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The Science of Running: Injuries, Benefits, and Highs

April 16, 2026 ·31m 19s

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Why Return to the Moon? Science vs. Lunar Exploration

April 9, 2026 ·34m 53s

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Science vs. Doomscrolling: How to Break Social Media Addiction

April 2, 2026 ·37m 26s

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The Awkward Science of Sex Research: A Conversation with Mary Roach

March 26, 2026 ·54m 20s

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Rise of Cancer in the Young: Causes and Concerns

March 19, 2026 ·40m 45s

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Understanding the Mystery of Sad Nipple Syndrome

March 12, 2026 ·27m 10s

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The Miracle Pregnancy: A Medical Case File Mystery

Feb. 26, 2026 ·26m 13s

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Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia: Finding Acceptance

Feb. 19, 2026 ·53m 38s

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Science vs. Relationship Advice: Fights and Red Flags

Feb. 12, 2026 ·47m 16s

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The Science of Tear Gas and ICE Raids in Minneapolis

Jan. 29, 2026 ·40m 37s

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Unlocking the Science of Happiness: Lessons from Harvard

Jan. 22, 2026 ·36m 28s

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Vaccine Policy Shifts: The U.S., Denmark, and Science

Jan. 15, 2026 ·34m 16s

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Is AI Making Us Smarter or Dumber? The Science Explained

Dec. 18, 2025 ·37m 54s

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Manifesting: Can Your Mind Create Your Future?

Dec. 11, 2025 ·30m 19s

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Science vs. Chiropractors: Fact-Checking Back Pain Care

Dec. 4, 2025 ·36m 37s

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Science Versus: 10 Years of Fact-Checking Culture

Nov. 27, 2025 ·41m 41s

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The Science of Cooking with Samin Nosrat

Nov. 20, 2025 ·55m 49s

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Is AI Ruining the Planet? Environmental Impact Explained

Nov. 13, 2025 ·38m 23s

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Seed Oils vs. Saturated Fat: Separating Fact from Diet Fiction

Nov. 6, 2025 ·43m 40s

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Daylight Saving Time: The Science of Keeping or Quitting

Oct. 30, 2025 ·34m 04s

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Semen Retention: Fact or Myth? Explaining the Science

Oct. 23, 2025 ·43m 16s

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The Global Baby Bust: Is Humanity Facing Extinction?

Oct. 16, 2025 ·43m 08s

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Sugar: How Bad Is It Really?

Oct. 9, 2025 ·37m 10s

Science vs. The Full Moon: Fact or Fiction?

Oct. 2, 2025 ·43m 27s

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Exploring Animal Superpowers and the Invisible Sensory World

Sept. 25, 2025 ·48m 10s

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Tylenol and Autism in Pregnancy: What Does Science Say?

Sept. 18, 2025 ·28m 08s

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AI Companions: Can Chatbots Replace Real Relationships?

Sept. 11, 2025 ·40m 50s

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Science vs. Memory: Hacks, Myths, and Reality

Sept. 4, 2025 ·36m 53s

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Science Versus: Season Return Preview

Aug. 28, 2025 ·3m 38s

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The Science Behind the Autism Diagnosis Increase

June 19, 2025 ·44m 20s

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The Carnivore Diet: Miracle Cure or Health Risk?

June 12, 2025 ·35m 25s

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Science vs. Creatine: Muscle Builder or Hype?

June 5, 2025 ·36m 26s

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De-extinction and Ethics: The Case of the Dire Wolf

May 29, 2025 ·27m 56s

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US Science Crisis: Funding Cuts, Censorship, and Policy Impacts

May 22, 2025 ·43m 15s

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Bird Flu Analysis: Are We Facing a New Pandemic?

May 15, 2025 ·42m 28s

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Debunking Viral Claims: Are Microplastics Really in Our Brains?

May 8, 2025 ·27m 25s

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Methamphetamine: Separating Science from Stigma

May 1, 2025 ·44m 46s

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Measles Outbreak: Risks, Immune Effects, and Vaccines

April 24, 2025 ·36m 26s

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Telepathy: Examining the Claims and Scientific Validity

April 17, 2025 ·51m 11s

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Fluoride in Our Drinking Water: Hero or Neurotoxin?

