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With SpaceX CEO Elon Musk detailing his dreams to build a city on Mars, Inverse’s Mike Brown discusses what the latest Starship rocket test means for the future of space travel — and humanity itself. https://www.inverse.com/innovation/spacex-starship-watch-triple-engine-firehttps://www.inverse.com/innovation/spacex-mars-city-testRead more at Inverse.com:Find links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterFollow Mike Brown on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikearildbrownFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

As companies like Nueralink aim to revolutionize medical technology, Inverse’s Mike Brown and Sarah Wells discuss how breakthroughs in brain-machine interfaces can restore sensory and motor function and treat neurological disorders.Read more at Inverse.com:https://www.inverse.com/innovation/elon-musks-neuralink-demohttps://www.inverse.com/innovation/computer-restores-sense-of-touchFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomFollow Mike Brown on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Follow Sarah Wells on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahESWellsWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcasts

Amid a global “character crisis,” more people are going to therapy in the wake of Covid-19. Inverse’s Ali Pattillo and Sarah Sloat discuss building character and taking care of our mental health during the pandemic.  Read more at Inverse.comhttps://www.inverse.com/mind-body/the-character-edge-why-competence-isnt-enough-for-great-leadershiphttps://www.inverse.com/mind-body/therapy-during-covid-19Find links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow Ali Pattillo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alipattilloFollow Sarah Sloat on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sarah_sloat_Follow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

With the list of so-called “science-backed diets“ ever-growing, Inverse’s Ali Pattillo explains why plant-based eating and “Pesco-Mediterranean” diets are sound strategies to improve health and longevity. Read more at Inverse.com:https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/pesco-mediterranean-diethttps://www.inverse.com/mind-body/plant-based-diet-benefitsFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomFollow Ali Pattillo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alipattilloWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcasts

As social science reveals surprising overlap in the relationships of chimpanzees and humans, experts suggest friendliness may be the key to a species’ success. Inverse’s Sarah Sloat and Sarah Wells explain.Read more at Inverse.com:https://www.inverse.com/science/aging-chimp-friendshipshttps://www.inverse.com/mind-body/survival-of-the-friendliest-brian-hare-intervewFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomFollow Sarah Sloat on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sarah_sloat_Follow Sarah Wells on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahESWellsWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

Ahead of the holiday season, avoiding high-risk hot spots and embracing essential soft health drivers could be the best path toward a stronger, healthier new year. Inverse’s Ali Pattillo explains. Read more at Inverse.com:https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/study-pinpoints-high-risk-covid-19-locationshttps://www.inverse.com/mind-body/soft-health-drivers-influence-longevityFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow Ali Pattillo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alipattilloFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

As the latest animal science upends common thinking about one of our favorite pets, Inverse’s Claire Cameron and Sarah Sloat explain the feral nature of house cats and their dangerous, mysterious ways.Read more at Inverse.com:https://www.inverse.com/science/should-you-let-your-cat-go-outside-gps-study-reveals-deadly-consequenceshttps://www.inverse.com/science/are-cats-even-domesticatedFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow Claire Cameron on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaireHCameronFollow Sarah Sloat on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/sarah_sloat_Follow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

While sleeping during Covid-19 can be a nightmare, the latest science offers crucial new paths to a good night’s rest. Inverse’s Nick Luchessi and Sarah Sloat explain how smart clock technology and body clock science can help.Read more at Inverse.com:https://www.inverse.com/innovation/lenovo-smart-clock-essentialhttps://www.inverse.com/mind-body/body-clock-difference-between-men-and-womenFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow Nick Luchessi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/nicklucchesiFollow Sarah Sloat on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/sarah_sloat_Follow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

Through telepresence technology and biomedical innovation, robotics are transforming how we take charge of our mental and physical health. Inverse’s Sarah Wells explains how social robots and mini drones could solve present and future problems.https://www.inverse.com/innovation/social-robots-could-save-social-distancinghttps://www.inverse.com/innovation/spray-robots-on-demandFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow Sarah Wells on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahESWellsFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

Now that the SpaceX Crew Dragon has successfully launched into orbit, Inverse’s Mike Brown explains what the flight could mean for Elon Musk’s Mars City — and how critics are resisting the vision.  Read more at Inverse.com:https://www.inverse.com/innovation/spacex-crew-dragon-historic-launchhttps://www.inverse.com/innovation/spacex-mars-city-musk-criticsFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow Jake Kleinman on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikearildbrownFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

As Covid-19 rocks the entertainment industry, Inverse’s Jake Kleinman discusses what his recent interviews with filmmakers Jason Blum and Werner Herzog reveal about the future of movies.Read more at Inverse.com:https://www.inverse.com/entertainment/werner-herzog-interview-fireball-star-warshttps://www.inverse.com/innovation/spacex-mars-city-werner-herzoghttps://www.inverse.com/entertainment/blumhouse-jason-blum-interviewFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow Jake Kleinman on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jacobkleinmanFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

