How Evidence Shows What Really Works
Interview with Helen Pearson about her book Beyond Belief: How Evidence Shows What Really Works. Explores why evidence – especially scientific – is vital in an age of misinformation, examining its historical development through pioneers like Ian Chalmers and Archie Cochrane, and the evolution of methodologies like randomised controlled trials and meta-analyses. Highlights how rigorous evidence can inform decision-making across medicine, social policy, policing, education, and parenting, offering practical insights into what truly works. Also addresses the challenges of distinguishing credible information, combating bias, and fostering trust in science amidst political polarisation and the spread of pseudoscience.
