Science Versus: New Season Preview and Investigations

March 20, 2025 ·3m 22s

Welcome to a New Season of Science Versus

Host Wendy returns with an ambitious new season of Science Versus. The show continues its mission to separate fact from fiction by tackling controversial and mysterious topics through a rigorous scientific lens.

Key Topics To Be Investigated

  • The Myth of Squirting: An investigation into the biological origins of squirting to determine if it is distinct from urination.
  • Public Health Debates: Analysis of water fluoridation, questioning whether it is safe or a misunderstood health practice.
  • The ADHD Surge: Examining why Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is seemingly everywhere and whether common behaviors are being medicalized.
  • Supplements and Performance: A deep dive into Creatine, exploring its efficacy for physical and mental health.
  • The Reality of Methamphetamine: A raw look at the escalating rates of meth use and whether its cultural reputation as the "scariest drug" holds up against personal accounts.
  • Biohacking and Longevity: An interview with tech millionaire Brian Johnson about his controversial, high-tech quest for immortality.
  • Emerging Threats: An assessment of the risks surrounding bird flu and its potential for becoming the next major pandemic.
  • Alternative Lifestyles and Folklore: Exploring the health impacts of the carnivore diet, the science of memory, and whether the full moon influences human behavior.

"When I start doing this stuff, people are like, who is this vampire, billionaire, eccentric, weird guy trying to live forever? Do you really think you're not going to die? I do."

Brian Johnson, on his longevity regimen.

Starting on March 27th, the new season promises to deliver evidence-based answers to these complex questions, helping listeners build a solid base of knowledge.

Topics

Science Health Psychology Biohacking Investigation Medicine

Chapters

5 chapters