The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe The Skeptics Guide #1039 - Jun 7 2025
Jun 7, 2025
In this discussion, Emily Schoerning, the Founder and CEO of American Resiliency, shares insights on making climate projection information accessible and combating public polarization around climate change. She emphasizes the psychological factors in climate communication and the importance of local community engagement. The conversation also touches on the implications of political interference in science and the need for maintaining scientific integrity in the face of growing distrust.
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Truth About Seed Oils
- Seed oils, rich in omega-6, reduce heart disease risk rather than increase it.
- Anti-seed oil claims often misinterpret preliminary basic science into unjustified clinical conclusions.
Seed Oil Usage Advice
- Use seed oils like canola and sunflower without worry for health concerns.
- Improve omega-3 intake to balance omega-6 rather than restricting seed oils.
Legacy of Lysenkoism
- Lysenkoism was a political imposition on science rejecting genetics and natural selection, causing agricultural collapse and famine.
- It exemplifies how state control over science leads to disastrous consequences.