Science Vs

Science Vs episodes:

• 10.22.2015

  Science Vs The Next Chapter

  Science Vs is moving to a new home in New York City. New episodes be available on a different iTunes feed! If you get lost head to Wendy's twitter @wendyzuk or the Science Vs' Facebook page: facebook.com/sciencevspodcast. We hope to...

  
• 08.04.2015

  Neil deGrasse Tyson (Extended Interview)

  Dr Neil deGrasse Tyson is the director of the Hayden Planetarium at the American Museum of Natural History. But, most know him as the host of the documentary series Cosmos and podcast StarTalk. Neil gained infamy as the killer...

  
• 07.28.2015

  Science

  Science is supposed to be an unbiased way to uncover nature’s secrets. Through blinded experiments, rigorous peer review and replication – we’ve been told that by using the scientific method we’ll find trustworthy facts. But, with many scientific findings largely...

  
• 07.21.2015

  Happiness

  We are often told that we can be happy, if we try hard enough. By shifting our mindset, changing our lifestyles, or even writing a gratitude journal – happiness is waiting for all of us! But, what does science say?...

  
• 07.14.2015

  The Gay Gene

  Are some of us born gay? People have argued that sexuality is determined before birth, while others believe the environment has a role to play here. So, what does the science say? To find out Wendy Zukerman spoke to Prof....

  
• 07.07.2015

  E Cigarettes

  Electronic Cigarettes have been hailed by some as a breakthrough in the battle to help people quit smoking, while others say these devices are creating a new generation of nicotine addicts. So, what does the science say? To find out...

  
• 06.30.2015

  Pornography

  Pornography has been blamed for destroying our minds and our sex lives. Some even say porn is addictive. But, what does the science say? To find out Wendy Zukerman speaks to Dr. Russell Pratt, Dr Simone Kühn, Prof. Brian McNair...

  
• 06.23.2015

  Medical Marijuana

  Medical marijuana has been called a miracle drug - rumoured to cure an array of ailments, from cramps to cancer. But, what does the science say? To find out Wendy Zukerman speaks to Prof. Laurie Mather, Prof. David Penington, Prof....

  
• 06.22.2015

  Dr Neil deGrasse Tyson

  Dr Neil deGrasse Tyson is the director of the Hayden Planetarium at the American Museum of Natural History. But, most know him as the host of the documentary series Cosmos and podcast StarTalk. Neil gained infamy as the killer of...

  
• 06.21.2015

  Happiness

  We are often told that we can be happy, if we try hard enough. By shifting our mindset, changing our lifestyles, or even writing a gratitude journal – happiness is waiting for all of us! But, what does science say?

  
• 06.21.2015

  Science

  Science is supposed to be an unbiased way to uncover nature’s secrets. Through blinded experiments, rigorous peer review and replication—we’ve been told that by using the scientific method we’ll find trustworthy facts. But, with many scientific findings largely regarded as...

  
• 06.20.2015

  The gay gene

  Are some of us born gay? People have argued that sexuality is determined before birth, while others believe the environment has a role to play here. So, what does the science say?

  
• 06.19.2015

  E-cigarettes

  Electronic Cigarettes have been hailed by some as a breakthrough in the battle to help people quit smoking, while others say these devices are creating a new generation of nicotine addicts. So, what does the science say?

  
• 06.18.2015

  Pornography

  Pornography has been blamed for destroying our minds and our sex lives. Some even say porn is addictive. But, what does the science say?

  
• 06.17.2015

  Medical marijuana

  Medical marijuana has been called a miracle drug — rumoured to cure an array of ailments, from cramps to cancer. But, what does the science say?

  
• 06.16.2015

  Sugar free diet

  Sugar is no longer the sweet stuff you put in cakes. These days, some claim it's deadly, toxic and as addictive as hard drugs. But, is sugar really that bad for your health?

  
• 06.15.2015

  The female brain

  We've been told that in the battle of the sexes there are important differences between the brains of women and men. But, are our brains really that different?

  
• 06.10.2015

  The Female Brain

  We've been told that in the battle of the sexes there are important differences between the brains of women and men. But, are our brains really that different? To find out, Wendy Zukerman speaks to three neuroscientists - Prof. Ian...