Science in Society

In this captivating episode of "Science in Society," hosts Drew and Liv dive into the fascinating world of chemistry, community, and entrepreneurship with their special guest, Jamie Shah. Jamie is not just any guest; she's the driving force behind Chem-Impex, a renowned family-owned chemical supply company. Join Drew, Liv, and Jamie as they unravel the intriguing story of Chem Impex...

Have you ever left a plastic water bottle in a car on a hot summer day and returned to notice it tasted different? Does opening your windows on a pleasant day really feel like a breath of fresh air? If either of these apply to you, you have firsthand experience with environmental toxins affecting your everyday life. This month, Drew & Liv have the privilege of chatting about all things environ...

If you are anything like Drew & Liv, you have – at least once – been exasperated with the constantly changing nutritional recommendations originating from largely observational and retrospective studies. Additionally, if you have ever wanted to optimize your nutrition to improve your energy, performance, or recovery, you know that the more accurate and personalized information you can gather,...

Have you, a loved one, or a close friend had a run-in with cancer at some point? Chances are that the answer is yes. The more involved you were in the treatment process, the more you can appreciate the relative imperfections of currently-available treatment options, though they are steadily improving. In this episode, Drew & Liv sit down with Dr. Kevin Parker, CEO and co-founder of Cartography...

Did last month’s episode leave you wanting to learn more about the rapidly developing space of psychedelic compounds’ use in treating psychiatric conditions like Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder and various addiction disorders? Drew & Liv had a feeling you would, so look no further than this episode, where they bring on Doug Drysdale, CEO of Cybin Inc., to discuss his co...

Mental health has increasingly become the topic of discussion in recent years, and while we–as a society–have become better at recognizing the signs of mental health issues, have you ever wondered exactly what they are, how they are treated, and what happens if the tools available to us aren’t enough? You might be surprised to hear that–by some estimates–at least 30% of people diagnosed with depre...

If you had to rank your favorite 3 superheroes, would Iron Man make your list? Have you ever wondered if there could one day be a real-life Tony Stark? This month’s guest, Pavle Jeremic, is trying to make that science fiction a reality. In this episode, you, along with Drew & Liv, will learn how Jeremic and his team at Aether plan to use chemistry, biology, engineering, and artificial intellig...

Did you know that there are over 100 types of hearing loss? Are you also aware that there exist exceptionally few therapeutic options for those affected by one of those conditions? This month, Drew & Liv had the privilege of bringing on one of the people leading the charge to develop new therapeutics for hearing and balance loss: Dr. Laurence Reid, CEO of Decibel Therapeutics. Dr. Reid provide...

What do the wheel, assembly line, electricity, fire, and CRISPR all have in common? Each of them gave humans the ability to access the next level of their respective fields, and this month Drew & Liv had the incredible opportunity to chat with Dr. Benjamin L. Oakes: one of the first people to work with CRISPR and see it grow to where it is today. In this episode, you will learn exactly what CR...

Have you ever felt your phone buzz in your pocket only to find that there was no notification waiting to be cleared? If you have seen The Social Dilemma , you know that in the age of social media, our phones can have quite the addictive potential. In this episode, Drew & Liv have the privilege of interviewing Dr. Anna Lembke, one of the leaders in addiction medicine who also made an appearance...

What do magic and cutting-edge biotechnology research and development have in common? This month, Drew & Liv had the pleasure of hearing from one scientist-entrepreneur who is doing both! Dr. Parag Mallick sits down to describe exactly how his company, Nautilus Biotechnology , is building the next generation of diagnostic and prognostic tools that he hopes to bring to labs across the world. In...

Do you find yourself reaching for the cookie jar a little more frequently during the holidays? Maybe this time of year gets your appetite for baked goods going and, while it’s our brain telling us we want that chocolate chip cookie, our stomachs have a lot of influence on those signals. Tune into episode 3, The Science of Metabolism, to find out why.  In this episode, Liv & Drew interview Dr....

