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301: The Science of Hantavirus
300: The Science of Weed (Again) | Sci Guys Podcast #300
299: The Science of Hemorrhoids (with NOAHFINNCE)
298: The Science of Pokémon Brains
297: The Science of Dolphins Doing It
296: The Science of Spilling Coffee

Ep 295295: The Science of Judgy Dogs
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Ep 294294: The Science of Sex in an MRI Machine
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Ep 293293: The Science of ADHD as a Sleep Disorder
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Ep 292292: The Science of AI Psychosis
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Ep 291291: The Science of Human Braincell Computers
Join us on Patreon!You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthsciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookReferences & Further ReadingCortical Labs https://youtu.be/yRV8fSw6HaE?si=ouRWPuGkvurC_E69 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EURpmKn49ps youtube.com/watch?v=Uk6YMYuvATc https://www.newscientist.com/article/2517389-human-brain-cells-on-a-chip-learned-to-play-doom-in-a-week/ https://futurism.com/health-medicine/doom-human-brain-cells https://corticallabs.com/cl1 https://corticallabs.com DOOM https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doom_(1993_video_game) https://canitrundoom.org/

Ep 290290: The Science of Common Criminals
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Ep 289289: The Science of Monkey Influencers
Join us on Patreon!You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthsciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookReferences & Further Reading https://www.cell.com/current-biology/fulltext/S0960-9822(25)00372-0 https://www.newscientist.com/article/2480552-capuchin-monkeys-are-stealing-howler-monkey-babies-in-weird-fad/ https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/capuchin-monkeys-caught-on-camera-abducting-baby-howler-monkeys-in-a-strange-tradition-seen-for-the-first-time-180986644/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mooQNOPM3RE https://www.mpg.de/24686977/0507-ornr-capuchin-monkeys-develop-bizarre-fad-of-abducting-baby-howlers-987453-x https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3Y3JWVvB9Q https://www.livescience.com/animals/land-mammals/chimps-develop-fashion-trend-by-shoving-grass-in-their-ears-and-in-their-butts

Ep 288288: The Science of Auto Brewery Syndrome
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Ep 287287: The Science of Brawny Brains
Join us on Patreon!You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthsciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookReferences & Further Reading https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14998709/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9789579/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/1wzlc1KxyjMlk6ZMB0sQVhG/is-it-possible-to-get-stronger-just-by-thinking-about-exercise https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0028393203003257?via%3Dihub https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1046/j.1365-201X.1998.t01-1-00358.x https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4974856/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/52qHd8sZJr1dmGvn6V6w0TY/can-you-use-your-mind-to-strengthen-your-body https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/1wzlc1KxyjMlk6ZMB0sQVhG/is-it-possible-to-get-stronger-just-by-thinking-about-exercise

Ep 286286: The Science of Dogs on Acid
Join us on Patreon!You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthsciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookReferences & Further Reading https://trial.medpath.com/news/430cca0e7185c777/study-reveals-breakthrough-treatment-for-anxious-dogs-with-no-side-effects https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11538183/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eb46Jcp6HM8 https://science.howstuffworks.com/lsd1.htm

Ep 285285: The Science of Artificial Un-Intelligence
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Ep 284284: The REAL Philosopher's Stone
Join us on Patreon!You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthsciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookReferences & Further Readinghttps://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/large-hadron-collider-lead-gold-b2749928.htmlhttps://www.space.com/astronomy/modern-day-alchemy-scientists-turn-lead-into-gold-at-the-large-hadron-colliderhttps://home.cern/news/news/physics/alice-detects-conversion-lead-gold-lhchttps://journals.aps.org/prc/abstract/10.1103/PhysRevC.111.054906https://www.sciencefocus.com/science/has-there-ever-been-a-small-hadron-colliderhttps://www.britannica.com/topic/alchemy/The-chemistry-of-alchemyhttps://www.home.cern/science/experiments/alice

Ep 283283: Numberless Scales Help You Lose Weight!?
Join us on Patreon!You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthsciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookReferences & Further Reading https://www.nationalhealthexecutive.com/articles/groundbreaking-nhs-weight-loss-programme-supporting-young-people https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/over-weight-children-nhs-scales-b2749796.html https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29259794/

