What happens after you die?

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What happens after you die?

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Oct 29, 2018

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The death of his grandfather has Tai thinking about the afterlife. The idea that our bodies and consciousness become nothing is really weird and confusing. So Tai turns to different religions for answers.

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Oct 29, 2018

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Fifteen-year-old Tai Poole won’t rest until he’s uncovered the mysteries of the universe, one probing question at a time. In Season 4 of his Webby-winning podcast, Tai talks to everyone from NASA scientists to stand-up comedians to his equally curious little brother Kien. If you’ve ever wondered why nothing feels as good as a deep belly laugh or why it’s impossible not to finish a bag of Doritos, Tai has you covered.

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What is love?: Love is weird. How can this thing take over your body and bend it to its will? Tai looks to science, philosophy and his mom for answers. by Tai Asks Why
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Why do we dream?: After thinking through a recent terrifying nightmare, Tai starts to question the importance of dreams. Why can't our minds just do nothing when we sleep? by Tai Asks Why
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Tai Says Hi: Meet Tai Poole - a little guy with big questions. Join him as he heads from universities to playgrounds seeking answers. He may not solve all the mysteries of life, but give him a break ... he's only 11 years old. Coming October 24. by Tai Asks Why
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Introducing The Two Princes from Gimlet: When Prince Rupert sets out to break the mysterious curse that’s destroying his kingdom, he’s ready to face whatever dastardly villain or vile monster stands in his way. What he isn’t prepared for are the bewildering new emotions he feels when he meets the handsome Amir, a rival prince on a quest to save his own realm. Forced to team up, the two princes soon discover that the only thing more difficult than saving their kingdoms is following their hearts. Listen to The Two Princes at gimlet.media/twoprinces. Tai Asks Why returns on August 28 for Season 2! by Tai Asks Why
25 min listen
Should we trust our gut?: We've all heard the saying trust your gut, but is that scientifically accurate? Tai grapples with what that really means. If our guts are making decisions does that mean there's a brain in our gut? by Tai Asks Why
24 min listen
What are animals saying to each other?: Tai’s brother Kien thinks he can talk to ducks. We’ve taught our animals to sit and stay, but that’s not the same as us learning their language, you know? Do animals have language? And if they do, could we learn it? Can we ever really know what animals are saying to each other? by Tai Asks Why
27 min listen
Tai is coming back for season 2...and he needs your help!: Tai is coming back for a second season this September. Do you have a question you'd like Tai to answer? Send them our way! Plus, Tai Asks Why has been nominated for a Webby Award! But to win, we need your vote! Head to cbc.ca/taiaskswhy to learn how to vote or to ask Tai a question. by Tai Asks Why
2 min listen
Ask Tai Why: Freckles, video games, and climate-changing farts: In bonus segment Ask Tai Why, Tai answers some questions for a change. This week, he takes questions from: Grace, Hamilton: Why do I have freckles Henry: Why are Video Games so violent? Alex, Halifax: Are farts changing the climate? by Tai Asks Why
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What’s the science behind bullying?: Tai and his friends all have experiences of being bullied. And, as he learns, it’s a pretty universal thing - even trees are known to bully other trees! Why is such an unpleasant thing so widespread? What is the science behind bullying? by Tai Asks Why
28 min listen
Which is cooler, zero or infinity?: Before he fully spoke English, Tai's first language was math. He loves numbers! Now he's talking to mathematicians about the ultimate coolness of two very special numbers: zero and infinity. by Tai Asks Why