Are stem cells the key to the fountain of youth? If you listen to the news, that’s what you would think. While the true answer to that question may elude us for decades, new research in stem cells is coming out faster than the newest TikTok trend. In this episode, Drew & Liv sit down with Dr. Thomas Carmichael to discuss some of the cutting edge science behind stem cells and their newest appli...

Have you ever met someone that doesn’t like chocolate? -- neither have Drew & Liv. Everyone has that one food they absolutely can’t resist, but is there real science to support this temptation? This week, Drew & Liv bring on Dr. Maggie Westwater to discuss another perspective on the science behind food addiction. You will learn about the other side of the argument against food addiction an...

We have reached the point of spring where the New Year’s Resolutions have begun to fade and the usual realization is beginning to set in: beach season is fast approaching. That begs the question, “Why am I still going back to the grocery store for my third pint of ice cream this week?”. You will need to wonder no longer as, this week, Drew & Liv host Dr. Nicole Avena – a research neuroscientis...

This week on "Science and Society", Drew & Liv sit down with scientist-turned-author, Dr. David Adam , to get a look into his journey with OCD and why society must bring attention to this disease. Before it's all over, you'll know how to recognize obsessions, the current progress of pharmaceutical research and development for OCD, and how one chemical engineer became an aut...

They say March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb, but what happens when a pig or a bat get involved?  As you may well know, those animals have been linked to major viral outbreaks in recent memory and – thanks to our immune systems – we have been able to fight those outbreaks. This week,  Drew & Liv bring on infectious disease expert, Dr. John Flaherty to talk all things immunity ....

So nice, it’s an episode topic twice! Ebbs and flows, distance alarms, and the COVID-19 pandemic all have played a role in our relationships in one way or another. This week, Drew & Liv interview science power couple, Drs. Jacqueline Olds & Richard Schwartz of Harvard Medical School, to talk all things love. From this episode, you will learn how to better communicate in your relationships...

February is the month of love and, as wonderful as that is, there is more biochemistry behind romcoms and the fairytale ending of your favorite Disney movie than you might think. In Part 1 of their two-part series on Love, Drew & Liv sit down with Emory Psychiatry professor, Dr. Larry Young, to discuss the molecules responsible for giving you butterflies as you talk to your crush this Valentin...

We have all been students at one time or another in our lives, so we all know the stress that comes with learning, exams, and big presentations. In this episode, Drew & Liv are shaking it up and sitting down with...each other! Talking about all things learning and memory, they're go ing behind the scenes and provide a window into their personal experiences with learning and studying. By t...

Days get shorter, temperatures get colder, and we start spending more time inside. For many people, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can start to creep into our lives. In this episode, Drew & Liv bring on Dr. Jonah Meyerhoff to talk about all things SAD. You will finish this episode equipped with knowledge and strategies to help you avoid the seasonal slump and enjoy all of the great things w...

What if we told you, we cracked the hangover code? The holiday season is one of indulgences and, while we may not have the office parties to look forward to, that doesn’t mean we are can't enjoy the occasional adult beverage. Sometimes we overindulge—leaving us with a pounding headache, upset stomach or any other host of maladies that we call a hangover . For centuries, humankind has sought t...

Who is crazy enough to stand in -200°F chambers, wearing nothing but socks and underwear? Unsurprisingly, Science in Society co-hosts, Drew & Liv, are! Why would anyone do that voluntarily? Turns out, there is a reason... and a good one at that. In this weeks episode, Drew & Liv sit down with Sara & Andrew of TheCryoBar to learn about the history and benefits of cryotherapy and discuss...

In the work-from-home age, we are spending more time than ever staring at blue-light emitting screens each day. While blue light isn’t all bad, circadian clock disruption has sprung a new age of blue light-filtering products and features that limit exposure. In this episode, Drew & Liv chat with neuroscience researcher, Dr. Josh Mouland, whose interests lie in our brain’s response to light. Yo...

Are you one of the 3.5 billion social media users worldwide? Chances are, yes. Whether you know it or not, social media plays a big role in your emotional well-being. In this Episode, Drew & Liv sit down with Dr. Ariel Shensa, a biostatistician whose expertise lies at the intersection of media and health. Her recent research focuses on the relationship between social media and mental health. Y...