Ep 282282: Hypno-tits & Zack Polanski
Join us on Patreon!You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthsciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookReferences & Further ReadingWho is Zack Polanski?https://www.london.gov.uk/who-we-are/what-london-assembly-does/london-assembly-members/zack-polanskihttps://zackpolanski.com/The Sun Articlehttps://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/798031/can-you-really-think-your-boobs-bigger/Hypnosis & Hypnotherapyhttps://science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs-myth/extrasensory-perceptions/hypnosis.htmhttps://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/hypnotherapy/Zack Polanski’s Responsehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oh6Dh00hNYchttps://www.lbc.co.uk/article/zack-polanski-deputy-green-party-hypnotherapy-womens-breasts-5HjcmXc_2The Media Responsehttps://www.thesun.co.uk/news/36535237/former-hypnotherapist-elected-green-party-leader/https://www.spectator.co.uk/article/zack-polanskis-humiliating-breast-hypnosis-climbdown/Greens Membershiphttps://colchestergreenparty.co.uk/2025/03/23/green-party-membership-goes-over-60000/https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2025/oct/26/green-membership-surge-zack-polanskihttps://greenparty.org.uk/2025/09/28/greens-announce-new-membership-record-on-first-day-of-labour-party-conference/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qxt4HCjd7VAhttps://www.theguardian.com/politics/2025/oct/12/green-party-reaches-100000-members-for-first-time-after-polanski-becomes-leaderhttps://greenparty.org.uk/2025/10/19/green-party-membership-surges-past-conservatives-making-the-greens-third-largest-political-party-in-the-uk/https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2025/oct/26/green-membership-surge-zack-polanskihttps://bright-green.org/2025/10/30/green-party-membership-hits-150000/https://broadland.greenparty.org.uk/2025/11/21/the-green-party-has-now-reached-over-170000-members/

Ep 281281: The Science of De-extinction: Dire Wolves & Mini Mammoths
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Ep 280280: The Science of Stupid Accents
You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further Reading https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/journal-of-child-language/article/accent-the-positive-an-investigation-into-fiveyearolds-implicit-attitudes-towards-different-regional-accents/1991E53E41539D8FB54CB6E9DB4EE0AB https://www.gazette-news.co.uk/news/25109165.essex-university-childrens-association-accents/ https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c15vxw9qwkyo

Ep 279279: Catcalling Men in Virtual Reality
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Ep 278278: Pigeon Bomber Pilots
You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further Readinghttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8903786/ https://psychology.fas.harvard.edu/people/b-f-skinner https://www.bbc.co.uk/reel/playlist/unheard-of?vpid=p0kl5kd7 https://americanhistory.si.edu/collections/object/nmah_690069 https://www.simplypsychology.org/what-is-a-skinner-box.html https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10687164/ https://www.bfskinner.org/newtestsite/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Pigeons-in-a-Pelican-pt1.pdf

Ep 277277: The Plants Have Eyes
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Ep 276276: How to Live Forever
You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further Readinghttps://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/704080v3.full.pdfhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22301527

Ep 275275: The Science of Phantom Limbs
You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel Help keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon! If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! sciguys.co.uk TikTok Twitter Instagram Facebook If you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/corrections Follow the Sci Guys @notcorry / @lukecutforth References & Further Reading https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK448188/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17684875/ https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/phantom-limb-sensation-pain-following-amputation/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10086832/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3468806/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10622756/

Ep 274274: Are Video Games Good For Your Brain?
You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further Readinghttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-59744569https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7366941/https://www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/addictive-behaviours-gaming-disorderhttps://www.who.int/standards/classifications/frequently-asked-questions/gaming-disorderhttps://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/internet-gaminghttps://www.newscientist.com/article/2444492-video-games-are-good-actually-find-scientists/https://www.nature.com/articles/s41562-024-01948-yhttps://www.sciencemediacentre.org/expert-reaction-to-a-study-suggesting-that-video-games-improve-mental-well-being/

Ep 273273: The Best of 2024 (and an Update)
Here's the Patreon Post: What Happened to Sci Guys?You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforth