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Tai is back!: Tai Poole is back - and he has no time for small talk. He’d rather discuss why space is so dark, the real reason for deja vu, and the science behind bullying. Join Tai as he boldly goes where no 7th grader has gone before to find you answers you never knew you needed. His conversations with everyone from NASA experts, to award-winning musicians, to his little brother Kien will expand your mind and touch your heart. by Tai Asks Why
2 min listen
What happens after you die?: The death of his grandfather has Tai thinking about the afterlife. The idea that our bodies and consciousness become nothing is really weird and confusing. So Tai turns to different religions for answers. by Tai Asks Why
22 min listen
Where is the internet?: For Tai, the internet has always been there, and it's hard to imagine life without it. It seems almost like it's everywhere, all at once, like magical little clouds filled with information above us. But he learns there's a very real, physical system that allows him to send memes to friends or submit his homework. And more importantly, not everyone has equal access to it. In this episode Tai talks to: - Nicole Starosielski, Associate Professor of Media, Culture, and Communication at New York University - Janice Gates, Director of the Equitable Internet Initiative by the Detroit Community Technology Project. by Tai Asks Why
28 min listen
Introducing Circle Round from WBUR: Created and produced by parents of young children, Circle Round adapts carefully-selected folktales from around the world into sound- and music-rich radio plays for kids ages 4 to 10. Listen on your favourite podcast app. by Tai Asks Why
15 min listen
Ask Tai Why: Cuteness, hotness and the origins of English: In a new bonus segment called Ask Tai Why, Tai answers some questions for a change. This week, he takes questions from: Von Lewis, Halifax: Why do cute animals make us smile? Hamzah, Ontario: Why is the sun hot? Rhea, Ontario: Who invented the English Language? by Tai Asks Why
9 min listen
When the dinosaurs died, how did other animals survive?: Tai spends a lot of time imagining how the apocalypse might go down. So, he turns to animals that have survived past apocalypses—like the one that killed the dinosaurs—to see what traits the true survivors have in common. by Tai Asks Why
25 min listen
What is Deja Vu?: You know that feeling when you feel like you have lived a moment already? Well that’s deja vu (French for already seen) and apparently, it happens to over 60 per cent of people! But why? Is it a good thing or a bad thing? What is Deja Vu? by Tai Asks Why
24 min listen
Ask Tai Why: Silence, no more humans, and the glow of the earth’s core: In this week's bonus segment Ask Tai Why, Tai takes questions from: Penelope Cook, Toronto: Is there such a thing as complete silence? Griff, Yukon: What comes after humans? Finley, Wakefield, Quebec: Does the core of the earth glow? by Tai Asks Why
9 min listen
Ask Tai Why: Fear, time and the colour of colours: In this week's bonus segment Ask Tai Why, Tai takes questions from: Charlotte, Toronto: What is fear, and why were we born with it? Desmond: What is Time? George, Toronto: What makes colour a colour? by Tai Asks Why
8 min listen
Why is space so dark if it’s full of stars?: Tai is fascinated by what’s in the dark spaces between the stars. Considering there are trillions of stars in the universe (and counting!), it seems a bit odd that the universe isn’t just a blinding ball of light. So then, why is space so dark? by Tai Asks Why
25 min listen
How does a song get stuck in your head?: Whether it’s a doot doot doot of an opening riff or a random mix of words from the chorus, 99 per cent of people admit to getting songs stuck in their heads. So what is it about certain songs that make them so catchy? How does a song get stuck in your head? by Tai Asks Why
26 min listen
Introducing: CBC Podcasts in Class: Free teaching resources have been developed for select episodes of Tai Asks Why! If you — or someone you know — teaches middle-school science, health, language or social studies, visit cbc.ca/teachingguides to learn more. by Tai Asks Why
2 min listen
New year, new Tai: Notice anything different about Tai? It’s 2021 and he’s in high school now. A lot has changed, but not his insatiable quest for ANSWERS! Season 3 of Tai Asks Why will be out Wednesday, January 13. Catch you then. by Tai Asks Why
