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Elizabeth Finkel
Science journalist and former Editor-in-Chief of COSMOS, trained as a molecular biologist and author of a book on how science works in the post-truth era; guest discussing COVID-19 origins and scientific method.
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Sep 22, 2025
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"How the Lab Leak Got Cred" with Elizabeth Finkel
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Elizabeth Finkel, a seasoned science journalist and former Editor-in-Chief of COSMOS, dives into the controversies surrounding the origins of COVID-19. She unpacks the transition of the lab leak hypothesis into mainstream conversation and debates the implications of misinformation on public trust in science. Topics include the role of gain-of-function research, the investigation of the Huanan market, and the challenges scientists face when communicating uncertainty. Finkel’s insights provide a compelling look at navigating science in a post-truth world.
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