Episode 57: How Do Cats Behave? – features Dr. Mikel Delgado, a leading cat behavior expert and researcher who shares her insights into the feline mind and how we can better understand our feline companions.

Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation between Dylan Carnahan and Dr. Mikel Delgado, a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist (CAAB) and author. Dr. Delgado breaks down the science of cat behavior, debunks common myths, and provides practical advice for improving the lives of indoor cats.

Listen as Dr. Delgado shares her journey into animal science, the psychological needs of cats, and the leading research on how to build a better relationship with your pet.

In this episode we discuss:

• 00:30 – Introducing Dr. Mikel Delgado
• 01:34 – How did you become interested in Cats?
• 03:47 – What common behavioral issues do cats have?
• 07:13 – What is commonly misunderstood about cats?
• 19:23 – Do different cat breeds have different temperaments?
• 23:29 – What do we still not understand about cats?
• 33:13 – What advice do you have for the average cat owner?
• 42:49 – The importance of environmental enrichment
• 59:24 – The science of play and feline predatory instincts
• 1:07:07 – Neonatal kitten research and development
• 1:18:58 – Building a career in animal behavior science
• 1:31:10 – Conclusion

Resources:

• Dr. Delgado's Website
• Play With Your Cat!

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Episode 56: How Do You Survive Solitary Confinement? – features Leon Benson, who shares his journey from wrongful conviction and 10 consecutive years in solitary confinement to eventual exoneration.

Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation between Dylan Carnahan and Leon Benson, the Director of the Solitary Justice Project, who was wrongfully convicted and spent 12 years in solitary confinement.

Listen as Leon shares his story of being wrongfully incarcerated, what it was like surviving years inside for a crime he did not commit, and the psychological toll of losing time, freedom, and identity.

In this episode we discuss:

• 00:30 – Introducing Leon Benson
• 01:34 – Wrongful arrest and murder conviction
• 03:47 – Eyewitness misidentification and flawed evidence
• 07:13 – 60-year sentence, entering prison young
• 19:23 – False accusation, sent to solitary
• 20:53 – Solitary confinement conditions and isolation
• 23:29 – Personal loss, appeals denied, breaking point
• 33:13 – Indefinite isolation, “existential purgatory”
• 37:21 – Finding meaning through philosophy, mindset
• 42:49 – Turning isolation into mental survival
• 59:24 – Advocacy, growth, release from solitary
• 1:07:07 – Mentorship, leadership, prison programs
• 1:18:58 – Clemency effort leads to legal help
• 1:22:00 – Conviction Integrity Unit takes case
• 1:23:10 – Exoneration and release in 2023
• 1:23:45 – Reentry advice and mental wellness
• 1:31:10 – Conclusion

Resources:

• ⁠Exoneration Registry
• Leon's Writing

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Episode 55: What Is Good Design? – features Debbie Millman, breaking down good design as intention, effortlessness, and respect for the human experience.

Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation with Debbie Millman, a designer, author, educator, and host of the Design Matters podcast.

Listen as Debbie breaks down what good design really is, how design shows up in everyday life, why intention and effortlessness matter, how taste evolves, and what separates good design from great design.

In this episode we discuss:

• 00:27 – Introducing Debbie Millman
• 03:00 – Where design exists in everyday life
• 04:00 – Design as intention-making
• 05:30 – What good design feels like (effortlessness, comfort, safety)
• 09:20 – Common design challenges and constraints
• 13:10 – What separates good design from great
• 22:30 – How design has evolved with technology
• 24:30 – AI-generated design
• 26:30 – How taste changes over time
• 29:40 – Advice for aspiring designers
• 30:40 – Learning more
• 31:10 – Conclusion

Resources:

• Debbie's Website
• Design Matters Podcast

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Episode 54: What Is Dermatology? – features board-certified dermatologist Dr. Edidiong Kaminska as she breaks down the most common skin issues, the biggest myths in skin care, and how to build an effective routine backed by science.

Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation with Dr. Edidiong Kaminska, a board-certified medical and surgical dermatologist, published author, and reviewer for the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Listen as Dr. Kaminska explains what dermatology really is, the most frequent skin concerns people face, the science behind proper skin care, and the misconceptions that often lead people astray.

In this episode we discuss:

• 00:27 - Introducing Dr. Edidiong Kaminska
• 08:41 - Common Dermatology Visits
• 19:07 - Skin Care Product Selection
• 22:56 - Common Skin Conditions by Age Group
• 27:14 - Dermatology Misunderstandings
• 35:42 - How to Select a Provider
• 39:19 - Learning More
• 40:21 - Conclusion

Resources:

• ⁠⁠⁠Kaminska Dermatology
• LinkedIn

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Episode 53: What Is Creatine? – features one of the world’s most published creatine researchers Dr. Richard B. Kreider as he breaks down how creatine actually works, what the research shows, and who benefits most.

Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation with Dr. Richard B. Kreider, a leading authority in exercise and sport nutrition with 300+ peer-reviewed studies and 29,000+ citations.

Listen as Dr. Kreider breaks down what creatine really is, how it works in the body, the research-backed benefits across age groups, and the biggest myths surrounding one of the most studied supplements in the world.

In this episode we discuss:

• 00:27 - Introducing Dr. Richard B. Kreider
• 08:26 - Where is Creatine found?
• 10:20 - Advice on Creatine Products
• 15:41 - Creatine Onboarding
• 22:13 - Creatine Benefits
• 25:51 - People New to Creatine
• 30:01 - Creatine Side Effects
• 32:44 - Addressing Misconceptions
• 44:00 - What can we still learn?
• 48:36 - Advice for Curious Listeners

• 50:24 - Conclusion

Resources:

• ⁠⁠Google Scholar
• LinkedIn

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Episodes 40-52: Highlights features our best moments from the past year, featuring a world-class expert in behavioral economics, an exoneree, a UFC fighter, a voice actor, a homicide detective, and an open-source creator.

Episode Summary:

This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast brings you the best moments from the last 13 episodes. We've condensed insightful highlights on topics like competitive eating, UFC, and Rett Syndrome.

Whether you're a new listener or a loyal fan, this episode offers a perfect snapshot of what our podcast is all about.

In this episode we discuss:

• 00:00 - Introduction
• 00:37 - Episode 40: International Rett Syndrome Foundation (IRSF) Family & Community Engagement Manager, Samantha Brant
• 03:17 - Episode 41: Intellectual Property Rights Lawyer, Karin Coger
• 04:44 - Episode 42: Taekwondo Grandmaster, Jinsue Park
• 08:42 - Episode 43: Exoneree, Dr. Marvin Cotton Jr.
• 11:33 - Episode 44: Competitive Eater, George Chiger
• 13:18 - Episode 45: UFC Fighter, Angela “Overkill” Hill
• 14:55 - Episode 46: Psychiatrist, Dr. Tahir Rahman
• 15:54 - Episode 47: Bluetooth & Wireless Expert, Nick Hunn
• 17:32 - Episode 48: Speedcuber, Tommy Cherry
• 18:54 - Episode 49: Homicide Detective, Sgt. Dave Walker
• 20:03 - Episode 50: Voice Actor, Billy West
• 22:07 - Episode 51: Behavioral Economist, Dan Ariely
• 23:35 - Episode 52: Peppermint OS Co-Founder, Shane Remington

• 25:56 - Conclusion & Closing Remarks

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Episode 52: What Is Peppermint OS? – features Peppermint OS Co-Founder Shane Remington as he shares the story behind building an open source Linux distribution.

Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation with Shane Remington, co-founder and former COO of Peppermint OS, the innovative Linux distribution that blends cloud computing with the desktop experience.

Listen as Shane shares the story of building Peppermint OS from the ground up, the challenges of launching and sustaining an open-source operating system, and the future of Linux and community-driven software.

In this episode we discuss:

• 00:29 - Introducing Shane Remington
• 01:56 - Learning about Open Source software
• 11:59 - What is Linux?
• 13:09 - Different Types of Software
• 16:33 - Creation of Peppermint OS
• 25:39 - Challenges Faced
• 27:38 - Evolution of Peppermint OS
• 31:38 - Advice for Others

• 33:37 - Learning More
• 36:04 - Conclusion

Resources:

• ⁠Peppermint OS
• ⁠Peppermint OS Reddit
• ⁠⁠Shane's LinkedIn

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Episode 51: What Is Behavioral Economics? - features renowned behavioral economist Dan Ariely as he unpacks the forces behind our purchasing choices and personal decisions.

Episode Summary: This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a conversation with Dan Ariely, the celebrated behavioral economist and three-time New York Times–bestselling author of Predictably Irrational, The Upside of Irrationality, and The Honest Truth About Dishonesty.

Listen as Dan shares captivating stories from his Duke University research lab, practical strategies for applying behavioral economics in business and personal life.

In this episode we discuss:

• 00:29 - Introducing Dan Ariely
• 01:32 - Becoming a Behavioral Economist
• 05:11 - Behavioral Economics vs Classic Economics
• 10:33 - Psychological Factors That Impact Decision Making
• 21:01 - Strategies Businesses Use
• 26:49 - Personal Beliefs
• 37:18 - Voting for Politicians
• 43:07 - Advice for Others

• 47:31 - Learning More
• 48:35 - Conclusion

Resources:

• TED Talks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Amazon Page
• ⁠Dan's Website⁠

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