3 min listen
Tai’s back: Ever wondered why nothing feels better than a deep belly laugh? Or why it’s impossible to not inhale a bag of chips in one sitting? You’re not alone — and you bet Tai’s got you covered. Season 4 of Tai Asks Why starts April 20, but you can hear episodes two weeks early on CBC Listen with a free account (web browser only). See ya soon! by Tai Asks Why
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Why are viruses so good at what they do?: If you ever feel alone, you shouldn’t, because you are actually surrounded by viruses. They’re in you, they’re on you and, in fact, there are more viruses in the world than there are stars in the sky. So why aren’t we sick all the time? In this episode Tai looks at how viruses work, how they travel, and the ways in which they shape our lives—both bad and good. This week Tai spoke with: - Seema Yasmin, physician, writer and science communicator based at Stanford University - Lena Ciric, environmental engineer and lecturer at University College London by Tai Asks Why
22 min listen
How do I know what’s true on the internet?: It’s easier than ever to be bamboozled by bad information. Tai and his friends are no exception—even smarty pants like them fall for things online. In this episode, Tai tries to figure out how to spot misinformation and how to stop it from spreading. This week Tai spoke with: - Andrea Bellemare, a CBC journalist who specializes in covering disinformation - Seema Yasmin, disease expert - Jemmika Anderson, media literacy expert and creator of I Am Not the Media by Tai Asks Why
28 min listen
Why do humans dance?: Don’t tell anyone: Tai thinks he has two left feet and he still loves to dance when no one’s watching. But why do humans like to dance at all? What’s going on in the brain when people boogie? In this episode, Tai tangos into the activity that has helped humans and communities survive for thousands of years, with the help of his whole family. This week Tai spoke with: - Peter Lovatt, psychologist, author of The Dance Cure - Ashley ‘Colours’ Perez, dancer and teacher @classwithcolours by Tai Asks Why
23 min listen
Special episode: How powerful is NASA's new space telescope?: So, there's a MAJOR event happening in space science. NASA is set to launch the enormous James Webb Space Telescope. Why is this such a big deal? Tai's here to tell you why. Here's a hint: the JWST is SO powerful, it should be able to capture the faint light of the universe in its infancy. Guiding Tai on this starlit path of discovery is Dr. Naomi Rowe-Gurney, a James Webb Space Telescope postdoctoral researcher with the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center and Howard University. by Tai Asks Why
17 min listen
Is it possible to predict the future?: These are anxious times, and Tai just wants to know… what’s going to happen? He can’t look into a crystal ball, but there are actually people who spend their lives predicting the future. With their help, he looks towards the great unknown. In this episode Tai speaks to: - Rose Eveleth, the creator of Flash Forward Presents, a podcast network that demystifies the future, with shows like Flash Forward and Advice For And From The Future - Tim Chartier, Professor of Mathematics at Davidson College. He often uses data analytics to predict outcomes in sports - Satyan Devadoss, Fletcher Jones Chair of Applied Mathematics at the University of San Diego and author of Mage Merlin's Unsolved Mathematical Mysteries. This is the last episode of Season 3, thanks so much for tuning in! by Tai Asks Why
26 min listen
What is at the bottom of the ocean?: The ocean covers over 70% of our planet, and yet, we’ve only mapped about a tenth of it. We know more about the far side of the moon than we know about our own ocean! In this episode, Tai explores the deep ocean to learn about its mysteries and what survives in its darkest corners. This week Tai spoke with: - Verena Tunnicliffe, a marine biologist who has spent 30 years studying all the weird and wacky animals that thrive on the bottom of the ocean - Melissa Omand, Assistant Professor of Oceanography at the University of Rhode Island. She’s an explorer who uses robots to explore the ocean depths - Bob Dziak, NOAA’s acoustic engineer, who has dropped sound recorders into places like the Mariana Trench. by Tai Asks Why
26 min listen

