The ProBoh Show

In the first part of today's show, we looked at how relationship anarchy is reshaping the nature of connection for millennials and Gen Z. Then we talked about the European Parliament’s proposal to ban social media for under-16s in an effort to improve online safety.

Today's unpopular opinion was: Happy endings in media are toxic.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name something you associate with fairy tales.

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In the first part of today's show, we examined why some species developed consciousness while others remained non-conscious, exploring what this means for evolution and intelligence. Then we talked about an article from The Independent discussing how writing can rewire your brain and help you build resilience.

Today's unpopular opinion was: If you're romantically interested in someone, you should tell them directly.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at the bizarre story of top MAGA influencers who were accidentally unmasked as foreign actors. Then we talked about the unexpected retirement of BMW’s figure humanoid robots after 11 months on the job — bruised, battered, and apparently not built for factory life.

Today's unpopular opinion was: Shamelessness is the key to success.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at why smart kids keep scrolling and what's really driving the endless screen-time loop. Then we talked about a fascinating anthropological angle: humans may be biologically evolved for nature, not cities.

Today's unpopular opinion was: Marijuana should not be legalised.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name something that should not be legal but is.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at a new study linking soft drink consumption to depression through its effects on the gut microbiome. Then we talked about another surprising study claiming that going seven days without food may offer a range of positive health benefits.

Today's unpopular opinion was: Humanities and arts are just as important as science and engineering.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 huma...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at a fascinating new study suggesting that Neanderthals may never have truly gone extinct. Then we talked about how Black Mirror seems to be becoming reality, thanks to a new app that lets users speak with AI avatars of deceased loved ones.

Today's unpopular opinion was age gap relationships of 20+ years are wrong.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name a reason some...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at how coffee has an “astounding” impact on irregular heartbeat in a world-first clinical trial. Then we talked about a surprising scientific finding: the hidden cost of lowering air pollution, known as the “clean air paradox.”

Today's unpopular opinion was “The truth is less important than the story people choose to believe.”

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name s...

In the first part of today's show, we learned how psychologists say you can actually use negative self-talk to your advantage. Later, we explored a surprising study suggesting that binge drinking in your youth might lead to career success later in life.

Today's unpopular opinion was that technology didn’t make us dumb; it revealed how dumb we already were.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name a piece of techn...

In the first part of today's show, we looked at how Saudi Arabia's dystopian futuristic city project is crashing and burning. Then we talked about why many experts are calling this era the age of anti-social media.

Today's unpopular opinion was that marriage benefits society more than individuals.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name something they would change if they could in their life.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at Bill Gates’ recent statement that climate change “will not lead to humanity’s demise.” Then we discussed a study showing that Omega-3 fatty acids may reduce aggression by up to 28%.

Today's unpopular opinion was that social media has made people more honest.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name something people lie about on social media.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at a study that found that being mean to ChatGPT can actually improve its accuracy—but scientists warn that users might regret the consequences. Then we talked about a tourist who, sixty years after stealing a skull from a cathedral, decided to send it back.

Today's unpopular opinion was that therapy culture has made people addicted to self-analysis.

In the second half of the show, we as...

In the first part of today's show, we examined the Parental-Happiness Fallacy and explored whether having children really makes people happier. Then we talked about a bizarre scientific breakthrough — Breathing Through Our Butts Declared Safe After First Human Trial.

Today's unpopular opinion was “Avocado is a garbage fruit.”

In the show's second half, we asked 100 humans to name a common way to eat avocado.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at how the hottest dating app in China isn't an app at all — it's a park where parents meet to find matches for their adult children. Then we discussed a new study revealing that intelligence actually peaks much later in life than we once thought, giving hope to late bloomers everywhere.

Today's unpopular opinion was “You don’t owe your family unconditional loyalty.”

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In the first part of today's show, we examined how a massive Amazon outage affected Venmo, Snapchat, Alexa, Reddit, and a significant portion of the internet. Then we discussed a new study that found only a minimal link between smartphone use and adult well-being.

Today's unpopular opinion was that people aren’t more divided than ever before.

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name something friends argue about.

In the first part of today's show, we looked at how Gen X is entering its grandparent era, and it’s hitting different. Then we talked about new research suggesting that up to 13% of dementia diagnoses may actually be a treatable condition.

Today's unpopular opinion was “Cancel culture has done more good than harm.”

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name something that will get a celebrity cancelled.

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In the first part of today's show, we looked at how scientists studied thousands of fruit flies to understand why and how personality emerges. Later, we discussed a major psychological flaw in the way society punishes people — and what that says about our sense of justice.

Today's unpopular opinion was "Your relationship is nobody else's business."

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans to name the last person they’d g...

In the first part of today’s show, we looked at news that ChatGPT will soon allow erotica for verified adults, as announced by the OpenAI boss. Then we discussed an article asking, “I’m a composer. Am I staring extinction in the face?”, exploring how artificial intelligence could change the future of classical music.

Today’s unpopular opinion was “Being a strong, independent man or woman sucks.”

In the second half of the show, we a...

In the first part of today’s show, we looked at how “common knowledge” shapes our individual lives and societies, exploring why what everyone knows that everyone knows can influence everything from politics to personal decisions. Then we discussed why your genes are not enough to explain how smart you are — and what new science says about the environment’s role in intelligence.

Today's unpopular opinion was “Not every voice or pers...

In the first part of today’s show, we explored the Loneliness Economy — how, in an age dominated by digital interactions, isolation itself has become profitable. From companionship apps to subscription-based “connection services,” loneliness is no longer just an emotion, but a booming business.

Today’s unpopular opinion was “An instant reply to your message is a courtesy… not a right.”

In the second half of the show, we asked 100 h...