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EPISODE · Sep 3, 2025 · 38 MIN

Debunking Quacks & Biased Media | Bad Science (Ben Goldacre) BOOK REVIEW

from Mere Mortals Book Reviews · host Kyrin Down & Juan Granados

There will always be someone selling BS, but you can learn how to spot it.'Bad Science' by Ben Goldacre is an expose of sorts showcasing instances of media (individuals & as a whole) distorting statistics & scientific data. He explains the various errors they commit while examining the various reasons as to why they occurred. There are 16 chapters focusing on topics like the placebo effect, the MMR Hoax, homeopathy & nutrition.If you got value from the podcast please provide support back in any way you best see fit!Timeline:(00:00:00) Intro(00:02:39) Themes/Questions(00:25:18) Author & Extras(00:33:24) Summary(00:36:11) Value 4 Value(00:36:59) Coming Up/Join Live! Connect with Mere Mortals:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/Discord: https://discord.gg/Xs9DjsurFqTwitter/X: https://twitter.com/meremortalspodsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meremortalspodcasts/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meremortalspodcastsValue 4 Value Support:Website: https://www.meremortalspodcasts.com/supportPaypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/meremortalspodcast

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