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When Science Finds a Way

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Mental Health
Covid-19
Public Health
Medical Imaging
Youth Depression Support
Autism In Healthcare
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Artificial Intelligence
Cultural Burning
Exercise
Vaccination
Maternal Health
Vibrio Cholera
Genomics
Health Equity
Paris Agreement
Youth Mental Health
Vaccine Manufacturing

Science is always adding to our knowledge of health, but how do ideas become breakthroughs, and how can those breakthroughs bring about a better world? Could mosquitos help prevent disease? Will AI tools transform mental healthcare? How is a once-ignored drug now being used to save lives? And what can science do to keep us healthy as we age? Join botanist-turned-Hollywood actor Alisha Wainwright a... more

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It might sound like something out of TV shows like The Last of Us, but brain-invading fungi are a real-world problem.

Alisha Wainwright speaks to Drs. Rachael Dangarembizi and Rebecca Drummond, an immunologist and a neuroscientist collaborating acr... more

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AI chatbots and apps are increasingly being used for mental health support. But could these new tools carry hidden risks?

In the second part of this special episode, Alisha Wainwright unpicks her own experiments with AI therapy, takes tips from Dr ... more

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Launching season 4 with a special two-part episode, Alisha Wainwright explores the potential revolution AI is sparking in mental healthcare, and how our phones could play a part.

Digital psychiatry specialist Dr John Torous explains how AI trained... more

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Science is always adding to our knowledge of human health, but how do ideas become breakthroughs, and how can those breakthroughs bring about a better world?

Join botanist-turned-Hollywood actor Alisha Wainwright for another season, as she meets t... more

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Recent Guests

John Torous
Director of Digital Psychiatry at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Centre
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Episode: AI and mental health: could AI transform access to care?
Andrea Cipriani
Clinical psychiatrist and researcher at Oxford University
University of Oxford
Episode: AI and mental health: could AI transform access to care?
Jana Alagarajah
Public health doctor, academic and policy advisor based in Rwanda
Public Health, Policy
Episode: AI and mental health: could AI transform access to care?
Dr. Delese Mimi Darko
CEO of the Ghana Food and Drugs Authority
World Health Organization's African Vaccine Regulatory Forum
Episode: Vaccine equity: searching for a cure
Dr. Morena Mekwana
CEO of Biovac, a vaccine manufacturer in South Africa
Biovac
Episode: Vaccine equity: searching for a cure
Karla Toko
Country Director for Village Reach in the DRC
Village Reach
Episode: Vaccine equity: searching for a cure
Pete Scarborough
Professor of Population Health at the University of Oxford, leading research on sustainable healthy food.
University of Oxford
Episode: Food for thought: eating our way to a sustainable future
Shakuntala Tilstead
Director of Nutrition, Health and Food Security at CGIAR, focuses on aquatic food systems and food security.
CGIAR
Episode: Food for thought: eating our way to a sustainable future
Professor Vikram Patel
Professor of Global Health at Harvard Medical School and co-founder of Sangath, an Indian NGO focused on improving mental health care in the country.
Harvard Medical School / Sangath
Episode: Problem solving therapy: the answer to youth depression?

Host

Alisha Wainwright
Host of the show, focusing on science communication and health innovation.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 147 ratings
  • Gender Nonsense, cannot be trusted

    Sadly they’re so wrapped up in their obsession with imagined gender identities that they ignore women, yet again females are not valid enough for these researchers to focus on.

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    tmwamm
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Very informative!

    Fascinating podcast that makes scientific research more approachable and accessible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ScarlettSH
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • A fantastic listen!

    Recommend for anyone looking for a hopeful view of the future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whitby L. Hatchery
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • This Is My Favorite Podcast!!

    This podcast is phenomenal. Alisha is a capable and captivating host. She is always asking such timely questions and prober deeper into things. Her guests are the most fascinating people doing remarkable things in their respective fields. I would definitely recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GuiltyPhoenix42
    United Statesa year ago
  • Science finds a way

    An incredible podcast that combines captivating scientific exploration with relatable storytelling. Hosted by botanist-turned-Hollywood actor Alisha Wainwright, this show takes you on a fascinating journey through groundbreaking scientific research. With genuine curiosity and passion, Alisha dives deep into the stories of trailblazing scientists, covering diverse topics from antibiotic resistance to the health impacts of a warming planet. The interviews are skillfully conducted, providing inform... more

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    Another beautiful bike lane
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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The host and guests are consistently engaging and credible, delivering thoughtful health insights.
The show is praised for variety across topics and real-world health impact, though one review notes perceived bias on gender topics.
Listeners appreciate accessible science storytelling that makes complex research approachable.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#110
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#163
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#37
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

AI and mental health: could AI transform access to care?
Q: What is Petrushka and what did the trial show?
Petrushka is a web-based tool that helps patients rank side effects and combines this with clinical data to personalize treatment; the UK-Brazil-Canada trial showed a 40% reduction in discontinuation after eight weeks compared with UsualCare.
AI and mental health: could AI transform access to care?
Q: How will AI most impact mental health care in the near term?
AI is expected to enhance diagnostics and personalize treatment by integrating multimodal data, while preserving the clinician's role and focusing on shared decision-making.
Problem solving therapy: the answer to youth depression?
Q: What were the headline results of the study?
A significant number of adolescents showed improvements after receiving problem-solving therapy, with lasting effects noted even a year later.
Problem solving therapy: the answer to youth depression?
Q: Vikram, why is India such an important location for looking at adolescent mental health?
Because India is the most populous country in the world and home to the largest number of young people, which means the health of this demographic is crucial.
Food for thought: eating our way to a sustainable future
Q: So how can we make sure that the food we eat is not only healthy but also sustainable?
It's important to find policies that the public, policymakers, and the food industry can support and implement effectively.

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This show combines rigorous health and science topics with accessible storytelling, featuring interviews with researchers, clinicians, and public health leaders. Episodes frequently explore vaccine manufacturing, sustainable diets, mental health interventions, cutting-edge imaging, climate-related health challenges, and how technology can transform patient care. A notable strength is bringing together global experts and real-world applications—ranging from Africa's vaccine access efforts to avant-garde imaging like HIPCT and avatar therapy—into conversations that translate science into practical health insights. Listeners can expect thoughtful, interdisciplinary discussions that connect policy, technology, and community impact, with a consi... more

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2. Andrea Cipriani
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