

Episode 56: Cur Plerumque Investigatio Publica Falsa Est
Apr 4, 2025
The hosts dissect the impactful research of Ioannidis, revealing the alarming prevalence of false findings in behavioral sciences. They address the crises of credibility and research biases, like p-hacking, that endanger scientific integrity. Listeners learn about the complexities of probability in medical research and the significance of replication. The discussion emphasizes the need for transparency and rigorous methods, shedding light on how flawed reporting can distort the truth in academic publishing.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Credibility Crisis: Examining False Findings
01:46 • 10min
Probability and Reliability in Medical Research
11:50 • 21min
Exploring Research Biases and Measurement Errors
33:09 • 3min
Critiquing Bias in Scientific Research
35:43 • 16min
Ensuring Rigor in Scientific Research Through Registration and Transparency
52:02 • 3min
Pre-Study Odds and Hypothesis Testing
55:00 • 4min
The Importance of Replication in Research
58:40 • 10min