Jan 1 2020

Short Stuff: Why Does Time Speed Up As You Age?

Short Stuff 15 min 2 movies discussed
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It’s not just you – time really does seem to pass faster for people as we age. But exactly why remains a mystery, though some of the theories for why life passes by so quickly are make a lot of sense.

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# SYSK Episode Summary

This episode explores the fascinating science behind why time seems to fly faster as we get older. Josh and Chuck dive into several compelling theories, including how our biological internal clocks slow down with age, why new experiences make time feel longer while repetition speeds it up, and a mind-bending logarithmic explanation where a single year represents a much smaller percentage of your life the older you become. They break down research and studies that reveal the intersection of metabolism, dopamine levels, brain processing, and perception that all work together to create that unsettling feeling that the years are zooming by.


Movies Discussed

Poltergeist
Poltergeist
1982 1h 54m
★ 7.2
"the dial-up sound like poltergeist? — Referenced in the Hey Dude podcast ad regarding nostalgic 90s sounds and experiences."
Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
1971 1h 40m
★ 7.5
"Did it have any kind of blueberry dessert like Willy Wonka? — Chuck references Willy Wonka and the blueberry dessert scene while discussing future food pills." — Chuck

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