
Nullius in Verba is a podcast about science—what it is and what it could be. It is hosted by Smriti Mehta from UC Berkeley and Daniël Lakens from Eindhoven University of Technology. Our logo is an homage to the title page of Novum Organum, which depicts a galleon passing between the mythical Pillars of Hercules on either side of the Strait of Gibraltar. The title of the podcast comes from the mott... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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In this episode, we continue our discussion of disagreement in science, shifting the conversation from why it matters to how to do it well.
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• Paul Graham. (2008). How to disagree.
• Rapoport's Rules.
• Cass Sunstien. The Rapoport Rule... more
This is a two-part episode on the role of disagreement in science. In the first part, we discuss the "why," before moving on to the "how" in the next episode. Enjoy.
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• Dellsén, F., & Baghramian, M. (2021). Disagreement in science: Introdu... more
In this episode, we discuss the problem of miscitation. How often are citations to the scientific literature outright misleading? Do we really need to spell out that people are supposed to read what they cite? What can we learn from other fields? Or... more
In this two-part episode, we discuss incentives in science and academia. We discuss the various incentives in science, including recognition, citations, money, and the kick in the discovery.
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• Cole, S., & Cole, J. R. (1967). Scientific ou... more
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As a lay person who has been personally victimized by bad research, I find these frank discussions on the flaws in the process and how to improve it to be a breath of fresh air.
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A thoughtful show that centers science, its methods, and how knowledge is produced and shared. Episodes frequently explore topics like disagreement in science, replication, research incentives, citation practices, and the ethics of data analysis, often through historical and philosophical lenses. The hosts favor clear frameworks, constructive critique, and practical takeaways for researchers, educators, and students who want to improve scientific practice. Noteworthy is the consistent blend of philosophy, empirical critique, and real-world examples, which makes the show relevant for both scholars and informed lay listeners curious about how science works and how it can be improved.
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