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The Truth Seekers

Worleybird Innovation Works

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Truth Seekers: Where Data Meets Reality Tired of sensational headlines and conflicting health advice? Join Alex Barrett and Bill Morrison as they cut through the noise to uncover what scientific research actually says about the claims flooding your social media feed. Each week, Alex and Bill tackle a different health, nutrition, or wellness claim that everyone's talking about. From "blue light ruins your sleep" to "seed oils are toxic," they dig into the actual studies, examine the methodolo ...
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Morning Joe

Joe Scarborough, Mika Brzezinski, MS NOW, Willie Geist

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Join Joe Scarborough, Mika Brzezinski, and Willie Geist, for in-depth and informed discussions that help drive the day's political conversation. Top newsmakers, Washington insiders, journalists, and cultural influencers, come together on Morning Joe for unparalleled insight and analysis around the day's biggest stories.
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Normal Curves: Sexy Science, Serious Statistics

Regina Nuzzo and Kristin Sainani

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Normal Curves is a podcast about sexy science & serious statistics. Ever try to make sense of a scientific study and the numbers behind it? Listen in to a lively conversation between two stats-savvy friends who break it all down with humor and clarity. Professors Regina Nuzzo of Gallaudet University and Kristin Sainani of Stanford University discuss academic papers journal club-style — except with more fun, less jargon, and some irreverent, PG-13 content sprinkled in. Join Kristin and Regina ...
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The Mangione Trial

BBC World Service

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Accused of murder, Luigi Mangione went viral. We explore why, and will bring you news updates on major developments in the case, from our BBC reporters. Mangione has been charged with killing health insurance chief executive Brian Thompson. He was shot in New York in December 2024, leaving behind a grieving family. He was the CEO of UnitedHealthcare. Luigi Mangione was eventually arrested at a McDonald's in the town of Altoona in Pennsylvania, kickstarting countless conspiracy theories onlin ...
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If you have ever wondered what is delta 8 CBD oil, you have come to the right place. This is a type of CBD oil that can provide significant pain relief. It is manufactured by converting hemp into cannabis oil, and is legal to use in limited amounts. However, the FDA has cracked down on the CBD industry in the past and may do so again. This article will discuss what is delta-8 CBD, as well as how it differs from the other forms of CBD. Delta 8 is produced through the distillation of hemp and ...
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A shocking headline claims that muscle can keep your brain young, but what if the science doesn't match the sensationalism? This episode dissects a recent Washington University study that found a correlation between muscle mass and 'younger-looking' brain scans. We'll expose the critical gap between media hype and scientific reality: this is an obs…
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‘This is what you said the morning after the strike’: Morning Joe fact checks Hegseth To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…
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A viral headline claims your Apple Watch can detect heart disease with 99% accuracy—but what if this sensational statistic is dangerously misleading? Researchers presented a preliminary study suggesting AI-powered smartwatch ECGs might screen for structural heart disease, but the reality is far more nuanced. With only 86% sensitivity, the test miss…
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Does the temperature of your coffee six months ago really predict whether you feel gassy today? This week we dissect a new nutrition survey study on hot and cold beverage habits that claims to connect drink temperature with gut symptoms, anxiety, and more—despite relying on year-old memories and a blizzard of statistical tests. It’s the perfect cas…
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A shocking headline claims microplastics in your brain are causing dementia—but what does the science really say? A groundbreaking Nature Medicine study detected unprecedented levels of plastic particles in human brain tissue, triggering global panic. However, the researchers themselves explicitly warn against assuming these findings prove causatio…
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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: Are these photos proof of xenophobic attacks in Johannesburg in November 2025? https://bit.ly/xenophobic_attacks Does this video show post-election protests in Tanzania? https://bit.ly/protests_tanzania No, clove water cannot ‘destroy cancer cells in 48 hours’. https://bit…
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Breaking news claims intermittent fasting is the secret to living longer, but what if those dramatic headlines are based on fundamentally flawed science? This episode dives deep into the gap between sensational wellness claims and actual research. We expose how studies on fruit flies and microscopic worms have been dramatically misinterpreted as pr…
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Kristi Noem made final call on deportation flights after judge ordered planes to turn back: DOJ To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…
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Judge dismisses cases against James Comey and Letitia James To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…
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A sensational health headline claims GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic cause 'premature aging' with hollowed, saggy faces. But what if the real story is dramatically different? This episode unravels the truth behind 'Ozempic face,' exposing how a catchy term invented by a cosmetic dermaturer has transformed normal weight loss effects into a medi…
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