Episode 89: Debunking Vaccine Myths: Making Choices with Evidence and Compassion with Dr. Elisabeth Marnik

May 15, 2025

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Episode 89: Debunking Vaccine Myths: Making Choices with Evidence and Compassion with Dr. Elisabeth Marnik

In this episode, Rachael sits down with scientist, mom, and writer Dr. Liz Marnik to talk about one of the most emotionally charged topics in modern parenting: vaccines. Together, they explore how fear, misinformation, and anxiety shape parental decision-making—and why accessible, compassionate science communication matters more than ever.

Inside this episode:

Dr. Marnik’s personal journey from vaccine hesitancy to scientific advocacy
How anxiety and fear influence parents’ vaccine decision-making
What’s really in vaccines—and why it’s safe
Debunking myths: autism, immune overload, and the "too many too soon" idea
Why measles is more dangerous than most people realize
Understanding herd immunity and who it protects
Why misinformation spreads faster than facts—and how to pause before sharing
How to talk to vaccine-hesitant loved ones with curiosity, not judgment
& so much more!

Mentioned in this episode:

Liz on Instagram: @ScienceWhizLiz & @ThoseNerdyGirls
Substack: https://fromthescienceclass.substack.com/
Vaccine schedule differences
Too many vaccines