April 10, 2025 ·40m 23s

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ADHD Science: Myths, Symptoms, and Treatments

April 3, 2025 ·42m 04s

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The Science of Squirting: Biology, History, and Facts

March 27, 2025 ·51m 41s

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Science Versus: New Season Preview and Investigations

March 20, 2025 ·3m 22s

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The Trump Administration's War on Science and Research

Feb. 19, 2025 ·34m 43s

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Narcissism: Investigating the Epidemic and the Reality

Dec. 19, 2024 ·48m 33s

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Uncovering the Truth About Inflammation and Health

Dec. 12, 2024 ·39m 02s

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Deciphering Animal Sex: Beyond Evolutionary Bias

Dec. 5, 2024 ·30m 09s

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How a Nuclear Lab Helped Catch a Serial Killer

Nov. 28, 2024 ·49m 13s

Science vs. The Pill: Safety, Myths, and Alternatives

Nov. 21, 2024 ·42m 29s

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Lucid Dreaming: The Bonkers World Inside Our Minds

Nov. 14, 2024 ·46m 11s

The Diversity of Human Minds: Aphantasia to Hyperphantasia

Nov. 7, 2024 ·33m 18s

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Science vs. Fiber: Gut Health, Heart, and Benefits

Oct. 31, 2024 ·36m 11s

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Science vs. Ghosts: Paranormal Encounters Analyzed

Oct. 24, 2024 ·43m 38s

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Solving the Climate Crisis: Facts, Myths, and Solutions

Oct. 21, 2024 ·38m 30s

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Demystifying Menopause: Science, Symptoms, and Treatments

Oct. 17, 2024 ·43m 54s

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Science vs. The Ketogenic Diet: Brain, Body, and Risks

Oct. 10, 2024 ·35m 19s

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Microplastics: Health Risks and the Reality of Exposure

Oct. 3, 2024 ·40m 56s

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The Young Lords: Fighting for Health and Justice

Sept. 26, 2024 ·38m 11s

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Unraveling the Climate Tipping Point: Fact vs. Fiction

Sept. 19, 2024 ·42m 03s

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Science vs. Social Media: Attention and Mental Health

Sept. 12, 2024 ·46m 36s

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Science Versus: Season Preview and Upcoming Topics

Sept. 5, 2024 ·3m 01s

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Ask Me Anything: Wendy Zuckerman Shares Personal Insights

Aug. 8, 2024 ·33m 18s

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The Controversy of Gender Testing in Elite Athletics

Aug. 1, 2024 ·37m 30s

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The Science of Hydration: Debunking the Gallon Challenge

July 25, 2024 ·42m 32s

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Debunking the Prostate: The Truth About the Male G-Spot

June 20, 2024 ·42m 51s

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Protein Hype: Science vs. Muscle Building & Weight Loss

June 13, 2024 ·33m 47s

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Birth of a Blockbuster: The Rise of Ozempic

June 11, 2024 ·41m 06s

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The Science of Gender-Affirming Care for Youth

June 6, 2024 ·37m 45s

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The Mysterious 1871 Central Park Dinosaur Smash-Up

May 30, 2024 ·35m 14s

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Understanding the Abortion Pill: Myths vs. Science

May 23, 2024 ·38m 35s

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JWST: Solving the Mystery of Early Universe Galaxies

May 16, 2024 ·21m 59s

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The Science of Heartbreak: Biology and Recovery

May 9, 2024 ·28m 45s

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The Art of Comedy: Insights from Tig Notaro

May 7, 2024 ·22m 45s

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The Quest for the Funniest Joke in the World

May 2, 2024 ·56m 01s

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Science vs. Misinformation, Health, and Relationships

April 25, 2024 ·1h 10m

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Hormone Hacking: The Science Behind Balancing Myths

April 18, 2024 ·36m 55s

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The 1849 Harvard Murder and Early Forensics

April 11, 2024 ·32m 40s

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Cannabis Science: Myths, Risks, and Reality

April 4, 2024 ·45m 39s

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Intermittent Fasting: Weight Loss, Longevity, and Cancer

March 28, 2024 ·33m 45s

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The Science of Dreaming: Decoding Your Nightly Adventures

March 21, 2024 ·44m 54s

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Uncovering the Truth Behind Ozempic Side Effects

March 14, 2024 ·40m 18s

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Science vs. Longevity: Exploring Anti-Aging Claims

March 7, 2024 ·35m 02s

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Science Versus: Previewing the New Season

Feb. 29, 2024 ·3m 27s

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Science vs. Ayahuasca: The Truth About DMT Tripping

Dec. 14, 2023 ·48m 01s

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Science Versus: Personality Tests Debunked

Dec. 7, 2023 ·44m 19s

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Caffeine: Health Benefits, Risks, and Energy Drinks

Nov. 30, 2023 ·42m 00s

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The Science of MDMA: Medical Breakthroughs or Dangerous Drug?

