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PODCAST

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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All Episodes

01:38:30

20. Sun's Out, Passports Out

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2021/05/06

In Episode 20, Tom discusses his disappointment with Assassins Creed and Evan ponders his new haircut choice. For the news headlines John discusses Neuralink's monkey brain pong, Tom examines the updated CDC mask guidelines and Evan investigates smell training. In the main news, Tom discusses his experience with pain and a new study that may help reduce this while Evan examines the pros and cons of a vaccine passport. So join us for some humour, discussion and science fun.

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01:23:27

19. Does It Clot or Not - The AstraZeneca Saga, And A...

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2021/04/22

Welcome to Episode 19 where we talk blood personalities, blood clots and vaccines. The guys try to decipher John's blood group based on his personality while in the headlines Evan discusses new findings in relation to Neanderthals. In their main stories, Evan has a deep dive into the recent troubles with the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine and Tom examines the potential of RNA technology in treating Multiple Sclerosis. So join us for humour, discussion and more.

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01:39:43

18. Concussion and Future Blood Part II

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2021/04/08

On this episode Evan and Tom talk coronavirus, concussion and blood products of the future. Tom reveals his awkward encounter while getting some sausage and talks about synthetic cells. Evan briefly examines the AstraZeneca vaccine and the the new WHO report on the origin of COVID-19. In their main stories Evan discusses a new diagnostic test for concussion while Tom wraps up his series on blood substitutes and potential future opportunities. All topped off with some discussion and humour.

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17. Professor Luke O'Neill

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2021/03/25

Join the guys for a very special episode featuring Professor Luke O'Neill. Luke is an immunologist, biochemist and author based in Trinity College Dublin. Tom and Evan discuss the work Luke is doing in his lab to combat COVID-19, his thoughts on the European pause of the AstraZeneca vaccine and the challenges of science communication in an era of misinformation. So join us for some great discussion and insights from one of Ireland's top research professors.

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01:37:50

16. Normalising Blood Transfusion and Gut Microbiome...

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2021/03/11

Join the guys as Evan discusses getting his first vaccine dose and his urge to buy Microsoft products, Tom's hope to start LSD micro-dosing takes a step forward and John rejoins to relive the perseverance rover landing on Mars. For their main stories, Evan casts a sceptical eye on the hype of the microbiome while Tom gives us part one of his talk on blood transfusion and the possibility of using non-blood based products. All topped off with some discussion, humor and debate.

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01:21:23

15. Animal Cognition with Dr Jim McGetrick

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2021/02/25

Join us on Episode 15 where are joined by animal cognition researcher Dr Jim McGetrick. Jim is a Postdoctoral scientist, specialising in animal behaviour and higher cognition, primarily in dogs. The guys quiz Jim on all things animal related ranging from whether your dog can truly love you, to monogamy in birds and what your dog breed can really say about you. All topped off with some humour, discussion and hopefully you can leave with some cool facts about animal behavioural science.

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01:50:13

14. Deep Brain Stimulation and Contraceptive Equality

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2021/02/11

On Episode 14 of the Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast the guys discuss an unorthodox method of swabbing for Covid-19 and they try out a new segment where they discuss David Attenborough, the "nature guy". For their main stories, Evan examines deep brain stimulation and how it is used in treating disease, along with Neuralink, while Tom discusses the male "pill", its use as a contraceptive and everyone's reaction to taking it. All topped off with some humour, discussion and fun.

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01:29:29

13. Asymptomatic Mania and Peptides To The Rescue

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2021/01/28

On Episode 13 of the Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast, the lads discuss Netherlands under curfew, moving away from WhatsApp and Michelle Obama becoming a Jedi. In the main discussion, Tom investigates a new peptide that may help in the treatment of COVID-19 while Evan examines asymptomatic transmission and whether it is a driver of cases or not. So join us for some discussion, laughs and news from the science world.

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01:14:08

12. New Year, New Vaccine, New Me

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2021/01/14

On Episode 12 of the Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast the guys welcome you to the new year by talking about all things vaccine-related. Tom discusses recent anaphylactic reactions in some vaccine recipients and the molecular mechanisms of how the Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna vaccines work. Evan examines vaccine trials, how they were carried out for the vaccines developed for SARS-COV-2 and casts his sceptical eye on the recent Pfizer/BioNTech data that had been released.

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01:29:18

11. A Will To Conceive and Unmasking The Truth

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2020/12/17

Join Sceptically Inclined Science for the last episode before Christmas break. The guys discuss their headlines: a new animal model for Covid-19 and targeting the subconscious in reducing post-operative pain. In their main stories Evan investigates a Danish study of face masks and the politicisation of science in a Covid-19 era while Tom discusses mitochondrial diseases and the 'three parent baby'. All topped off with discussion, humour and some reflection on the year.

