Proper Science

Proper Science

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Proper Science episodes

  • 11 - Vaccines Are Your Friends I
    Vaccines. Many people love them but some people hate them. Before we get into that debate though, first things first. Let's have a look at what vaccines are and how they work.
    7 min
  • 10 - Starbucks vs. Maths
    Tis the season to get that Starbucks planner! But have you really considered if it's worth it? In this episode, a little mathematics will tell you the answer.
    Merry Christmas and keep chasing the real science!
    4 min
  • 9 - GMOs. Good or Malevolent Organisms?

    There is still a lot of fear-mongering around genetically modified organisms or GMOs. But here, we present the truth behind them. The good side of them. And why they can actually be your friends too. 

    Further reading: 

    1. Plant breeding: https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/guides/zgq96yc/revision/9 

    2. Bt corn and Bt toxins: http://www.bt.ucsd.edu/how_bt_work.html 

    3. Sub1A and Submergence-tolerant rice: https://www.nature.com/articles/nature04920

    12 min
  • 8 - Don't Panic, It's Organic?

    A lot of health buffs are saying that organic food is the way to go. Never mind the rest; stop buying the typical supermarket stock. Organic will save us all. But will it, really? Find out the truth about "organic" and misconceptions about this idea. You'll never look at "organic" food the same way again. 

    Further reading: 

    1. Amanita phalloides (Death Cap) poisoning: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26375431 

    2. Botulinum toxin: http://medind.nic.in/jaw/t09/i2/jawt09i2p10.pdf 

    3. Ricin: https://emergency.cdc.gov/agent/ricin/facts.asp

    11 min
  • 7 - "It's Just a Theory"
    Or is it? People like climate change deniers dismiss principles like global warming as "just theories", and that's their basis for claiming such things are not true.
    However, science begs to disagree. It's all a misunderstanding. Really, it is. Today's episode tells you why, as well as how to understand a scientific theory the right way.
    It is never "just a theory". It's more than that.
    Sources for further reading:
    1. About scientific theories: https://undsci.berkeley.edu/article/howscienceworks_19
    2. Different evidences for climate change: https://climate.nasa.gov/evidence/
    12 min
  • 6 - What Does Alkaline Water Do To You?
    Alkaline water is another health craze sweeping the globe. It may even be in your community; just look at your local water refiller. They might be selling you alkaline water. It's more expensive thanks to its list of health claims that seem too good to be true.
    In this episode, we will debunk the not-so dark secret behind alkaline water. Hint: your body does its job well enough, and alkaline water isn't much help.
    Additional reading: Check out the article linked below for more information on why alkaline water is likely just a waste of money. The article includes an interview with two real doctors: David Seres of Columbia University Medical Center and Marc Hellerstein of University of California, Berkeley.
    http://bit.ly/AlkWaterVice
    6 min
  • 5 - Should You Eat Fruits First Before the Main Course?
    It has been said that fruits should be eaten first before other food in a meal. This, they say, is to maximise the nutrients absorbed by the body. But this isn't quite the truth. Eating fruit first during meals serves a very different purpose.
    BGM: Rocket by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
    Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
    http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
    5 min
  • 4 - Are Plastics The Big Problem?
    Welcome to the Proper Science Podcast, where we debunk science myths with science facts!
    People love to hate plastics. Truly, it does contribute a lot to our growing rubbish problem. However, is plastic in itself really the culprit? Find out in today's episode of Proper Science.
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    BGM: Ultra Deep Field (Stellardrone)
    https://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/
    8 min
  • 3 - Are No-Carb Diets Any Good?
    Welcome to the Proper Science Podcast, where we debunk science myths with science facts!
    Some people say that a "good" way of losing weight is through abstaining from all carbohydrates. Is that really a sound way of losing weight? Time to find out.
    5 min

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