Ep 272272: The Science of Plastic Eating Bacteria
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Ep 271271: The Science of Detransition (with Lucy Kartikasari & NoahFinnce )
Follow Lucy: https://www.tiktok.com/@luckartikasariYou can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further Reading https://ustranssurvey.org/report/health/ https://segm.org/first_large_study_of_detransitioners https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37266795/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37266795/ https://www.researchgate.net/publication/372620083_Gender_detransition_A_critical_review_of_the_literature https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10322769/ https://www.bmj.com/content/381/bmj-2022-073584 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35877120/ https://www.reuters.com/investigates/special-report/usa-transyouth-outcomes/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8213007/ https://twitter.com/KLBfax/with_replies?lang=en https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2022/11/darling-detransition-movement-comes-transgender/ https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/13/smarter-living/trust-negative-product-reviews.html

Ep 270270: The Science of Gay Marriage
Is gay marriage good? Yes. Obviously. Some people need proof of that though, so here's an episode on it. At this rate we'll be doing an episode on water being wet soon enough...You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further ReadingMarriage Background Infohttps://www.hrc.org/resources/marriage-equality-around-the-worldhttps://www.apa.org/topics/marriage-relationships/same-sex-marriagehttps://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2003/09/marital-benefitStudies on Marriage Equalityhttps://www.rand.org/pubs/research_reports/RRA2912-1.htmlhttps://www.latimes.com/science/story/2024-05-30/what-20-years-of-data-tell-us-about-same-sex-marriagehttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8101749/RAND Media Biashttps://www.allsides.com/news-source/rand-corporationhttps://mediabiasfactcheck.com/rand-corporation/Attitudes on Gay Marriagehttps://www.pewresearch.org/religion/fact-sheet/changing-attitudes-on-gay-marriage/https://www.statista.com/statistics/1386442/britain-public-opinion-on-same-sex-marriage/https://www.theguardian.com/science/brain-flapping/2015/jun/29/same-sex-marriage-ruin-civilisation-science

Ep 269269: The Science of Trans Women Breastfeeding
In a world fraught with injustice, perhaps the most pressing issue to address is… women breastfeeding their kids. According to transphobes, that is. You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel Help keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon! If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! sciguys.co.uk TikTok Twitter Instagram Facebook If you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/corrections Follow the Sci Guys @notcorry / @lukecutforth References & Further Reading Breastfeeding (and Chestfeeding) https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/data/facts.html https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/hormone-replacement-therapy-hrt/oestrogen-tablets-patches-gel-and-spray/pregnancy-breastfeeding-and-fertility-while-taking-or-using-oestrogen-tablets-patches-gel-and-spray/ https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/having-a-baby-if-you-are-lgbt-plus/chestfeeding-if-youre-trans-or-non-binary/ Lactation https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK499981/ https://www.babycenter.com/baby/breastfeeding/can-men-breastfeed_8824 https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/body/22201-lactation Induced Lactation https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/infant-and-toddler-health/expert-answers/induced-lactation/faq-20058403 https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/infant-and-toddler-health/expert-answers/induced-lactation/faq-20058403 https://nestcollaborative.com/blog/four-things-to-know-about-induced-lactation/ Induced Lactation in Trans Women https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/08903344231170559?url_ver=Z39.88-2003 https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5779241/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38535753/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37138506/ https://internationalbreastfeedingjournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13006-024-00624-1 https://www.economist.com/the-economist-explains/2024/02/23/can-transgender-women-breastfeed https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/bfm.2024.0012 Trans Women Breastfeeding https://www.thepinknews.com/2024/05/28/trans-women-breastfeeding-explainer-research/ https://www.oprah.com/oprahshow/real-life-modern-family/all Milk Junkies Interviews http://www.milkjunkies.net/2017/05/jennas-breastfeeding-journey-trans.html http://www.milkjunkies.net/2013/05/trans-women-and-breastfeeding-personal.html http://www.milkjunkies.net/2013/07/trans-women-and-breastfeeding-health.html HRT & Breastfeeding https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6370611/ https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/menopause/prescribing-information/hormone-replacement-therapy-hrt/ https://www.balance-menopause.com/menopause-library/breastfeeding-hrt/ https://breastfeeding-and-medication.co.uk/fact-sheet/the-menopause-and-breastfeeding https://www.womens-health-concern.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/27-WHC-FACTSHEET-HRT-Doses-NOV2022-A.pdf

