Description (podcaster-provided):
There are a lot of fads, blogs and strong opinions, but then there’s SCIENCE. Science Vs is the show from Gimlet that finds out what’s fact, what’s not, and what’s somewhere in between. We do the hard work of sifting through all the science so you don't have to and cover everything from 5G and Pandemics, to Vaping and Fasting Diets.Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Science • health • nutrition • mental health • drugs • medical treatments • exercise • human behavior • controversial topics • scientific investigations • health myths • debunking misinformation"Science Vs" is a podcast that delves into a variety of topics by analyzing them through the lens of scientific evidence, often challenging popular beliefs and misconceptions. Hosted by Spotify Studios, the show aims to clarify what is fact, what is fiction, and what falls somewhere in between. The podcast covers a wide array of subjects, blending in-depth scientific research with accessible language, interviews with experts, and engaging storytelling.
Recurring themes in this podcast include health and wellness, where episodes explore the science behind diets, supplements, and modern health practices. For example, it scrutinizes the efficacy and potential risks of protein consumption, fasting diets, and hormone balancing. Mental health and substance use are also significant topics, addressing the impacts of ketamine, magic mushrooms, and cannabis, as well as controversial issues like the use of the abortion pill and weight loss drugs like Ozempic.
The podcast also ventures into societal and cultural issues. It tackles the science behind contentious social debates such as the best healthcare practices for transgender children and the impact of affordable housing policies. Episodes frequently dissect the influence of media and public opinion on these topics, often debunking myths and providing scientifically grounded perspectives.
Science Vs isn’t limited to contemporary issues; it also explores historical and mysterious phenomena, such as peculiar criminal stories, the history of dinosaurs, and the search for extraterrestrial life. Additionally, lighter, curiosity-driven topics are covered, including the science behind dreams, humor, and why heartbreak feels physically painful.
Overall, "Science Vs" presents thorough, evidence-based explorations of a diverse range of subjects, making complex scientific concepts accessible and engaging for a broad audience. Whether it's dissecting dietary trends or unraveling historical mysteries, the podcast consistently aims to inform listeners by distinguishing scientific facts from popular myths.
Episodes: |
Mind-Blowing Orgasms: Does the Male G-Spot Exist? 2024-Jun-20 42 minutes |
Protein: Are You Getting Enough? 2024-Jun-13 33 minutes |
Introducing The Journal: Trillion Dollar Shot 2024-Jun-11 41 minutes |
Trans Kids’ Healthcare: Are We Getting It Wrong? 2024-Jun-06 37 minutes |
The Great Dinosaur Smashup 2024-May-30 35 minutes |
The Abortion Pill: How Dangerous Is It Really? 2024-May-23 38 minutes |
What the Hell Is at the Edge of Space? 2024-May-16 21 minutes |
Heartbreak: Why It Feels So Achy Breaky 2024-May-09 28 minutes |
Tig Notaro Shares Her Favorite Jokes 2024-May-07 22 minutes |
The Funniest Joke in the World 2024-May-02 56 minutes |
Wendy Talks About Her Pyromaniac Past — and More [Video] 2024-Apr-25 70 minutes |
Hormone Balancing: Should You Try It? 2024-Apr-18 36 minutes |
Murder in the Ivory Tower 2024-Apr-11 32 minutes |
