David Cooper
The Last Show with David Cooper
Welcome to The Last Show with David Cooper , We are the final word for the curious mind. We sit at the intersection of "need-to-know" and "can’t-believe-it," delivering high-res talk for a low-def world. Join David Cooper as he explores #sex, #science and #society. Of course there's a large slice of absurdity, providing the info you didn't know you needed. What to Expect: • Intelligent Banter: No scripts, just honest conversation. • Eclectic Guests: Thought Leaders and eccentrics. • Useful Info: Practical wisdom for the modern skeptic. Dinner party!• Total Transparency: Raw confessions and rel...
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Episodes
The Benefits of Joint Savoring 25.02.2026 10:46
Human development and family studies researcher Noah Larsen shares details of his study showing how stressed couples may benefit most from joint savoring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On Your Romantic Partner's Spending 25.02.2026 10:08
Financial planner and lecturer Jamie Lynn Byram uncovers how your partner's spending habits can impact your relationship dynamics. Social psychologist Christina Bauer unveils a 20-minute tool to help you reframe your depression as a source of strength. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Prediction Markets: Should You Be Skeptical of Them? 25.02.2026 10:41
Economics professor Werner Antweiler ran and researched what happened on a prediction market, and warns us why we should be skeptical of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Secret Doomsday Devices 25.02.2026 20:58
For Conspiracy Corner, professor of conspiracy studies Nathan Radke gives details of secret doomsday devices that actually existed – or at least governments had plans for – that would be unbelievable if not for declassified reports. Check out Nathan's podcast The Uncover Up Conspiracy Cast here and follow the show on YouTube here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f...
FULL EPISODE: Simple Blueprints to End the World - February 24, 2026 25.02.2026 1:27:55
Financial planner and lecturer Jamie Lynn Byram uncovers how your partner's spending habits can impact your relationship dynamics. Social psychologist Christina Bauer unveils a 20-minute tool to help you reframe your depression as a source of strength. Economics professor Werner Antweiler ran and researched what happened on a prediction market, and warns us why we should be skeptical of...
The Psychological Burden of a Massive Social Media Audience 24.02.2026 11:20
Management and organizations professor Julianna Pillemer reveals the psychological burden of having a massive social media audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can You Be Taught to Reject an Unfair Advantage? 24.02.2026 10:53
Psychology professor Ross Otto shares details of his study showing people can learn to say no to taking the bigger share. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can a Dog Say 'I Love You' With a Button? 24.02.2026 11:18
Cognitive science professor Federico Rossano outlines the science behind whether your pet can really say 'I love you' with a button. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's Really in Urban Snow Piles? 24.02.2026 9:37
Geologist Gordon Binkhorst from Pure Earth horrifies David as he walks us through what lies in a typical gross snowbank in New York City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dislike of Snakes: Learned or Innate? 24.02.2026 10:52
Psychology instructor Denée Buchko explains that if you have antipathy toward snakes, then your parents likely talked you into that at an early age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Famous Last Words 24.02.2026 20:36
For pop culture news, media personality Caitlin Green covers: Eric Dane's passing and his Netflix Famous Last Words episode; How the trailer for Toy Story 5 makes her feel old; and Warner Bros. allegedly paid 2,000+ social media influencers to 'post nice things' about Wuthering Heights – David gets mad over a Kate Bush related issue with the film. Listen to Caitlin co-hostThe Jann Arden Pod...
FULL EPISODE: Trapped by Your Millions of Followers - February 23, 2026 24.02.2026 1:27:55
Geologist Gordon Binkhorst from Pure Earth horrifies David as he walks us through what lies in a typical gross snowbank in New York City. Management and organizations professor Julianna Pillemer reveals the psychological burden of having a massive social media audience. Psychology instructor Denée Buchko explains that if you have antipathy toward snakes, then your parents likely talked you into th...
Cannabis, Decision Making and Bipolar Disorder 21.02.2026 11:03
Psychiatry professor Jared W. Young explains how cannabis use is associated with better decision-making skills in people with bipolar disorder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Animal and Human Prescriptions: Not So Different After All 21.02.2026 21:34
For Vet Talk – which David confusingly also calls Pet Talk – veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford talks about how he recently prescribed a dog a tiny blue pill and why. (Yes, that tiny blue pill.) Cliff then covers these animal news stories: How parents likely talked you into antipathy toward snakes at an early age; and Pets can be silent witnesses and offer a fur-ensic tale. Learn more about your a...
Facts on Young People Sharing Explicit Pics 21.02.2026 10:58
Criminal Justice professor Justin Patchin from the Cyberbullying Research Center shares details of his new sexting study revealing an "alarming" reality for young people who share explicit images. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dating Apps Don't Optimize For Love 21.02.2026 10:56
Marketing professor Mathieu Lajante describes what dating apps are really optimizing for. (Hint: it isn't love.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A Solar System That Shouldn't Exist 21.02.2026 20:04
The show opens with astrophysics professor Jesse Rogerson covering these science news stories: Astronomers detect a solar system they say should not be possible; The simple habit that can significantly ease depression and anxiety; Scientists found a way to plant ideas in dreams to boost creativity; and Deer create mysterious ultraviolet signals that glow in forests. Learn more about your ad...
FULL EPISODE: Hack Your Brain While You Sleep - February 20, 2026 21.02.2026 1:27:55
The show opens with astrophysics professor Jesse Rogerson covering these science news stories: Astronomers detect a solar system they say should not be possible; The simple habit that can significantly ease depression and anxiety; Scientists found a way to plant ideas in dreams to boost creativity; and Deer create mysterious ultraviolet signals that glow in forests. Psychiatry professor Jared W. Y...
Attachment Styles and Ideal Dates 20.02.2026 10:41
Psychology professor Amy Muise explains how your attachment style predicts which activities boost romantic satisfaction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AI is Reshaping Human Connection 20.02.2026 10:41
Sociology and AI scientist James Evans discusses how as artificial intelligence is an increasing part of daily life, it is altering the landscape of human relationships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Staying Together For the Kids 20.02.2026 10:49
Therapist Laurel van der Toorn weighs in on whether it's ever a good idea to stay together for the kids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
99% Off MacBooks, For Criminals 20.02.2026 20:05
Tech analyst Carmi Levy joins David for It's Time For Technology Time and covers the following stories: ByteDance says it will add safeguards to Seedance 2.0 following Hollywood backlash; Cops say Best Buy worker used manager's code to get 99% off MacBooks; There's a bar in New York where you can have "dates" with digital partners; and Realtor, agency apologize for AI image that altered facad...
FULL EPISODE: A Bar Where You're Guaranteed a Robot Date - February 19, 2026 20.02.2026 1:27:55
Tech analyst Carmi Levy joins David for It's Time For Technology Time and covers the following stories: ByteDance says it will add safeguards to Seedance 2.0 following Hollywood backlash; Cops say Best Buy worker used manager's code to get 99% off MacBooks; There's a bar in New York where you can have "dates" with digital partners; and Realtor, agency apologize for AI image that altered facade of...
Dating Isn't Trading Stocks 19.02.2026 10:49
Psychology professor Paul Eastwick, co-host of the Love Factually podcast, challenges the idea that we should view dating as a marketplace. Check out Paul's book Bonded by Evolution here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AI: Increased Productivity, Increased Burnout 19.02.2026 10:18
AI and tech reporter Brent Griffiths explains the mental cost to all the AI productivity gains we've seen in the workplace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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