Obesity has often been viewed as a personal failing, a consequence of poor individual choices. But is this really the full picture? In the latest episode of Paul Talks Science, host Paul Adepoju delves into…
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S02E10: Can Lifestyle Changes Really Boost Your Cancer Survival?
In the latest episode of Paul Talks Science, Dr. Helen Croker, Assistant Director of Research and Policy at the World Cancer Research Fund International, delves into the critical topic of lifestyle factors and their impact…
S02E09: How Ireland is Fighting for Cancer Survivors
In this episode, we explore Ireland’s groundbreaking approach to cancer advocacy through two compelling conversations with leaders from the Irish Cancer Society. CEO Averil Power shares how relentless advocacy led to landmark legislation requiring cancer…
S02E08: Long Reads, Big Impact — The Next Leap in Rare Disease Research
In this episode, I sit down with Prof. Christian Gilissen, a pioneer in genome bioinformatics, and Head of Bioinformatics at Radboud University Medical Center, to explore how long-read sequencing is revolutionizing the diagnosis of rare diseases. For patients…
S02E07: Gut Feelings — PFAS, Microbiomes, and Kidney Damage
In this episode of Paul Talks Science, I sat down with Dr. Hailey Hampson, a postdoctoral fellow at the University of South Carolina and the University of Washington, to discuss a growing but often overlooked…
S02E06: Forever Chemicals — The Invisible Threat We Can’t Ignore
PFAS—also known as “forever chemicals”—are everywhere. They’re in our water, our soil, our food, and even our bodies. These toxic substances have been linked to serious health risks, yet industries continue to manufacture and use…
S02 E05: Head Hits and Hidden Risks — Unmasking CTE in Ice Hockey and Beyond
Guest: Dr. Jesse Mez, Associate Professor of Neurology, Boston University In this episode of Paul Talks Science, we explore a critical but often overlooked issue in contact sports: Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) in ice hockey….
S02 E04: Can Your City Make You Healthier? Data Says Yes
When we think about health, we often focus on personal choices—how much we exercise, what we eat, and our lifestyle habits. But what if our environment plays a bigger role than we realize? In the…
S02E03: Why Your Postcode Can Determine Your Prognosis
In an ideal world, healthcare should be universal, accessible, and equitable—but in reality, where you live can impact your health outcomes. In this episode of Paul Talks Science, we dive into the hidden inequalities in…
S02 E02: Long COVID — A Crisis with No End in Sight?
Understanding the Global Burden of Long COVID More than four years since the COVID-19 pandemic began, millions of people worldwide are still dealing with its long-term effects. From persistent fatigue and brain fog to more…