The Last Show with David Cooper

David gives a cat update and reads some listener texts. Our top stories: Zombie deer disease (sorry, scientists); and Pirate's Booty founder takes over village. Dr. David Samson – a rebel in studying sleep – explains that we might be on the verge of a sleep enlightenment. Microbiome researcher Dr. Sean Gibbons tells you what your poop schedule says about your health. David interviews Wilder "The B...

David covers a fake dentist arrest and wishes everyone a National Alien Abduction Day. Dr. Daniela Pirani and Dr. Vera Hoelscher reveal why women seldom propose to men – and what happens when they do. Tech expert Carmi Levy joins the show for It's Time For Technology Time and covers these stories: Apple's upcoming live translation Airpod feature; Google acquiring cybersecurity firm Wiz; and Hollyw...

David gives a cat update then covers top stories: Pilot rehired after cocaine-related dismissal; and Golden toilet thieves found guilty. Oxford professor Suzannah Williams explains the "poo zoo" and how dung could be used in animal conservation. On Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday, Gary Direnfeld and David tackle the topic of loneliness. Georgia Huntley shares her experiences creating speed-friend...

David talks about his cat and covers comedian Matt Puzhitsky's idea for Canada's secret weapon. The Donut Daddy (Anthony Randello-Jahn) explains what it's like being a sexy pastry influencer. Dr. Lee Kuhnle on Conspiracy Corner goes over conspiracies for obedience and control. (Check out Lee's podcast here.) On Sex, Et Cetera, Samantha Bitty and David discuss when "types" are fine or problematic....

David talks about his appearance on Global's The Morning Show, then covers stories: Everyone's getting dumber; and Giant German school graffiti. Neuroscientist Dr. Ganesh Babulal explains how AI can detect depression by analyzing your driving. TV host Noah Cappe goes into the strange Antikythera mechanism and more on Noah vs. The Unknown. For Pop Cultured, Like Fungus, media personality Caitlin Gr...

After wishing everyone a happy Pi Day (3/14), David shares the news that lack of sleep leads to belief in conspiracy theories. (Note that e Day is on February 71st – a recurring theme.) Sexual communication scholar Dr. Chelsea Reynolds explains the Internet's obsession with sexy chefs. Astrophysicist and astrobiologist Dr. Sarah Rugheimer reveals the evidence of ancient sandy beaches found on Mars...

David's top stories: Wombat crime; and Toxic slushies. Carmi Levy joins the show for It's Time For Technology Time. Carmi reports on flying cars, a robot vacuum's uncertain future, Twitter/X going down, and more. Jason "The Germ Guy" Tetro shares details about a murder-plotting chatbot gone off the rails. Then, its' associate professor Alex Jensen on who your parent's favorite child is. Junwen Hu...

David opens with top travel stories: Demon on a plane; and Man with a turtle in his pants. Radio host Ben Mulroney discusses the human side of the current trade war. Therapist Gary Direnfeld joins the show for Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday. David and Gary have a heartfelt chat about people who are going through "it" (having a tough time). Mia Radovanovic shares her results that people-pleasing...

David opens with top stories: An $88,000 Cheeto; and Cross-border egg smuggling. A legend in the art world, accountant Jamie Lee Matthias describes what it's like being the world's worst artist. Conspiracy theory expert Nathan Radke joins the show for Conspiracy Corner and outlines the ingredients for authoritarian stew. (Check out Nathan's podcast The Uncover Up here.) Professor Randall Hansen ex...

David calls his mom, and covers top stories: An orange cone epidemic in New Zealand; and Japanese employers calling people's parents. Sara Dommer outlines her study on why we cheat ourselves. Relationship coach Dawn Smith and David celebrate the benefits of going to bed angry. Media personality Caitlin Green on Pop Cultured, Like Fungus discusses Lady Gaga's engagement "ring", a new app, and someo...

David makes an exciting announcement about the show and then does top stories: Citigroup's $81 trillion "inputting error"; and A regrettable sex parlor bust. Science man Dan Riskin joins David for The Science Appliance and explains how you should trust your gut. Criminology professors Dr. Eric Piza and Dr. Brandon Welsh reveal whether CCTV cameras really deter crime significantly. Psychology stude...

Social psychologist Kyle Conlon goes over his study on mate poaching. Olivia Breedin explains the science of sexual afterglow. Aubrey – the owner of viral golden retriever Senior Boy Bruce – shares everything you need to know about the lovable dog. Finally, Dr. Kelsey Lucca answers whether babies know right from wrong. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (001:50) Kyle Conlon (13:37) Olivia Breedin (22:...

