We Do Science
Dr Laurent BannockWe Do Science is the sport and exercise nutrition podcast hosted by Dr Laurent Bannock, practitioner, educator, researcher, and Founder of The Institute of Performance Nutrition. Relaunching in September 2026 for a new era, the show brings together leading researchers, elite practitioners, educators, and thinkers to explore the science, context, and real-world application of performance nutrition.... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 189 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NutritionHealth & Fitness | |||
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In this episode of We Do Science, I’m joined by Professor Lewis Gough to explore sodium bicarbonate supplementation and its role in sport and exercise performance. We discuss how it works, what the research tells us, and what matters when translating... more
Should women train and eat differently from men? In this episode of We Do Science, I’m joined by Dr Lauren Colenso-Semple to explore female physiology, resistance training and how we translate research into practical recommendations.
Drawing on her ... more
What does it take to deliver performance nutrition in the NFL? In this episode of We Do Science, I’m joined by Dr Matt Frakes of the New York Giants to explore the realities of supporting elite athletes and turning nutrition research into everyday pr... more
What happens to your muscles when you exercise in a calorie deficit? In this episode of We Do Science, I’m joined by Dr José Areta, Associate Professor in Exercise Metabolism and Nutrition at Liverpool John Moores University, to explore how muscle re... more
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- Brilliant podcast for all nutritionist who want to learn from experts across the world!
This podcast is super !relevant! to all performance and sports nutritionist who want to deepen their level of knowledge and who are open to the constantly evolving knowledge in performance nutrition. Especially the diverse expert guests from different professional backgrounds and sports allow the listeners to gain new perspectives on performance nutrition and its importance on the pro level! Please keep up the great work.
Best regards from Germany,
Niklas Denser
Apple Podcasts5Relevant Podcast
Germany3 years ago - Waffle
Host and guest both waffle on about utter trivia and provide very little useful info. Was hoping for some insights into the latest thinking on performance nutrition and some practical tips to meal prep meals for optimal performance. Host needs to ask better questions and edit heavily post interview
Apple Podcasts1yawning!!!
Australia4 years ago - I’ve learned nothing from her
I’ve learned nothing after listening to whole episode
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United Kingdom4 years ago - Awesome podcast!
Dr. Laurent, host of the We Do Science podcast, highlights all aspects of nutrition, health and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!
Apple Podcasts5EricaBushwell
United States5 years ago - Protein
This podcast is AMAZING!! Why did it take me so long to find it? Thank you! More please.
Apple Podcasts5IzzyrubygirlUnited States5 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #189 | United States/Health & Fitness/Nutrition |
Apple Podcasts | #55 | United Kingdom/Health & Fitness/Nutrition |
Apple Podcasts | #118 |  Canada/Health & Fitness/Nutrition |
Apple Podcasts | #39 |  Italy/Health & Fitness/Nutrition |
Apple Podcasts | #52 | Australia/Health & Fitness/Nutrition |
Apple Podcasts | #180 |  France/Health & Fitness/Nutrition |
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What is We Do Science about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Evidence-informed conversations connect sport and exercise nutrition research with decisions made in training and competition. Hosted by performance nutrition practitioner, educator and researcher Laurent Bannock, discussions pair detailed interviews with researchers and experienced practitioners, including dietitians, performance nutritionists and specialists working in professional sport. Topics include muscle and protein adaptation, energy availability, body composition, athlete fuelling and the practical delivery of nutrition strategies. The approach emphasizes interpreting evidence in context, questioning simple rules and translating findings into useful practice, rather than relying on headlines or one-size-fits-all prescriptions. Thi... more
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Recent guests on We Do Science include:
1. Lewis Gough
2. Lauren Colenso-Semple
3. Matt Frakes
4. José Areta
5. Nick Burd
6. Dana Lis
7. Nicki Strobel
8. Mike Gleeson
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