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Curiosity Killed the Adage
The phrase "the early bird gets the worm" is an example of an adage, a nugget of wisdom that is deeply ingrained in our psyche. Radiolab decided to fact-check some of these adages to see if they are objectively, scientifically, and provably true. They talked to experts in various fields, including psychology, neuroscience, and astrophysics, to get to the bottom of these sayings. The experts revealed that these simple statements contain complex and nuanced truths. The episode credits list the reporters, producers, and editors who worked on the episode. The episode also announces a contest to name a quasi-moon, in partnership with the International Astronomical Union. Listeners can submit their name ideas or vote on their favorites until September. Radiolab is a podcast that releases a newsletter every Wednesday, featuring short essays and recommendations. The show is supported by listeners who can become members of The Lab to support the podcast. Finally, Radiolab is also supported by various foundations, including the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.