Hobbies: do they change your brain?

Whether it’s reading, birdwatching, painting, or stargazing, we all have a hobby. In this week’s episode, we discuss what happens in the brain when you’re doing a hobby, their impact on your mental health, and the difference between scientific and artistic creativity. 


What Did We Learn This Week?

2:35 Scientists Are Killing Off Female Mosquitos! 

9:28 Trees Can Fart?! 

Studytime: 14:00


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