Nov. 23, 2023 ·43m 14s

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The Science of Gossip: Why We Do It and How to Use It

Nov. 16, 2023 ·39m 55s

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Science Vs Live: Chimeras, Alice in Wonderland Syndrome & Lemmings

Nov. 9, 2023 ·53m 12s

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The Science of Sleep: Myths, Myths, and Reality

Nov. 2, 2023 ·32m 24s

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Seed Oils vs. Saturated Fat: Science Investigated

Oct. 26, 2023 ·43m 34s

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Science vs. UFOs: Analyzing UAPs and the Search for Alien Life

Oct. 19, 2023 ·43m 51s

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Andrew Huberman: From Wayward Youth to Neuroscientist

Oct. 12, 2023 ·41m 04s

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Science vs. Self-Care: Cold Plunges, Gratitude, and Socializing

Oct. 5, 2023 ·38m 59s

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Science vs. Netflix: The 'Unknown Cave of Bones' Controversy

Sept. 28, 2023 ·52m 10s

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Science vs. Vaping: Health Risks and Brain Impacts

Sept. 21, 2023 ·41m 52s

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The Science of Breathing: Myths and Benefits

Sept. 14, 2023 ·43m 10s

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Science Versus: New Season Preview and Investigation

Sept. 7, 2023 ·2m 32s

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Human Composting: A Scientific Look at Green Burials

Aug. 24, 2023 ·44m 13s

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The Science of Orgasms: Debunking the Orgasm Gap

Aug. 17, 2023 ·38m 03s

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Science Versus: Is Exercise Medicine or Myth?

Aug. 10, 2023 ·31m 54s

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Science Versus: The Potential of Magic Mushrooms

Aug. 3, 2023 ·37m 56s

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Science vs. Oppenheimer: Physics, Film, and Facts

July 27, 2023 ·29m 17s

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The Secrets of Bat Longevity and Immune Defenses

July 20, 2023 ·25m 29s

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The Incredible Biology and Flight Mastery of Bats

July 20, 2023 ·4m 28s

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Sex Drive: The Dirrrrrrty Science

June 29, 2023 ·40m 53s

The Housing Crisis: Uncovering the Root Causes

June 22, 2023 ·35m 26s

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Science vs Gluten: The Truth Behind The Fad

June 15, 2023 ·36m 51s

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Unmasking AI: Capabilities, Risks, and Reality

June 8, 2023 ·42m 55s

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Blue Balls: Medical Mystery or Sexual Coercion Myth?

June 1, 2023 ·40m 33s

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Science vs. Dentistry: Fact-Checking Oral Health

May 25, 2023 ·36m 31s

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Science vs. Skincare: The Truth About Anti-Aging

May 18, 2023 ·36m 19s

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Predicting the Pandemic: Science vs Fiction Revisited

May 11, 2023 ·49m 41s

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Beavers: Nature's Secret Weapon Against Climate Change

May 4, 2023 ·18m 26s

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Ketamine for Depression: Science, Risks, and Reality

April 27, 2023 ·32m 16s

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Pit Bulls: Inherently Dangerous or Misunderstood?

April 20, 2023 ·37m 20s

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Superbugs and Phages: Stopping the Bacteria Crisis

April 13, 2023 ·38m 36s

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The Science of Hangovers: Separating Myths from Facts

April 6, 2023 ·18m 41s

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Alcohol: Is It Actually Good For You?

