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Unbiased Science

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Public Health
Vaccines
Covid-19
Cancer
Mental Health
Misinformation
Alzheimer's Disease
Measles
Nutrition
Fluoride
Vaccine Hesitancy
ADHD
Pseudoscience
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Vaccination
Cholesterol
Women's Health
Seed Oils
Epidemiology
Menopause

Is that viral health claim true? Public health scientist Dr. Jess Steier and expert guests answer the questions people are asking, walk through the evidence, and leave you with talking points for your next conversation.

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Latest Episodes

Is cancer actually on the rise?

Why are we hearing so much about cancer in young people?

Are new treatments making a difference?

Will we ever have a cure?

We tackle ALL those questions on this week's episode of the pod.

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What diseases are spreading right now? Are we even tracking diseases anymore? Should I be worried about measles? Should I bother getting my flu and COVID vaccines? We dive in and answer ALL those questions on this week's episode of the pod.

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How safe is our food supply??

Dr. Jess Steier kicks off a new season of Unbiased Science with a fresh format! Each episode tackles one concern or question that's gone viral online. It can be hard to know what to trust, so each episode this season ta... more

Hello Unbiased Scientists! New season drops NEXT WEEK and we are so excited! Thank you for hanging in there with us over the summer break!

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Recent Guests

Dr. Mike Osterholm
Epidemiologist; Regents Professor and Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota; leading authority on infectious disease preparedness
University of Minnesota; SIDREP; Vaccine Integrity Project
Episode: Is the U.S. Food Supply Safe?
Dr. Carrie McMahon
Former FDA regulatory scientist
FDA
Episode: Is the U.S. Food Supply Safe?
Dr. Joe Zagorski
Immunotoxicologist specializing in food ingredient safety
Episode: Is the U.S. Food Supply Safe?
Ashley Alker
Emergency medicine physician and adjunct professor, specializes in using media for public health messaging
George Washington Medical School, USA
Episode: Summer Rerun: 99 Ways to (Not) Die: An ER Doc's Guide to Stayin' Alive
Seth Berkley
Infectious disease epidemiologist, vaccine advocate
GAVI, COVAX
Episode: Summer Rerun: Doses of Reality: A Matter of National Health Security
Ben Rine
Award-winning neuroscientist, adjunct lecturer at Stanford University, clinical assistant professor at SUNY Buffalo, Chief Science Officer of the Mind Science Foundation, science educator
Mind Science Foundation; Stanford University; SUNY Buffalo
Episode: Summer Rerun: Autism Insights And The Neuroscience Of Social Interactions
Dr. Jerome Adams
Former US Surgeon General
Purdue University (Presidential Fellow & Executive Director, Center for Community Health Enhancement and Learning)
Episode: Summer Rerun: This Episode Comes With A Surgeon General's Warning
Abby Sharp
World-renowned registered dietitian, content creator, author, host of Bite Back
Abby's Kitchen; New Theory; Bite Back
Episode: Summer Rerun- Protein, Creatine and "Skinny Teens?": Nutrition Science on Steroids
Dr. Jemana Musmar
Global policy expert and CEO of Advisors of Global Health; co-founder and CEO of the Anti-Microbial Strategic Coalition
Advisors of Global Health; Anti-Microbial Strategic Coalition
Episode: Summer Rerun- Superbugs: The Piece de Microbial Resistance

Hosts

Jessica Steier
Public-health expert and host focused on evidence-based health topics.
Sarah Scheinman
Neurobiologist and co-host providing biomedical and neuroscience perspectives.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Sound effects are a pain point

    Love the show, not the overlaying of sound effects while someone is speaking. Very hard to understand what they’re saying.

    Apple Podcasts
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    runner_00
    United States17 days ago
  • A review of the reviews of UBS

    The flimsy arguments against this podcast only serve to highlight the misinformed narratives that inform the identities and egos of ignorant and credulous gullibles who are anything but the critical thinkers they esteem themselves to be. I see arguments from popularity, personal incredulity and authority that all demonstrate the pretentious arrogance of credulous gullibles who are confident that they know that which they demonstrably do not.