Cannabis: I Get High With a Little Help From … Science 2024-Apr-04 45 minutes |
Intermittent Fasting: Hungry for Facts? 2024-Mar-28 33 minutes |
Dreams: What Could They Mean? 2024-Mar-21 44 minutes |
Ozempic: Is It Scarier Than We Thought? 2024-Mar-14 40 minutes |
Anti-Aging: Can We Be Forever Young? 2024-Mar-07 35 minutes |
Get Ready for Our BIGGEST SEASON EVER 2024-Feb-29 3 minutes |
Ayahuasca: WTF is up with DMT? 2023-Dec-14 48 minutes |
Personality Tests: Who Are You Really? 2023-Dec-07 44 minutes |
Caffeine: How Much is Too Much? 2023-Nov-30 42 minutes |
MDMA: Can Ecstasy Cure Your Agony? 2023-Nov-23 43 minutes |
Pssst!! The Science of Gossip 2023-Nov-16 39 minutes |
When Your Eyes See Lies 2023-Nov-09 53 minutes |
Sleep: How Do We Get More? 2023-Nov-02 32 minutes |
Seed Oils: Is Your Canola Oil Killing You? 2023-Oct-26 43 minutes |
UFOs: The Truth Is Right Here 2023-Oct-19 43 minutes |
Andrew Huberman on Supplements, the Covid Lab Leak Theory and more 2023-Oct-12 41 minutes |
Self-Care: Can You Hack Your Mood? 2023-Oct-05 38 minutes |
Why Fossil Nerds Are Pissed Right Now 2023-Sep-28 52 minutes |
Vaping: Is It Really That Bad? 2023-Sep-21 41 minutes |
Breathwork: A Bunch of Hot Air? 2023-Sep-14 43 minutes |
We're Back! And Boldly Going Where We've Never Gone Before 2023-Sep-07 2 minutes |
The Best Ever Episode of Science Vs 2023-Aug-24 44 minutes |
Orgasms: Your Favorite Sex Episode! 2023-Aug-17 38 minutes |
Exercise: Your Favorite Wellness Episode! 2023-Aug-10 31 minutes |
Magic Mushrooms: Your Favorite Drugs Episode! 2023-Aug-03 37 minutes |
Behind the Scenes of ‘Oppenheimer’ 2023-Jul-27 29 minutes |
How Bats Break Science 2023-Jul-20 25 minutes |
Sex Drive: The Dirrrrrrty Science 2023-Jun-29 40 minutes |
Who Killed Affordable Housing? 2023-Jun-22 35 minutes |
Gluten: Should You Give It Up? 2023-Jun-15 36 minutes |
AI: Is It Out Of Control? 2023-Jun-08 42 minutes |
Blue Balls: A Ball-Faced Lie? 2023-Jun-01 40 minutes |
The Dentist: Toss the Floss? Flush the Brush? 2023-May-25 36 minutes |
Skin Care: Is Anti-Aging a Scam? 2023-May-18 36 minutes |
Did We Predict the Pandemic? 2023-May-11 49 minutes |
I’ll Be Dammed: Beavers Fighting Climate Change 2023-May-04 18 minutes |
Ketamine: How Special is Special K? 2023-Apr-27 32 minutes |
Pit Bulls: Bad to the Bone? 2023-Apr-20 37 minutes |
Superbugs: Apocalypse … Now? 2023-Apr-13 38 minutes |
Hangovers: What Really Helps? 2023-Apr-06 18 minutes |
Alcohol: Time to Put a Cork in It? 2023-Mar-30 32 minutes |
Weight Loss Meds: Is Ozempic a Miracle Drug? 2023-Mar-23 41 minutes |
Nerds, Assemble! Science Vs Is Back 2023-Mar-16 3 minutes |
Listen to Science Vs in Spanish! 2023-Feb-09 36 minutes |
Adderall: What's It Doing to Your Brain? 2022-Dec-09 33 minutes |
When Science and Superstitions Collide 2022-Dec-02 40 minutes |
Hypnosis: Does It Really Work? 2022-Nov-17 39 minutes |
Deodorant: Is It Dangerous? 2022-Nov-10 34 minutes |
The Male Pill: When Is It Coming? 2022-Nov-03 30 minutes |
The Mystery of the Man Who Died Twice 2022-Oct-20 41 minutes |
Mass Shootings: How Do We Stop Them? 2022-Oct-13 44 minutes |
Should We Compost Human Bodies? 2022-Oct-06 44 minutes |
The Fight to Fix a Racist Medical Gadget 2022-Sep-22 36 minutes |
Vegans: Are They Right? 2022-Sep-15 33 minutes |
Hydration: Are You Drinking Enough Water? 2022-Sep-08 45 minutes |
We're Back for Season THIRTEEN 2022-Sep-01 2 minutes |
Fauci on Monkeypox: What Went Wrong 2022-Aug-03 18 minutes |
Monkeypox: What's Going On? 2022-Aug-02 43 minutes |