March 30, 2023 ·32m 26s

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Science Vs: The Truth About Weight Loss Drugs like Ozempic

March 23, 2023 ·38m 25s

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Science Vs: A New Season of Fact-Checking the Bullshit

March 16, 2023 ·3m 54s

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Science vs. Serial Killers: Fiction vs. Reality

Feb. 9, 2023 ·33m 56s

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Understanding Adderall: Uses, Risks, and Misconceptions

Dec. 9, 2022 ·33m 37s

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The Science of Superstitions: Exploring Luck and Unlucky Numbers

Dec. 2, 2022 ·40m 10s

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The Science of Hypnosis: Understanding Its Power and Limitations

Nov. 17, 2022 ·39m 18s

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Understanding Body Odor and Deodorants: Science vs. Myths

Nov. 10, 2022 ·34m 13s

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The Science of Male Birth Control: Why is it Missing?

Nov. 3, 2022 ·27m 40s

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The Strange Case of the Man Who Lived Twice

Oct. 20, 2022 ·38m 32s

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Do Gun Laws Stop Mass Shootings? Science Explains

Oct. 13, 2022 ·41m 09s

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Human Composting: The Science of Turning Bodies into Soil

Oct. 6, 2022 ·41m 17s

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Improving EEG Medical Technology for Black Patients

Sept. 22, 2022 ·33m 41s

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Should You Go Vegan? A Scientific Breakdown

Sept. 15, 2022 ·30m 32s

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Hydration Myths: Do You Really Need to Drink a Gallon?

Sept. 8, 2022 ·42m 08s

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Science Versus Season 13: New Episodes Preview

Sept. 1, 2022 ·2m 09s

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Addressing the Monkeypox Outbreak: A Discussion with Dr. Anthony Fauci

Aug. 3, 2022 ·18m 14s

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Understanding the Monkeypox Outbreak: Science and Risks

Aug. 2, 2022 ·40m 51s

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Abortion: The Science vs. The Myths

June 30, 2022 ·44m 06s

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Nightmare on Science Street: Dreams, Whales, and Parasites

June 9, 2022 ·42m 28s

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Science vs. the Placebo Effect

June 2, 2022 ·34m 20s

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Air Pollution, Asthma, and the Story of Ella

May 26, 2022 ·37m 39s

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Understanding the Science of ASMR: Tingles Revealed

May 12, 2022 ·39m 36s

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Serial Killers: Science Versus Myths

May 5, 2022 ·32m 44s

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The Impact of Ultra-Processed Foods on Health

April 28, 2022 ·38m 33s

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The Ivermectin Controversy: Science vs. Conspiracy

April 21, 2022 ·53m 27s

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Science Vs: Holding Spotify Accountable for Misinformation

April 15, 2022 ·2m 52s

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The Self-Help Revolution: Women's Health & Bodily Autonomy

April 7, 2022 ·41m 27s

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Russian Disinformation and the Reality of War in Ukraine

March 29, 2022 ·37m 19s

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Science vs. Ancient Aliens and the Pyramids

March 24, 2022 ·30m 31s

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Separating Fact from Fiction in Transgender Science

March 18, 2022 ·51m 07s

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Science Versus Returns: Tackling Misinformation on Spotify

March 11, 2022 ·1m 47s

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Combatting Misinformation: What Tech Platforms Can Do

Feb. 25, 2022 ·43m 07s

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Fact-Checking Joe Rogan: Decoding COVID-19 Misinformation

Feb. 5, 2022 ·43m 39s

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Return to the Moon: Scientific Milestone or Political Rivalry?

Dec. 10, 2021 ·34m 07s

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Dr. Anthony Fauci on Omicron and Combating Misinformation

Dec. 4, 2021 ·17m 01s

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Understanding the Omicron Variant: Biology and Impact

Dec. 3, 2021 ·39m 24s

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The Science of Chili: History, Heat, and Evolution

Nov. 25, 2021 ·47m 51s

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Can We Bring Extinct Animals Back to Life?

Nov. 18, 2021 ·37m 41s

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Saving Earth: Asteroid Deflection Missions Explained

Nov. 11, 2021 ·33m 48s

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Decoding the Secret Language of Putty-nosed Monkeys

Nov. 4, 2021 ·11m 23s

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Unlocking Chronic Pain: Is It All in Your Brain?

Oct. 28, 2021 ·29m 13s

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Dr. Joycelyn Elders: The Rise and Fall of the Condom Queen

Oct. 21, 2021 ·34m 44s

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Burnout: The Science of Stress and the 4-Day Workweek

Oct. 14, 2021 ·34m 14s

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Blue Balls: Medical Reality or Relationship Myth?

