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The Dr. Joe Show

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

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

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The Dr. Joe Show: The story of Typhoid Mary & new research in exosomes with Dr. Angelina Guzzo

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

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

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

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Jess Steyer
Doctor of Public Health, runs Unbiased Science
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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, McGill Office for Science and Society
McGill Office for Science and Society
Episode: Dr. Joe Schwarcz on being inducted onto the CJAD 800 Wall of Fame
Drew Weissman
Co-developer of the COVID-19 vaccine and speaker at the annual Lorne Charquet Public Science Symposium
Episode: The Dr. Joe Show: Some interesting chicken science
Jessica Steir
Public health scientist and founder of Unbiased Science
Unbiased Science
Episode: The Dr. Joe Show: Talking misinformation with Dr. Jessica Steier
Natalie Tufengji
Professor of Chemical Engineering at McGill and Canada Research Chair.
McGill University
Episode: The Dr Joe Show: Nanoplastics
Mark Schatzker
Writer-in-residence at the Modern Diet and Physiology Research Center
McGill University
Episode: The Dr Joe Show: The Dorito Effect with Mark Schatzker
Jonathan Jarry
Science communicator and writer for the McGill Office for Science and Society
McGill Office for Science and Society
Episode: The Dr. Joe Show: The vaccine situation in the U.S. with McGill Science Communicator Jonathan Jarry

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Dr. Joe Schwarcz
Host of the show with a long-running role in science communication and education, frequently presenting accessible chemistry and public science topics.

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The Dr. Joe Show: Memories of the great Hungarian soccer team of the 1950s & contaminants in toilet paper
Q: What part of the human brain is linked to Poseidon, the god of the sea in Greek mythology?
The hippocampus is the brain region associated with memory and is named for its sea-horse shape, historically linked to Poseidon through its anatomical discovery and naming.
The Dr. Joe Show: Memories of the great Hungarian soccer team of the 1950s & contaminants in toilet paper
Q: What is the link between the FIFA World Cup Trophy and Tsar Nicholas I?
The link lies in the trophy's green malachite inlay, the Malachite Room at the Hermitage, and the historical association with the Winter Palace, which connects to Tsar Nicholas I through the room's reconstruction and decorative scheme.
The Dr. Joe Show: Rebirth of the Zeppelin
Q: What did Alicia Otis command an assistant to do when the platform was hoisted and the crowd gasped?
He instructed the assistant to cut the rope, triggering the safety break mechanism.
The Dr. Joe Show: Rebirth of the Zeppelin
Q: What is the element that derives its name from the Greek word for stench?
Bromine, named after bromos, meaning stench or bad smell.
Dr. Joe Schwarcz on being inducted onto the CJAD 800 Wall of Fame
Q: So, what does this mean to you?
It signifies a long-standing relationship with listeners, the opportunity to demystify science for a broad audience, and the responsibility that comes with being a trusted source of scientific information.

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The show consistently explores everyday science through accessible explanations, debunking myths and translating complex topics into practical takeaways. Episodes span chemistry, public health, food science, physics, and environmental issues, often mixing history, trivia, and listener Q&A to illustrate how scientific principles touch daily life. Notable strengths include a charismatic host who weaves in personal anecdotes and contemporary debates (from vaccines and public health messaging to food additives and consumer myths), creating approachable science storytelling with broad appeal for curious, education-minded listeners. The format tends to prioritize clear explanations, demonstrable examples, and credible sources, making it a solid f... more

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2. Dr. Roger Gauche
3. Dr. Joe Schwarcz
4. Drew Weissman
5. Jessica Steir
6. Natalie Tufengji
7. Mark Schatzker
8. Jonathan Jarry

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