Ep 268268: The Science of Risky Bisexuals
Are bisexuals risk takers, or have the media run with a half-baked study? This week we dive into the science of risky bisexuals!You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further Readinghttps://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adj6958https://www.science.org/content/article/bisexual-behavior-genetically-tied-risk-taking-controversial-dna-analysis-findshttps://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2024/01/240103154239.htmhttps://www.scientificamerican.com/podcast/episode/what-do-you-mean-bisexual-people-are-risk-taking-why-genetic-studies-about/https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/30/well/bisexual-mental-health-lgbt.htmlhttps://www.stonewall.org.uk/system/files/lgbt_in_britain_bi.pdfhttps://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/culturalidentity/sexuality/bulletins/sexualidentityuk/2020https://www.ukbiobank.ac.uk/

Ep 267267: The Science of ADHD & The Microbiome
You are what you eat, but does your gut microbiome have anything to do with that? This week we take a look into the science behind ADHD and the tiny microbes that may (or may not!) play a role... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further Readinghttps://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2023.12.18.23300126v1https://neurosciencenews.com/adhd-microbiome-22941/https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0889159123000697https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7830868/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10437823/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK441838/https://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/science/microbiomehttps://journals.plos.org/plosbiology/article?id=10.1371/journal.pbio.1002533https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5433529/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6469458/

Ep 266266: The Science of Narcissistic Personality Disorder (with NOAHFINNCE)
Narcissistic Personality Disorder is one of the most maligned and misunderstood of mental conditions, so this week we're dipping our toes into the science behind the disorder!Check out Noah’s music: https://tr.ee/f9DikNPhdQYou can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further Readinghttps://openpsychometrics.org/tests/NPI/1.phphttps://openpsychometrics.org/tests/NPI/1.phphttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK556001/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5819598/https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/forefront/research-and-discoveries-articles/study-shows-narcissistic-personality-disorder-may-have-a-biological-componenthttps://www.scientificamerican.com/article/what-is-narcissism-science-confronts-a-widely-misunderstood-phenomenon1/https://www.google.com/search?gs_ssp=eJzj4tVP1zc0zDIpSSrJKy4wYPQSLU7OTM1LTlXIT1PISyxKziwuzizOBQDxCQ0z&q=science+of+narcissism&rlz=1C5CHFA_enGB727GB727&oq=science+of+narciss&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqBwgBEC4YgAQyCggAEAAY4wIYgAQyBwgBEC4YgAQyBggCEEUYOTIHCAMQABiABDIICAQQABgWGB4yCAgFEAAYFhgeMggIBhAAGBYYHjIGCAcQRRg90gEINDI5M2owajeoAgCwAgA&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=narcissism&sort=pubdatehttps://ajp.psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/appi.ajp.2014.14060723https://www.britannica.com/science/narcissism/Narcissistic-pathology-and-behaviourhttps://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/personality-disorders/types-of-personality-disorder/#NarcissisticPersonalityDisorderhttps://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/narcissistic-personality-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20366662https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7735512/

Ep 265265: The Science of Depression
What is depression? If you're a listener there's a solid chance you already know, but there's also a good chance you'll listen anyway...You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further Readinghttps://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/depressionhttps://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/depressionhttps://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/depression-in-adults/overview/https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/depressionhttps://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/depression/causes/https://icd.who.int/browse/2024-01/mms/en#1563440232https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/depression/diagnosis/assessment/https://www.sciencenews.org/article/chemical-imbalance-explain-depressionhttps://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/healthandsocialcare/mentalhealth/articles/costoflivinganddepressioninadultsgreatbritain/29septemberto23october2022https://www.cdc.gov/aging/depression/index.htmlhttps://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/depression-in-womenhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3646325/