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01:18:09

10. Oxford/AstraZeneca join the vaccine race, and...

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2020/12/03

Join the lads as they reflect on an important milestone, 10 episodes of Sceptically Inclined! As well as celebrating this milestone, the guys discuss the link between moths and stealth missions and the potential for a new Jurassic World movie to be set in Ireland. In their main stories, Tom delves into nanomedicine and its potential for treating human disease while Evan discusses the new Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine and the implications of their new announcements. So join us for episode 10 with

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01:18:19

9. A Tooth Revolution and Pfizer Strikes Back

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2020/11/19

On Episode 9 of the podcast, Tom tests Evan's knowledge of all things Polish after the country celebrates its Independence Day. In news headlines, the guys discuss mice on DMT, HIV prophylaxis drugs and how mink are altering the SARS-COV-2 genotype. Tom discusses the possibilities of growing teeth in a lab and Evan does a deep dive into the new Pfizer vaccine and examines what they are claiming but, more importantly, what they are not... yet. All topped off with some humour, discussion and now John

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01:19:59

8. In space, no one can see you flex, and Remdesivir...

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2020/11/05

On today's episode the guys get into the Halloween spirit by discussing their favourite weird and unusual science stories - the dancing plague and the disorder known as prosopagnosia. Tom examines a new method to get mice swole and how it could help astronauts in space while Evan can't hide his smugness when his skepticism of Remdesivir proves to be correct. All topped off with some news headlines, discussion, humour and space expert John.

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01:06:22

7. The Improbable Interview With Marc Abrahams

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2020/10/22

On today's episode, Sceptically Inclined is joined by special guest Marc Abrahams, founder of the Ig Nobel Prize and editor of the Annals of Improbable Research. The guys find out the concept behind the Ig Nobel Prizes, the process of becoming a winner and how it is seen within the science community. Marc discusses this years ceremony and the logistics of organising a ceremony during a pandemic. Evan and Tom reflect on the 2020 winners with Marc which vary from misophonia and narcissism to knives

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01:22:40

6. Long Lost Love, Rapid Testing, and Diabetes in...

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2020/10/07

On today's episode the guys discuss romance gone wrong in Neanderthal times and sniffer dogs being used in a way you wouldn't think. Evan examines so called 'Rapid Tests' being unveiled to aid in the quick diagnosis of COVID-19 while Tom investigates Type II Diabetes - whether genetics play a role and the risk of loneliness as a risk factor in developing diabetes. All topped off with some humour and discussion.

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01:13:01

5. DNA Detectives and Odd Gene In The Right Place

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2020/09/24

On today's episode the guys reveal the reason behind the delayed episode and discuss if aliens are hiding out on Venus. Tom looks into an innovative approach in reversing inherited eye diseases while Evan investigates the new field of forensic genealogy and the implications it has for unsolved crimes. All topped off with discussion and humour.

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01:14:07

4. Schools Returning and Personalised Medicine

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2020/09/03

Today Evan and Tom discuss their challenges within academia, the difficulties in finding internships and hidden effects of lockdown. Evan opens the new school year investigating the possible risks for children returning to school in a Covid-19 world. Tom talks about the differences between a generic approach to drugs and therapy and personalised medicine, while asking if personalised medicine is useful in tackling rare genetic diseases. All topped off with news headlines, discussion and some

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01:30:19

3. Perseverance with John

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2020/08/20

On today's episode Evan puts Tom's Irishness to the test. Tom covers a spike in COVID19 cases possibly linked to a new dominant form of SARS-CoV-2, the new COVID19 vaccine produced by Moderna gives Evan fever and makes him doubt its effectiveness. Special guest John takes Sceptically Inclined on a quick spin to Mars, he gives us some insight into the Mars missions being launched by NASA and others. All topped off with some science news, humour and discussion.

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01:30:45

2. Remdesivir, Covid-19 Immunity

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2020/08/06

Join us in Episode 2 where Tom has a shocking revelation, Evan discusses Remdesivir and it’s recent criticisms, and Tom talks about T-cell immunity in Covid-19 . All of this topped off with a generous helping of the latest science news.

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01:18:07

1. Hydroxychloroquine, Seroprevalence, Covid-19...

The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast ·

2020/07/23

Join us on the first episode of the Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast where we mispronounce the word hydroxychloroquine and talk about the saga of it being touted as a miracle drug and then being discontinued in trials investigating Covid-19 treatments. Tom discusses a seroprevalence study in Spain and the concept of herd immunity as it relates to Covid-19. In science news, we talk about a potential Covid-19 vaccine, the separation of the CDC and the Federal US Government, ancient poo and the

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