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The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast

Evan Brennan, Tomasz Tomkiewicz

Welcome to The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast where we talk about science, particularly human sciences, by looking at papers that are both unusual and serious. We hope to have a friendly, light hearted discussion in which we interweave stories from our lives. We don‘t need you to have a huge background in science so please give us a listen and enjoy!

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40. Fertility Fraud

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2022/05/19

On this week's episode the lads recall their trip to New York while Tom gives his thoughts on a recent sexual harassment ruling for a bald man. In their science stories, Tom discusses the infamous "doorway" on Mars and the use of lunar soil to grow plants. Evan examines the phenomenon of Fertility Fraud, the topic of a new Netflix documentary, where women were inseminated with the sperm of their fertility doctor, without their consent.

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39. Professor Michael Levin

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2022/05/04

On today's episode we are joined by Professor Michael Levin from Tufts University, Massachusetts. Michael completed his PhD at Harvard University in the field of Genetics, where he characterised the molecular genetic mechanisms of embryologic left-right asymmetry. His PhD research was recognised by the journal Nature as a “Milestone in Developmental Biology in the last century”. Currently he is the primary investigator and director at Allen Discovery Centre at Tufts University and Director at Tufts

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38. Sequencing The Human Genome For Real This Time

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2022/04/21

In this episode, Evan reveals how scientists actually flex on each other and Tom shares how an experience being blind truly opened his eyes. Evan re-examines the new Alzheimer's drug after trial data was finally released while Tom investigates the story of how gaps from the original human genome project have only been filled in now. Here, you can learn more about a charity walk at the 'de4daagse' and have the opportunity to support Tom and his team. Listen to the episode to learn more:

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54:55

37. Johnson & Johnson And The Opioid Crisis

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2022/04/07

In this episode Tom reveals his recent weight scare and talks about aphasia, a condition with recent relevance after Bruce Willis' diagnosis. Evan investigates the Opioid crisis and the unknown role Johnson & Johnson played in its propagation.

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36. Professor Carel le Roux

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2022/03/23

Join the guys on a very special episode featuring Professor Carel le Roux. Carel is a physician working in St. Vincent’s Hospital in Dublin, he is also a Professor of experimental pathology at University College Dublin. His work and research are focused on the physiological role and pathological changes in appetite control, the impact of bariatric surgery on diabetes and concerns with increased mortality and morbidity associated with obesity and diabetes. During the conversation we discuss the

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35. The Potential For Limb Regeneration

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2022/03/10

In this episode Tom brags about his new tattoo and a habit of journaling. Evan brings us back to 2019 and tries to make sense of the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic while Tom explores the secrets of limb regeneration via a new paper which explores an animal model in which limb regeneration was achieved with promising results.

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34. Ketamine Treatment of Mental Illness

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2022/02/24

In Episode 34 of the podcast, Tom discusses his aspirations to own a tooth necklace while the lads lament their nations' poor performance at the Winter Olympics. In his main story, Tom sets the story straight on the new HIV variant while Evan examines ketamine for acute suicidal ideation along with microdosing in anxiety treatment and what this could mean in the future of mental health treatment.

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01:04:13

33. Facebook vs The BMJ

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2022/02/10

On today's episode the guys discuss the new marketing methods of crypto.com, Tom examines a new early diagnostic test for lung cancer while Evan dives into the recent row between the British Medical Journal and Facebook who labelled one of their articles as misinformation, and what this could mean for the future of science articles on the site.

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01:00:15

32. Getting To The Heart Of Vaccines And Myocarditis

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2022/01/27

Welcome to the first episode of 2022 where the lads have a quick recap of science over the festive period, including sex in the pandemic era and the 'Shkreli' awards. In his main story, Tom questions the claims of higher rates of myocarditis in vaccinated people versus individuals infected with SARS-CoV-2.

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01:11:50

31. 2021 Science In Review

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2021/12/23

Join us for our final episode of 2021 where Tom and Evan review the science of the past year. We remember the most exciting news stories, including mRNA breakthroughs and some of the weird and funny headlines, like, 'What animal would live in a communist society?'. We also make some predictions for science in 2022. So top your year off with some humour, discussion and education on The Sceptically Inclined Podcast!