Oct. 7, 2021 ·40m 01s

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Science vs. True Love: Monogamy, Biology, and Relationships

Sept. 30, 2021 ·38m 29s

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The Hidden Lives and Complex Language of Plants

Sept. 28, 2021 ·11m 03s

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Childbirth: Are Doctors Doing More Harm Than Good?

Sept. 23, 2021 ·37m 26s

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Unpacking the Truth: Science of Weight, BMI, and Health

Sept. 16, 2021 ·31m 36s

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Does Therapy Actually Work? The Science Explained

Sept. 9, 2021 ·32m 48s

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Science Versus: Season 11 Preview and Return

Sept. 2, 2021 ·2m 35s

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The Quest for an HIV Vaccine: History and Challenges

Aug. 19, 2021 ·31m 46s

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Understanding the Delta Variant: Risks and Reality

Aug. 10, 2021 ·22m 24s

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Science vs. Pet Food: Debunking Myths and Fads

May 27, 2021 ·37m 52s

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The G-Spot Mystery: Science, Anatomy, and Myths

May 20, 2021 ·38m 21s

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Science of Survival: From Resurrection to Immortality

May 14, 2021 ·39m 56s

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The 142-Year Seed Experiment: A Tale of Resurrection

May 6, 2021 ·33m 38s

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Science Vs: Debunking the Screen Time Panic

April 29, 2021 ·38m 39s

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Havana Syndrome: Sonic Weapons or Mass Hysteria?

April 22, 2021 ·41m 20s

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The Kalakak Family: The Dangerous Rise of Eugenics

April 8, 2021 ·35m 52s

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COVID-19 Vaccines vs. Variants: How Effective Are They?

April 2, 2021 ·33m 54s

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Bizarre Medieval Snake Bite Remedies

March 30, 2021 ·5m 42s

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The Science of Snake Bites and Antivenom Production

March 25, 2021 ·33m 12s

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Science vs. UFOs: Exploring the Truth Behind Aliens and Sightings

March 18, 2021 ·36m 29s

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Understanding the Science of the Brood X Cicada Swarm

March 12, 2021 ·33m 34s

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Can You Actually Boost Your Immune System?

March 5, 2021 ·35m 18s

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Season 10 Preview: Science Versus Returns

Feb. 25, 2021 ·2m 41s

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Why Butterflies Drink Tears: The Science of Puddling

Jan. 28, 2021 ·6m 32s

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Hunting for Disease X: Pandemic Risks in the Congo

Jan. 21, 2021 ·18m 49s

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Science vs. Magic Mushrooms: Therapy or Psychedelic?

Dec. 10, 2020 ·37m 42s

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COVID-19 Update: Assessing Our Fears with Science

Dec. 7, 2020 ·7m 44s

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COVID-19 Update: Vaccines, Genetics, and Long Haulers

Dec. 3, 2020 ·32m 35s

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Did the CIA Spread a Deadly Pig Virus in Cuba?

Nov. 19, 2020 ·32m 51s

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The CIA and the Cuban Pig Conspiracy

Nov. 13, 2020 ·30m 50s

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The Secret World of Biofluorescent Mammals

Nov. 5, 2020 ·5m 56s

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Reparations and Baby Bonds: Addressing Racial Wealth Inequality

Oct. 30, 2020 ·31m 52s

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Understanding Volcanoes: From Mount St. Helens to Yellowstone

Oct. 22, 2020 ·27m 54s

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The Green New Deal: A Tale of Two Continents

Oct. 15, 2020 ·39m 14s

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The Future of Food: Lab-Grown & Cell-Cultured Meat

Oct. 8, 2020 ·32m 38s

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The Quest for the Lost 1918 Flu Virus

Oct. 2, 2020 ·36m 12s

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The Orgasm Gap: Science, Biology, and Society

Sept. 25, 2020 ·39m 22s

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Science Vs: Separating Shark Facts from Fiction

Sept. 10, 2020 ·39m 01s

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Science vs. Astrology: Is Your Zodiac Sign Real?

Sept. 3, 2020 ·25m 40s

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Do Masks Prevent the Spread of COVID-19?

Sept. 1, 2020 ·4m 42s

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Science vs. the Gut: Are Probiotics Really Worth It?

