Clearer Thinking with Spencer Greenberg Are the culture wars harming science? (with Cremieux)
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Jan 6, 2025 The podcast dives into how data can solve complex scientific problems and the pitfalls of misinterpreting research. It tackles the balance of power between business owners and unions while discussing the challenges posed by cultural biases. The conversation spans the impact of IQ on success, emphasizing that traits like conscientiousness are equally important. Additionally, it examines the cultural divides in attitudes toward work, the role of front lash in social science, and the ethics surrounding research on sensitive topics like healthcare for transgender youth.
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Misinterpretation of Research
- People often misinterpret research, citing sources without careful investigation.
- A study on racial profiling in traffic stops exemplifies this, with flawed methodology creating a false narrative.
Retracted Ceiling Study
- A retracted study falsely claimed high ceilings reduce test scores, misinterpreting its data.
- Cremieux's analysis revealed the opposite was true, highlighting the importance of critical evaluation.
Evaluating Research Reliability
- When assessing research reliability, consider marginal p-values and sample size.
- Multiple p-values near 0.05 suggest potential p-hacking, while small samples limit generalizability.