Ep 264264: The Science of Anxiety
Feeling worried? This week we're diving into the topic of Generalised Anxiety Disorder...You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further Readinghttps://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/generalised-anxiety-disorder/overview/https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/generalized-anxiety-disorder-gadhttps://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/anxiety-and-panic-attacks/anxiety-disorders/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK441870/https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/generalized-anxiety-disorder/diagnosis/diagnosis/https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/panic-disorder/

Ep 263263: The Cass Review REVIEW (with NOAHFINNCE)
Check out Noah’s music!Massive thanks to Evan for vision mixing and keeping us relatively sane: https://youtube.com/evanYou can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further ReadingBackgroundhttps://www.cancer.gov/publications/dictionaries/cancer-terms/def/double-blind-studyhttps://www.rcpch.ac.uk/about-us/our-team/dr-hilary-casshttps://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/apr/18/hilary-cass-report-and-the-trans-rights-debatehttps://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/apr/20/doctor-hilary-cass-warned-of-threats-to-safety-after-vile-abuse-over-nhs-gender-services-reviewhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aeY1BkCxwoIPuberty Blockershttps://tavistockandportman.nhs.uk/news/early-intervention-study-shows-puberty-blockers-are-a-well-received-intervention-in-carefully-selected-patients/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33529227/https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/teens/puberty/what-are-puberty-blockershttps://www.scientificamerican.com/article/what-are-puberty-blockers-and-how-do-they-work/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9793415/https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/11/well/family/what-are-puberty-blockers.htmlhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9218488https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK547863/https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9577333/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5344188/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK551662/https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJM198112243052602https://wayback.archive-it.org/7993/20170112031859/http:/www.fda.gov/Drugs/DrugSafety/PostmarketDrugSafetyInformationforPatientsandProviders/ucm209842.htmCass Reviewhttps://cass.independent-review.uk/https://cass.independent-review.uk/home/publications/final-report/file:///Users/notcorry/Desktop/CassReview_Final.pdfhttps://www.england.nhs.uk/commissioning/spec-services/npc-crg/gender-dysphoria-clinical-programme/implementing-advice-from-the-cass-review/Criticismshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGZ1Gfu7XXwhttps://www.thepinknews.com/2022/11/03/tavistock-experts-criticise-acp-uk/https://www.advocate.com/health/hilary-cass-nhs-report-debunkedhttps://stonewall.org.uk/cass-reviewhttps://www.equalityhumanrights.com/statement-final-report-cass-review

Ep 262262: The Science of Weed (with @NOAHFINNCE ) | ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL
The 5th anniversary of Sci Guys means it’s high time we spoke about marijuana. Literally… It’s high time. Check out Noah’s music: https://tr.ee/f9DikNPhdQMassive thanks to Evan for vision mixing and keeping us relatively sane: https://youtube.com/evanYou can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further ReadingCannabis Background & BasicsCannabis | WHOhttps://www.who.int/teams/mental-health-and-substance-use/alcohol-drugs-and-addictive-behaviours/drugs-psychoactive/cannabisMarijuana | History, Effects, THC, & Legality | Britannicahttps://www.britannica.com/science/marijuanaHashish | Cannabis, THC, Intoxication | Britannicahttps://www.britannica.com/science/hashishCannabis (Marijuana) DrugFacts | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)https://nida.nih.gov/publications/drugfacts/cannabis-marijuanaWhat We Know About Marijuanahttps://www.cdc.gov/marijuana/what-we-know.htmlThe Name of Cannabis: A Short Guide for Nonbotanists - PMChttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5531363/Hemp | Description, Products, Seeds, Fiber, & Uses | Britannicahttps://www.britannica.com/plant/hempMarijuana and the Brain - How Marijuana Works | HowStuffWorkshttps://science.howstuffworks.com/marijuana3.htmLegality of cannabis - Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legality_of_cannabisHistory of CannabisHistory of cannabis and the endocannabinoid system - PMChttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7605027/On the Preparations of the Indian Hemp, or Gunjah (Cannabis Indica), Their Effects on the Animal System in Health, and Their Utility in the Treatment of Tetanus and Other Convulsive Diseaseshttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30161735/Oldest evidence of marijuana use discovered in 2500-year-old cemetery in peaks of western China | Sciencehttps://www.science.org/content/article/oldest-evidence-marijuana-use-discovered-2500-year-old-cemetery-peaks-western-chinaEffects of Cannabis UseAdverse Health Effects of Marijuana Use - PMChttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4827335/Use of Marijuana: Effect on Brain Health: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Associationhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35142225/Edible marijuana products and potential risks for pediatric populationshttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35634702/The Scientific History of Cannabinoids | Science| Smithsonian Magazinehttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/the-scientific-history-of-cannabinoids-180981561/Health Effects | Marijuana | CDChttps://www.cdc.gov/marijuana/health-effects/index.htmlHow does marijuana affect the brain? Psychological researchers examine impact on different age groups over timehttps://www.apa.org/monitor/2023/06/marijuana-effects-brainCan cannabis kill? Characteristics of deaths following cannabis use in England (1998–2020) - PMChttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9716494https://www.cancer.org/cancer/managing-cancer/treatment-types/complementary-and-integrative-medicine/marijuana-and-cancer.htmlhttps://www.dea.gov/drug-information/drug-scheduling

