Why We Do What We Do

Cutting to the chase... we discuss vasectomies: what they are, why they work, and why some folks say they’re the best thing since sliced… tubes. With myth-busting, fun facts, and a dash of humor, it’s a snippy conversation you won’t want to miss :) RecommendationsAbraham: “Randomize” by Andy Weir (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/49661162-randomize)Shane: Gideon’s Bakehouse (https://gideonsbakehouse.com/)Holidays 12/11/24:Holiday Food Drive for Needy Animals DayInternational Mountain DayKaleidoscope DayMagnum P.I. DayNational App DayNational Have a Bagel DayNational Noodle Ring DayUNICEF BirthdayComputer Science Education WeekHuman Rights WeekLager Beer WeekNational Groundwater Awareness WeekLinks and References: https://www.urologyhealth.org/urology-a-z/v/vasectomyhttps://www.nm.org/healthbeat/healthy-tips/Surprising-Facts-About-Vasectomieshttps://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control/vasectomyhttps://www.uchicagomedicine.org/forefront/surgery-articles/vasectomy-trends-researchhttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9972380/https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/nsfg/key_statistics/v.htmhttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/4423-vasectomyhttps://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/vasectomy/about/pac-20384580https://www.yalemedicine.org/conditions/vasectomy#:~:text=About%20500%2C000%20men%20a%20year,a%20partner's%20vasectomy%20surgery%2C%20Dr.https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4274458/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

Some people have a real problem with buts. Many of the popular airmchair psychologists love to delivery quick, simple heuristics as panacea and life-coaching advice. The idea that we shouldn't use "but" in our language is an unfortunately and non-functional tool in their arsenal. We explain why it is both conceptually and practically incorrect, and still offer that these hucksters recommendations aren't all bad, just misguided. Join our membership program! www.patreon.com/wwdwwdpodcastListen to our podcast on spreaker!https://www.spreaker.com/episode/mini-035-i-m-sorry-but--63230377Or download it here: https://api.spreaker.com/v2/episodes/63230377/download.mp3Talk to us on social media@[email protected] and references from this episode: https://medium.com/@mcpflug/using-the-word-but-a-brief-guide-to-sincerity-clarity-ab311a2af6a6#:~:text=to%20sincerity%20&%20clarity-,Mary%20Catherine%20Pflug,afford%20one%2C%20but%20not%20both.https://anchorlighttherapy.com/avoid-but-in-communication-use-and-instead/#:~:text=%E2%80%9CI%20know%20you%20are%20tired,things%20are%20moving%20too%20fast.%E2%80%9Dhttps://anchorlighttherapy.com/avoid-but-in-communication-use-and-instead/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

Welcome to the new dictatorship! In this discussion, we reflect on the recent US election and the factors that contributed to the surprising shift in the electorate. We also speculate about the future given the proposed policies of the incoming administration. Prepare for doom and gloom with as much skeptical critical thinking as we can bring to this kind of activity.RecommendationsAbraham: Boycott bad people and businessesShane: Pod Save America ( https://crooked.com/podcast-series/pod-save-america/)Holidays (12/04/24)Cabernet Franc DayExtraordinary Work Team Recognition DayInternational Cheetah DayNational Cookie DayNational Dice DayNational Package Protection DayNational Sock DaySanta’s List DayWear Brown Shoes DayWomen WednesdayWorld Wildlife Conservation DayCookie Cutter WeekNational Hand Washing Awareness WeekNational Influenza Vaccination WeekNational Older Driver Safety Awareness WeekNational Car Donation MonthNational Pear MonthNational Tie MonthRoot Vegetables and Exotic Fruits MonthLinks and References: https://navigatorresearch.org/2024-post-election-survey-the-reasons-for-voting-for-trump-and-harris/https://finance.yahoo.com/news/much-grocery-prices-increased-since-140029491.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAACJYI_G5bXmqGia5OeGDdwx9t1lJQQfLw_Pnj6hmbzUA2ALHnjQ5zLTuySR43KU1fVoG5TJM0nBbw2a792cvwRzh2GCd0I27apGiiuLwB0A6GJkAS0MAAW7qVHbDYuuyBHryp_mM8Wt_ECtFK8sDBC2lol__C9JI0N-QQ6d6Gmhjhttps://www.theglobalist.com/united-states-donald-trump-germany-adolf-hitler-dictatorship-propaganda-politics/https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-how-change-vote-election-day-1984939Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

A lot of people like to share what they believe is the definition of insanity. What the definition of insanity is NOT is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. That is logically incoherent and also just not the definition of insanity. We'll explore where that saying comes from and what the actual definition of insanity is.Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/wwdwwdpodcastLinks and References: https://www.businessinsider.com/misattributed-quotes-2013-10https://www.history.com/news/here-are-6-things-albert-einstein-never-saidBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

