In today’s episode, I’m tackling a viral health claim that sounds simple—but isn’t: that doing 10 squats every 45 minutes during an 8.5-hour period of sitting is better for blood sugar regulation than taking a 30-minute walk.

Is that what the research actually says? Not quite.

We’ll break down the study’s methodology, expose the grammatical ambiguity that helped this misinformation spread, and reveal how even AI initially misread the study.

Plus, you’ll learn why you should make reading the methods section of research your superpower, how bad science communication erodes public trust, and why representation in research matters more than you think.

Join me as I unpack what this study really found, challenge misleading claims, and share practical tips for spotting the next viral “science-backed” myth before it fools you.

Referenced:

• The Study
• The Video on Instagram
• The Tweet
• The Newsweek Article

In today’s episode, I’m tackling the bold, research-backed claim that AI produces lower carbon emissions for writing and drawing than humans. We’ll break down the study’s methodology, question its framing, and uncover the glaring omissions that make its conclusions feel more like a pro-AI pitch than neutral science. Plus, you’ll learn what Mark Twain has to do with all of this and why apples-to-oranges carbon calculations can skew the bigger picture.

Join me as I unpack the study’s findings, explore why bias in research matters, and share tips for critically evaluating the next viral “science-backed” claim you encounter.

Referenced:

• Scientific Reports article
• The Writer Magazine
• EPA’s Greenhouse Gas Equivalencies Calculator
• The Nature Conservancy’s footprint calculator

In today’s episode, I’m diving into the viral claim behind the triple nod, touted as a research backed hack for better communication. We’ll trace its evolution over the years, explore the research (or lack thereof) that backs it up, and unpack how ambiguous stats and missing citations can turn into misinformation. From precise percentages to vague references, we’ll see whether this popular nonverbal cue holds up to scrutiny.

Join me as I separate fact from fiction, explain why transparency in sharing “research” matters, and share tips for navigating the next viral stat you encounter.

Referenced:

• Mel Robbins Podcast
• YouTube video for the speaker’s organization
• The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast
• Time Magazine article
• LifeHacker
• Science of People