Ep 261261: The Science of Magic Mushrooms (with NOAHFINNCE)
You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further Readinghttps://www.britannica.com/science/fungushttps://www.britannica.com/science/fungushttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22887928/https://www.britannica.com/science/sclerotiumhttps://science.howstuffworks.com/magic-mushroom6.htmhttps://www.dea.gov/sites/default/files/2020-06/Psilocybin-2020_0.pdfhttps://science.howstuffworks.com/magic-mushroom6.htmhttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/substance-use/controlled-illegal-drugs/magic-mushrooms.htmlhttps://asm.org/articles/2023/february/psilocybin-and-mental-health-the-magic-in-the-mushhttps://adf.org.au/drug-facts/psilocybin/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3277578/https://idp.nature.com/authorize?response_type=cookie&client_id=grover&redirect_uri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nature.com%2Farticles%2Fs41598-020-59282-yhttps://www.standard.co.uk/news/health/trial-magic-mushrooms-psilocybin-depression-maudsley-hospital-london-b1120423.htmlhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8901083/https://adf.org.au/insights/magic-mushrooms-medicine/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6007659/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8156539/https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/dec/14/magic-mushroom-use-grows-in-england-and-wales-ons-figures-showhttps://www.amsterdam.info/drugs/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legal_status_of_psilocybin_mushrooms

Ep 260260: The Science of MDMA
This week we're talking about Molly, and Mandy, or whatever woman's name you want to call MDMA... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further Readinghttps://www.history.com/topics/crime/history-of-mdmahttps://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/mdma-ecstasy-abuse/what-are-mdmas-effects-on-brainhttps://nida.nih.gov/publications/research-reports/mdma-ecstasy-abuse/what-are-mdmas-effects-on-brainhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7878040/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEAr7ThsYewhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538482/https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/news/newsroom/news-releases/2019/04/psychedelic-drug-mdma-may-reawaken-critical-period-in-brain-to-help-treat-ptsdhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34708874/https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-021-01336-3https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8820588/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24006318/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8639540/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK482377/

Ep 259259: The Science of Weight Loss Drugs: Wegovy & Ozempic
People are using a diabetes drug to lose weight, but does it actually owrk? Are there any risks? Should we even be using drugs for fat loss at all?You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further Readinghttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK562269/https://healthmedia.blog.gov.uk/2023/09/04/accessing-wegovy-for-weight-loss-everything-you-need-to-know/https://tspace.library.utoronto.ca/bitstream/1807/129409/2/AMED.2023.9946924.pdfhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK551568/https://health.ucdavis.edu/blog/cultivating-health/ozempic-for-weight-loss-does-it-work-and-what-do-experts-recommend/2023/07https://www.diabetes.org.uk/about-us/news-and-views/ozempic-and-weight-loss-facts-behind-headlineshttps://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/22/well/ozempic-diabetes-weight-loss.htmlhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38300808/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38230266/https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ta875/chapter/2-Information-about-semaglutidehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=laPaezEsteIhttps://www.who.int/health-topics/obesity#tab=tab_3https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/obesity/https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes/overview/what-is-diabetes/type-2-diabeteshttps://www.nhs.uk/conditions/type-2-diabetes/symptoms/https://www.pewresearch.org/science/2024/02/26/how-americans-view-weight-loss-drugs-and-their-potential-impact-on-obesity-in-the-u-s/https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a618008.htmlhttps://www.nhs.uk/conditions/type-1-diabetes/about-type-1-diabetes/what-is-type-1-diabetes/

