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Science Counterpunch

Philipp Markolin, Sam Gregson
Covid-19
Sars-Cov-2
Gain-Of-Function Research
Virology
Bats
Misinformation
Conspiracy Theories
Disinformation
Wuhan Institute Of Virology
Huanan Seafood Market
Public Health
Social Media
Zoonoses
Science Communication
WHO Mission
Chinas COVID Response
Pattern Recognition
Anti-Asian Hate
Zoonotic Spillover
Viral Research

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

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Is a cosmic rock truly an alien spaceship that the government does not want you to know about? Misrepresentations of scientific inquiry or hypotheses often aren’t an accident, but a structural by‑product of how curiosity, media incentives, and specul... more

Anti-science isn’t a bug in the modern information ecosystem—it’s the feature. Today’s secular gurus don’t need robes or rituals; they wield academic credentials, technical jargon, and a galaxy-brained confidence that turns YouTube, Twitter, and podc... more

Modern authoritarianism doesn’t arrive with tanks. It announces itself with spreadsheets, budget cuts, accreditation fights, and the quiet capture of institutions most people barely notice—until they’re gone.

This week on Science Counterpunch, we’re... more

What happens when fringe anti-vaxxers move from fleecing online communities to the highest halls of power?

This week on Science Counterpunch, we’re joined by Dr. Dan Wilson, molecular biologist and creator of the Debunk the Funk YouTube Channel, to ... more

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Recent Guests

Dave Farina
Science educator and YouTube creator, known for his channel 'Professor Dave Explains'
Professor Dave Explains
Episode: Effective dunking on science frauds /w Dave Farina
Michael Mann
Climate scientist known for the hockey stick graph illustrating climate change impact.
Episode: Science under Siege /w Peter Hotez and Michael Mann
Peter Hotez
Vaccine scientist and co-developer of a COVID-19 vaccine, pediatrician, and author.
Episode: Science under Siege /w Peter Hotez and Michael Mann
Dr. Peter Daszak
President of EcoHealth Alliance facing scrutiny regarding COVID-19 origins
EcoHealth Alliance
Episode: Chapter 12 - Science under Siege in the Information Age
Dr. Florence Débarre
A French theoretician in evolutionary biology known for her rigorous investigation into the origins of SARS-CoV-2.
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Episode: Chapter 11 - The Marketplace of Motivated Rationalizations
Eddie Holmes
An evolutionary virologist involved in understanding the origins of viruses.
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Episode: Chapter 11 - The Marketplace of Motivated Rationalizations
Mike Worobey
A prominent researcher in evolutionary biology focusing on virus origins.
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Episode: Chapter 11 - The Marketplace of Motivated Rationalizations
Kristian Andersen
A virologist studying the origins of SARS-CoV-2 and related viruses.
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Episode: Chapter 11 - The Marketplace of Motivated Rationalizations
Michael Worobey
An evolutionary virologist and professor at the University of Arizona, known for his research on the origins of COVID-19 and HIV.
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Episode: Chapter 8 - Outbreak: Contained

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Sam Gregson
Co-host of Science Counterpunch
Philip Marklein
Co-host of Science Counterpunch

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Effective dunking on science frauds /w Dave Farina
Q: How do you deal with the pushback from individuals when you call out pseudoscience?
It's about toughening up and understanding that the more of us that engage, the more the scale tips toward the truth.
Effective dunking on science frauds /w Dave Farina
Q: What do you think is the most effective way to communicate science?
I believe it's important to be more vocal, direct, and less polite when addressing misinformation.
Science under Siege /w Peter Hotez and Michael Mann
Q: How did you guys form the Science Tag Team?
Peter and Michael connected through their experiences of being targeted by the same groups spreading disinformation.

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What is Science Counterpunch about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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