The Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast

20. Sun's Out, Passports Out

In Episode 20, Tom discusses his disappointment with Assassins Creed and Evan ponders his new haircut choice. For the news headlines John discusses Neuralink's monkey brain pong, Tom examines the updated CDC mask guidelines and Evan investigates smell training.

In the main news, Tom discusses his experience with pain and a new study that may help reduce this while Evan examines the pros and cons of a vaccine passport. So join us for some humour, discussion and science fun.

19. Does It Clot or Not - The AstraZeneca Saga, And A Potential Vaccine For MS

Welcome to Episode 19 where we talk blood personalities, blood clots and vaccines. The guys try to decipher John's blood group based on his personality while in the headlines Evan discusses new findings in relation to Neanderthals.

In their main stories, Evan has a deep dive into the recent troubles with the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine and Tom examines the potential of RNA technology in treating Multiple Sclerosis. So join us for humour, discussion and more.

18. Concussion and Future Blood Part II

On this episode Evan and Tom talk coronavirus, concussion and blood products of the future.

Tom reveals his awkward encounter while getting some sausage and talks about synthetic cells. Evan briefly examines the AstraZeneca vaccine and the the new WHO report on the origin of COVID-19.

In their main stories Evan discusses a new diagnostic test for concussion while Tom wraps up his series on blood substitutes and potential future opportunities. All topped off with some discussion and humour.

17. Professor Luke O'Neill

Join the guys for a very special episode featuring Professor Luke O'Neill. Luke is an immunologist, biochemist and author based in Trinity College Dublin. Tom and Evan discuss the work Luke is doing in his lab to combat COVID-19, his thoughts on the European pause of the AstraZeneca vaccine and the challenges of science communication in an era of misinformation. So join us for some great discussion and insights from one of Ireland's top research professors.

16. Normalising Blood Transfusion and Gut Microbiome Scepticism, Persevering on Mars

Join the guys as Evan discusses getting his first vaccine dose and his urge to buy Microsoft products, Tom's hope to start LSD micro-dosing takes a step forward and John rejoins to relive the perseverance rover landing on Mars.

For their main stories, Evan casts a sceptical eye on the hype of the microbiome while Tom gives us part one of his talk on blood transfusion and the possibility of using non-blood based products. All topped off with some discussion, humor and debate.

15. Animal Cognition with Dr Jim McGetrick

Join us on Episode 15 where are joined by animal cognition researcher Dr Jim McGetrick. Jim is a Postdoctoral scientist, specialising in animal behaviour and higher cognition, primarily in dogs.

The guys quiz Jim on all things animal related ranging from whether your dog can truly love you, to monogamy in birds and what your dog breed can really say about you. All topped off with some humour, discussion and hopefully you can leave with some cool facts about animal behavioural science. 

14. Deep Brain Stimulation and Contraceptive Equality

On Episode 14 of the Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast the guys discuss an unorthodox method of swabbing for Covid-19 and they try out a new segment where they discuss David Attenborough, the "nature guy".

For their main stories, Evan examines deep brain stimulation and how it is used in treating disease, along with Neuralink, while Tom discusses the male "pill", its use as a contraceptive and everyone's reaction to taking it.

All topped off with some humour, discussion and fun.

13. Asymptomatic Mania and Peptides To The Rescue

On Episode 13 of the Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast, the lads discuss Netherlands under curfew, moving away from WhatsApp and Michelle Obama becoming a Jedi.

In the main discussion, Tom investigates a new peptide that may help in the treatment of COVID-19 while Evan examines asymptomatic transmission and whether it is a driver of cases or not.

So join us for some discussion, laughs and news from the science world.

12. New Year, New Vaccine, New Me

On Episode 12 of the Sceptically Inclined Science Podcast the guys welcome you to the new year by talking about all things vaccine-related. Tom discusses recent anaphylactic reactions in some vaccine recipients and the molecular mechanisms of how the Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna vaccines work.

Evan examines vaccine trials, how they were carried out for the vaccines developed for SARS-COV-2 and casts his sceptical eye on the recent Pfizer/BioNTech data that had been released.

11. A Will To Conceive and Unmasking The Truth

Join Sceptically Inclined Science for the last episode before Christmas break. The guys discuss their headlines: a new animal model for Covid-19 and targeting the subconscious in reducing post-operative pain.

In their main stories Evan investigates a Danish study of face masks and the politicisation of science in a Covid-19 era while Tom discusses mitochondrial diseases and the 'three parent baby'. 

All topped off with discussion, humour and some reflection on the year.