Beyond the Buzz Podcast
Short, evidence-informed episodes examining health, technology, culture, and business questions already attracting meaningful public attention.
Hosted by Dr. Tara Moroz — scientist and communicator with decades of experience translating complex human research into clear, evidence-informed insight.
Beyond the Buzz asks what the strongest relevant evidence supports, what remains uncertain, and what that means for the real-world decision in front of you.
Each week, Tara takes a question already attracting meaningful public attention and does the research so you don’t have to — finding and weighing the relevant evidence and translating it into a clear, practical bottom line.
Each episode follows a clear arc:
The Buzz
Receipt Check
What the Evidence Shows
Why the Buzz Resonates
The Takeaway
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Can You Actually Prevent a Hangover?
What the evidence says about products promising a better morning after drinking
Does “Science-Backed” Mean a Consumer Health Product Works?
A scientific explanation can sound convincing without showing that a product delivers a meaningful benefit.
Can Bond-Repair Treatments Really Fix Damaged Hair?
What “repair” really means when damaged hair looks stronger, smoother, or healthier.
Do IV Vitamin Drips Actually Work?
What changes when a wellness treatment looks more medical than the alternatives?
Does Creatine Actually Work — and Who Benefits?
The benefits depend less on the buzz than on what you want creatine to do.
Is a Gluten-Free Diet Healthier Without Celiac Disease?
Going gluten-free may change your diet, but that does not necessarily make it healthier.
Which Anti-Aging Skincare Ingredients Actually Work?
Retinoids, hyaluronic acid, peptides, and collagen creams make different promises — and the evidence differs too.
Can Dating Apps Really Find You a Better Match?
What dating apps can improve, what algorithms cannot predict, and where your judgment still matters.
Are Microplastics in Your Body Harmful?
Microplastics are being detected in humans, but what that means for personal health is less certain.
Are Natural Health Products Safe and Effective?
A clearer way to evaluate supplement claims, benefits, safety, and interactions
Do Collagen Supplements Actually Work?
What the evidence suggests for skin, joints, exercise, and realistic expectations
Are Bladder Leaks Normal or Treatable?
Why identifying the type of leakage matters before choosing a treatment
Can a Blood Test Diagnose Perimenopause?
Why symptoms and cycle changes may matter more than a single hormone result
Should You Diagnose Your Mental Health Online?
A clearer way to think about symptoms, self-diagnosis, and online mental health advice
Is Sunscreen Safe — And Does It Work?
How to weigh sunscreen benefits, vitamin D concerns, and ingredient uncertainty.
Are Ultra-Processed Foods Bad for You?
How to think clearly about packaged foods without turning eating into fear.
Are Wellness Trends Worth Your Time and Money?
A clearer lens for judging health claims, tech tools, and wellness promises
Is Your Sex Life Normal?
A calmer way to think about sex, satisfaction, and comparison across adulthood
Are Peptides Worth It for Muscle and Aging?
A calmer way to weigh targeted promises against what actually holds up.
Should You Avoid Seed Oils?
A calmer way to think about seed oils, health claims, and everyday food choices.