Iron Culture presented by MASS Ep 359 - Tribalism in Evidence-Based Fitness
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Dec 24, 2025 The hosts dive into the controversy surrounding tiny utensils research and Brian Wansink’s ethics. They discuss the importance of engaging with diverse perspectives and address the pitfalls of cynicism versus skepticism in fitness discourse. The conversation also touches on the need for self-awareness and the dangers of tribalism, urging listeners to navigate disagreements constructively. They emphasize how critical it is to maintain open dialogue while critiquing tendencies toward drama in the evidence-based fitness community.
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Nuanced Fallout From Research Misconduct
- Brian Wansink's behavioral findings likely retain direction but with smaller effects after misconduct revelations.
- Don't discard potentially valid findings just because of researcher-level misconduct.
Refilling Soup Bowl Study Recalled
- Eric Helms recounts the soup bowl refilling experiment and its replication.
- The replicated study showed visual cues can change intake independent of appetite.
Critique Without Engagement Is Common
- Hosts received criticism for platforming John Russen despite many critics not listening first.
- Online critiques often reflect tribal preconceptions rather than engagement with content.