Shots of Science Vs
Quick hits of Science Vs, where we take on fads, trends, and the opinionated mob to find out what's fact, what's not, and what's somewhere in between. Want more fun? Go to Science Vs on Spotify.
Latest episodes
Oct 12, 2019 • 6min
Heartbreak: Why does it hurt so bad?
We’ve all been dumped, but some of us have felt physically sick from a heartbreak -- sometimes really sick. Neuroscientist Prof. Lucy Brown explains how pangs from a heartache might not just be in our heads. To learn more, search for "Science Vs" in the Spotify app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 5, 2019 • 6min
Football: How Dangerous Is It?
America’s favorite pastime seems to be plagued by tragedy. Former NFL players have come forward to say they’re suffering from a serious brain disease. Others have ended their lives. So we wanted to know: how risky is playing football? To learn more, search for "Science Vs" in the Spotify app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 20, 2019 • 8min
Exercise: Fat Buster or Belly Flop?
Lots of people hit the gym to shed unwanted pounds, but they don’t always see results on the scale. This week, we tackle the power of exercise and why you should bother. To hear why, search for "Science Vs" in the Spotify app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