The show begins with Conspiracy Corner and Nathan Radke. David and Nathan discuss whether or not we are living in a simulation. Step aside, Sleeping Beauty! (Check out Nathan's podcast here.) Then, social-personality psychologist William Chopik shares how after years of remote work, everyone has forgotten how to behave in the office. Finally, Noémie Viens connects perfectionists and sexual wellbei...

The show opens with evolutionary biologist Dan Riskin on The Science Appliance. David and Dan discuss how angry men are dumb, the science of interspecies animal friendship, and art and dark themes. After that, Dr. Erica Pensini gives us the latest in slime science. Segments: (00:00) Intro (01:54) Dan Riskin pt. 1 (13:21) Dan Riskin pt. 2 (24:52) Dan Riskin pt. 3 (37:14) Dr. Erica Pensini (46:24) S...

It's Time For Technology Time with Carmi Levy kicks off the show. David and Carmi cover Microsoft’s quantum computing breakthrough and a Google Maps naming gaffe. Dr. Gwinyai Masukume explains how major sporting events can influence birth patterns across the globe. Ching (Margo) Lee from Hong Kong Polytechnic University provides the scoop on an AI-enabled smart jacket. Segments: (00:00) Introducti...

The program opens with Dr. Sarah Dermody going over her research into how couples fight. The conversation spills into Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday with Gary Direnfeld as he and David discuss strategies for fighting well with your significant other. Finally, new hot-sauce related Guinness Record holder Mike Jack describes his recent accomplishment. Segments: (00:00) Introduction (02:02) Dr. Sar...

The show opens with Vet Pet Talk – it's like Car Talk, only about pets... and less helpful. Veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford chats about a recent story involving unexpected high vet bills. Sociology of gender lecturer Dr. Clare Stovell explains how parents' lack of discussion drives traditional gender roles when raising kids. Finally, professor Hermundur Sigmundsson shares how to teach teenagers gri...

The show opens with associate professor Alex Jensen on who a parent's favorite child is. Then, it's Sex, Et Cetera with Samantha Bitty. Samantha and David discuss how to be friends with your partner's friends. After that, Dr. Rowena Packer explains what happened to all those puppies that were adopted during the pandemic. Finally, Heidi Corte, gives us the scoop on her viral cat, Felix Fitz. Segmen...

Bat biologist Dr. Dan Riskin joins the show for The Science Appliance. David and Dan go over a new way to cook eggs and how afternoon naps make you smarter. (Sign up for Dan's newsletter here.) Rachel Van Nortwick discusses her dating app Vinylly – which matches you based on music compatibility. Dr. Christina Vogels explains her recent article about "tradwives": the social media trend where women...

The show opens with restaurateur Nahji Chu who explains the mix up she found herself in and her explicit fortune cookies. After that, it's Time For Technology Time with Carmi Levy. Topics covered: Gamestop selling off certain operations claiming "wokeness and DEI"; and ChatGPT now allowing erotica. Advanced media professor Shelly Palmer discusses how young people are increasingly choosing AI roman...

The show opens with Gary Direnfeld on Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday. David and Gary discuss the stress of traveling: a traveler's dire reality. Human development and family studies professor Dr. Brian Ogolsky gives us the news that modern dating isn't broken. Neuroscientist Luis Lemus explains that macaques monkeys can learn language (kinda-sorta). Dr. Patricia Pendry shares her findings on the...

The show opens with David in bed with his cat Tomato. Dr. Samantha J. Shebib explains what type of emotional support works best. Adam Bode shares how contrary to popular belief, certain antidepressants don't dull romantic love. Journalist Mihika Agarwal provides insight into the AI-powered matchmaking boom in India. Finally, journalist Ravi Meah describes how the "five second rule" changed his lif...

We're back from a couple weeks away. The show opens with conspiracy studies professor Nathan Radke on Conspiracy Corner discussing the UFO expert who says Trump could be "the best man for the job" of a UFO bombshell declassification. (Check out Nathan's podcast The Uncover Up here.) After that, it's writer Jacqueline Kehoe on the life lessons she learned taking a cruise with older folks. Finally,...

The show opens with The Science Appliance with bat biologist Dr. Dan Riskin. After discussing a "bone guy," Dan and David chat about an newly discovered asteroid that could kill us all (spoiler: it probably won't) and how being nice makes you more happy. Then, we cover the French woman who got duped by a fake Brad Pitt for over $800,000 on Pop Cultured, Like Fungus with media personality Caitlin G...

The show opens with It's Time For Technology Time with Carmi Levy. David and Carmi discuss a supersonic jet, backlash over Google renaming The Gulf of Mexico, used $50,000 phones with a certain app, and the latest in the TikTok saga. International Naturist Federation president Stéphane Deschênes explains National Working Naked Day and fields questions about being a naturist. Brossard, Quebec resid...