In this episode, Dr. Becky Kennedy, founder of Good Inside, shares effective strategies for parenting resilient children. She emphasizes the importance of empowering parents to take responsibility for their actions and repair relationships with their children. Dr. Kennedy challenges traditional parenting norms by promoting emotional regulation, boundary-setting, and self-validation in children. She also discusses how parents can foster resilience by allowing children to face difficulties and learn from them, as well as reinforcing positive communication techniques. This episode provides valuable insights for enhancing parenting skills and fostering emotional wellness in families.

This episode reveals a chilling medical mystery in Goiânia, Brazil, in September 1987. After a family gathering, several members, including Maria Ferreira, fall critically ill with symptoms initially thought to be food poisoning or a tropical disease. As conditions worsen, Maria discovers a link to a mysterious blue powder, eventually identified as Cesium-137, a radioactive material from an abandoned cancer clinic. The incident escalates into one of the deadliest radiation disasters, highlighting both individual suffering and significant public health failures.

In this episode, the hosts explore the upcoming popcorn-making competition dubbed the Pop Off, with Greg expressing doubts about his skills against Dan, who is favored to win. Chris shares a humorous update about an encounter at Oktoberfest involving a mysterious toe, creating a comedic backdrop. As both hosts prepare their popcorn recipes under various challenges, the segment humorously chronicles their banter and the unique dynamics of their cooking styles. The tasting segment culminates in playful critiques of each other's popcorn, leading to a light-hearted showdown as they each vie for supremacy in flavor and presentation.

In this episode, Dr. Bernardo Huberman discusses his unconventional journey as a physicist, emphasizing the significance of curiosity in shaping his academic and personal life. He shares insights from his education, experiences in different cultural environments, and the challenges of pursuing science in an oppressive political landscape. The conversation delves into complex scientific concepts such as chaos theory and quantum mechanics, highlighting how these ideas not only contribute to scientific knowledge but also inform a joyful and meaningful existence. Additionally, the episode touches on the balance between rigorous intellectual pursuit and the appreciation of everyday life.