Science in Society
by Drew & Liv
Does caffeine give you superpowers? Will humans ever make it to Mars? Is our DNA the key to the Fountain of Youth? Science in Society breaks down the world's scientific unknowns in a way that's understandable, digestible, and fun. Join hosts Liv & Drew Zbihley - lab partners turned lovebirds - as they enlist experts around the world to tour the intricacies of science in our everyday lives.
Episodes
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The Science of Community & Chem-Impex with Jamie Shah
In this captivating episode of "Science in Society," hosts Drew and Liv dive into the fascinating world of chemistry, community, and entrepreneurship with their special guest, Jamie Shah. Jamie is not just any guest; she's the driving force behind Chem-Impex, a renowned family-owned chemical…
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The Science of Endocrine Disruptors with Drs. Neff & Mourikes
Have you ever left a plastic water bottle in a car on a hot summer day and returned to notice it tasted different? Does opening your windows on a pleasant day really feel like a breath of fresh air? If either of these apply to you, you have firsthand experience with environmental toxins affecting...
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The Science of Precision Nutrition with Ari Tulla
If you are anything like Drew & Liv, you have – at least once – been exasperated with the constantly changing nutritional recommendations originating from largely observational and retrospective studies. Additionally, if you have ever wanted to optimize your nutrition to improve your energy,...
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The Science of Precision Oncology with Dr. Kevin Parker
Have you, a loved one, or a close friend had a run-in with cancer at some point? Chances are that the answer is yes. The more involved you were in the treatment process, the more you can appreciate the relative imperfections of currently-available treatment options, though they are steadily...
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The Science of Psilocybin with Doug Drysdale
Did last month’s episode leave you wanting to learn more about the rapidly developing space of psychedelic compounds’ use in treating psychiatric conditions like Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder and various addiction disorders? Drew & Liv had a feeling you would, so look no...
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The Science of Major Depressive Disorder with Dr. Charles B. Nemeroff
Mental health has increasingly become the topic of discussion in recent years, and while we–as a society–have become better at recognizing the signs of mental health issues, have you ever wondered exactly what they are, how they are treated, and what happens if the tools available to us aren’t...
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The Science of Nanotech with Pavle Jeremic
If you had to rank your favorite 3 superheroes, would Iron Man make your list? Have you ever wondered if there could one day be a real-life Tony Stark? This month’s guest, Pavle Jeremic, is trying to make that science fiction a reality. In this episode, you, along with Drew & Liv, will learn how...
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The Science of Gene Therapies with Dr. Laurence Reid
Did you know that there are over 100 types of hearing loss? Are you also aware that there exist exceptionally few therapeutic options for those affected by one of those conditions? This month, Drew & Liv had the privilege of bringing on one of the people leading the charge to develop new...
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The Science of CRISPR with Dr. Benjamin Oakes
What do the wheel, assembly line, electricity, fire, and CRISPR all have in common? Each of them gave humans the ability to access the next level of their respective fields, and this month Drew & Liv had the incredible opportunity to chat with Dr. Benjamin L. Oakes: one of the first people to…
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The Science of Addiction with Dr. Anna Lembke
Have you ever felt your phone buzz in your pocket only to find that there was no notification waiting to be cleared? If you have seen The Social Dilemma, you know that in the age of social media, our phones can have quite the addictive potential. In this episode, Drew & Liv have the privilege of...
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The Science of Biotech with Dr. Parag Mallick
What do magic and cutting-edge biotechnology research and development have in common? This month, Drew & Liv had the pleasure of hearing from one scientist-entrepreneur who is doing both! Dr. Parag Mallick sits down to describe exactly how his company, Nautilus Biotechnology, is building the next...
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The Science of Metabolism with Dr. Oliver Fiehn
Do you find yourself reaching for the cookie jar a little more frequently during the holidays? Maybe this time of year gets your appetite for baked goods going and, while it’s our brain telling us we want that chocolate chip cookie, our stomachs have a lot of influence on those signals. Tune into...
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The Science of Stem Cells with Dr. Thomas Carmichael
Are stem cells the key to the fountain of youth? If you listen to the news, that’s what you would think. While the true answer to that question may elude us for decades, new research in stem cells is coming out faster than the newest TikTok trend. In this episode, Drew & Liv sit down with Dr....
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The Science of Nutrition, Part 2 with Dr. Margaret Westwater
Have you ever met someone that doesn’t like chocolate? -- neither have Drew & Liv. Everyone has that one food they absolutely can’t resist, but is there real science to support this temptation? This week, Drew & Liv bring on Dr. Maggie Westwater to discuss another perspective on the science…
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The Science of Nutrition with Dr. Nicole Avena
We have reached the point of spring where the New Year’s Resolutions have begun to fade and the usual realization is beginning to set in: beach season is fast approaching. That begs the question, “Why am I still going back to the grocery store for my third pint of ice cream this week?”. You will...
