Beyond the Buzz Podcast
Short, evidence-informed episodes exploring why trends resonate — and what the science actually shows.
Hosted by Dr. Tara Moroz — scientist and communicator with decades of experience translating complex human research into clear, evidence-informed insight.
Each weekly episode follows a clear arc:
The Buzz
Receipt Check
What the Evidence Shows
Why the Trend Resonates
The Takeaway
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Red-Light Therapy and Exercise Recovery Claims
How glowing recovery tools promise more than the evidence consistently supports
Cold Plunging and Claims About Improving Mood
What the evidence suggests when a powerful experience feels like a mental reset
AI Chatbots and Mental Health Support
Understanding when digital support feels helpful, and where its limits begin to matter
AI Health Answers and the Risk of Misinformation
Why confident AI health answers can feel reassuring even when the evidence behind them is unclear
Do Daily Supplements Actually Increase Energy?
Why feeling tired often leads to supplements — and what evidence suggests about their real impact
How the Need for Certainty Shapes Health Decisions
Why the urge to know for sure can quietly shape how we search, worry, and decide
How Sleep Trackers Shape What We Think About Sleep
Why sleep data can influence how rested you feel, not just how you slept
What Probiotics Really Do for Gut Health
Understanding why probiotic benefits are specific, limited, and often misunderstood can clarify gut health claims.
Beyond The Buzz - Trailer
Welcome to Beyond the Buzz — a short-form, evidence-informed podcast for curious adults. Hosted by Dr. Tara Moroz, the series explores the science behind today’s health, technology, and culture trends in concise episodes under eight minutes. New episodes launch weekly.