Aug. 27, 2020 ·32m 58s

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Season 2 Kickoff: Science Versus Returns

Aug. 20, 2020 ·1m 37s

Podcast Science Science Versus Health Fact-checking

Six Months of COVID-19: Science, Myths, and Recovery

July 3, 2020 ·34m 07s

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Dr. Anthony Fauci on the COVID-19 Pandemic Response

June 23, 2020 ·21m 59s

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The Race for a COVID-19 Vaccine: Reality vs. Speculation

June 19, 2020 ·29m 33s

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Unraveling the Mystery: COVID-19 Symptoms and Pathophysiology

June 12, 2020 ·26m 07s

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Protests and Pandemics: Public Health Risks Analyzed

June 9, 2020 ·24m 30s

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Scientists Coping with the Pandemic Disruptions

May 29, 2020 ·27m 23s

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The Swedish COVID-19 Strategy: Success or Mirage?

May 22, 2020 ·26m 17s

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Science vs. Face Masks: What Does the Evidence Say?

May 15, 2020 ·28m 32s

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Pregnancy and COVID-19: What Science Tells Us

May 8, 2020 ·25m 18s

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Understanding Asymptomatic COVID-19 Spread

May 1, 2020 ·26m 42s

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Investigating the Origins: Did COVID-19 Start in a Lab?

April 24, 2020 ·25m 25s

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Can the 7-Minute Workout Really Keep You Fit?

April 20, 2020 ·14m 37s

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Coronavirus Immunity: Can You Get Sick Again?

April 17, 2020 ·28m 23s

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When Will Global Coronavirus Restrictions End?

April 10, 2020 ·21m 15s

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Coronavirus Hygiene: Are You Being Overly Cautious?

April 7, 2020 ·26m 22s

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Is Coronavirus Airborne? Science and Reality

April 3, 2020 ·23m 52s

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Understanding COVID-19 Risks for Young People

March 31, 2020 ·24m 54s

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Science vs. Chloroquine: Miracle Cure or Dangerous Myth?

March 27, 2020 ·24m 22s

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Coronavirus: Masks and Ibuprofen Explained

March 24, 2020 ·24m 25s

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Frontline Report: COVID-19 Clinical Realities

March 19, 2020 ·20m 29s

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Science Versus: Coronavirus Testing and Social Distancing

March 16, 2020 ·28m 15s

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Science Versus: Season 8 Premiere Preview

March 12, 2020 ·1m 30s

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Coronavirus Update: Fact-Checking Severity and Risks

March 4, 2020 ·28m 11s

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Understanding the Novel Coronavirus Outbreak

Jan. 31, 2020 ·28m 42s

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Asteroid Safety: Can We Deflect A Killer Space Rock?

Dec. 20, 2019 ·33m 59s

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US Healthcare Reform: Medicare for All vs. Global Models

Dec. 13, 2019 ·35m 41s

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Ants: Survival, Altruism, and Evolutionary Wonders

Dec. 5, 2019 ·32m 09s

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Police Shootings: Data, Race, and Reform Studies

Nov. 22, 2019 ·37m 13s

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The Young Lords: Fighting for Health and Justice

Nov. 15, 2019 ·38m 29s

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The Science of Sleep: Why We Need It and How to Get It

Nov. 8, 2019 ·34m 15s

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Science Vs: Debunking 5G Myths and Safety Concerns

Oct. 31, 2019 ·37m 06s

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Uncovering the Truth Behind the Vaping Lung Crisis

Oct. 25, 2019 ·35m 16s

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Could a Deadly Flu Pandemic Really Happen?

Oct. 11, 2019 ·36m 51s

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The Science of Heartbreak: Why It Physically Hurts

Oct. 3, 2019 ·19m 16s

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Science vs. Football: Evaluating the Risks of CTE

Sept. 27, 2019 ·29m 47s

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Science Vs: Can Exercise Change Your Life?

