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Monkeys, Myths, and Molecules: Separating Fact from Fiction, and the Science of Everyday Life
Monkeys, Myths, and Molecules: Separating Fact from Fiction, and the Science of Everyday Life
Monkeys, Myths, and Molecules: Separating Fact from Fiction, and the Science of Everyday Life
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Monkeys, Myths, and Molecules: Separating Fact from Fiction, and the Science of Everyday Life

Written by Dr. Joe Schwarcz

Narrated by Garrett Goodison

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A healthy dose of scientific skepticism in the information age, from bestselling author Dr. Joe Schwarz


The internet is a powerful beast; no matter what question you may have, the answer is just a few keystrokes away. But with so many sources available, and so many conflicting answers, how do you know what information is reliable? In Monkeys, Myths, and Molecules, Dr. Joe Schwarcz takes a critical look at how scientific facts are misconstrued in the media, debunking myths surrounding canned food, artificial dyes, SPF, homeopathy, cancer, chemicals, and much more. Unafraid to expose the sheer nonsense people are led to believe about health, food, drugs, and our environment, Dr. Joe confronts pseudoscience and convincingly and entertainingly advocates for a scientific approach to everyday life.

LanguageEnglish
PublisherECW Audio
Release dateJul 20, 2020
ISBN9781773056302

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