Ep 258258: Alexithymia: The Science of Emotional Blindness (with @NOAHFINNCE
Use code SCIGUYS at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/SCIGUYSAlexithymia is the inability to understand or recognise emotions, so this week Noah joins us to talk about his feelings... You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further Readinghttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8456171/https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-suffolk-64253360https://neuro.psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/appi.neuropsych.14070169https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6056680/https://www.britannica.com/science/emotion/The-structure-of-emotionshttps://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/what-are-emotionshttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7005782/

Ep 257257: The Science of Pregnancy (with Rebecca Hanssen)
Use code SCIGUYS at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: https://incogni.com/SCIGUYS Luke is having a baby - surprise! So this week we're joined by the lovely Rebecca Hanssen to chat about pregnancy & the absolutely insane effects it has on the body... Grab yourself some merch! You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel Help keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon! If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! sciguys.co.uk TikTok Twitter Instagram Facebook If you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/corrections Follow the Sci Guys @notcorry / @lukecutforth References & Further Reading https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK559304/#:~:text=Pregnancy%20is%20a%20state%20of,to%20sustain%20the%20growing%20fetus. https://www.britannica.com/science/pregnancy/Anatomic-and-physiologic-changes-in-other-organs-and-tissues https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4928162/ https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2023/04/12/1159753316/pregnancy-start-conception https://www.cam.ac.uk/stories/pregnancy-sickness-cause https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/related-conditions/common-symptoms/vomiting-and-morning-sickness/ https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/folicacid/about.html#:~:text=Why%20folic%20acid%20is%20important,and%20spine%20(spina%20bifida). https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/related-conditions/common-symptoms/bleeding-gums/

Ep 256256: The Science of The Challenger Explosion
The Challenger Tragedy claimed the lives of 7 people, but maybe it shouldn't really be described as an accident...Grab yourself some merch!You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences & Further Readinghttps://www.britannica.com/event/Challenger-disasterhttps://www.nasa.gov/challenger-sts-51l-accident/https://www.space.com/18084-space-shuttle-challenger.htmlhttps://www.nasa.gov/history/35-years-ago-remembering-challenger-and-her-crew/https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/challenger-explodeshttps://digital.nls.uk/1980s/science-technology/challenger-disaster/https://www.theguardian.com/science/2021/jan/29/us-space-shuttle-challenger-explodes-after-take-off-1986https://www.history.com/news/how-the-challenger-disaster-changed-nasahttps://www.harpercollins.com/blogs/harperkids/space-shuttle-challenger-explosionhttps://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelperegrine/2021/01/24/the-lasting-leadership-lessons-from-the-challenger-disaster/https://ajp.psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/ajp.156.10.1536https://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2016/01/28/464744781/30-years-after-disaster-challenger-engineer-still-blames-himselfhttps://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/oct/16/challenger-disaster-american-netflix-space-shuttlehttps://digital.nls.uk/1980s/science-technology/challenger-disaster/https://www.history.com/news/how-the-challenger-disaster-changed-nasahttps://www.theguardian.com/science/2021/jan/29/us-space-shuttle-challenger-explodes-after-take-off-1986https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/challenger-explodeshttps://www.nasa.gov/history/35-years-ago-remembering-challenger-and-her-crew/https://www.space.com/18084-space-shuttle-challenger.htmlhttps://www.space.com/18084-space-shuttle-challenger.htmlhttps://www.britannica.com/event/Challenger-disasterhttps://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/oct/16/challenger-disaster-american-netflix-space-shuttlehttps://ajp.psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/ajp.156.10.1536https://www.history.com/news/big-bird-challenger-disaster-nasa-sesame-street

