The Last Show with David Cooper

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 Green. After that, it's Paul Guilbeault and his remarkable tale of being reunited with his lost dog after 8 years. Anthropologist Dr. Caroline Smith shares her research showing that not only men but also women with higher upper body strength have more sexual partners.Segments:(00:00) Introduction(01:58) Dan Riskin pt. 1(12:06) Dan Riskin pt. 2(22:46) Dan Riskin pt. 3(32:58) Caitlin Green pt. 1(44:03) Caitlin Green pt. 2(55:13) Paul Guilbeault pt. 1(1:04:22) Paul Guilbeault pt. 2(1:15:19) Dr. Caroline Smith(1:25:39) Sign-off

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 resident Sharon Lie tell us why you shouldn't be scared to take sick leave. (If you'd like to get in touch, you can email Sharon here: sharonlie17@gmail.com.) Travel expert Claire Newell goes over a heartbreaking story of a woman and her son who died by food poisoning while vacationing. Doug Newell chats about collecting over 25,000 Hot Wheels cars. Podcaster Sammy Younan shares the scariest horror movie of all time, according to Stephen King. Segments:(00:00) Introduction(01:58) Carmi Levy pt. 1(13:09) Carmi Levy pt. 2(23:56) Stéphane Deschênes pt. 1(34:41) Stéphane Deschênes pt. 2(45:35) Sharon Lie(56:34) Claire Newell(1:07:20) Doug Woods(1:15:44) Sammy Younan(1:24:54) Sign-off

The show opens with "de-influencer" Sharon (@sharon.a.life). After that, it's Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday with Gary Direnfeld. Gary and David discuss how to rebuild your life after trauma. Dr. Adam Wright explains how minimum wage hikes negatively impact students' summer employment. Then, it's Conspiracy Corner with Dr. Lee Kuhnle on the strange apocalyptic prophecies of Harold Camping. (Check out Lee's podcast The Uncover Up Conspiracy Cast here.) Podcaster Craig Baird walks David through the surprisingly controversial history of Toronto's iconic jamaican patties. David's friend JJ Shultz explains what winter boat ownership and flashlights have to do with one another.Segments:(00:00) Introduction(01:50) Sharon (De-influencer)(13:07) Gary Direnfeld pt. 1(25:49) Gary Direnfeld pt. 2(34:17) Dr. Adam Wright(45:27) Dr. Lee Kuhnle pt. 1(55:31) Dr. Lee Kuhnle pt. 1(1:08:13) Craig Baird(1:18:54) JJ Shultz(1:29:03) Sign-off

The show opens with veterinarian Dr. Cliff Redford who describes his recent trip to the arctic to help pets. Psychology professor Paul Eastwick explains how men and women are equally attracted to younger partners – surprisingly, it's not just men. (Check out The LOVE FACTUALLY Podcast by Paul here.) Kathy Koch tells David about "Onlypaws" – Toronto Zoo's Valentine's Day campaign. Subhabrata Moitra warns of the dangers of vaping during pregnancy for both mother and child. Professor of ageing and clinical psychology Joshua Stott breaks down the link between ADHD and shortened life expectancy. Producer Dani brings her grievances to the show.Segments:(00:00) Introduction(01:30) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 1(11:56) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 2(22:13) Dr. Cliff Redford pt. 3(32:43) Paul Eastwick(44:03) Kathy Koch(55:02) Subhabrata Moitra(1:05:03) Joshua Stott(1:15:58) Producer Dani(1:26:18) Sign-off w/ Producer Dani

David's top stories: A robot boyfriend; and Brooklyn's stink flower Smelliot. Sexual health and consent educator Samantha Bitty joins David for Sex, Et Cetera for a few shorter sex-related topics. Cybersecurity expert Francis Syms goes over China's AI announcement. Toronto-based standup comedian Natalie Norman and David cover a pressing question: How does anyone function as an adult? Registered nutritionist Lianne Phillipson discusses coffee upgrades.Segments:(00:00) Introduction(01:36) A robot boyfriend(06:20) Brooklyn's stink flower Smelliot(9:57)) Samantha Bitty pt. 1(20:04) Samantha Bitty pt. 2(31:04) Francis Syms pt. 1(41:20) Francis Syms pt. 2(53:08) Natalie Norman pt. 1(1:04:01) Natalie Norman pt. 2(1:13:26) Lianne Phillipson(1:22:57) Sign-off

