The ProBoh Show

Neuroplasticity, Amazon Layoffs, and Stochastic Terrorism

In the first part of today's show, we looked at how neuroscience has completely overturned old beliefs — scientists once thought the brain couldn’t change, but we now know neuroplasticity allows it to adapt, rewire, and evolve throughout life. Then we talked about Amazon confirming 16,000 job cuts after an internal email was accidentally sent, raising big questions about corporate communication and the future of work.
Today's unpopular opinion was: Stochastic terrorism is today’s greatest threat to society.
The ProBoh Show is a variety show in English, hosted by Rob Grams. Listen to the day's news highlights, test yourself with our games, and participate in our chat.
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Global Risk, Tech Wars, and the Myth of Being Popular

In the first part of today's show, we looked at the latest update to the Doomsday Clock, as scientists set a new time and warned how close humanity may be to global catastrophe. Then we talked about France moving to ban government officials from using major U.S. video tools like Zoom and Microsoft Teams, raising big questions about digital sovereignty and cybersecurity.
Today's unpopular opinion was: Being popular in school doesn’t matter at all in adult life.
In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name something that the popular kids at school have in common.
The ProBoh Show is a variety show in English, hosted by Rob Grams. Listen to the day's news highlights, test yourself with our games, and participate in our chat.
Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessionalBohemian. You'll find VODs of live episodes, blogs, vlogs, and behind-the-scenes content.
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Gen Z Brains, Workplace Surveillance, and Self-Doubt

In the first part of today's show, we looked at claims that Gen Z may be the first generation less cognitively capable than their parents — and the surprising solution Denmark is exploring to address it. Then we talked about Microsoft beginning to share employee location data with employers, and what that could mean for privacy in the modern workplace.
Today's unpopular opinion was: It’s completely natural to self-loathe at times.
In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name a reason you might hate yourself.
The ProBoh Show is a variety show in English, hosted by Rob Grams. Listen to the day's news highlights, test yourself with our games, and participate in our chat.
Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessionalBohemian. You'll find VODs of live episodes, blogs, vlogs, and behind-the-scenes content.
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The Future of Work, $8 Airport Water & Killing Cinemas

In the first part of today's show, we looked at Microsoft researchers revealing the 40 jobs most exposed to AI — and yes, even teachers made the list, sparking big questions about the future of work and how “safe” any career really is.
Today's unpopular opinion was: Low-quality films are driving cinemas out of business.
In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name a place where beverages are always overpriced.
The ProBoh Show is a variety show in English, hosted by Rob Grams. Listen to the day's news highlights, test yourself with our games, and participate in our chat.
Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessionalBohemian. You'll find VODs of live episodes, blogs, vlogs, and behind-the-scenes content.
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Why Spontaneity Beats Planning & Is ChatGPT Replacing Google?

In the first part of today's show, we looked at a study suggesting that ChatGPT is quietly replacing Google’s most important page, and what that could mean for how people search for information online.
Today's unpopular opinion was: Spontaneity creates better experiences than planning.
In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name something you have to prepare before going on vacation.
The ProBoh Show is a variety show in English, hosted by Rob Grams. Listen to the day's news highlights, test yourself with our games, and participate in our chat.
Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessionalBohemianYou'll find VODs of live episodes, blogs, vlogs, and behind-the-scenes content.
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Aliens, Farts, and Dating Advice

In the first part of today’s show, we looked at calls for the Bank of England to prepare contingency plans for a potential financial crisis… in the event that aliens are confirmed to be real. Then we talked about a very real (and very strange) scientific study suggesting that sniffing your own farts could help protect your brain and even prevent Alzheimer’s disease.
Today’s unpopular opinion was: Speed dating is more effective than online dating.
In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name something men do to make themselves more attractive.
The ProBoh Show is a variety show in English, hosted by Rob Grams. Listen to the day’s news highlights, test yourself with our games, and participate live in our chat.
Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessionalBohemianYou’ll find VODs of live episodes, blogs, vlogs, and behind-the-scenes content.
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Movies for Phones, Love Without ‘The One’ & 33 Senses

In the first part of today's show, we looked at comments from Matt Damon suggesting that Netflix now wants movies designed to account for viewers watching on their phones. Then we talked about new research challenging what we learned in school, suggesting that humans may have up to 33 senses — not just five.
Today's unpopular opinion was: There is no such thing as “The One.”
In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name something people lie about on dating sites.
The ProBoh Show is a variety show in English, hosted by Rob Grams. Listen to the day's news highlights, test yourself with our games, and participate in our chat.
Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessionalBohemianYou'll find VODs of live episodes, blogs, vlogs, and behind-the-scenes content.
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Space Brains, Job Pains, and Airplane Complaints

In the first part of today's show, we looked at new research showing that astronauts return to Earth with lasting brain changes, raising big questions about long-term space travel. Then we talked about how computer science, once seen as a golden ticket to a lucrative career, is now leaving many graduates struggling to find jobs.
Today's unpopular opinion was: It is better to sit next to strangers on an aeroplane.
In the second half of the show, we asked 100 humans: Name the worst thing about travelling by aeroplane.
The ProBoh Show is a variety show in English, hosted by Rob Grams. Listen to the day's news highlights, test yourself with our games, and participate in our chat.
Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ProfessionalBohemian. You'll find VODs of live episodes, blogs, vlogs, and behind-the-scenes content.
Watch the show live on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/professionalbohemian
Participate in the polls for the show on Instagram (@professionalbohemian) or Twitter (@proboh)