
Welcome to Science Counterpunch, a short, punchy brand for a YouTube‑first podcast that combines hard evidence, frontline scientist testimony, and rapid rebuttal clips to expose anti‑science influencers and actors while centering science and experts who’ve been targeted. www.protagonist-science.com
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 18 | Founded | 2 months ago |
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You can’t fact-check your way out of a system designed to amplify lies.
This week on Science Counterpunch, we’re joined by cognitive psychologist Stephan Lewandowsky to dissect the machinery of modern disinformation. We explore why falsehoods leave ... more
Protest isn’t radical. Silence is.
This week on Science Counterpunch, we’re joined by Colette Delawalla, clinical psychology PhD candidate and founder of Stand Up for Science, for a furious, clear-eyed breakdown of how American science is being dism... more
This week on Science Counterpunch, we step into the ring with one of the most uncompromising voices in online science communication: Dave Farina, better known as the creator of Professor Dave Explains.
Dave joins Sam Gregson and Philipp Markolin for... more
What do vaccines and climate science have in common? The same political actors, media ecosystems, and financial interests have worked to discredit both.
In this inaugural episode of Science Counterpunch, Dr. Peter Hotez and Dr. Michael Mann go head-... more
Note: This is a freely accessible serialized version of Lab Leak Fever. Audio voiceover was AI generated for accessibility. Find an overview of all chapters here or consult the book website for further information.
“Murderer! Murderer! Smug murderer... more
Note: This is a freely accessible serialized version of Lab Leak Fever. Audio voiceover was AI generated for accessibility. Find an overview of all chapters here or consult the book website for further information.
On March 4, 2023, while doing unre... more
Note: This is a freely accessible serialized version of Lab Leak Fever. Audio voiceover was AI generated for accessibility. Find an overview of all chapters here or consult the book website for further information.
“I was always the ‘zoonati’ they c... more
Note: This is a freely accessible serialized version of Lab Leak Fever. Audio voiceover was AI generated for accessibility. Find an overview of all chapters here or consult the book website for further information.
“Disgusting,” he said, ripping me ... more
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Focusing on the intersection of science and disinformation, a series of episodes hosts discussions with various experts, emphasizing current issues such as climate change, pandemics, and the political influence that clouds scientific understanding. Notable topics include the ongoing battle against misinformation in the age of social media, the challenges faced by scientists under scrutiny, and the complexities surrounding the origins and narratives of COVID-19. The series also highlights personal stories from scientists who endured backlash for their research, ultimately making a case for the importance of evidence-based discussions in preserving public trust in science. This podcast is appealing to listeners interested in understanding the... more
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Recent guests on Science Counterpunch include:
1. Dave Farina
2. Michael Mann
3. Peter Hotez
4. Dr. Peter Daszak
5. Dr. Florence Débarre
6. Eddie Holmes
7. Mike Worobey
8. Kristian Andersen
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