
Science Vs
Spotify Studios
Investigative journalist Wendy Zukerman scrutinizes health and science claims with primary sources and expert interviews.
Why we picked this
We picked Science Vs because it treats popular claims with healthy skepticism and rigorous reporting. Every week, the host takes a cultural belief or trending topic and runs it through the actual data, separating solid evidence from clever marketing and widespread myth. The show refuses to accept simple answers, preferring instead to track down the primary research and talk directly to the scientists doing the work. It is an efficient antidote to modern noise, offering listeners a masterclass in how to evaluate evidence without losing a sense of humor.
Recent episodes

Testosterone: Do We All Need a Boost?
Oct 22, 202639 min

Fiber Maxxing and Poo Maxxing, with Dr. Trisha Pasricha
Oct 15, 202659 min

Collagen Peptides: Should You Take Them?
Oct 8, 202635 min

How the Teenage Brain Works, with Lisa Damour
Oct 1, 202658 min

Stress: The Science of Chilling Out
Sep 24, 202640 min

Could AI Really Kill Us All?
Sep 17, 202644 min

Where Have The Insects Gone?? With Dr. Jessica Ware
Sep 10, 202645 min

Protein-Maxxing: Is It Actually Bad For Us?
Sep 3, 202631 min

Sunscreen: Could It Be Toxic??
Aug 27, 202650 min

Hank Green: What No One Tells You About the Algorithm
Aug 20, 202652 min

We Solve the 49ers Viral Conspiracy Theory
Aug 13, 20261h 1m

Weight Cycling: Is 'Yo-Yo Dieting' Dangerous?
Aug 6, 202639 min
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