As the U.K quietly builds a powerful space empire, technology firms like Air Company aim to fuel a sustainable future beyond Earth. Inverse’s David Grossman and Mike Brown discuss the hidden players shaking up the race to outer space.Read more at Inverse.com:https://www.inverse.com/innovation/spacex-mars-city-fuel-stationhttps://www.inverse.com/innovation/uk-disrupting-the-space-agencyFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow David Grossman on Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidgross_manFollow Mike Brown on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikearildbrownFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

As new discoveries subvert prehistoric gender roles, Inverse’s Sarah Wells and Emma Betuel discuss how real-life Amazons and ancient female big game hunters are rewriting human history.  Read more at Inverse.com:https://www.inverse.com/science/ancient-women-hunted-big-gamehttps://www.inverse.com/science/real-life-amazonsFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow Sarah Wells on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahESWellsFollow Emma Betuel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/emmakbetuelFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

As Starlink, the SpaceX satellite constellation designed to deliver the internet to Earth, takes flight, Inverses’ Mike Brown offers a comprehensive look at everything you need to know about getting your internet from Elon Musk. SPACEX STARLINK: https://www.inverse.com/innovation/spacex-starlink-price-launch-date-how-to-see-elon-musks-constellationSPACEX VERSUS SPACE SCIENCE: https://www.inverse.com/science/elon-musks-starlink-is-having-a-pernicious-effect-on-astronomyRead more at Inverse.com:Find links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterFollow Mike Brown on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mikearildbrownFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

With the latest research changing what we thought we knew about Vikings and Neanderthals, Inverse’s Sarah Wells and Sarah Sloat explain how humanity’s family tree is being rewritten by new discoveries.DNA VIKING STUDY:https://www.inverse.com/science/viking-dna-studyY CHROMOSOME STUDYhttps://www.inverse.com/science/neanderthal-denisovan-y-chromosome-studyRead more at Inverse.com:Find links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterFollow Sarah Sloat on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sarah_sloat_Follow Sarah Wells on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahESWellsFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

With a renaissance of psychedelic research, Inverse’s Ali Pattillo and Emma Betuel discuss how magic mushrooms and LSD could transform the way we treat cancer patients’ crushing mental health symptoms and people’s chronic pain.Read more at Inverse.com:https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/lsd-pain-tolerance-microdosing-effectshttps://www.inverse.com/mind-body/cancer-patients-psilocybin-psychedelic-therapyFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterFollow Emma Betuel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/emmakbetuelFollow Ali Pattillo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alipattilloFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

As the race to develop an effective coronavirus vaccine heats up, drugmakers Pfizer and Moderna shed new light at the end of the Covid-19 tunnel. However, many hurdles remain before either vaccine is available to the public. Inverse’s Emma Betuel explains.  Read more at Inverse.com:Vaccine News:https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/moderna-vaccine-explainedhttps://www.inverse.com/mind-body/pfizer-vaccine-results-explainedOutbreak study:https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/vaccination-measles-outbreak-study-coronavirus-lessonFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow Emma Betuel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/emmakbetuelFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

As end-of-life research explains what really happens when you hear your last words, a brain study explores how music can literally give you the chills. Inverse’s Emma Betuel explains what the latest science says about the power of sound. Read more at Inverse.com:https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/last-wordshttps://www.inverse.com/mind-body/why-music-gives-you-chillsFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow Emma Betuel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/emmakbetuelFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

With the latest research on coffee and seasonal affective disorder, Inverse’s Sarah Sloat and Ali Pattillo discuss how what we eat and drink can keep our brains sane, and our bodies running optimally.Read more at Inverse.com:https://www.inverse.com/mind-body/food-mental-health-science-explainedhttps://www.inverse.com/mind-body/science-reveals-the-perfect-time-to-drink-coffee-for-a-healthy-metabolismFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow Sarah Sloat on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sarah_sloat_Follow Ali Pattillo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/alipattilloFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!

With the release of the The Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, Microsoft is surging ahead in the controversial console wars. Inverse’s Jen Glennon and Danny Paez explain how the latest video game tech is revolutionizing how people play them.Read more at Inverse.com:https://www.inverse.com/gaming/xbox-series-x-reviewhttps://www.inverse.com/gaming/xbox-series-s-reviewFind links to all the stories discussed in today’s episode at inverse.com/the-abstractSubscribe to Inverse Daily, our free weekday email with the latest science and innovation news at inverse.com/newsletterGot something to say? Email us: theabstract@inverse.comFollow Jen Glennon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hellojenglenFollow Danny Paez on Twitter: https://twitter.com/pannydaezFollow Inverse on Twitter: https://twitter.com/inversedotcomWe're hosted and produced by Tanya Bustos https://twitter.com/tanyapodcastsThank you for listening!