Abortion: The Science and the Supreme Court 2022-Jun-30 47 minutes |
Nightmare on Science Street 2022-Jun-09 45 minutes |
Placebo: Can the Mind Cure You? 2022-Jun-02 37 minutes |
A Mystery in the Air 2022-May-26 40 minutes |
ASMR: How Whispering Hijacks the Brain 2022-May-12 42 minutes |
Serial Killers: The Mind of a Murderer 2022-May-05 35 minutes |
Ultra-Processed Foods: A Load of Baloney? 2022-Apr-28 41 minutes |
Ivermectin: The Story of a Wonder Drug 2022-Apr-21 56 minutes |
Spotify and Misinformation: An Update! 2022-Apr-15 2 minutes |
The Abortion Underground 2022-Apr-07 44 minutes |
Ukrainian War: Fighting Russia's Propaganda Machine 2022-Mar-29 40 minutes |
Ancient Aliens: Who Really Built the Pyramids? 2022-Mar-24 33 minutes |
Trans Kids: The Misinformation Battle 2022-Mar-18 51 minutes |
Here’s What’s Coming Up! 2022-Mar-11 1 minute |
Misinformation: What Should Our Tech Overlords Do? 2022-Feb-25 46 minutes |
Joe Rogan: The Malone Interview 2022-Feb-05 43 minutes |
The Moon: Why Are We Really Going Back? 2021-Dec-10 37 minutes |
Fauci on How This Ends 2021-Dec-04 17 minutes |
Omicron: Do You Need to Freak Out? 2021-Dec-03 42 minutes |
Presenting Gastropod: How Chilis Conquered the World 2021-Nov-25 50 minutes |
Jurassic Park: Hold On to Your Butts 2021-Nov-18 40 minutes |
Killer Asteroids: NASA Strikes Back 2021-Nov-11 36 minutes |
Monkey Say What? LEOPARD!! 2021-Nov-04 11 minutes |
Chronic Pain: Can Our Brains Fix It? 2021-Oct-28 32 minutes |
The Legendary Condom Queen 2021-Oct-21 37 minutes |
Burnout: Can We Fix Work? 2021-Oct-14 37 minutes |
Blue Balls: You're Wrong About Them 2021-Oct-07 43 minutes |
True Love: Is Monogamy Unnatural? 2021-Sep-30 41 minutes |
The Secret World of Plants 2021-Sep-28 11 minutes |
Childbirth: Are Doctors Messing It Up? 2021-Sep-23 40 minutes |
Weight: Is Fat Unhealthy? 2021-Sep-16 34 minutes |
Therapy: Does It Work? 2021-Sep-09 35 minutes |
Let’s Do Science Again!! 2021-Sep-02 2 minutes |
Presenting Not Past It: The Vax That Got Axed 2021-Aug-19 34 minutes |
The Delta Variant: How Bad Is It? 2021-Aug-10 25 minutes |
Pet Food: How Fancy Should They Feast? 2021-May-27 40 minutes |
The G Spot: Come Again? 2021-May-20 41 minutes |
Back From the Dead 2021-May-14 42 minutes |
A Seedy, Late-Night Adventure 2021-May-06 36 minutes |
Screens: Are They Ruining Our Brains and Mental Health and Eyes and 2021-Apr-29 41 minutes |
Havana Syndrome: Did a Secret Weapon Fry Diplomats' Brains? 2021-Apr-22 44 minutes |
How Science Created Morons 2021-Apr-08 38 minutes |
Coronavirus: How Scary Are the Variants? 2021-Apr-02 36 minutes |
Snake Bite Cures: Weasels, Pigeons, Pee 2021-Mar-30 5 minutes |
SNAKES!!! 2021-Mar-25 36 minutes |
UFOs: Through the Wormhole Again 2021-Mar-18 39 minutes |
Brood X: A Drug-fueled Cicada Orgy 2021-Mar-12 36 minutes |
Immune Boosting: Is It a Bust? 2021-Mar-05 38 minutes |
Bringing the Science Back, Baby! 2021-Feb-25 2 minutes |
Butterflies Are Secret Monsters 2021-Jan-28 6 minutes |
Presenting Coronavirus: Fact Vs. Fiction 2021-Jan-21 18 minutes |
Magic Mushrooms: Trip Through the Science 2020-Dec-10 40 minutes |
Coronavirus: More Scared or Less Scared? 2020-Dec-07 7 minutes |
Coronavirus: Shots! Shots! Shots! 2020-Dec-03 35 minutes |
Did the CIA do it? Part II 2020-Nov-19 35 minutes |
Did the CIA Plant a Virus in Cuba? 2020-Nov-13 33 minutes |
Platypuses Get a Glow Up 2020-Nov-05 5 minutes |
Reparations: How Could It Work? 2020-Oct-30 34 minutes |
Supervolcanoes: Is Yellowstone Gonna Blow? 2020-Oct-22 30 minutes |