How do filmmakers manipulate our emotions and perceptions with just a few cuts? This episode unpacks the Kuleshov Effect, a groundbreaking discovery that revolutionized editing and storytelling in cinema. From Brad Pitt’s infamous “What’s in the box?!” scene in Seven to Pixar’s emotional masterwork Inside Out, we explore how juxtaposing shots creates meaning, evokes emotion, and shapes narrative. We also delve into modern critiques and surprising insights, proving that even the simplest edits can wield extraordinary power—or maybe just leave us scratching our heads.RecommendationsAbraham: Crime Scene Kitchen (season 3; https://www.fox.com/crime-scene-kitchen/)Shane:  The Art Thief by Michael Finkel (https://www.michaelfinkel.com/books/the-art-thief/)Holidays (11/27/24):Thanksgiving tomorrow!Blackout WednesdayNational Bavarian Cream Pie DayNational Craft Jerky DayNational Electric Guitar DayNational Jukebox DayNational Pins and Needles DayPie in the Face DaySpitegivingTie One On DayTurtle Adoption DayWhat Do you Love About America DayBetter Conversation WeekChurch/State Separation WeekGERD Awareness WeekNational Adoption WeekNational Deal WeekNational Family WeekNational Farm-City WeekNational Game & Puzzle WeekLinks and References: https://nofilmschool.com/Kuleshov-effect-definitionEmotion Recognition and ASD:Baron-Cohen, S., Wheelwright, S., & Jolliffe, T. (1997). Is there a "Language of the Eyes"? Cognitive Science, 21(1), 67-93.Harms, M. B., Minshew, N. J., & Behrmann, M. (2010). Toward a Selective Social Cognition Profile in Autism. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 40(7), 949-958.Perspective-Taking and Theory of Mind:Happe, F., & Frith, U. (1996). The cognitive analysis of social behaviour. Cognition, 50(1-2), 115-129.Saxe, R., & Kanwisher, N. (2003). People thinking about thinking people: The role of the temporoparietal junction in "theory of mind." NeuroImage, 19(4), 1835-1842.Visual Processing in ASD:Plaisted, K., O'Riordan, M., & Baron-Cohen, S. (1998). Enhanced discrimination of novel, but not familiar, stimuli by individuals with autism. Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, 39(5), 765-775.Wang, A. T., & Lu, H. (2016). Visual Processing in Autism: A Review of the Literature. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 70, 83-93.Social Learning and Media Exposure:Moore, C., & Dunham, P. J. (1995). Joint Attention: Its Origins and Role in Development. Psychology Press.Solomon, M., & Bruckner, C. (2012). Media and Social Learning in Autism. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 42(12), 2617-2626.Psychology:McHugo, G. J., et al. (2013). The Role of Context in Emotion Recognition: A Review of the Literature. Emotion, 13(2), 236-249.Beck, J. S. (2011). Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Basics and Beyond. Guilford Press.Baird, A. A., & Gernsbacher, M. A. (2003). The Role of Emotion in Communicative Context. Cognitive Science, 27(4), 581-600.Sussman, A. L., et al. (2003). The Influence of Context on Emotion Recognition: A Review. Emotion, 3(4), 399-411.Goleman, D. (1995). Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ. Bantam Books.ABA:Carr, E. G., & Durand, V. M. (1985). Reducing Behavior Problems Through Functional Communication Training. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 18(2), 111-126.Smith, T. (2001). Discrete Trial Training in the Treatment of Autism. Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 16(2), 86-92.Leaf, J. B., et al. (2016). Social Skills Assessment and Training for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Behavioral Interventions, 31(4), 461-475.Cooper, J. O., Heron, T. E., & Heward, W. L. (2007). Applied Behavior Analysis. Pearson.Odom, S. L., et al. (2010). Evidence-Based Practices in Interventions for Children and Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 25(3), 158-169.Kuleshov, L. (1970). "The Principles of Film Form." In Film Theory and Criticism: Introductory Readings (p. 43-46). New York: Oxford University Press.https://omny.fm/shows/stuff-to-blow-your-mind/from-the-vault-the-kuleshov-effect-part-2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

It's these silly little questions that we don't think about, but are curious to hear the answer. We can estimate how many books someone reads by figuring out how long books are, how fast people read, how many books they tend to read in a year, and how many years they are likely to live. Depending on who you are, that number yields a pretty big range. But probably less than you might have thought..? Listen in and find out!Become a member: www.patreon.com/wwdwwdpodcastLinks and References: https://lithub.com/how-many-books-will-you-read-before-you-die/https://www.ssa.gov/OACT/population/longevity.htmlhttps://scholarwithin.com/average-reading-speed#:~:text=read%2020%20pages.-,Adult%20Average%20Reading%20Speed,of%20300%20words%20per%20minute.https://www.theguardian.com/books/2015/dec/10/are-books-getting-longer-survey-marlon-james-hanya-yanagiharahttps://www.pewresearch.org/internet/2016/09/01/book-reading-2016-appendix-a/https://worldpopulationreview.com/country-rankings/average-books-read-per-year-by-countryBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

