Last updated on July 29, 2024 – 11:59 AM
In our latest podcast, Don't Do That, we tackle the internet's wildest myths and offer an antidote to the outlandish life hacks that fill our feeds.
Each week, host and podcast producer/journalist Julia Webster will act as your fact-based tour guide, examining these myths and separating fact from fiction as she tackles each trend.
We investigate the truth behind viral trends and examine the latest “miracle cures” trending on TikTok and Instagram. With a sharp wit and a degree in biology, Julia combines her scientific knowledge with her journalistic talents to dig deep into these trends.
Midway through the episodes, a range of experts, from urologists to ophthalmologists to alternative medicine specialists, join in to form a panel to denounce the nonsense.
Topics covered in Series 1 include:
Rosemary oil is effective for hair growth. The studies people use to make claims are fraudulent.
Ear Acupuncture: The scam that busted Dragons' Den. After Gisele Boxer successfully pitched it to all six dragons, everyone wanted to know what ear acupuncture was. In this episode, we explain why ear acupuncture is not ancient, nor Chinese, and it's not a cure-all.
Mouth tape. Some say it helps them sleep better, while kids on TikTok say it tightens their jawline.
DMG Media's “Don't Do That” will be available on all podcast providers starting Monday, August 5th.
