

Meryl Horn
Senior producer at Science Vs. Contributes to the show's research, script writing, and production.
Top 3 podcasts with Meryl Horn
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Dec 12, 2024 • 39min
The Real Anti-inflammatory Diet
Meryl Horn, a senior producer at Science Vs, hosts a fascinating discussion on inflammation with experts like neuroscientist Dr. Caroline Ménard and nutrition scientist Dr. Rosa Casas. They debunk myths around nightshades and explore the real impact of anti-inflammatory foods like blueberries and turmeric. The conversation highlights how chronic inflammation can affect mental health and how the Mediterranean diet significantly reduces inflammation. There's also a dive into how intense exercise might actually raise inflammation levels. Perfect insights for health enthusiasts!

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Oct 2, 2025 • 43min
The Full Moon: Is It Messing With Us?
Meryl Horn, a senior producer and on-the-ground reporter, dives into the intriguing link between the full moon and human behavior. She interviews New Yorkers about their experiences, revealing perceptions of chaos and sync in menstrual cycles. Dr. Wendy Coates discusses research into emergency room visits during full moons, uncovering no rise in trauma cases despite popular belief. Additionally, studies on sleep patterns show lunar cycles may disrupt rest. The findings highlight potential subconscious effects, leaving many questions about the moon's influence still unanswered.

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Oct 6, 2025 • 27min
Does Tylenol cause autism?
Meryl Horn, a senior producer at Science Vs, dives into the complex debate about acetaminophen (Tylenol) and autism. She discusses initial studies linking the pain reliever to neurodevelopment issues, as well as the mixed evidence from recent research. Meryl highlights the importance of considering genetic and familial factors that may confound observations. She emphasizes that current expert guidance suggests Tylenol is safe when used as needed during pregnancy, despite public concerns.


