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Unbiased Science

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Dr. Jessica Steier, a public-health expert, and Dr. Sarah Scheinman, a neurobiologist, are the hosts of Unbiased Science, a podcast devoted to objective, critical appraisal of available evidence on health-related topics relevant to listeners’ daily lives. Follow them on Instagram at www.instagram.com/unbiasedscipod

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Latest episode

Oct 14, 2026

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Episodes

Will We Ever Find A Cure For Cancer? 14.10.2026

Is cancer actually on the rise? Why are we hearing so much about cancer in young people? Are new treatments making a difference? Will we ever have a cure? We tackle ALL those questions on this week's episode of the pod. You can also watch the convo on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DLon6350L5o (00:00) Intro (01:58) Is cancer really on the rise in young people? (05:11) Have we made progress on cancer tr...

How Worried Should We Be About Disease Outbreaks Right Now? 07.10.2026

What diseases are spreading right now? Are we even tracking diseases anymore? Should I be worried about measles? Should I bother getting my flu and COVID vaccines? We dive in and answer ALL those questions on this week's episode of the pod. You can also watch the convo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=adkTVjiXPD0 (00:00) Intro (02:35) Introducing Dr. Jennifer Nuzzo And The Brown Pandemi...

Is the U.S. Food Supply Safe? 30.09.2026

How safe is our food supply?? Dr. Jess Steier kicks off a new season of Unbiased Science with a fresh format! Each episode tackles one concern or question that's gone viral online. It can be hard to know what to trust, so each episode this season tackles one question head-on. Between this summer's Cyclospora outbreak linked to lettuce and the constant stream of food recalls in our feeds, this week...

Summer Rerun: Food Allergies: A Tough Nut to Crack 23.09.2026

Hello Unbiased Scientists! New season drops NEXT WEEK and we are so excited! Thank you for hanging in there with us over the summer break! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Summer Rerun: Heads Will Roll: Tackling The Impact of Concussions 16.09.2026

Hello Unbiased Scientists! We’re taking a little break for summer, but in the meantime we are re-airing some of our very favorite episodes as well as some of YOUR favorites. We will still be posting infographics to our socials as well as longer form content on our Substack at substack.unbiasedscience.com⁠ and some short form video clips from episodes as well as some NEW short form content to our Y...

Summer Rerun: 99 Ways to (Not) Die: An ER Doc's Guide to Stayin' Alive 09.09.2026

Hello Unbiased Scientists! We’re taking a little break for summer, but in the meantime we are re-airing some of our very favorite episodes as well as some of YOUR favorites. We will still be posting infographics to our socials as well as longer form content on our Substack at substack.unbiasedscience.com⁠ and some short form video clips from episodes as well as some NEW short form content to our Y...

Summer Rerun- Shot Callers: Vaccines Gone Viral 02.09.2026

Hello Unbiased Scientists! We’re taking a little break for summer, but in the meantime we are re-airing some of our very favorite episodes as well as some of YOUR favorites. We will still be posting infographics to our socials as well as longer form content on our Substack at substack.unbiasedscience.com⁠ and some short form video clips from episodes as well as some NEW short form content to our Y...

Summer Rerun: Peptides: Know What Amino? (with Dr. Leigh Baxt) 26.08.2026

Hello Unbiased Scientists! We’re taking a little break for summer, but in the meantime we are re-airing some of our very favorite episodes as well as some of YOUR favorites. We will still be posting infographics to our socials as well as longer form content on our Substack at substack.unbiasedscience.com⁠ and some short form video clips from episodes as well as some NEW short form content to our Y...

Summer Rerun: Doses of Reality: A Matter of National Health Security 19.08.2026

Hello Unbiased Scientists! We’re taking a little break for summer, but in the meantime we are re-airing some of our very favorite episodes as well as some of YOUR favorites. We will still be posting infographics to our socials as well as longer form content on our Substack at substack.unbiasedscience.com⁠ and some short form video clips from episodes as well as some NEW short form content to our Y...

Summer Rerun: Autism Insights And The Neuroscience Of Social Interactions 12.08.2026

Hello Unbiased Scientists! We’re taking a little break for summer, but in the meantime we are re-airing some of our very favorite episodes as well as some of YOUR favorites. We will still be posting infographics to our socials as well as longer form content on our Substack at substack.unbiasedscience.com⁠ and some short form video clips from episodes as well as some NEW short form content to our Y...

Summer Rerun: This Episode Comes With A Surgeon General's Warning 05.08.2026

Hello Unbiased Scientists! We’re taking a little break for summer, but in the meantime we are re-airing some of our very favorite episodes as well as some of YOUR favorites. We will still be posting infographics to our socials as well as longer form content on our Substack at substack.unbiasedscience.com⁠ and some short form video clips from episodes as well as some NEW short form content to our Y...

Summer Rerun- Protein, Creatine and "Skinny Teens?": Nutrition Science on Steroids 29.07.2026

Hello Unbiased Scientists! We’re taking a little break for summer, but in the meantime we are re-airing some of our very favorite episodes as well as some of YOUR favorites. We will still be posting infographics to our socials as well as longer form content on our Substack at substack.unbiasedscience.com⁠ and some short form video clips from episodes as well as some NEW short form content to our Y...

