The Rationable Podcast

The Rationable Podcast

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Every week we dig into an aspect of our world and look at it through the lens of science and critical thinking. We separate fact from fake as we explore diets, medicines, science news and trends. Jump in every week to get smarter and build your immunity against fads, pseudoscience and fake news.

Episode List

Indian vs American Medical Systems: Which One is BETTER? | With ROHIN FRANCIS From MEDLIFE CRISIS

Mar 2nd, 2026 2:47 PM

Rohin Francis from @MedlifeCrisis joins us to talk about the differences, both good and bad, between the medical systems of the US, India and the UK. If you've wondered about the strengths and weaknesses of these medical systems and how they effect our everyday lives, you have to listen to this conversation! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBw4dVlegYC-g5_mnkC780g/join Or Support and get involved with Rationable on Patreon at patreon.com/rationableIntro and outro music: Heat by Distill: https://youtu.be/KuitHZCVMxc?si=HE10i_8mhsVXGJhe‍ ‍For the full transcript along with links to citations and further reading, visit www.berationable.com. Get updates and join the conversation on the Rationable Conversations Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/rationable.conversations/) Contact me at abhijit@berationable.com. For more content like this, visit www.berationable.com. Produced by www.elfstudios.in ​

Dr Supriya Malik Reveals the TRUTH about ADHD & AUTISM!

Feb 14th, 2026 7:25 AM

In this milestone episode of Rationable Conversations, we are joined by Dr. Supriya Malik, the executive director of the Canadian Autism Network and a developmental psychologist with 18 years of experience. Dr. Malik discusses her work with Embrace, a mental health and developmental care platform in Delhi, and sheds light on topics such as ADHD, autism, neurodivergence, early diagnosis, and the importance of therapy. We also delve into the differences and similarities between ADHD and autism, emotional regulation, and the stigma around seeking therapeutic help. This informative session aims to raise awareness and provide support for those dealing with neurodivergent conditions.Embrace Lives Website: https://www.embracelives.com/ In Your Corner: https://amzn.to/4o20VxP Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBw4dVlegYC-g5_mnkC780g/join Or Support and get involved with Rationable on Patreon at patreon.com/rationable. Intro and outro music: Heat by Distill: https://youtu.be/KuitHZCVMxc?si=HE10i_8mhsVXGJhe For the full transcript along with links to citations and further reading, visit www.berationable.com. Get updates and join the conversation on the Rationable Conversations Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/rationable.conversations/) Contact me at abhijit@berationable.com. For more content like this, visit www.berationable.com. Filmed and edited by: Cinesky Photography (https://www.instagram.com/cineskyofficial?igsh=MWNsdjBqa3R3ajFiMA==) Shot at Talktopia Podcasts, a part of Elf Studios, New Delhi. For more information about Talktopia Podcasts and Elf Studios, please visit www.elfstudios.in or https://www.instagram.com/talktopiapodcasts

The Importance of Skepticism in the Modern World with Evan Bernstein

Feb 5th, 2026 10:13 AM

In this episode, we sit down with Evan Bernstein from the Skeptics Guide to the Universe. Evan shares his journey into skepticism, the impact of the Skeptics Guide, and his personal background, including his religious upbringing and transition to skepticism. We delve into various topics, such as the role of skepticism in understanding the latest scientific and skeptical news, free will, the pseudoscience in finance, and the influence of popular culture on pseudoscientific beliefs. Don't miss this deeply insightful conversation that touches on critical thinking, the skeptical movement, and more.Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBw4dVlegYC-g5_mnkC780g/join Or Support and get involved with Rationable on Patreon at patreon.com/rationable. Intro and outro music: Heat by Distill: https://youtu.be/KuitHZCVMxc?si=HE10i_8mhsVXGJhe For the full transcript along with links to citations and further reading, visit www.berationable.com. Get updates and join the conversation on the Rationable Conversations Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/rationable.conversations/) Contact me at abhijit@berationable.com. For more content like this, visit www.berationable.com. Filmed and edited by: Cinesky Photography (https://www.instagram.com/cineskyofficial) Shot at Talktopia Podcasts, a part of Elf Studios, New Delhi. For more information about Talktopia Podcasts and Elf Studios, please visit www.elfstudios.in or https://www.instagram.com/talktopiapodcasts

The Shocking Truth About Pseudoscience in Therapy | Cara Santa Maria

Feb 3rd, 2026 8:29 AM

Cara Santa Maria joins us for an riveting conversation on the science and pseudoscience of mental health and therapy in the context of the book she and Stephen Hupp recently compiled and edited called Pseudoscience in Therapy. Cara is a science communicator and is now a clinical psychologist working with cancer patients. She is the host of her podcast called Talk Nerdy and also a co-host on the Skeptic's Guide to the Universe. Talk Nerdy and Cara's website: https://www.carasantamaria.com/The Skeptic's Guide to the Universe: https://www.theskepticsguide.org/Pseudoscience in Therapy Edited by Stephen Hupp and Cara Santa Maria: https://amzn.to/4hmaOVm In Your Corner: https://amzn.to/48KZOyMJoin this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBw4dVlegYC-g5_mnkC780g/join Or Support and get involved with Rationable on Patreon at patreon.com/rationable. Intro and outro music: Heat by Distill: https://youtu.be/KuitHZCVMxc?si=HE10i_8mhsVXGJhe For the full transcript along with links to citations and further reading, visit www.berationable.com. Get updates and join the conversation on the Rationable Conversations Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/rationable.conversations/) Contact me at abhijit@berationable.com. For more content like this, visit www.berationable.com.

The Dark Side of Wellness EXPOSED: How YOUR Mental Health is Being Exploited

Jan 26th, 2026 2:38 PM

Dr Jonathan Stea is a clinical psychologist in Alberta, Canada, and has recently written a book called Mind the Science. We talk about how the wellness industry and its many pseudoscientific practices are exploiting your mental health to make money off you. If you have ever wondered about reiki, energy healing, accupuncture, Goop and others and how legitimate their claims are, you need to listen to this episide. Book links with associate links: Mind the Science by Dr Jonathan N Stea: Kindle: https://amzn.to/46P8P7d Hardcover: https://amzn.to/3KBwznS In your Corner by Naina Srivastava and Fazal Kidwai: Kindle: https://amzn.to/46Tm3Qu Paperback: https://amzn.to/4gS06po Support and get involved with Rationable on Patreon at patreon.com/rationable. Intro and outro music: Heat by Distill: https://youtu.be/KuitHZCVMxc?si=HE10i_8mhsVXGJhe Get updates and join the conversation on the Rationable Conversations Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/rationable.conversations/) or the Whatsapp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LgCfEtxTMpWDB1XZc3cKpx Contact me at abhijit@berationable.com. For more content like this, visit www.berationable.com.

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