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Science Quickly

Scientific American
Artificial Intelligence
Climate Change
NASA
Scientific American
Consciousness
Vaccines
Public Health
Conservation
Covid-19
Generative AI
Wild Turkeys
Mental Health
Artemis II
Glp-1 Drugs
Measles
Hurricane Forecasting
Nutrition
Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Cone Of Uncertainty
Microbiome

Host Rachel Feltman, alongside leading science and tech journalists, dives into the rich world of scientific discovery in this bite-size science variety show.

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In this episode of Science Quickly, Rachel Feltman speaks with environmental historian Edward Melillo about the tiny soybean, which has come to dominate America’s diet. When you think of soy, you may only picture a block of yummy tofu or soy milk, bu... more

In this week’s news roundup, we take a look at what’s happening with the Ebola outbreak in parts of Africa. Later SciAm editorial fellow Peter Hall joins host Rachel Feltman to discuss recent claims by OpenAI and Anthropic that their models have solv... more

In this Halloween special episode of Science Quickly, host Rachel Feltman explores why our fascination with vampires refuses to die. We dive into the spooky history of vampires—from tuberculosis outbreaks in the 18th and 19th centuries to sexy pop cu... more

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New approaches aim to extend treatment durability and improve long-term vision outcomes in wet AMD.

Scientific American Custom Media recently sat down with Dr. Nadia Waheed, Ocular Therapeutix’s chief medical officer, to discuss the real-world burde... more

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Recent Guests

Nadia Waheed
Ocular Therapeutix chief medical officer and retina physician
Ocular Therapeutix
Episode: Reducing Treatment Burden While Preserving Sight [Sponsored]
Adam Kovac
Scientific American breaking news reporter
Scientific American
Episode: Why science is on the ballot in the midterms
Jessica Knurick
Nutrition scientist, registered dietitian and science communicator
Episode: Finding Nutrition Truth in a World of Myths [Sponsored]
Maia Szalavitz
Contributing opinion writer for The New York Times and author of eight books
The New York Times
Episode: Why your brain hates uncertainty
Annalee Newitz
Science journalist, editor and science-fiction author
Episode: Slime molds, Pompeii and alien consciousness with Annalee Newitz
Allison Parshall
Scientific American associate editor and science journalist
Scientific American
Episode: Cover Story: Escaping the Infinite Scroll
Saul Justin Newman
Senior Research Fellow at University College London and the University of Oxford, and author of Morbid
University College London
Episode: Are Blue Zones real?
Jessica Malaty Rivera
Epidemiologist and award-winning science communicator
Episode: Fighting Fear with Facts: Navigating Infectious Disease Information [Sponsored]
Joseph Howlett
Senior reporter at Scientific American and resident physics expert
Scientific American
Episode: Nobel winners, neutrino detectors and nature’s longest-living tortoise

Host

Rachel Feltman
Host of the show; Scientific American/Science Quickly

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 3.6k ratings
  • Love the host and science stories. Perfect length and so entertaining and informative.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    annarichey
    9 days ago
  • 挺好的一个节目

    就是有的单集播放不了是为啥

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WPJ0206
    China5 months ago
  • Too much politics

    Podcast Addict
    1
    ginntonic
    5 months ago
  • Oil

    quote: the reality of a rapidly warming planet—and what rising seas “ In my 69 years on this planet, that is not true.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Gutfeld Fan
    United States10 months ago
  • Amy Westervelt - no

    Let’s not let Amy Westervelt speak on the podcast. She sounds like a 14-year-old - her voice is intensely annoying.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ihatenicknames99
    United States10 months ago

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United Kingdom/Science
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#81
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Why your brain hates uncertainty
Q: Could you tell us a little bit more about how mental illnesses could be reframed as disruptions in this predictive machinery?
Szalavitz describes anxiety as worry about the future and intolerance of uncertainty, with avoidance potentially reinforcing fear. She presents depression as a withdrawal response that may become unproductive when someone cannot move out of it.
Why your brain hates uncertainty
Q: What exactly do we mean when we say we're modeling the brain as a prediction engine?
The brain uses experience and some innate tendencies to form expectations about the world, then updates them when it encounters errors. This predictive process shapes perception and helps organisms manage risk.
Finding Nutrition Truth in a World of Myths [Sponsored]
Q: So you've alluded to this, but just directly name some red flags that people should look out for when they're getting nutrition advice online.
Watch for inflammatory or fear-based claims, research citations that are not provided, scientific language used without sound methods, claims that confuse correlation and causation, and conclusions about human health drawn from animal or laboratory studies without human evidence. Be cautious when a frightening claim is followed by the sale of a supposed solution.
Finding Nutrition Truth in a World of Myths [Sponsored]
Q: For people who don't know, what is a meta-analysis and why is that a useful tool for understanding nutrition advice or other science information?
A meta-analysis brings together research on a topic to assess the available evidence and summarize what it shows. It offers a broader picture than one study, whose findings should be replicated, ideally by independent labs.
Why science is on the ballot in the midterms
Q: What are some science issues that are riding on this election that you're going to be keeping an eye out for when we see those results?
Kovac says election outcomes could affect congressional hearings involving science agency officials and the pending decision on a proposal to give political appointees, rather than peer-review panels, authority over science grant decisions.

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Bite-size science show that surfaces accessible, data-driven science across a wide range of topics, from public health and biology to space, technology, and culture. Episodes balance concise updates with deep dives into how science affects daily life, policy, and society, often featuring researchers, editors, and industry experts. Notable strengths include clear explanations of complex topics, a steady stream of timely topics, and a guest roster that spans academia, journalism, and science communication. This mix makes it a good fit for listeners who want quick but credible science context, and for potential guests who bring data, curiosity, and an ability to translate science for broad audiences.

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2. Adam Kovac
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4. Maia Szalavitz
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6. Allison Parshall
7. Saul Justin Newman
8. Jessica Malaty Rivera

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