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01:03:06

30. Honey, I Sequenced The Kids

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2021/12/09

On today's episode, the lads debate a new pilot study being introduced by the UK government to sequence the genome of children at birth with Tom being pro while Evan takes an opposing position. Tom gives his thoughts on his recent Dan Brown book experience while Evan examines a new landmark case of "wrongful conception". So join us for some laughs, discussion and debate on the Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast

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01:03:22

29. Liquid Biopsies In The Fight Against Cancer

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2021/11/25

In today's episode, Evan reassures Tom that lockdowns are still a good preventive measure against COVID-19 and sums up COP26 as an unfortunate failure. On a positive note, the booster vaccine against COVID-19 shows very promising results. Tom compares solid tissue biopsies and liquid biopsies - is one better than the other? Can we get rid of one? Tune in to find out!

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01:09:31

28. A Flawed Cure for Alzheimer‘s?

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2021/11/11

In this weeks episode we learn that not only does James Bond have amazing espionage skills but also an impenetrable immune system. Tom celebrates the Phase II//III results for antiviral drug "Paxlovid" against SARS-COV-2 and dives into the events at COP26 while Evan evaluates the controversial approval of a new Alzheimer's drug, Aducanumab, and examines what the clinical trial results actually said.

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27. Professor Han Brunner

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2021/10/28

On today's episode we are joined by special guest Professor Han Brunner. Prof Brunner has worked on understanding the MAOA gene mutation, and how it leads to abnormal, unpredictable behaviour as well as uncontrolled violence. Learn about the science behind MAOA influence on brain development, the influence of maltreatment on behaviour and how MAOA status has influenced court cases previously in an exciting and insightful discussion.

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59:22

26. XY Gon‘ Give It to Ya

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2021/10/14

In this episode, Evan reviews the Nobel Prize winners in the scientific categories and the other science news including the malaria vaccine and a new sickle cell anemia treatment. In his main story, Tom discusses the X and Y chromosomes, X-inactivation and treatment options for chromosome inactivation.

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01:02:46

25. Sceptically Inclined Season 2

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2021/09/30

Join Evan and Tom as they welcome you back to a new season of The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast. In this episode, the guys talk scientific YouTube comments, Tom covers interesting science headlines that you might have missed over the summer and Evan examines booster vaccines, waning immunity and full authorisation of the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine. So join us for a new season of laughs, discussion and fun accessible science chat!

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24. Season 1 Finale

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2021/07/01

Join the guys for the final episode of the season! Tom, Evan and John reflect on a whole year of non-stop podcasting. Along with nominating their favourite moments and guests, the guys discuss stories that didn't make the cut. From animals that Tom thinks he could manhandle, to Evan's crazy sleep-talking. So take a trip down memory lane with the lads as they conclude this season on a high and explicit note!

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23. Professor Ivan Perry

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2021/06/17

On this episode we are joined by Professor Ivan Perry. Professor Perry is the Dean of the School of Public Health at University College Cork with particular expertise in cardiovascular disease, diabetes and self-harm. We discuss obesity in Ireland, his thoughts on the public health response to the Covid-19 pandemic in Ireland and the effect it has had on mental health. Enjoy!

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22. Dr Alex Garanto

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2021/06/03

Join the guys for a special episode featuring Dr Alex Garanto. Alex is an Assistant Professor at Departments of Pediatrics and Human Genetics in Radboud University Medical Center. Alex has over a decade of experience working on oligonucleotides based therapies for inherited retinal diseases. Tom and Evan discuss with Alex the complexity of eye, the burden of inherited blindness on patients and the role of pharmaceutical companies in developing gene therapies. The guys also had the opportunity to

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01:34:23

21. Evolutionary Adaptations and Vaccinating The Kids

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2021/05/20

Welcome to episode 21 where the lads discuss what it means to be a science influencer and using PubMed to feel better about themselves. in their main stories, Tom examines how some genetic diseases can evolve to provide an advantage in infectious diseases while Evan dives into COVID-19 vaccination in children and the difficulties in its implementation. All topped off with some discussion, humour and science news.

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