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The Science of OCD with Dr. David Adam
This week on "Science and Society", Drew & Liv sit down with scientist-turned-author, Dr. David Adam, to get a look into his journey with OCD and why society must bring attention to this disease. Before it's all over, you'll know how to recognize obsessions, the current progress of pharmaceutical...
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The Science of Immunity with Dr. John Flaherty
They say March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb, but what happens when a pig or a bat get involved? As you may well know, those animals have been linked to major viral outbreaks in recent memory and – thanks to our immune systems – we have been able to fight those outbreaks. This…
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The Science of Love, Part 2 with Dr. Jacqueline Olds & Dr. Richard Schwartz
So nice, it’s an episode topic twice! Ebbs and flows, distance alarms, and the COVID-19 pandemic all have played a role in our relationships in one way or another. This week, Drew & Liv interview science power couple, Drs. Jacqueline Olds & Richard Schwartz of Harvard Medical School, to talk all...
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The Science of Love, Part 1 with Dr. Larry Young
February is the month of love and, as wonderful as that is, there is more biochemistry behind romcoms and the fairytale ending of your favorite Disney movie than you might think. In Part 1 of their two-part series on Love, Drew & Liv sit down with Emory Psychiatry professor, Dr. Larry Young, to...
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The Science of Studying with Drew & Liv
We have all been students at one time or another in our lives, so we all know the stress that comes with learning, exams, and big presentations. In this episode, Drew & Liv are shaking it up and sitting down with...each other! Talking about all things learning and memory, they're go ing behind…
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The Science of Seasonal Affective Disorder with Dr. Jonah Meyerhoff
Days get shorter, temperatures get colder, and we start spending more time inside. For many people, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can start to creep into our lives. In this episode, Drew & Liv bring on Dr. Jonah Meyerhoff to talk about all things SAD. You will finish this episode equipped…
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Hangovers with Shaughnessy Bishop-Stall
What if we told you, we cracked the hangover code? The holiday season is one of indulgences and, while we may not have the office parties to look forward to, that doesn’t mean we are can't enjoy the occasional adult beverage. Sometimes we overindulge—leaving us with a pounding headache, upset...
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Cryotherapy with TheCryoBar
Who is crazy enough to stand in -200°F chambers, wearing nothing but socks and underwear? Unsurprisingly, Science in Society co-hosts, Drew & Liv, are! Why would anyone do that voluntarily? Turns out, there is a reason... and a good one at that. In this weeks episode, Drew & Liv sit down with…
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Blue Light with Dr. Josh Mouland
In the work-from-home age, we are spending more time than ever staring at blue-light emitting screens each day. While blue light isn’t all bad, circadian clock disruption has sprung a new age of blue light-filtering products and features that limit exposure. In this episode, Drew & Liv chat with...
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Social Media with Dr. Ariel Shensa
Are you one of the 3.5 billion social media users worldwide? Chances are, yes. Whether you know it or not, social media plays a big role in your emotional well-being. In this Episode, Drew & Liv sit down with Dr. Ariel Shensa, a biostatistician whose expertise lies at the intersection of media…
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Sleep with Dr. Kristen Knutson
There are few things that (literally) every human on earth does, but SLEEP is one of them! To learn more about this universal pass-time, Drew & Liv chat with Dr. Kristen Knutson, a sleep researcher at Northwestern University. Dr. Knutson's research studies how sociocultural factors interact with...
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Vitality with Dr. Vonda Wright
Every year, people spend billions of dollars trying to look and feel younger, but what if that key to youth and longevity was free? In this Episode, Drew & Liv sit down with Dr. Vonda Wright, an orthopedic surgeon, healthy living advocate, and highly-regarded public speaker, to uncover the…
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Habit Formation with Dr. Ben Gardner
You've probably heard the phrase: "humans are creatures of habit". Are we? How much control do we really have over our routines? How can we make those good habits stick (and kick the bad ones) faster? In this Episode, Drew & Liv speak with Dr. Ben Gardner, a professor in Psychology at King's...
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Caffeine with Dr. Craig Pickering
With over 2 billion cups of coffee consumed globally each day, there's no denying humanity's love for caffeine. In this Episode, Drew & Liv interview Dr. Craig Pickering –Olympian turned scientist. After a career-ending injury, Dr. Pickering found a new passion and dove into researching…
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About this show
Does caffeine give you superpowers? Will humans ever make it to Mars? Is our DNA the key to the Fountain of Youth? Science in Society breaks down the world's scientific unknowns in a way that's understandable, digestible, and fun. Join hosts Liv & Drew Zbihley - lab partners turned lovebirds - as they enlist experts around the world to tour the intricacies of science in our everyday lives.
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Drew & Liv