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Episode 89: Debunking Vaccine Myths: Making Choices with Evidence and Compassion with Dr. Elisabeth Marnik

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Episode 89: Debunking Vaccine Myths: Making Choices with Evidence and Compassion with Dr. Elisabeth Marnik

In this episode, Rachael sits down with scientist, mom, and writer Dr. Liz Marnik to talk about one of the most emotionally charged topics in modern parenting: vaccines. Together, they explore how fear, misinformation, and anxiety shape parental decision-making—and why accessible, compassionate science communication matters more than ever.


Inside this episode:

  • Dr. Marnik’s personal  journey from vaccine hesitancy to scientific advocacy
  • How anxiety and fear influence parents’ vaccine decision-making
  • What’s really in vaccines—and why it’s safe
  • Debunking myths: autism, immune overload, and the "too many too soon" idea
  • Why measles is more dangerous than most people realize
  • Understanding herd immunity and who it protects
  • Why misinformation spreads faster than facts—and how to pause before sharing
  • How to talk to vaccine-hesitant loved ones with curiosity, not judgment
  • & so much more!


    • Mentioned in this episode:

    • Liz on Instagram: @ScienceWhizLiz & @ThoseNerdyGirls
    • Substack: https://fromthescienceclass.substack.com/ 
    • Vaccine schedule differences
    • Too many vaccines 

      • More on Liz here:

      • The reason my mom didn't vaccinate
      • Science Saved Me
      • Lessons From a Vaccinated Daughter of a Vaccine Hesitant Mother


        • Autism and vaccines 

        • Substack: Comprehensive Review of MMR
        • Resources & Info
        • Substack: Vaccines are not associated with autism


          • Measles

          • Substack: Measles is NEVER EVER beneficial
          • Instagram
          • FAQs
          • How can I protect myself from measles?


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