Welcome to another episode of the Did You Know series with Amish Tripathi!

In this thought-provoking episode, Amish unpacks the legendary Universe 25 experiment —an unsettling story where a mouse paradise turned into a cautionary tale for us all.

Episode highlights:

• Discover the story of John B. Calhoun, the pioneering ethologist behind the Universe 25 experiment.

• Explore the “four phases” of the mouse colony — Strive, Exploit, Stagnation, and Death.

• Reflect on powerful lessons for humanity: urban loneliness, loss of purpose, and rising mental health issues in crowded cities.

Amish reminds us that the greatest lessons sometimes come from the smallest creatures — and calls on us to nurture compassion, meaning, and true community in our lives.

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References:

The Scientist – Universe 25 Experimentthe-scientist

Wikipedia – Behavioral Sinkwikipedia

Disabled World – Universe 25: An Examination

LinkedIn – Universe 25: A Mouse Experiment and the Terrifying Parallels to Modern Human Society

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Below is a list of reliable sources documenting the Universe 25 experiment conducted by John B. Calhoun. These references include scientific publications, expert analyses, and historical summaries from established institutions.

• Calhoun, J.B. "Death Squared: The Explosive Growth and Demise of a Mouse Population." Proceedings of the Royal Society of Medicine (1973): 66(1P2):80-88.This seminal paper authored by John B. Calhoun is considered the primary scientific account of the Universe 25 experiment, detailing the methods, results, and interpretations of the project.

• Calhoun, J.B. "Population Density and Social Pathology." Scientific American Magazine (1962): 206(2):139.This earlier publication by Calhoun discusses his research on population density and its behavioral effects, which set the stage for Universe 25 and related studies.

• The Scientist: "Universe 25 Experiment."An in-depth, recent article providing a scholarly overview and citing Calhoun's original work, including discussion of the experiment’s methods and scientific impact.

• Science History Institute: "Mouse Heaven or Mouse Hell?"This historical summary describes Universe 25, its outcomes, and its significance to animal behavior studies.

• Cabinet Magazine: "The Behavioral Sink" by Will Wiles.A detailed, accessible account of the setup, results, and cultural influence of Universe 25, referencing primary sources and Calhoun’s designs.

• Nature: "Why the man behind a 'mouse utopia' disappeared from science."An authoritative science magazine summarizes the creation and outcomes of Universe 25, and its legacy in behavioral research.

• Ramsden, E., & Adams, J. "Escaping the Laboratory: The Rodent Experiments of John B. Calhoun and their Cultural Influence." Bulletin of the World Health Organization / Journal of Social History (2009).Academic review discussing Universe 25 in the context of Calhoun’s career and the wider impact of his findings on science and society.

• Wikipedia: Behavioral SinkThe entry is well-cited and summarizes the Universe 25 experiment with references to Calhoun’s original work and independent reviews.

These references collectively provide both scientific and historical verification that the Universe 25 experiment was a real, well-documented event in behavioral science.

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Welcome to another episode of the Did You Know series with Amish Tripathi!

Join Amish as he shares the inspiring journey of Samuel Evans Stokes — an American who fought for India's freedom. Discover how Stokes arrived in India as a missionary, questioned the values of his own community, embraced Indian culture, introduced the Red Delicious apple to Himachal Pradesh, and ultimately became Satyananda, a true freedom fighter and spiritual seeker.

Learn about Stokes’ deep involvement in India’s independence movement, his close friendship with Lala Lajpat Rai, and his enduring legacy in the apple orchards of Himachal. Find out how one man bridged East and West, fought against injustice, and became the only American imprisoned for India’s freedom.

If hidden stories and forgotten heroes of India’s past fascinate you, this episode is not to be missed.

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Namaste, friends! Welcome to another episode of the ‘Did You Know’ podcast with Amish Tripathi. In this episode, we dive into the ancient secrets hidden in the palm of your hand.

Your fingers are more than just tools—they carry centuries of wisdom, symbols of philosophy, and spiritual teachings from our ancestors. Join Amish as he unravels the meaning behind each finger:

• Thumb (Angushtha): The commander, representing Agni (fire), willpower, and divine consciousness. See how the thumb’s energy leads your hand and your intentions.

• Index Finger (Tarjani): The instructor, symbolizing Vayu (air) and our individual ego. Discover why this finger has always pointed the way for consciousness and expression.

• Middle Finger (Madhyama): The middle path, connected to Akasha (space). Its subtle energy expands the mind and brings harmony in spiritual gestures.

• Ring Finger (Anamika): The nameless one, rooted in Prithvi (earth). This finger binds us to traditions, grounding us with love and permanence and hence we wear our wedding rings here.

• Little Finger (Kanishtha): The expressive youngest, channeling Jal (water), emotions, and adaptability. Don’t underestimate its power; ancient promises (like the pinky swear!) echo its emotional resonance.

Explore how these fingers form powerful mudras in yoga, balancing your body and mind, and how every gesture holds a spiritual lesson.

Your hand isn’t just anatomy—it’s a map of ancient wisdom and inner cosmology.

Tune in to discover the hidden energies and meanings in your own palm.

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