Sept. 19, 2019 ·33m 18s

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Science Versus: New Season Preview and Investigations

Sept. 12, 2019 ·1m 53s

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The Global Gold Rush: Understanding the Modern Dinosaur Discovery Explosion

Aug. 8, 2019 ·22m 56s

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Science vs. Sharks: Myths, Attacks, and Reality

June 14, 2019 ·40m 20s

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The Tragic Medical Mystery of President James Garfield

June 6, 2019 ·29m 24s

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Understanding the Rise of Peanut Allergies

May 30, 2019 ·17m 21s

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The Self-Help Abortion Movement: Carol Downer and the Feminist Revolution

May 23, 2019 ·39m 37s

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Unlocking the Science of the Placebo Effect

May 9, 2019 ·31m 51s

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Science vs. Vaccines: Analyzing Safety and Risks

May 2, 2019 ·38m 57s

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Understanding the Fertility Cliff and Male Fertility

April 25, 2019 ·41m 55s

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Does Race Exist? The Science of Genetics and IQ

April 19, 2019 ·34m 11s

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Can You Trust DNA Ancestry and Health Testing Kits?

April 12, 2019 ·36m 46s

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Are Emotional Support Animals Effective on Flights?

April 4, 2019 ·12m 03s

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Intermittent Fasting: Science vs. Hype

March 29, 2019 ·27m 49s

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Unethical Science: Human Experiments in US Prisons

March 22, 2019 ·35m 52s

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Alcohol: Is It Actually Good For You? Fact vs Fiction

March 15, 2019 ·31m 23s

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Science Versus Season 6: Preview and Highlights

March 7, 2019 ·1m 53s

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The Mysterious Case of the Man with No Name

Dec. 20, 2018 ·41m 08s

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The Science of Being Transgender: Facts and Myths

Dec. 13, 2018 ·38m 49s

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The WANK Worm: Australia's First Hacktivists

Dec. 6, 2018 ·30m 58s

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Science vs. Ancient Aliens: Who Really Built the Pyramids?

Nov. 29, 2018 ·31m 05s

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Is the 7-Minute Workout Legit? Science vs. Fads

Nov. 21, 2018 ·10m 48s

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CBD: Miracle Cure or Overhyped Trend?

Nov. 15, 2018 ·33m 33s

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Science vs. Immigration: Economic and Crime Impact

Nov. 2, 2018 ·37m 31s

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Science vs. Climate Change: Evidence and Future Impacts

Nov. 1, 2018 ·46m 13s

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Science vs. Abortion: The Facts and Myths

Oct. 31, 2018 ·47m 43s

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The Science of Gun Control: Safety, Crime, and Suicides

Oct. 30, 2018 ·36m 10s

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The Science of Online Dating: Algorithms and Strategy

Oct. 26, 2018 ·35m 50s

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Uncovering a 1849 Harvard Murder with Early Forensics

Oct. 18, 2018 ·34m 42s

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Gentrification: Is It Really the Urban Boogeyman?

Oct. 11, 2018 ·33m 35s

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Environmental Impact: Dairy Milk vs. Plant-based Milks

Oct. 4, 2018 ·11m 32s

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Should You Go Vegan? A Science-Based Analysis

Sept. 27, 2018 ·28m 27s

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Essential Oils: Science or Scented Snake Oil?

Sept. 20, 2018 ·27m 19s

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Science Vs: The Truth Behind Plastic Pollution

Sept. 13, 2018 ·30m 30s

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Science Versus Season 5: New Investigations Incoming

Sept. 6, 2018 ·2m 25s

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Science Versus: Highlights and Future Season Preview

July 17, 2018 ·2m 12s

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Serial Killers: The Science Behind the Monsters

June 28, 2018 ·30m 59s

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UFOs and Alien Life: A Scientific Investigation

June 21, 2018 ·37m 34s

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Science Vs: Unraveling the Truth About Lyme Disease

June 15, 2018 ·34m 31s

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Science vs. Circumcision: Medical Facts and Myths

May 31, 2018 ·32m 18s

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The Kalikak Legacy: How Bad Science Fueled Eugenics

May 25, 2018 ·34m 23s

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Are Polar Bears Actually Going Extinct? The Science

May 17, 2018 ·30m 30s

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Living in Space: Biology, Psychology, and Mars

May 3, 2018 ·29m 53s

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Science vs. The Ketogenic Diet

April 26, 2018 ·31m 14s

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Science vs. Nuclear War: Reality Check

April 19, 2018 ·34m 04s

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Science Vs: Is Sex Addiction Actually Real?