The show begins with lots of banter on The Science Appliance with science communicator Dr. Dan Riskin. Topics covered: Evolution and why we like celebrity gossip; COVID lockdowns (possibly) affecting the moon's temperature; and Why birds line their nests with snake skins. (Sign up for Dan's newsletter here.) Astrobiologist Sarah Rugheimer discusses new observations of black holes. (Check out Sarah's Audible Original Searching for Extraterrestrial Life here.) Associate professor of management and marketing Dr. Gamze Koseoglu goes over her findings on perfectionist bosses. Peter Vickers, a "science-first" philosopher of science shares how most scientists feel about whether aliens exist. Finally, Julia Wigmore tells David that despite the stereotype in Marvel and DC movies, rough childhoods do not doom characters to become villains.Segments:(00:00) Introduction(01:18) Dan Riskin pt. 1(11:57) Dan Riskin pt. 2(22:25) Dan Riskin pt. 3(34:05) Sarah Rugheimer(44:42) Dr. Gamze Koseoglu(54:55) Peter Vickers pt. 1(1:04:15) Peter Vickers pt. 2(1:15:04) Julia Wigmore(1:23:01) Sign-off

A legend in the art world, accountant Jamie Lee Matthias describes what it's like being the world's worst artist. David stokes the flames of the pineapple on pizza debate with Francis Woolf, owner of Lupa Pizza in Norwich that charges £100 for Hawaiian pizza. After that It's Time for Technology Time with Carmi Levy who discusses the latest in the TikTok ordeal, Amazon shutting down operations not due to a union, and more. Professor of isotope geology Dr. Andreas Pack shares new science on how the moon formed. Medicine professor Dr. Stafford Lightman tells David how waking up isn't as stressful as you'd think (at least in terms of stress hormones). Boutique matchmaker and dating expert Shannon Tebb goes over dating trends for 2025.Segments:(00:00) Introduction(02:00) Jamie Lee Matthias(13:12) Francis Woolf(22:53) Carmi Levy pt. 1(34:02) Carmi Levy pt. 2(44:27) Carmi Levy pt. 3(56:03) Andreas Pack(1:05:35) Stafford Lightman(1:15:40) Shannon Tebb(1:24:52) Sign-off

It's Therapy Thursdays on a Wednesday (finally) with Gary Direnfeld and the topic: advice for kids during stressful times. Science writer Lynne Peeples, author of The Inner Clock: Living in Sync with Our Circadian Rhythms tells David about circadian rhythms and her bunker experiment. Dr. Jessica Salvatore shares her research on the genetic risk for mental health issues being linked to higher divorce rates. Sex and relationship therapist Christine Rafe goes over what happens to your body when you stop having sex, and the disturbing fall of teen condom use. Dr. Terry Beavers warns of the cancer-causing potential of alcohol. Law and media professor Jane Roberts reveals what you need to know about "dupes".Segments:(00:00) Introduction(01:52) Gary Direnfeld pt. 1(12:09) Gary Direnfeld pt. 2(22:22) Lynne Peeples(34:49) Dr. Jessica Salvatore(47:24) Christine Rafe pt. 1(57:53) Christine Rafe pt. 2(1:07:42) Dr. Therese Bevers(1:17:29) Alexandra Roberts(1:27:11) Sign-off

David describes outrageous PDA he witnessed to sexual health and consent educator, Samantha Bitty on Sex, Et Cetera. Behavioral neuroscience professor Dr. Kelly Lambert explains how she taught rats to drive and that their joy suggests how anticipating fun can enrich us. Behavioural ecologist Frigg Speelman gives the scoop on why some birds choose divorce while others mate for life. Toronto-based comedian Natalie Norman and David discuss cold. Nipple Dave makes an appearance. Dr. Stefan Korber breaks down balance and variety in workplace friendships. Professor of accounting Dr. Nargess Golshan speaks to how she used AI–based voice analysis to assesses depression in business leaders.Segments:(00:00) Introduction(1:30) Samantha Bitty pt. 1(12:03) Samantha Bitty pt. 2(23:28) Dr. Kelly Lambert(35:38) Frigg Speelman(46:35) Natalie Norman pt. 1(56:48) Natalie Norman pt. 2(1:07:42) Dr. Stefan Korber(1:18:13) Dr. Nargess Golshan(1:26:59) Sign-off