    I appreciate the playful whimsy and vulnerable trans... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JackCarter1
    United States2 months ago
  • Was hopeful…

    I ran to this podcast after finding them on IG. For years I’ve been scared of pesticides/heavy metals and other toxins in our food supply. I wanted to hear an unbiased report about it all. I’m starting to wonder if they’re owned by Bayer (Monsanto) bc they have a couple of episodes about organic vs. conventionally grown produce and they never mention the word glyphosate even once! I can’t fathom how you could discuss the pros/cons of organic foods without talking about glyphosate. Lost all credi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Skallawagg
    United States3 months ago
  • Not Unbiased

    And not rigorous or analytical in their approach.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Cateliper1
    United States3 months ago
  • Food allergies cackling

    Whether food sensitivities are real or not, if individuals feel sensitivities, the goal should be to figure out why.

    The cackling and dismissiveness of this episode from scientists is cringe-worthy. You care about evidenced-based medicine but the episode is quite dismissive. When a patient’s response lines up with your POV, it’s valid but if it doesn’t, then they’re just wrong in thinking. (e.g., your Italy comment with wheat, yet your guest says herself that wheat is top 10 allergens in the U.... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BoyMamaTwo
    United States4 months ago

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Praise for handling misinformation and practical health guidance, with calls for more challenging questions from guests.
Listeners value rigorous, evidence-based discussions and clear translations of research.

Chart Rankings

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#212
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#222
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#157
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Is the U.S. Food Supply Safe?
Q: What practical steps can consumers take to reduce risk at home?
Avoid re-washing produce once it's taken out of the package, minimize handling after opening, and rely on established safety practices like cooking or proper storage where appropriate; acknowledge that some pathogens can reside inside leaves and washing cannot completely eliminate them.
Is the U.S. Food Supply Safe?
Q: What explains why leafy greens outbreaks sometimes appear widespread yet individual risk remains low?
Outbreaks often involve a large food category consumed by many people; even with thousands of cases, the per-serving risk is small given the enormous volume of consumption, and multiple overlapping outbreaks can occur across different farms and times.
Summer Rerun: Peptides: Know What Amino? (with Dr. Leigh Baxt)
Q: What distinguishes FDA-approved peptide drugs from the 'wellness peptides' frequently marketed with little human data?
FDA-approved peptide drugs have gone through extensive, multi-phase testing, pharmacokinetic analyses, and regulatory review to establish safety and efficacy. Wellness peptides marketed without robust human data often rely on animal or cell studies, lack standardized manufacturing, and may be contaminated; this gap is why clinicians emphasize data and regulatory oversight before considering use.
Summer Rerun: Peptides: Know What Amino? (with Dr. Leigh Baxt)
Q: Leigh, can you explain what a peptide is and why the term is sometimes misunderstood in the wellness space?
A peptide is a short chain of amino acids and a descriptor rather than a single, specific entity. Many peptides in the body are larger proteins or fragments, and there are FDA-approved peptide drugs already in use, so the term itself isn't new—what matters is the regulatory status, evidence base, and drug-like properties that justify clinical use.
Summer Rerun: This Episode Comes With A Surgeon General's Warning
Q: Where should the public turn for trusted vaccine information amid conflicting guidance?
Turn to frontline sources like their pediatrician or local clinicians first; the CDC can be a credible source but trust is waning, so also consult state health departments and local immunization programs; push for transparency and compassion.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Unbiased Science

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

Scientific health-focused discussions with hosts who critically evaluate evidence on everyday health topics. Episodes often feature clinicians, researchers, and policy experts who unpack study results, clarify uncertainty, and translate complex science for practical decisions in nutrition, vaccines, sleep, mental health, and public health preparedness. Notable is a strong emphasis on distinguishing correlation from causation, addressing misinformation, and highlighting real-world implications for families and professionals. The format tends to be evidence-based, accessible, and skeptical of sensational claims, making it a potential fit for listeners who want rigorous science presented in an engaging, patient-centered way.

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2. Dr. Carrie McMahon
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5. Seth Berkley
6. Ben Rine
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