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Aliens: What are you going to be for Halloween this year? Have you decided yet? In case you’re still undecided, let me point you towards a Bible verse that tells us to be aliens. Wait, what?! That’s right, 1 Peter 2:11 says, “Dear friends, I urge you,... by Backseat Bible Nuggets
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BONUS: Faceless Ghosts: Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! Here is a peek into our bonus material over at Patreon. There is probably nothing more terrifying than a ghost without a face. In Japan, anything that is paranormal or supernatural is called Yokai. One of these... by History Goes Bump: Ghost Tours For The Mind
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The Atheist Experience 25.21 05-23-2021 with Matt Dillahunty and Shannon Q: Welcome to AXP! What’s that sound? Another Canadian invasion you say? Why yes it is, ShannonQ is back on tonight with Matt Dillahunty! First up, Joe in VA complains that Matt is the rudest person he has seen. If a caller refuses to ask a question,... by The Atheist Experience
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Laura Talks About Neurodiversity: Laura Petix, author of A Kids Book About Neurodiversity, talks about the importance of celebrating the unique ways in which our brains help us learn, feel, and experience life. by A Kids Book About: The Podcast
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329 - Patrick House (Neuroscientist / Writer): Patrick House explores the brain, how it works, what it is, and the tiny creatures that invade it and rearrange the furniture. This raises fundamental questions like: What are we? What does it mean to be alive? and How conscious are we of our... by Tangentially Speaking with Christopher Ryan
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How The Old Testament Informs New Testament Worship w/ Zach Neese: What do tabernacles, sacrifices, incense, and priests have to do with worship? Well, EVERYTHING! The worship practices of the Old Testament may seem like strange, confusing, and barbaric ways to worship, but when understood correctly we gain a deeper... by Worship Ministry Training Podcast (For Worship Leaders)
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The Atheist Experience 25.16 04-18-2021 with Jenna Belk and Kenneth Leonard: Welcome to The Atheist Experience. We had a last minute host changeup. Today we have Jenna Belk hosting and Kenneth Leonard’s first appearance on AXP! Welcome Kenneth, happy to have you as our guest! Up first, Arnie in WA asks if you want to believe... by The Atheist Experience
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36. Death Witchery pt. 2 by Ghost Tea
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The Atheist Experience 27.29 07-23-2023 with Secular Rarity and Dave Warnock: Welcome to The Atheist Experience! Our hosts Secular Rarity and David Warnock are looking for proof of God. Or Allah. Or Jesus. Or even Thor. Will they get it? Probably not, but you will be entertained! Peter from MA wants to talk about blasphemy,... by The Atheist Experience
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The Atheist Experience 26.03 01-16-2022 with Matt Dillahunty and MD Aware: Welcome to another episode of AxP. Matt’s guest this week, on loan from Truth Wanted, is MD Aware! Dan in Indiana asks how absurd a claim has to be before one can summarily dismiss it. MD points out that scientists don’t use a yardstick of... by The Atheist Experience
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Episode 98 - Books, Books, and More Books: Visit asksciencemike.com to see the full list of books mentioned on this week's show. by Mike's Multiverse
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109. I Saw The Signs (Part II) by Be There in Five
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All Souls Day/All Saints Day -- Celebrating the Sacred: Join Deb and Samantha for an exciting discussion of All Saints Day and All Souls Day. Why does every religion and culture honor their dead? What can we do for them from here? Are Saints really real? Do you have to be Catholic to talk to them?... by Psychic Teachers
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Remixing Religion with Tara Isabella Burton: Americans aren’t abandoning religion; they’re remixing it. by Truth Over Tribe: Christian Takes on Culture, News & Politics
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Episode 298: Faith, Sexuality, & Gender with Preston Sprinkle: Let’s be honest, our culture’s understanding of sexuality and gender is a hot mess. The moment you feel like you’ve got a grasp of the issues, everything changes again. Dr. Preston Sprinkle is back to help us make sense of the conversation and... by The Holy Post
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WOF 234: Kids Q&A w/ Bishop Barron (June 2020): Kids ask the best questions, and today Bishop Barron responds to many from around the world: Why did Jesus die on the cross rather than some other death? Why did God make other planets that people can’t live on? Where does God sleep? Will you have... by The Word on Fire Show - Catholic Faith and Culture
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Patronuses & Dementors: You Fail, Maggots!: *Trigger warnings for this episode: suicidal thoughts and death of a loved one On Episode 303 we discuss... → "Azkaban Guards" = magical policemen? Not quite → Why are parents not concerned that their children will be surrounded by Dementors in... by Alohomora!: The Original Harry Potter Re-Read
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126. Ard Louis | Symmetry, Function & Predictability: There are many biological structures in our bodies, things like proteins, DNA and RNA, and they do amazing things. How these structures came to self-assemble is somewhat of a mystery, but Ard Louis has been studying just that question and his works has s... by Language of God
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