Summer Rerun- Superbugs: The Piece de Microbial Resistance 22.07.2026

Hello Unbiased Scientists! We’re taking a little break for summer, but in the meantime we are re-airing some of our very favorite episodes as well as some of YOUR favorites. We will still be posting infographics to our socials as well as longer form content on our Substack at substack.unbiasedscience.com⁠ and some short form video clips from episodes as well as some NEW short form content to our Y...

Summer Rerun: SSRI-ously? Separating Fact From Fiction On SSRIs 15.07.2026

Hello Unbiased Scientists! We’re taking a little break for summer, but in the meantime we are re-airing some of our very favorite episodes as well as some of YOUR favorites. We will still be posting infographics to our socials as well as longer form content on our Substack at substack.unbiasedscience.com⁠ and some short form video clips from episodes as well as some NEW short form content to our Y...

Summer Rerun - So Far So Fake: The Impact of Misinformation in Today's Society 08.07.2026

Hello Unbiased Scientists! We’re taking a little break for summer, but in the meantime we are re-airing some of our very favorite episodes as well as some of YOUR favorites. We will still be posting infographics to our socials as well as longer form content on our Substack at substack.unbiasedscience.com⁠ and some short form video clips from episodes as well as some NEW short form content to our Y...

Summer Rerun - Food Dyes, Seed Oils and Nutrition, Oh MAHA! 01.07.2026

Hello Unbiased Scientists! We’re taking a little break for summer, but in the meantime we are re-airing some of our very favorite episodes as well as some of YOUR favorites. We will still be posting infographics to our socials as well as longer form content on our Substack at substack.unbiasedscience.com ⁠ and some short form video clips from episodes as well as some NEW short form content to our...

Adult Vaccines: Another Round of Shots (Turned Down For What?) 17.06.2026

In this week's episode, Jess chats with Dr. Sarah Nosal to discuss the importance of adult vaccines, including shingles, HPV, flu, COVID, RSV, and more. They cover vaccine recommendations, personal experiences, and address common questions to help listeners make informed health decisions. We'd like to thank the American Academy of Family Physicians for sponsoring today’s episode and helping us bri...

Season 6 Rerun - Liar, Liar, Gut on Fire: Wellness’s Obsession with Inflammation 10.06.2026

NOTE: We would normally be on summer hiatus but we have a few more episodes to air before we officially break for summer. So in the meantime, we are re-airing a few of our favorite episodes in case you missed them. Enjoy! (Original Airdate 02/11/2026) In this episode, Jess welcomes Dr. Liz Marnik and Dr. Irini Hadjisavva to explore the multifaceted nature of inflammation and its impact on health....

Season 6 Rerun - Pediatricians: Not About The Benjamins, Baby 03.06.2026

(Original Airdate 03/11/2026) We are off this week, but ICYMI, here's one of our favorite episodes from this season. In this episode, Jess welcomes not one, not two, but THREE pediatricians in to the pod to discuss the realities of pediatric practice.  You can also watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SBjH-1L3mCg   https://www.unbiasedscience.org/s/The-Real-Economics-of-Pediatric-Vaccina...

The Research Forgot Women. Alzheimer’s Didn’t. 27.05.2026

This week's episode explores the impact of Alzheimer's disease, on women in particular, and features insights from cognitive neurologist Dr. Neelum Aggarwal and personal stories from psychotherapist and author Leah Fisher, who herself has been diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment with elevated Alzheimer's risk. The discussion covers risk factors, diagnosis challenges, and management strategies...

Ready or Not? Mostly Not: America's Preparedness Report Card 20.05.2026

This week, Dr. Nadine Gracia discusses the 2026 Ready or Not Report with us, highlighting the state of the U.S. public health preparedness amidst recent challenges like funding cuts, workforce shortages, and natural disasters. The conversation emphasizes the importance of sustained investment, coordination, and policy actions to enhance emergency response systems and protect communities. Watch the...

The Estrogen Files: We Are Releasing Everything 13.05.2026

This week, the Estrogen Express rides again! Unbiased Scientists Sarah, Veronica and Jen are back with Jess to talk women's health, menopause, and hormonal changes. They explore symptoms like mood swings, hot flashes, and the impact of estrogen receptors in the brain, while, as always, providing evidence-based insights and practical advice. Watch the convo on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HkEuaFU3Ias...

Don't Sleep on Melatonin Science 06.05.2026

In this episode, Jess and Sarah explore the science of sleep and melatonin with Dr. Beth Malow, a renowned sleep specialist. They discuss the safety, effectiveness, and proper use of melatonin, especially for children and neurodiverse populations, emphasizing informed decision-making and behavioral strategies.   Watch the conversation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mXT_4GNBOLY   Melatonin blogs: htt...

Peptides: Know What Amino? (with Dr. Leigh Baxt) 29.04.2026

In this episode, Jess and Sarah welcome Dr. Leigh Baxt to examine the current peptide trend in the wellness industry. The scientists explore what peptides are and how they function in the body, while discussing the rigorous drug development process that legitimate therapeutics undergo. Dr. Baxt provides expert insights into the regulation of peptide products and the significant safety concerns ass...

All Aboard The Estrogen Express With Four Unbiased Scientists 22.04.2026

In this episode, Jess is joined by 3 members of the Unbiased Science team to explore critical topics in women's health, with a particular focus on menopause and perimenopause. They examine early signs of menopause while debunking common myths surrounding supplements and hormone therapy. The conversation emphasizes the importance of comprehensive education about women's health across the lifespan,...

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