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There are a lot of fads, blogs and strong opinions, but then there’s SCIENCE. Science Vs is the show from Spotify Studios that finds out what’s fact, what’s not, and what’s somewhere in between. We do the hard work of sifting through all the science so you don't have to and cover everything from 5G and ADHD, to Fluoride and Fasting Diets.
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- Yesterday38 min
Peptides: The Ultimate Body Hack?
Peptides are huge right now. Influencers are telling us they can work wonders for all sorts of stuff. Struggling with an annoying injury that won't heal?? Belly fat that's pissing you off? Low energy? Gut issues?? There’s a peptide out there for you. People are buying peptides off the internet and injecting themselves with them, saying it's life changing. But away from the internet hype, there is actually a potential revolution happening in medicine around peptides. So we’re finding out what scientists are excited about here, and we look deeply at the science behind two massive peptides: BPC-157 and MOTS-c. And we’ll also look at the risks: Could peptides give you cancer? On this episode we talk to Dr. Hassy Cohen, Dr. Keith Baar, Dr. Dhruv Khullar and Dr. Cory Mayfield to get to the bottom of this. Find us on Youtube! We're at https://www.youtube.com/@ScienceVsPodcast Find our transcript here:https://tinyurl.com/ScienceVsPeptides In this episode, we cover: Peptides are everywhere right now (03:56 ) What are peptides? (04:39 ) The peptide revolution in medicine MOTS-c: Should you take it? (15:56 ) BPC-157: Can it heal you? What are the risks? This episode was produced by Wendy Zukerman, with help from, Rose Rimler, Ekedi Fausther-Keeys, Meryl Horn and Michelle Dang. We’re edited by Blythe Terrell. Fact checking by Diane Kelly. Video editing and sound mix by Bobby Lord. Music written by Bumi Hidaka, Peter Leonard, Emma Munger and Bobby Lord. Thanks to the researchers we spoke to for this episode including Dr. Dana Lis, Dr. Pouya Faridi and Dr. Timothy Piatkowski, as well as the Australian Science Media Centre. A big thanks to Joseph Lavelle Wilson and the Zukerman family. Science Vs is a Spotify Studios Original. Listen for free on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us and tap the bell for episode notifications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks agonarrative40 min4-min read
How Toxic Is the Air You Breathe?
The episode tells the heartbreaking story of Ella Kissi-Debrah, a nine-year-old girl from London whose severe asthma attacks were ultimately linked to illegal levels of air pollution near her home, making her the first person in the world to have air pollution listed as a cause of death on her death certificate. Her mother, Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah, transformed her grief into advocacy, sparking legal, medical, and policy changes in the UK and beyond.
- 2 weeks agoconversational49 min6-min read
Ibogaine: A Miracle Psychedelic?
Ibogaine, a psychedelic derived from the African iboga plant, is being promoted as a potential breakthrough treatment for opioid addiction and PTSD, with anecdotal reports of profound therapeutic effects. However, scientific evidence is limited, clinical trials show mixed results, and the drug carries serious cardiac risks that have stalled FDA approval.
- 3 weeks agonarrative31 min4-min read
Hantavirus: How Scary Is It??
The episode investigates a reported Hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondias cruise ship, unpacking fears of a new pandemic. Science Versus concludes that while the Andes strain can spread between people, it is not highly contagious and is unlikely to cause a global outbreak.
- 4 weeks agonarrative29 min4-min read
Tattoos: Are They Toxic?
Tattoos may carry hidden health risks, including potential links to cancer and chronic immune activation, but they also offer psychological benefits like increased self-esteem and body autonomy. The episode unpacks the science behind tattoo ink’s journey in the body and weighs real risks against cultural and personal meaning.
- Apr 30, 2026narrative33 min4-min read
Boredom: Is It Good For You?
The episode explores the viral trend of 'raw dogging boredom' — sitting still without stimulation — and investigates whether embracing boredom can boost creativity or mental health. While boredom activates brain networks linked to mind-wandering, science suggests it’s not inherently beneficial and may even lead to self-destructive behaviors.
- Apr 23, 2026solo42 min4-min read
Vaping: Does It Really Cause Cancer?
While new research claims vaping is as dangerous as smoking and likely causes cancer, experts remain divided; the scientific consensus still holds that vaping is less harmful than smoking, though not safe, and its role as a smoking cessation tool is limited and complicated by industry influence and addiction risks.
- Apr 16, 2026conversational31 min4-min read
Running: Will It Wreck Your Body?
Running carries a high risk of injury, with about half of runners getting hurt each year, often due to rapidly increasing distance; however, the health benefits are substantial, including increased longevity and mental well-being, with as little as 5–10 minutes per day offering significant gains. Contrary to popular belief, runner’s high is driven more by endocannabinoids than endorphins.
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