Beyond the Buzz Podcast
Short, evidence-informed episodes helping you decide which health, technology, culture, and business trends, claims, and conversations are worth your time, money, attention, or concern.
Hosted by Dr. Tara Moroz — scientist and communicator with decades of experience translating complex human research into clear, evidence-informed insight.
Beyond the Buzz goes beyond asking whether something works to ask what the evidence means for the real-world decision in front of you.
Each week, Tara starts with a question already attracting meaningful public attention that she genuinely wants to understand. She does the research so you don’t have to — weighing what the evidence supports, what remains uncertain, and what that means for the decision.
Each episode follows a clear arc:
The Buzz
Receipt Check
What the Evidence Shows
Why the Buzz Resonates
The Evidence Clarity Moment
Filter By Category
Are Wellness Trends Worth Your Time and Money?
A clearer lens for judging health claims, tech tools, and wellness promises
How Much Does Money Really Affect Happiness?
Understanding how income, financial stress, and daily life shape what wellbeing actually feels like
How Do People Decide to Join Clinical Trials?
Understanding what shapes research participation decisions — from trust and information to everyday practical realities
Influencer Health Advice and the Meaning of Authenticity
Why relatable health advice can feel trustworthy — and how to think more clearly about it
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 examines the evidence behind today’s health, technology, and culture trends in episodes usually around 10 minutes. New episodes launch weekly.