Science Vs
Spotify StudiosThere are a lot of fads, blogs and strong opinions, but then there’s SCIENCE. Science Vs is the show from Spotify Studios 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 ADHD, to Fluoride and Fasting Diets.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 336 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationScience | |||
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Raw milk is having a major moment, with fans claiming it’s a gut-healing superfood that can prevent everything from asthma to allergies. But others are like HOLD ON — we pasteurize milk to make it safe! Drinking raw milk can kill you. So, who’s right... more
Today we’re revisiting caffeine. It’s a drug that tons of us take every day. So, is that a bad thing?? What is it really doing to our bodies and our brains? Plus — if we get it in the form of energy drinks, is that super dangerous? We talk to Dr. Ast... more
A group of scientists meet a very unusual woman. A key part of her brain isn’t working: the amygdala. This is the part of the brain that we think is responsible for feeling fear. And in fact, this woman does seem pretty fearless. Researchers test her... more
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- Advertising AI? No, thank you!
A podcast dedicated to science communication that betters the human condition should not take advertising dollars from AI—the thing that objectively makes the human condition worse.
And, no, Wendy, you don’t get to preface your show with a “we hear you” non-apology and then advertise Amazon AI in THE VERY SAME EPISODE! Science Vs has lost all credibility with me. Unfollow.
Apple Podcasts1Compassion Curiosity Integrity
United Statesa month ago - Love it
It’s rare to find nuance in podcasts, this podcast takes a non biased approach & nit picks the science of hyped fads & possible misconceptions in popular media to day. Please do one on Collage & adaptogens
Apple Podcasts5kateintheemeraldcityUnited Statesa month ago - Unprincipled AI support
Lost me when you started accepting advertising revenue from AI companies and running episodes talking about how you use AI to figure out trivial things like which wine to buy. Aside from the obvious ethical issues, if you’re using AI to research your show topics, the likelihood of hallucinated or misrepresented sources should alarm everyone.
Apple Podcasts1gcjiufhoUnited Statesa month ago - Listened for years
Best podcast, went into great detail before answering the questions! Tried the lucid dreaming method and it worked!
Apple Podcasts5UrmeenUnited Statesa month ago - The Ibogaine Episode is Irresponsible
I have enjoyed this podcast over the years but I have been extremely disappointed by several recent episodes. The episode on ibogaine is completely irresponsible and not well researched at all. There is zero mention of any of the standard-of-care FDA approved treatments for opioid use disorder that have long track records of safety and effectiveness, including a mortality benefit. This episode essentially promotes a high-risk, expensive and experimental treatment that does not have any data up t... more
Apple Podcasts1DoctorhannahUnited Statesa month ago
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Spotify | #15 | United States/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #1 | United States/Science |
Spotify | #88 | United States/Trending |
Apple Podcasts | #14 | United States/Science |
Spotify | #14 |  Canada/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #4 |  United Kingdom/Science |
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What is Science Vs about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This program consistently tackles controversial topics with a rigorous science-backed approach, steering through health myths, technology trends, environmental issues, and lifestyle fads. Recent episodes highlight nuanced debates—ranging from disease transmission and cancer risks to the science of boredom, vaping, and the ethics of social media design—while featuring input from clinicians, epidemiologists, space scientists, and behavioral researchers. The show stands out for its clear explanations, critical scrutiny of studies, and willingness to present uncertainty where evidence is evolving, making it a strong resource for listeners who want evidence-based analysis without oversimplified conclusions.
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How many episodes of Science Vs are there?
Science Vs launched 11 years ago and published 336 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Science Vs include:
1. Astrid Nehlig
2. Gregory Marcus
3. Sachin Shah
4. Joel Werner
5. Hassy Cohen
6. Keith Baar
7. Dhruv Khullar
8. Cory Mayfield
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