Some arguments are so bad that if even they were right, they'd be wrong. In this discussion, we unpack a specific example of criminally poor arguments. We take a couple of paragraphs and dismantal each argument. Perhaps this will even give you some ideas for how to take apart weak arguments that you encounter. RecommendationsAbraham: Inside Out 2  (https://movies.disney.com/inside-out-2)Shane: Upgrade by Blake Crouch (https://blakecrouch.com/books/upgrade/)Holidays 11/20/24:African Industrialization DayBeautiful DayFuture Teachers of America DayGlobally Organized Hug a Runner Day (G.O.H.A.R.D.)Name your PC DayNational Absurdity DayNational Peanut Butter Fudge DayTransgender Day of RemembranceUniversal Children’s DayAmerican Education WeekInternational Fraud Awareness WeekInternational Restorative Justice WeekNational Geography Awareness WeekWorld Antimicrobial Awareness WeekLinks and References: https://www.montereybayaquarium.org/animals/animals-a-to-z/deep-sea-anglerfish#:~:text=At%20the%20end%20of%20the,bioluminescence%20in%20the%20deep%20sea.https://animaldiversity.org/accounts/Lophius_piscatorius/#:~:text=Anglerfish%20inhabit%20the%20ocean%20at,low%20as%20the%20continental%20shelf.https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022098119304836https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/hurricanes-make-lizards-evolve-bigger-toe-pads-180974772/https://www.caltech.edu/about/news/a-beetle-gland-illustrates-how-new-organs-evolve#:~:text=An%20ideal%20organism%20to%20address,spray%20predators%20with%20toxic%20chemicals.https://www.bbc.com/news/health-61045950https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/human-sea-nomads-may-have-evolved-to-be-the-worlds-elite-divers/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

What is the deal with revolving doors? How are they trying to control us? Who's behind the cabal of big revolving doors? Just kidding :) There are some very practical reasons for revolving doors, and it's a thing we made as a species, so it's a thing we talk about as a podcast. Become a member at patreon.com/wwdwwdpodcastLinks: https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/computer-science/revolving-door#:~:text=Revolving%20doors%20consist%20of%20three,be%20manually%20or%20automatically%20operated.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Revolving_door#:~:text=In%20right%2Dhand%20traffic%20countries,rotations%20are%20mixed%20in%20Britain.https://godoors.com.au/blog/purpose-of-revolving-doors/#:~:text=As%20the%20doors%20rotate%2C%20this,with%20heating%20and%20air%20conditioning.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

Public speaking is some people's number one fear. For most people, it is not preferred and can be difficult to master. There is a lot research about public speaking spanning the fear, treatment for the fear of public speaking, and how to improve your delivery of public speaking. We discuss the relative benefits of public speaking, the nature of the fear of public speaking, and some strategies to improve your public speaking. Tell us about your experience speaking in public!RecommendationsAbraham: The Adam Project (https://www.netflix.com/title/81309354)Shane: The Menu (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt9764362/)Holidays (11/13/24)National Dream Destination DayRoast Dinner DayNational Hug a Musician DayWorld Kindness DayNational Indian Pudding DaySadie Hawkins DaySymphonic Metal DayNational Recycling WeekCairo Film International FestivalAnti-Bullying WeekWorldwide Bereaved Siblings MonthSweet Potato Awareness MonthSpinach and Squash MonthPrematurity Awareness MonthNational Raisin Bread MonthNational Pepper MonthNational Peanut Butter Lovers MonthWhoopi Goldberg’s bdayLinks and References: https://www.verywellmind.com/most-common-phobias-4136563Parvis, L. F. (2001). The importance of communication and public speaking skills. Journal of Environmental Health, 63(9), 44–45.https://ca.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/why-is-public-speaking-importanthttps://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/jaba.1093https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/smashing-the-brainblocks/201711/why-are-we-scared-of-public-speakingMancuso, C., & Miltenberger, R. G. (2016). Using habit reversal to decrease filled pauses in public speaking. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 49(1), 188–192. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.267Spieler, C., & Miltenberger, R. G. (2017). Using awareness training to decrease nervous habits during public speaking. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 50(1), 38–47. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.362Montes, C. C., Heinicke, M. R., & Geierman, D. M. (2019). Awareness training reduces college students' speech disfluencies in public speaking. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 52(3), 746–755. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.569Pawlik, B., & Perrin, C. J. (2020). Reducing speech disfluencies during public speaking using brief habit reversal. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 53(2), 1080–1088. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.627Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.

Special guest, Dr. Lauren Brown, BCBA-D, LBA joins us in our first-ever guest-hosted mini to discuss a collaborative effort between behavior analysts and medical professionals to make it easier to receive vaccines for individuals with disabilities. These sensory-friendly vaccine kits are a part of a grant project to investigate some strategies for making shots less aversive. These may actually work for a variety of difficult medical procedures in addition to just vaccinations. Become a WWDWWD member today! www.patreon.com/wwdwwdpodcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/why-we-do-what-we-do--3419521/support.