David Cooper

The Last Show with David Cooper

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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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David Cooper

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Jesse Rogerson: Rogue Waves, Flu Expectations, And Cryogenics - January 23, 2026 24.01.2026 20:12

Science communicator and astrophysicist ⁠Jesse Rogerson⁠ brings us news stories from the science world: NASA's Artemis 2 moon rocket is on the launch pad⁠; Astronauts splash down to Earth after medical evacuation from space station⁠; Scientists tried to spread the flu, only to discover something unexpected⁠; Gigantic wave in the Pacific (Specific?) was the most extreme 'rogue wave' on record⁠; and...

Peter Cappelli: Workplace Slights - January 23, 2026 24.01.2026 10:50

Professor of management ⁠Peter Cappelli⁠ shares details of ⁠his study showing how overlooked workplace slights can carry real costs⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FULL EPISODE: Back To The Moon - January 23, 2026 24.01.2026 1:27:55

Science communicator and astrophysicist Jesse Rogerson brings us news stories from the science world: NASA's Artemis 2 moon rocket is on the launch pad; Astronauts splash down to Earth after medical evacuation from space station; Scientists tried to spread the flu, only to discover something unexpected; Gigantic wave in the Pacific (Specific?) was the most extreme 'rogue wave' on record; and Mosqu...

Anastasiia Grigorev: The Problem With Women And Children First - January 22, 2026 23.01.2026 10:46

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Carmi Levy: Dial 9-1-1 For AI (Non-emergency Edition) - January 22, 2026 23.01.2026 19:36

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Dr. Cliff Redford: Dogs Picking Up Words Like Children - January 22, 2026 23.01.2026 20:34

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Bastian Jaeger: Overlooking Attractiveness Discrimination - January 22, 2026 23.01.2026 10:48

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FULL EPISODE: Trademark Yourself - January 22, 2026 23.01.2026 1:27:55

The show opens with tech analyst Carmi Levy reporting on the following: Matthew McConaughey fights unauthorized AI likenesses by trademarking himself; ChatGPT to start showing users ads based on their conversations; Toronto police to use AI to handle non-emergency calls (don't forget to file your AI TPS reports); YouTube chief says 'managing AI slop' is a priority for 2026; and Atari Hotel project...

Lee Kuhnle: The Bermuda Triangle - January 21, 2026 22.01.2026 20:59

For Conspiracy Corner, political science professor Lee Kuhnle briefs David on the myths and plausible explanations for the strange history of the Bermuda Triangle. Check out Lee's podcast The Uncover Up here⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Natalie Norman: Friendship Ended Over Cake - January 21, 2026 22.01.2026 20:43

Toronto-based comedian ⁠Natalie Norman⁠ talks about whether the recent 2016 throwback photo trend is annoying, weighs in on an 'Am I the A-hole?' dilemma, and explores what to do when you're in a relationship but your coworker is attractive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Esther Walker: The Beckham Disaster - January 21, 2026 22.01.2026 9:27

British journalist ⁠Esther Walker⁠ walks us through ⁠the accusations Brooklyn Beckham has for his parents David and Victoria⁠, and ⁠gives her take⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gary Direnfeld: Dealing With A Fall Out Or Estrangement - January 21, 2026 22.01.2026 20:32

On Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday, therapist and social worker ⁠Gary Direnfeld⁠ chats about how to navigate estrangement and falling out that happens with families, and whether you should air your family trouble online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FULL EPISODE: Family Trouble - January 21, 2026 22.01.2026 1:27:55

British journalist Esther Walker walks us through the accusations Brooklyn Beckham has for his parents David and Victoria, and gives her take. For Conspiracy Corner, political science professor Lee Kuhnle briefs David on the myths and plausible explanations for the strange history of the Bermuda Triangle. (⁠Check out Lee's podcast The Uncover Up here⁠.) On Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday, therapi...

Katie Notopoulos: Heated Rivalry Internet Takeover - January 20, 2026 21.01.2026 9:37

Technology and culture correspondent ⁠Katie Notopoulos⁠ reveals ⁠the craze with TV show Heated Rivalry and how its fans have taken over the internet⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Paradis: If You Did The Work, Prove It - January 20, 2026 21.01.2026 10:22

Future-of-work reporter ⁠⁠Tim Paradis⁠ shares ⁠how big tech companies are handling fears of lost productivity with AI: by forcing employees to show their work⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kathrine Bang Madsen: ADHD Diagnoses And Mothers - January 20, 2026 21.01.2026 10:25

Associate professor of psychiatry in clinical research ⁠Kathrine Bang Madsen⁠ gives details of how ⁠ADHD diagnoses among mothers surge in the years following childbirth⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sydney Bradley: Partiful's The New Tinder - January 20, 2026 21.01.2026 10:32

Media and tech reporter ⁠Sydney Bradley⁠ explains how ⁠party invite app Partiful is becoming the new Tinder⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FULL EPISODE: The Gay Hockey Fans Invade - January 20, 2026 21.01.2026 1:27:55

Technology and culture correspondent Katie Notopoulos reveals the craze with TV show Heated Rivalry and how its fans have taken over the internet. Media and tech reporter Sydney Bradley explains how party invite app Partiful is becoming the new Tinder. Future-of-work reporter ⁠Tim Paradis shares how big tech companies are handling fears of lost productivity with AI: by forcing employees to show th...

Nicole Rosen: Why '6-7' Is Meaningless But Makes Sense - January 19, 2026 20.01.2026 19:23

Linguistics professor ⁠Nicole Rosen⁠ explains ⁠slanguage and how '6-7' makes sense even though it means nothing⁠, and answers David's linguistics questions regarding accents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Caitlin Green: Celebrity Fan Accounts And AI - January 19, 2026 20.01.2026 10:53

Media personality ⁠⁠Caitlin Green⁠⁠ brings up ⁠how creepy AI can be at the hands of celebrity super-fans⁠. Listen to Caitlin co-hosting The Jann Arden Podcast here⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlie Keil: Political Positions Of Entertainers - January 19, 2026 20.01.2026 10:44

Charlie Keil⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠⁠The Cinema Studies Institute⁠ and David consider whether taking political positions is dangerous for figures in entertainment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maria Corradini: Oven Temperature Scientist On Cookies - January 19, 2026 20.01.2026 10:57

Food science professor ⁠Maria Corradini⁠ (and oven temperature scientist) describes ⁠the temperature required for the perfect cookie⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FULL EPISODE: Linguistics From A Linguist - January 19, 2026 20.01.2026 1:27:55

Linguistics professor Nicole Rosen explains slanguage and how '6-7' makes sense even though it means nothing, and answers David's linguistics questions regarding accents. Food science professor Maria Corradini (and oven temperature scientist) describes the temperature required for the perfect cookie. ⁠Charlie Keil⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠The Cinema Studies Institute and David consider whether taking political po...

Dr. Wendi LeBrett: Fart Science - January 16, 2026 17.01.2026 10:47

Gastroenterologist and professional fart demystifier ⁠Dr. Wendi LeBrett⁠ answers David's questions on passing gas and explains some of the science behind tooting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Orfeu Buxton: Sleep Quality, Not Quantity - January 16, 2026 17.01.2026 10:49

Professor of biobehavioral health ⁠Dr. Orfeu Buxton⁠ reveals how ⁠fragmented sleep predicts slower mental processing speed the next day in older adults⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices