Why does laughter feel so good, and why do we need it so much? Priyanka and Hari explore laughter as medicine, social glue, and survival instinct. From the science of Duchenne laughter to the strange magic of laughing in groups, they unpack how laughter can heal even when it is forced, awkward, or imperfect. They also share personal experiences with art therapy and discuss how creativity can help process pain, restore agency, and calm the nervous system.

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Hari and Priyanka talk with double board certified reproductive endocrinologist and infertility expert Dr. Lucky Sekhon, author of The Lucky Egg. Together, they break down the biggest fertility myths and explain what is actually happening inside our bodies, from why orgasm has nothing to do with conception to what IVF really does. They also explore how much men contribute to infertility and the ethics of embryo testing, genetic screening, and so-called “designer babies.” It is a crash course in fertility every adult should hear.

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Why do we drink, even when it harms us? Priyanka and Hari explore our complicated relationship with alcohol, from first drinks to long term habits. Colorectal surgeon and author Dr. Charles Knowles joins them to discuss the research behind his book, Why We Drink Too Much. They examine how alcohol hijacks the brain’s reward system, why some people are more vulnerable to dependency, and the long overlooked risks of moderate drinking. The conversation spans dating culture, marketing myths, and mental health. Dr. Knowles also shares his own journey to sobriety and evidence based approaches to changing drinking behavior, including self compassion, community, and education.

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