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The Dr. Joe Show

CJAD 800
Vaccination
Microplastics
Harry Houdini
Covid-19 Vaccine
Probiotics
Nutrition
Chocolate
Coca-Cola
Robert Kennedy Jr.
Gut Health
Misinformation
Drew Weissman
Ethanol
Ultra-Processed Foods
Heart Disease
Acetaminophen
Autism
Smallpox
George Washington
Yellow Fever

Debunking myths and answering questions about the science of everyday life. That's what Dr. Joe Schwarcz has been doing for 30+ years.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes411Founded2 years ago
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The Dr. Joe Show can be heard every Sunday on CJAD 800 at 3pm

The Dr. Joe Show can be heard every Sunday on CJAD 800 at 3pm

The Dr. Joe Show can be heard every Sunday on CJAD 800 at 3pm

The Dr. Joe Show: Alternative facts and fake news

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Eric McCullough
McGill chemistry professor who researches batteries
McGill University
Episode: The Dr. Joe Show: The Pros and Cons of Lithium Batteries
Robin Pogrebin
Reporter and columnist for The New York Times.
The New York Times
Episode: The Dr. Joe Show: Houdini, Sourdough, and Jacques Plante
Chang Hong Kao
Engineering professor at McGill University, Ig Nobel Prize in Technology recipient
McGill University
Episode: The Dr. Joe Show: Smoke: the oldest food preservative
Kevin Hall
Nutrition and metabolism scientist
University/NIH-related research
Episode: The Dr. Joe Show: "Barbie Peptide" and "Petri Dish Babies"
Ashley Gerhardt
Professor of Psychology
University of Michigan
Episode: The Dr. Joe Show: "Barbie Peptide" and "Petri Dish Babies"
Angelina Guzzo
Anesthetist, Professor of Medicine at McGill
McGill University
Episode: The Dr. Joe Show: The story of Typhoid Mary & new research in exosomes with Dr. Angelina Guzzo
Jess Steyer
Doctor of Public Health, runs Unbiased Science
Unbiased Science
Episode: The Dr. Joe Show: Dr. Jessica Speir – Discussions about public health
Dr. Roger Gauche
Palliative care physician with a background in theology and a coffee hobbyist
Mount Sinai Hospital
Episode: The Dr. Joe Show: All about coffee
Dr. Joe Schwarcz
Science communicator and chemist
McGill University (Office for Science and Society)
Episode: The Right Chemistry: The dangers of TikTok challenges

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Dr. Joe Schwarcz
Host of The Dr. Joe Show and McGill University (Office for Science and Society)-affiliated science communicator.

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The Dr. Joe Show: The Pros and Cons of Lithium Batteries
Q: What are the possible next steps? What do we look forward to with new generations of these batteries?
McCullough says researchers are working on solid-state batteries to replace the flammable liquid electrolyte, and sodium-ion batteries that use a more abundant material and may suit large-scale renewable energy storage. Both technologies still face cost or performance challenges.
The Dr. Joe Show: The Pros and Cons of Lithium Batteries
Q: What is a lithium battery and how does it work in relatively simple terms?
A lithium-ion battery stores energy when lithium moves from one electrode through a liquid electrolyte into a graphite electrode. When the battery is used, lithium moves back and releases energy.
The Dr. Joe Show: The Centennial of Houdini's Death
Q: Who was Jenny?
Jenny was a 10,000-pound elephant that Houdini vanished at the New York Hippodrome.
The Dr. Joe Show: The Centennial of Houdini's Death
Q: What was the exact spelling of the name on Houdini's birth certificate?
The name was Erik Weisz, the Hungarian spelling given on Houdini's Budapest birth certificate.
The Dr. Joe Show: Houdini, Sourdough, and Jacques Plante
Q: So, Robin, what was the evidence for that one, that the death was actually on October 30th?
Pogrebin says Gillespie found that Houdini had a second operation on October 30 and died that afternoon. The second surgery was absent from the death certificate, and Gillespie argues that avoiding scrutiny over possible malpractice could explain the omission.

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This show presents science as storytelling—explaining everyday phenomena through chemistry, biology, and health topics with a clear, accessible voice. Episodes frequently debunk myths, unpack controversial claims, and connect historical anecdotes to modern science, covering topics from pesticides, nutrition, and vaccines to the chemistry behind common foods and materials. The host's style leans into curiosity, practical takeaways, and critical thinking, often featuring public health angles, regulatory discussions, and media literacy. A notable strength is the ability to translate complex science into memorable, real-world implications, making it useful for listeners who want to understand how science affects daily life and policy without re... more

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