Science Vs Presents: How to Save a Planet 2020-Oct-15 42 minutes |
Lab-Grown Meat: We Grill It 2020-Oct-08 35 minutes |
Hunting an Invisible Killer 2020-Oct-02 39 minutes |
Orgasms: Come for the Science 2020-Sep-25 42 minutes |
SHARKS!!! Sink Your Teeth in Again 2020-Sep-10 42 minutes |
Astrology: Are Geminis the Worst? 2020-Sep-03 28 minutes |
Mini Mask Update 2020-Sep-01 4 minutes |
Probiotics: Scam or Superfood? 2020-Aug-27 35 minutes |
New Season! Time for Non-Coronavirus Content 2020-Aug-20 1 minute |
Coronavirus: Are We Back Where We Started? 2020-Jul-03 37 minutes |
Fauci! He’s Back! 2020-Jun-23 24 minutes |
Coronavirus: Dude, Where's My Vaccine? 2020-Jun-19 32 minutes |
Coronavirus: Weirdest Virus Ever? 2020-Jun-12 29 minutes |
Coronavirus: Protesting in a Pandemic 2020-Jun-09 24 minutes |
Coronavirus: Labs Go Dark 2020-May-29 30 minutes |
Coronavirus: Sweden Goes Rogue 2020-May-22 29 minutes |
Coronavirus: The Mask Wars 2020-May-15 31 minutes |
Coronavirus: Pregnant in a Pandemic 2020-May-08 28 minutes |
Coronavirus: Was It Made In a Lab? 2020-Apr-24 28 minutes |
Working Out From Home — in 7 Minutes? [Rebroadcast] 2020-Apr-20 14 minutes |
Coronavirus: Can You Get It Twice? 2020-Apr-17 31 minutes |
Coronavirus: When Will It End? 2020-Apr-10 24 minutes |
Coronavirus: Should I Disinfect EVERYTHING? 2020-Apr-07 29 minutes |
Coronavirus: Is It Airborne? 2020-Apr-03 26 minutes |
Coronavirus: Are Young People Safe? 2020-Mar-31 27 minutes |
Coronavirus: Will Chloroquine Save Us? 2020-Mar-27 27 minutes |
Coronavirus: Unmasking the Facts and Ibuprofen Scares 2020-Mar-24 27 minutes |
Coronavirus: A Story From the Front Lines 2020-Mar-19 23 minutes |
Coronavirus: What Should You Do Now? 2020-Mar-16 28 minutes |
More Science Vs Coming Right Up 2020-Mar-12 1 minute |
Coronavirus: Fears and Facts 2020-Mar-04 28 minutes |
Coronavirus Outbreak: How Scared Should You Be? 2020-Jan-31 28 minutes |
How to Stop A Killer Asteroid 2019-Dec-20 36 minutes |
Healthcare: How Do We Fix It? 2019-Dec-13 38 minutes |
Ants: Tales from the Underground 2019-Dec-05 34 minutes |
Police Shootings: The Data and the Damage Done 2019-Nov-22 37 minutes |
When a Hospital becomes The Butcher Shop 2019-Nov-15 41 minutes |
Sleep: All Aboard the Snooze Cruise! 2019-Nov-08 36 minutes |
5G: Welcome to the Revolution? 2019-Oct-31 39 minutes |
Vaping: What the Hell is Going On?! 2019-Oct-25 37 minutes |
PANDEMIC!!! 2019-Oct-11 39 minutes |
Heartbreak: Why does it hurt so bad? 2019-Oct-03 19 minutes |
Football: Should We Cancel It? 2019-Sep-27 31 minutes |
Exercise: Fat Buster or Belly Flop? 2019-Sep-19 35 minutes |
Let's...science...AGAIN! 2019-Sep-12 1 minute |
The Dinosaur Explosion 2019-Aug-08 25 minutes |
How Bad Science Killed A President 2019-Jun-06 31 minutes |
Peanuts: Public Enemy No. 1? 2019-May-30 17 minutes |
The Abortion Underground 2019-May-23 42 minutes |
Placebo: Can the Mind Cure You? 2019-May-09 34 minutes |
Vaccines: Time for a Booster Shot [Rebroadcast] 2019-May-02 41 minutes |
Fertility Cliff: Is It Real? 2019-Apr-25 44 minutes |
Race: Can We See It In Our DNA? 2019-Apr-19 37 minutes |
DNA Kits: Can You Trust Them? 2019-Apr-12 38 minutes |
Pets on Planes: Are Emotional Support Animals Legit? 2019-Apr-04 12 minutes |
Fasting Diets: What's the Skinny? 2019-Mar-29 29 minutes |
Science's Rotten Underbelly 2019-Mar-22 37 minutes |
Alcohol: A Pour Decision? 2019-Mar-15 33 minutes |
We're back next week! 2019-Mar-07 1 minute |
The Mystery of the Man Who Died Twice 2018-Dec-20 43 minutes |
