In this cozy late-night episode, Roxie explores one of life’s happiest mysteries — laughter. From giggling babies and ticklish rats to awkward funeral chuckles, she unpacks the science, psychology, and pure humanity behind why we laugh. With her signature warmth and wit, Roxie reveals how laughter connects us, relieves tension, boosts our health, and even helps us sleep. Blending gentle humor with thoughtful science, she reminds listeners that laughter isn’t just about jokes — it’s how our brains say, “You’re safe, you belong, you’re alive.”
Laughter is ancient — even rats and chimps do it.
It began as a survival signal: “We’re safe now.”
Most laughter isn’t from jokes, but from social bonding.
Real laughter releases endorphins, boosts immunity, and eases stress.
Humor = surprise + safety (the “benign violation” sweet spot).
Fake or real, laughter still helps your brain relax and reset.
It connects people — syncing heartbeats, breath, and emotion.
Sometimes laughter finds us in the hardest moments — and that’s its magic.