Science Vs

Host Wendy Zuckerman and guest Meryl Horn investigate whether AI poses an existential threat to humanity.

Host Wendy Zuckerman interviews entomologist Dr.

Host Wendy Zuckerman and producer Rose Rimler investigate the conflicting science behind high-protein diets versus protein restriction for longevity.

Host Wendy Zuckerman and producer Michelle Dang investigate whether sunscreen is toxic or causes vitamin D deficiency.

Hank Green joins Wendy Zuckerman to discuss his two decades as a science YouTuber, analyzing how recommendation algorithms prioritize outrage and salience over truth.

Science Vs and Pablo Torre Finds Out investigate the viral theory that an electrical substation near the 49ers’ facility causes their high injury rates.

Science Vs investigates whether weight cycling damages metabolism and health, featuring drummer John Rossi’s personal struggles with yo-yo dieting.

Host Wendy Zuckerman explores whether free will is an illusion, featuring neuroscientist Meryl Horne and physicist Sean Carroll.

Host Wendy Zuckerman and producer Rose Rimler explore the science of narcissism, featuring influencer Lee Hammack, who shares his journey with Narcissistic Personality Disorder.

Host Wendy Zuckerman investigates the health claims and risks of raw milk with editor Blythe Terrell and experts John Lucey and Christine Surugi.

Science Vs investigates whether caffeine is harmful, featuring researcher Astrid Neelig and cardiologist Gregory Marcus.

Science Vs explores the case of SM, a woman with calcified amygdalas who appeared incapable of feeling fear.

Host Wendy Zuckerman investigates the internet hype surrounding peptides like MOTS-c and BPC-157, interviewing experts including USC professor Hasi Cohen and UC Davis professor Keith Barr.

This episode explores the tragic story of Ella Kissi-Debrah, a nine-year-old girl whose severe asthma was triggered by illegal levels of air pollution in London.

Science Vs investigates Ibogaine, a psychedelic drug gaining attention for treating opioid addiction and PTSD.

Science Vs investigates the Hantavirus outbreak on the MV Honduras cruise ship, featuring experts Dr.

This episode investigates whether tattoos are toxic, exploring claims that ink contains heavy metals and carcinogens.

Host Wendy Zuckerman and producer Michelle Dang explore the science behind the "raw dogging boredom" trend, examining whether embracing idleness boosts creativity.

Science Vs investigates whether vaping causes cancer and if it is as dangerous as smoking, following a controversial new study.

Host Akedi Foster-Keys investigates the science of running, addressing injury risks and the elusive "runner's high.