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.

PodSkip has analyzed 48 episodes of Something You Should Know, averaging 2.8 ads per episode (6% of runtime).

Episodes

Surprising Factors That Influence What You Buy & The Strange Story of Ice
Jun 25, 2026
Why do mosquitoes seem to love some people and completely ignore others? It isn't your imagination. Researchers have identified several factors that make certain people especially attractive to…
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SYSK TRENDING - The Power of Scarcity
Jun 23, 2026
Have you ever bought something because it was "almost sold out" or because a sale was ending at midnight? If so, you're not alone. Scarcity is one of the most powerful forces influencing human…
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Is Marriage Dying? & How Top Performers Build Confidence
Jun 22, 2026
Most people have heard of the "dark web," but what exactly is it? Is it really a hidden corner of the internet where criminals and bad actors operate beyond the reach of law enforcement? And what…
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How Your Refrigerator Changed Human History & The Surprising Purpose of Volcanoes -SYSK Choice
Jun 20, 2026
Most arguments seem to be about just one thing: money, chores, politics, parenting, work, or whatever sparked the disagreement. But according to experts in conflict resolution, there is often…
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The Magical Appeal of Bacon & How Your Emotions Cost You Money
Jun 18, 2026
When you visit a doctor, you assume the diagnosis and treatment will be based entirely on your symptoms and medical history. But there is another factor that can quietly influence what happens in the…
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SYSK TRENDING – How to Make Yourself Smarter
Jun 16, 2026
What if becoming smarter had less to do with intelligence and more to do with a handful of everyday habits? Researchers are discovering that many of the things that most influence brain performance…
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Should You Fear the Sun? & Is There Anything to Astrology?
Jun 15, 2026
Most parents think the key to getting kids to eat healthy food is explaining why it's healthy. Unfortunately, research suggests that strategy can backfire spectacularly. In fact, telling children a…
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Your Phone May Not Be the Problem & The Puzzles That Break Your Brain - SYSK Choice
Jun 13, 2026
Have you ever held a pet up to a mirror and wondered why they don't seem to recognize themselves? Humans usually figure it out very young, but most animals never do. Yet a surprising handful of…
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Why You Put Things Off & The Myth of Criminal Profiling
Jun 11, 2026
Every medication has an expiration date—but what exactly happens when that date passes? Does the medicine suddenly stop working? Does it become dangerous? The answer is more complicated than most…
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SYSK TRENDING - The Power of Validation
Jun 09, 2026
Most people think they're good listeners. After all, they stay quiet, make eye contact, and let the other person finish speaking. But truly connecting with someone requires more than simply hearing…
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What Body Language Really Reveals & How to Get More Things Done
Jun 08, 2026
That little white folded box Chinese takeout comes in may be one of the cleverest pieces of food packaging ever invented. What’s funny is—it isn’t Chinese at all. It was never originally designed to…
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Our Fascination With Pushing Buttons & How Games Have Shaped Our World-SYSK Choice
Jun 06, 2026
Most people think of romantic music as background noise for dates, movies, or weddings. But researchers have found that music can actually influence romantic behavior and attraction in measurable…
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The Truth About Love at First Sight & What the UFO Videos Actually Show
Jun 04, 2026
People will go to ridiculous lengths to avoid paying fees. Adding extra items to an online order just to get “free” shipping. Avoiding ATM fees like they’re a personal insult. Or driving across town…
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SYSK TRENDING - Understanding and Controlling Our Fear
Jun 02, 2026
Fear can save your life—or quietly ruin it.. Fear keeps you alert, helps you avoid danger, and in many situations can literally save your life. Without fear, humans probably wouldn’t survive very…
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When What You Said Isn’t What They Heard & The Real Way People Get Ahead
Jun 01, 2026
Dog owners tend to live longer and be healthier than people without dogs. But why would owning a dog have such a powerful effect on your health? The answer turns out to be surprisingly…
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This Is Why You Dream & The Benefits of Solitude – SYSK Choice
May 30, 2026
Most people assume being rich would solve almost every problem in life. More freedom. Less stress. More happiness. But psychologists who work with wealthy families say money—especially when people…
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How to Get People to Say Yes & What Your Darkest Emotions Mean
May 28, 2026
“Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” We’ve all heard it countless times. But where did that idea come from—and is it actually true? Researchers have taken a much closer look at…
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SYSK TRENDING - The Dangers of Collective Illusions
May 26, 2026
Humans are social creatures, and one of our strongest instincts is to fit in with the group. We want to belong. We want approval. And often, we assume that if enough people appear to believe…
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Why Humans Crave Rituals & How Music Transports Your Mind
May 25, 2026
A lot of people treat melatonin like a harmless sleeping pill. But that’s not really what it is. Researchers are increasingly concerned that melatonin is misunderstood, overused, and often taken in…
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How to Make Better Friends & Cleaning Myths That Waste Your Time - SYSK Choice
May 23, 2026
The sound of crickets on a warm summer night is instantly recognizable. But the tiny creatures making all that noise are far more fascinating than most people realize. Crickets have some remarkable…
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Your Hormones Control More Than You Think & How Big Mistakes Shape You
May 21, 2026
People love giving advice—but most of the time, it doesn’t actually change anyone’s behavior. In fact, there’s a much more effective way to influence people that works far better than telling them…
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SYSK TRENDING - What It Means To Be Inspiring
May 19, 2026
Most of us can point to someone who truly inspired us—a teacher, boss, coach, friend, or public figure who made us think differently, push harder, or believe more in ourselves. But what exactly makes…
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Why Walking is More Powerful Than You Think & A Career You May Have Missed
May 18, 2026
Most recipes tell you to preheat the oven before cooking. But why? Wouldn’t it save time to just let the food cook while the oven heats up? There’s actually a very good reason recipes insist on…
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How Your Environment Affects Your Behavior & Curiously Strange Moments In History - SYSK Choice
May 16, 2026
“Your call is very important to us.” Companies say things like this all the time in an effort to sound customer-focused and trustworthy. But do phrases like that actually reassure people—or do they…
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The Truth About Becoming Wealthy & The Hidden Damage of Our Digital Life
May 14, 2026
Most credit cards have that little 3- or 4-digit security code you constantly get asked for when shopping online. It can feel like a nuisance—but that tiny number plays a surprisingly important role…
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SYSK TRENDING - Why Your Consciousness is Unique
May 12, 2026
What if your experience of reality isn’t real—but something your brain is creating? And what does it really mean to be you? It sounds abstract, even a little out there. But scientists are actively…
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Why You Hate Uncertainty & The New Science of Living Longer
May 11, 2026
Have you ever struggled with a problem—only to have the answer suddenly appear when you stopped trying? It feels almost like magic, but it’s actually your brain working in a very specific way when…
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How to Get Better at Anything & Why So Many People Like Tattoos - SYSK Choice
May 09, 2026
When buying a car, color might seem like a purely personal choice. But it turns out that picking a less popular color could actually pay off later in a surprising way—especially when it’s time to…
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The Science of Getting Lucky & What People Secretly Google
May 07, 2026
We often hear that we’re all connected by six degrees of separation—that you can link yourself to anyone on the planet through just a handful of people. But with billions of people in the world, how…
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SYSK TRENDING-How to Negotiate by Asking the Right Questions
May 05, 2026
For a lot of people, the idea of negotiating feels uncomfortable—something to avoid if possible. It can feel confrontational, awkward, or even risky. But what if negotiating didn’t have to be that…
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