Our host Myles Bess cuts through the hype and takes a deeper look at the research and facts behind controversial and trending topics in the news.
Episodes
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Does Climate Change Cause Extreme Weather?
What role does climate change play in extreme weather?4:47 -
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Teen Blood and the Science of Anti-Aging
Blood transfusions from young donors are gaining hype as an anti-aging treatment.5:27 -
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Why Can't Anyone Agree On The Crime Rate
Why is the actual crime rate tough to understand and identify?4:37 -
The Hidden Problem of Homeless High School Students
Taking a look at how homeless students get the help they need.5:54 -
Can Genetically Engineered Mosquitoes Help Fight Disease?
Investigating using genetically engineered mosquitoes to combat mosquito-borne diseases.5:29 -
How Do Algorithms Predict Criminal Behavior?
We investigate how algorithms are being used in the criminal justice system.4:38 -
Gerrymandering: Is Geometry Silencing Your Vote?
We breaks down gerrymandering and how politicians on both sides rig the voting system.5:18 -
Why Do Our Brains Love Fake News?
Why our brains can so easily make us believe that fake news is real news.5:20 -
Adam Savage On Why Science Matters
Adam Savage talks about why scientific inquiry is more important than ever.6:45 -
Voices from the March for Science: Special Report
A special report about young activists at the San Francisco March for Science2:36 -
How Do Different Social Media Platforms Affect Your Mood?
We explore how Snapchat compares to other social media platforms in affecting your brain.4:55 -
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Is Marijuana Actually Medicinal?
We discuss some of the high hurdles researchers face when trying to study marijuana.4:45 -
Top 4 Tips To Spot Bad Science Reporting
Learn how to spot bad science reporting through 4 simple letters: G-L-A-D.4:15 -
Is Your Social Status Making You Sick?
Looking into how your position in society affects your health.4:37