April 5, 2018 ·33m 25s

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Science Versus: Evaluating Opioid Addiction Treatment

March 29, 2018 ·34m 56s

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The Science of the Opioid Epidemic: How Did It Start?

March 23, 2018 ·41m 36s

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Season Preview: The Return of Science Versus

March 16, 2018 ·2m 03s

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Science vs. Obesity: Is It Really Our Fault?

Dec. 14, 2017 ·35m 11s

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Science vs. Chiropractors: Fact or Fiction?

Dec. 7, 2017 ·31m 39s

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Birth Control Myths vs Science: Efficacy and Side Effects

Nov. 30, 2017 ·33m 38s

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MDMA: Medical Breakthrough or Dangerous Party Drug?

Nov. 16, 2017 ·37m 01s

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Science vs. Balding: Fact-Checking Hair Loss Treatments

Nov. 9, 2017 ·34m 21s

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The Bee-pocalypse: Investigating What is Killing the Bees

Nov. 2, 2017 ·33m 06s

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Vitamins and Supplements: The Science vs. The Claims

Oct. 19, 2017 ·36m 38s

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Science vs. Bigfoot: Fact or Folklore?

Oct. 12, 2017 ·34m 05s

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Can the US Run Entirely on Renewable Energy?

Oct. 5, 2017 ·38m 28s

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The History of Anti-Vaccination: Fear, Trust, and Science

Sept. 21, 2017 ·35m 17s

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Science vs. Vaccines: Autism, Seizures, and Safety

Sept. 14, 2017 ·38m 02s

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Science Vs: Debunking Detox Diets and Cleanses

Sept. 7, 2017 ·35m 49s

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Science Versus: Season Return and Podcast Preview

Aug. 31, 2017 ·2m 51s

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Science vs Artificial Sweeteners: Health Myths Debunked

June 8, 2017 ·51m 20s

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Nuclear Power: Safety, Risks, and Radioactive Waste

June 1, 2017 ·40m 24s

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The Science of Meditation: Does It Actually Work?

May 25, 2017 ·33m 55s

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Science vs. True Love: Biological Reality or Fairytale?

May 11, 2017 ·45m 58s

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Science vs. Red Wine, Coffee, and Chocolate

May 4, 2017 ·36m 03s

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Science vs. Abortion: Facts on Development and Myths

April 27, 2017 ·46m 01s

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Science Vs: Are GMOs Actually Safe to Eat?

April 17, 2017 ·45m 27s

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Debunking Media Myths: Data Manipulation and Lemmings

April 6, 2017 ·32m 53s

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Science vs. Ghosts: Paranormal Explained?

March 30, 2017 ·49m 30s

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Science vs. Climate Change: Facts and Predictions

March 16, 2017 ·46m 07s

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Science vs. Acne: Sorting Truth from Marketing Hypes

March 9, 2017 ·47m 26s

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Science Vs: Debunking Immigration Myths and Facts

March 9, 2017 ·48m 00s

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Science Versus: Season Teaser and New Episodes

Feb. 28, 2017 ·1m 42s

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Do Antidepressants Really Work? A Science Investigation

Oct. 28, 2016 ·39m 49s

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Forensic Science: DNA Evidence and the Smell of Death

Oct. 21, 2016 ·48m 49s

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Forensic Science Under Trial: Fact or Fiction?

Oct. 7, 2016 ·38m 36s

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Uncovering the Science Behind the Zika Virus Outbreak

Sept. 30, 2016 ·37m 15s

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Science Versus Hypnosis: Real Phenomenon or Just Faking?

Sept. 23, 2016 ·40m 29s

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Science vs. The G-Spot: Anatomy, Myths, and Reality

Sept. 2, 2016 ·39m 51s

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Science vs. Organic Food: Facts, Myths, and Reality

Aug. 26, 2016 ·35m 05s

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Science Versus: Do Gun Control Laws Actually Work?

Aug. 12, 2016 ·40m 40s

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Science vs. Guns: Fact Checking the Gun Debate

Aug. 4, 2016 ·39m 53s

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Science Vs: Is Attachment Parenting Actually Better?

July 28, 2016 ·37m 22s

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Science Versus: Evaluating the Risks of Fracking

July 27, 2016 ·42m 22s

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Introducing Science Versus: Separating Fact from Fads

June 28, 2016 ·3m 27s

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