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26th May 2025

A flicker we can't see

Did you know that we might actually glow while we’re alive? Yep, you heard that right! In this episode, we dive into some fascinating research from Canada that reveals we emit a soft, almost invisible light called ultra-weak photon emission. It’s not just some wild fantasy or a metaphorical glow; it's a real phenomenon that radiates from our living tissues. Imagine that! We’re not talking about being a walking flashlight here, but rather a gentle shimmer that fades as we approach our final moments. So, what color would you like to glow? Let’s explore the science behind our radiant selves and have a bit of fun with it!

Have you ever wondered if humans really glow? No, I’m not talking about the aftermath of a wild night out or that glistening sweat after a good workout. We’re diving into the fascinating world of ultra weak photon emissions in this episode, which is a fancy way of saying our bodies give off a subtle light that’s almost invisible to the naked eye. It’s as if we’re all walking around with our own personal glow sticks, but way more scientific and a lot less rave-like! We explore how this phenomenon has been observed in everything from mice to leaves, and it’s not just some fringe theory—it’s legit research! I mean, who knew that while we’re busy living our best lives, our bodies are quietly radiating this soft shimmer? It’s a beautiful reminder that we’re all, in our own unique ways, shining brightly in the vast universe. So, what color do you think your glow would be? Tune in and let’s get glowing together!

Takeaways:

  • Did you know that we actually glow while we're alive? It's not just metaphorical!
  • A new study from Canada reveals that living beings emit a soft, invisible light.
  • This glow, scientifically known as ultra weak photon emission, radiates from our living tissues.
  • When we take our last breath, that beautiful shimmer of light fades away completely.
  • The idea might sound fringe or silly, but it’s based on real scientific research, trust me!
  • Even if it's just a byproduct of cellular energy, it's a breathtaking reminder of our inner radiance.

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Transcript
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A flicker we can't see.

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This is commentary from James Brown.

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A new study out of Canada says something strange and beautiful.

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We glow while we're alive.

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Not just metaphorically.

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Literally, too.

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A soft, almost invisible light comes off our bodies.

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It's called an ultra weak photon emission.

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Say that three times fast.

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It radiates from living tissue.

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Scientists saw it in mice and leaves.

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And when we take our last breath, the light goes out.

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It's not like a flashlight, think.

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A shimmer that fades out as we do.

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Now I know how it sounds.

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Fringe, maybe even silly.

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But it's real research.

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And even if it's just chemistry, just a byproduct of cells doing their own work, it's still kind of breathtaking.

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It's a reminder that we're all radiant in ways that we don't fully grasp.

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So what do you think?

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Do we really glow?

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And if we do, what kind of light are we putting out?

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What color would you like to be?

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Let me know in the comments and support my work@jamesbrowntv.substack.com on that note, I'm James Brown and as always, be well.

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All of the Above with James Brown
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Hosted by James Brown is an award winning journalist whose work has appeared on WXXI, PBS, NPR, BBC, and a slew of other places from sea to shining sea. He's the former host of USA TODAY's 5 Things, now The Excerpt. My work is proudly produced in Rochester, New York.

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