help your milk last longer and I b...
Groceries are expensive. So this episode begins with a very effective and uncomplicated strategy that can save you a ton of money at the supermarket w...
If you are having a bad day, you might want to try washing a particular body part. It appears it helps even though it makes no sense. Listen and I wil...
It’s not too early to think about Mother’s Day. It’s not that far away. So, who started it? How did it all begin. Listen as I begin this episode with...
At the start of a relationship, how important is that first kiss? This episode begins with some interesting statistics that show the significance and...
Can trees fight crime? Apparently so - at least some types of crime. Although no one is exactly sure how. Listen and I’ll explain. https://www.motherj...
Cat owners are well aware that cats like to hunt, kill and bring home birds and mice as a trophy. There is something cat owners can do to help reduce...
Being left-handed or right-handed actually impacts how you make decisions. So how can that be? This episode begins with the explanation. http://casasa...
Go to any drug store and somewhere you will see the initials Rx. You probably assume it has to do with medicine or prescriptions or something. But why...
Think of all the batteries you use in your home for all your remotes and clocks and flashlights. We all go through a lot of batteries and as you are a...
The simple act of touching other people – by hugging or a high five or putting your arm around someone – is very powerful. This episode begins by expl...
