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 Backrooms: The Mysterious Abandoned Spaces 28.05.2026 11:03
Consumer culture studies lecturer Sophie James and professor James Cronin discuss Backrooms: odd abandoned spaces and the dark tourism of them emerging online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You're Wrong About Fasting: It Doesn't Melt Your Brain 28.05.2026 10:45
Psychology researcher Christoph Bamberg explains how you're probably wrong about fasting, as it may not have a negative impact on your brainpower. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FULL EPISODE: Moon Base, Phase One, Go! - May 27, 2026 28.05.2026 1:27:55
It's science news with professor Jesse Rogerson covering: AI slop is flooding science publishing, and one major site is fighting back; We finally know how an all-female fish keeps cloning itself; and NASA begins phase 1 of building its Moon base, and here's the full plan. Psychology researcher Christoph Bamberg explains how you're probably wrong about fasting, as it may not have a negative impact...
Smart Beluga Whale Passes the Mirror Test 27.05.2026 10:53
Marine mammal scientist and cognitive psychology professor Diana Reiss shares how a beluga whale showed a sign of intelligence once thought unique to humans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People Overestimate AI's Confidence 27.05.2026 10:49
Cognitive psychology professor Clara Colombatto reveals how people overestimate how confident AI systems are in their responses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do We Absorb Info Better on Paper or Screens? 27.05.2026 10:29
Cognitive psychology professor Erik Reichle explains how we absorb information that we read on paper versus on screens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A Zombie Ant Video Game That Teaches Evolution 27.05.2026 10:50
Neuro-parasitologist William C. Beckerson chats about the zombie ant virtual reality game that increases players' understanding of evolution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Does Emotional Intelligence Stop Rudeness? 27.05.2026 10:01
Linguist Nicola McNab communicates what the science says about whether emotional intelligence stops us from being rude. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mohenjo-daro: The Ancient, Equal Society 27.05.2026 10:12
Archaeology professor Adam S. Green discusses how a 4,000-year-old city defied history's rules by becoming more equal as it became more successful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FULL EPISODE: Whale, Know Thyself - May 26, 2026 27.05.2026 1:27:55
Linguist Nicola McNab communicates what the science says about whether emotional intelligence stops us from being rude. Cognitive psychology professor Erik Reichle explains how we absorb information that we read on paper versus on screens. Cognitive psychology professor Clara Colombatto reveals how people overestimate how confident AI systems are in their responses. Professor of technology and soc...
Sloth World Problems 23.05.2026 9:52
Animal welfare consultant Dr. Holly Molinaro covers the sloth-based tragedy at Sloth World and tells David why paid animal petting experiences should be avoided in favor of accredited zoos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why Is Almost Everyone Right-Handed? 23.05.2026 10:37
Evolutionary anthropologist Rachel Hurwitz outlines how our ancient, evolutionary history reveals why almost everyone is right-handed today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Historical Hoaxes and Scams 23.05.2026 21:09
Corner, professor of conspiracy studies Nathan Radke goes over historical hoaxes and scams, explaining what we can learn from them today. 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.fm/adchoices
Kids Taking Risks Keeps Them Safe 23.05.2026 11:08
Professor in pediatrics Mariana Brussoni extols the benefits of kids engaging in risky play, and describes how it helps them make faster, smarter decisions in traffic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Booze Causes Inflammation, Healthy Diet Doesn't Help Much 23.05.2026 9:46
Exercise and sport science professor Jimikaye Courtney shares how a healthy diet doesn't cancel out the inflammatory effects of alcohol. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FULL EPISODE: On Binge Drinking and Kale Smoothies - May 22, 2026 23.05.2026 1:27:55
Animal welfare consultant Dr. Holly Molinaro covers the sloth-based tragedy at Sloth World and tells David why paid animal petting experiences should be avoided in favor of accredited zoos. For Conspiracy Corner, professor of conspiracy studies Nathan Radke goes over historical hoaxes and scams, explaining what we can learn from them today. (Check out Nathan's podcast The Uncover Up Conspiracy Cas...
Humanity's Survival Is Unlikely: A Nobel-Winning Physicist's Warning 22.05.2026 20:38
Nobel-prize winning theoretical physicist David Gross talks about his interest and work in particle physics, and then explains that if we don't act soon, humanity may be doomed to perish in nuclear war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jeff Bezos on Income Tax: Lower Earners Shouldn't Pay It 22.05.2026 10:49
Economics professor Moshe Lander weighs in on Jeff Bezos stating that the bottom half of earners should pay zero in income taxes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Podcasts Verification Badges; Pizza Hut Claims $100M Loss from AI 22.05.2026 19:35
On It's Time For Technology Time, Carmi Levy covers the following stories from the tech industry: Spotify is launching verification badges for podcasts to help listeners avoid AI slop; Iran demands Big Tech pay fees for undersea Internet cables in the Strait of Hormuz; Pizza Hut franchisee says AI caused $100M in damages; Google just announced a new laptop platform called Googlebooks; and El...
Why Tech Founders Are Dumping Their Girlfriends 22.05.2026 9:52
Journalist Amanda Yen gives the scoop on a new trend amongst young tech founders who are dumping their girlfriends and going 'monk mode'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dildo, Newfoundland: Visit This Summer! 22.05.2026 10:49
Joining The Last Show's around the world travel series is Andrew Pretty from Dildo Boat Tours, who details why there's no place like Dildo, Newfoundland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
FULL EPISODE: Non-Proliferation Now - May 21, 2026 22.05.2026 1:27:55
On It's Time For Technology Time, Carmi Levy covers the following stories from the tech industry: Spotify is launching verification badges for podcasts to help listeners avoid AI slop; Iran demands Big Tech pay fees for undersea Internet cables in the Strait of Hormuz; Pizza Hut franchisee says AI caused $100M in damages; Google just announced a new laptop platform called Googlebooks; and Elon Mus...
Should We Be Concerned About Ebola? 21.05.2026 10:30
Infectious disease specialist and professor of medicine Dr. Isaac Bogoch breaks down what's really going on with the current Ebola virus outbreak and whether we should be concerned about it in North America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sleeping With Earbuds; What Time You Wake Up 21.05.2026 20:17
It's breaking snooze from The Snooze Room with neurologist Dr. Kenneth Lee who breaks down whether it's safe to wear earbuds while sleeping and why your wake-up time may matter more than how long you sleep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What to Know About Anonymous School Tip Lines 21.05.2026 10:51
Sarah Stilwell from University of Michigan's Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention describes how anonymous school tip lines reveal patterns in threats and mental health concerns among youth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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