The Science Of Being Transgender 2018-Dec-13 40 minutes |
The Wank Worm: How NASA Got Hacked 2018-Dec-06 32 minutes |
Ancient Aliens: Who Really Built the Pyramids? 2018-Nov-29 34 minutes |
7 Minute Workout: Fit or Fad? 2018-Nov-21 10 minutes |
CBD: Weed Wonder Drug? 2018-Nov-15 36 minutes |
Election Special: Immigration 2018-Nov-02 40 minutes |
Election Special: Climate Change 2018-Nov-01 49 minutes |
Election Special: Abortion 2018-Oct-31 47 minutes |
Election Special: Gun Violence 2018-Oct-30 36 minutes |
Online Dating: Can Science Find You Love? 2018-Oct-26 38 minutes |
Murder Mystery: An 1850s Whodunnit 2018-Oct-18 37 minutes |
Gentrification: What's Really Happening? 2018-Oct-11 35 minutes |
Soy, Almond, Oat Milks: Are They Udder Bull? 2018-Oct-04 11 minutes |
Vegans: Are They Right? 2018-Sep-27 31 minutes |
Essential Oils: Science or Snake Oil? 2018-Sep-20 30 minutes |
Plastics: The Final Straw? 2018-Sep-13 32 minutes |
We Return... With A Twist. 2018-Sep-06 2 minutes |
Welcome, New Listeners! 2018-Jul-17 2 minutes |
Serial Killers: Science of the Lambs 2018-Jun-28 32 minutes |
UFOs: What the Government Covered Up 2018-Jun-21 39 minutes |
Lyme Disease: How Scary Is It? 2018-Jun-15 37 minutes |
Circumcision: Why Are We Doing This? 2018-May-31 35 minutes |
How Science Created Morons 2018-May-25 37 minutes |
Polar Bears: A Surprising Tail 2018-May-17 33 minutes |
Scott Kelly: How A Year in Space Changes You 2018-May-03 32 minutes |
Ketogenic Diet... Is Fat Good For You? 2018-Apr-26 34 minutes |
Nuclear War... Total Annihilation? 2018-Apr-19 37 minutes |
Sex Addiction: Are They Faking It? 2018-Apr-05 36 minutes |
Opioids: Kicking America's Addiction 2018-Mar-29 37 minutes |
Opioids: How America Got Hooked 2018-Mar-23 44 minutes |
Brand New Science Vs! 2018-Mar-16 2 minutes |
Obesity - Is It Your Fault? 2017-Dec-14 38 minutes |
Chiropractors 2017-Dec-07 34 minutes |
Birth Control - The Biggest Myths 2017-Nov-30 36 minutes |
Molly - Scary Drug or Promising Therapy? 2017-Nov-16 40 minutes |
Balding - What Actually Works? 2017-Nov-09 37 minutes |
The Bee-pocalypse 2017-Nov-02 36 minutes |
Vitamins & Supplements - Are They Worth It? 2017-Oct-19 39 minutes |
Bigfoot 2017-Oct-12 37 minutes |
100% Renewable Energy - Can We Do It? 2017-Oct-05 41 minutes |
The Rise of Anti-Vaxxers 2017-Sep-21 38 minutes |
Vaccines - Are They Safe? 2017-Sep-14 41 minutes |
Detoxing & Cleanses - Do They Work? 2017-Sep-07 38 minutes |
New Season... Coming Soon! 2017-Aug-31 2 minutes |
Artificial Sweeteners - not so sweet? 2017-Jun-08 54 minutes |
Nuclear Power - what are the Risks? 2017-Jun-01 43 minutes |
Meditation 2017-May-25 36 minutes |
True Love 2017-May-11 48 minutes |
Antioxidants 2017-May-04 39 minutes |
Abortion: What You Need To Know 2017-Apr-27 46 minutes |
GMO... OMG? 2017-Apr-17 48 minutes |
Lemmings 2017-Apr-06 35 minutes |
Ghosts 2017-Mar-30 52 minutes |
Climate Change... the Apocalypse? 2017-Mar-16 49 minutes |
Acne 2017-Mar-09 50 minutes |
Immigration 2017-Mar-09 51 minutes |
New season... coming soon! 2017-Feb-28 1 minute |
Antidepressants 2016-Oct-28 42 minutes |
DNA and the Smell of Death 2016-Oct-21 51 minutes |
Forensic Science 2016-Oct-07 41 minutes |
Zika 2016-Sep-30 40 minutes |
Hypnosis 2016-Sep-23 43 minutes |
The G-spot 2016-Sep-02 42 minutes |
Organic Food 2016-Aug-26 38 minutes |
Gun Control (Pt 2) 2016-Aug-12 43 minutes |
Guns 2016-Aug-04 42 minutes |
Attachment Parenting 2016-Jul-28 40 minutes |
Fracking 2016-Jul-27 45 minutes |
Sneak Peek 2016-Jun-28 3 minutes |