Neuroscientist Vilayanur Ramachandran outlines the fascinating functions of mirror neurons. Only recently discovered, these neurons allow us to learn complex social behaviors, some of which formed the foundations of human civilization as...

Gargling with warm saltwater for a sore throat is a remedy commonly known and loved by doctors, and there is some evidence to back it up, but it’s not a cure.

Generally, humans try to avoid getting stung by insects. However, in the name of science, the betterment of humanity, and pure curiosity, there are brave people out there who willingly subject themselves to the business end...

It's one of the most annoying sensations our bodies can feel, but does anything feel better than when you scratch an itch? Ok, maybe *some* things. But itching and scratching are up there. How does this weird sensation work? And what is...

Growing Pains are real, but no one seems to know why exactly kids get them. Learn what we do know here on SciShow Quick Question!

As Covid-19 vaccines make it into more and more people's arms, you may be hearing that the second dose can be a little rough. But, while it may be unpleasant, these intense side-effects are actually a sign that the vaccines are working....

Have you ever wondered why you feel better after a good, hearty sob? Well, it turns out the reasons are kind of a mystery, and they range from social support to brain temperature.

In April 2003, just as American troops began rolling into Baghdad, a shell smashed into the building author and war correspondent Jean-Paul Mari was reporting from. There he had a face-to-face encounter with death, beginning his...

In this episode Hank talks about global medical history and recorded death certificates with journalist Jeremy Smith. Special guest from Animal Wonders and SciShow Kids Jessi Knudsen Castañeda brings Freya the Northern Pine Snake.

Sex therapist Ian Kerner hears about a common problem from his patients: "failure to launch," or the inability to build and maintain sexual momentum. What's the solution? Whether you're looking to reignite the spark in your relationship...

We didn't understand how our bodies processed pain until recently. From hot peppers to slamming your hand in a drawer, recent research suggests that pain from various sources can be processed in a surprisingly similar way.

Has a doctor ever told you that you just have too much blood? Probably not, but there are a handful of conditions where being a little low might be good for you.

New Year's resolutions often include a goal to exercise more, so we've put together a few of our favorite fitness-themed episodes into one place for our lovely viewers!

A placebo can only work if someone (or something) believes it will. So how can animals be fooled by the placebo effect?

After a good distance of running, you might have felt a sensation of happiness. That is the runner's high and some chemicals in your body cause it.

Warning: Contains talk of cannabis.<br/>
CBD: Marijuana Without the High

When a young woman texted DoSomething.org with a heartbreaking cry for help, the organization responded by opening a nationwide Crisis Text Line for people in pain. Nearly 10 million text messages later, the organization is using the...

Do popsicles give you toothaches? Do you wonder why that special toothpaste makes it all better? We've got you covered!

From mice that battle scorpions to microscopic moss piglets that can survive a solar storm, here are 6 of Earth’s most hardcore beings!

Does science ruin the magic of life? In this grumpy but charming monologue, Robin Ince makes the argument against. The more we learn about the astonishing behavior of the universe -- the more we stand in awe.

Anil Gupta is on the hunt for the developing world's unsung inventors -- indigenous entrepreneurs whose ingenuity, hidden by poverty, could change many people's lives. He shows how the Honey Bee Network helps them build the connections...

Curious why you can't donate platelets after taking aspirin? Wonder no more!

At any moment, there is an electrical storm coursing through your body. Discover how chemical reactions create an electric current that drives our responses to everything from hot pans to a mother's caress.

Have you ever said, "No, a little to the left," during a back scratch because the itch itself seemed to move? Well, it has to do with how your nerves and brain respond to the sensation.