Ep 255255: The Science of Free Money (Universal Basic Income)
Does UBI help people? Will it destroy the concept of work ethic? Is it even enough to fix Capitalism's problems? Let's see what science has to say about free money... Grab yourself some merch! You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel Help keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon! If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! sciguys.co.uk TikTok Twitter Instagram Facebook If you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/corrections Follow the Sci Guys @notcorry / @lukecutforth References and Further Reading References & Further Reading Universal Basic Income https://www.imf.org/en/Publications/fandd/issues/2018/12/what-is-universal-basic-income-basics https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8378560/ https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0047272723000634 UBI Trials https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/2020/2/19/21112570/universal-basic-income-ubi-map https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/jun/04/universal-basic-income-of-1600-pounds-a-month-to-be-trialled-in-england https://www.london.gov.uk/who-we-are/what-london-assembly-does/questions-mayor/find-an-answer/universal-basic-income-trial-findings https://www.givedirectly.org/2023-ubi-results/ UBI & Health https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0277953621007061 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0047272723000634 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34319878/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34319890/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7208547/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33789535/ UBI & Wealth https://www.york.ac.uk/news-and-events/news/2022/research/basic-income-could-cut-poverty/ https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2023/nov/16/ai-is-coming-for-our-jobs-could-universal-basic-income-be-the-solution

Ep 254254: The Science of Dyslexia
Trouble reading this? You might need glasses, or... you could be dyslexic - which, thanks to our patrons, is exactly what we're talking about this week! Grab yourself some merch! You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channel Help keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon! If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials! sciguys.co.uk TikTok Twitter Instagram Facebook If you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/corrections Follow the Sci Guys @notcorry / @lukecutforth References and Further Reading https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/dyslexia/diagnosis/ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/dyslexia/symptoms/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK557668/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2967798/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6430506/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30458541/ https://www.researchgate.net/publication/320507873_Dyslexia_and_Specific_Learning_Disorders_New_International_Diagnostic_Criteria https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/specific-learning-disorder/what-is-specific-learning-disorder https://www.bdadyslexia.org.uk/dyslexia/how-is-dyslexia-diagnosed

Ep 253253: The Science of IQ
Whether you're a smarty pants or not, you should listen to this episode; it's guaranteed to make you smarter. Probably...Grab yourself some merch!You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences and Further Reading https://www.britannica.com/science/IQ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6927908/ https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/12/121219133334.htm https://www.science.org/content/article/what-does-iq-really-measure https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3341646/ https://www.cnbc.com/2021/03/10/harvard-psychologist-types-of-intelligence-where-do-you-score-highest-in.html https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/rational-and-irrational-thought-the-thinking-that-iq-tests-miss/ https://www.discovermagazine.com/mind/do-iq-tests-actually-measure-intelligence https://science.howstuffworks.com/life/inside-the-mind/human-brain/question455.htm https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7709590/

Ep 252252: The Science of Chronic Fatigue & Ear Seeds
Dragons' Den promoted a purported "cure" to ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, but are these Ear Seeds pseduoscience or a super-cure?Grab yourself some merch!You can WATCH the podcast over on our YouTube channelHelp keep the show running by supporting us on Patreon!If you'd like to see more of us, follow our socials!sciguys.co.ukTikTokTwitterInstagramFacebookIf you spot any points that need correcting, head to sciguys.co.uk/correctionsFollow the Sci Guys@notcorry / @lukecutforthReferences and Further Readinghttps://www.forbes.com/sites/nomanazish/2022/11/26/everything-you-need-to-know-about-ear-seeding/?sh=12302f8452afhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-56482374https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/jan/24/doctors-complain-to-bbc-over-dragons-den-contestants-claim-to-have-cured-mehttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-68097756https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK532287/https://www.britannica.com/science/acupuncturehttps://www.nhs.uk/conditions/acupuncture/https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/acupuncture-what-you-need-to-knowhttps://www.bmj.com/content/376/bmj-2021-067475https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/chronic-fatigue-syndrome-cfs/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK557676/https://www.bmj.com/content/384/bmj.q204.full