Randall Bock: “How to Fix Science” | Tom Nelson Pod #362

Randall Bock discusses the prevalence of misinformation and hierarchical biases in the scientific community, using examples like COVID-19, Zika, and peer review's limitations. He argues that current systems encourage conformity and lack rigorous validation, proposing a new model where scientific claims are evaluated similar to sports, incorporating transparency, prediction markets, and replication bounties. Bock emphasizes the need for open inquiry and structural changes to prevent entrenched scientific gatekeeping and improve overall research quality. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 01:03 Critique of Dr. Fauci and Peter Hotez 01:44 The Dual Nature of Science 02:37 Science and Sports Analogies 05:07 The Role of Peer Review in Science 05:37 Zika and Misinformation 08:20 Scientific Guilds and Their Impact 12:26 Proposed Solutions for Scientific Integrity 22:43 Historical Examples and Peer Review Critique 27:43 Climate Science and Publication Challenges 28:57 Payola and Scientific Authority 30:21 Peter Hotez and Anti-Science Critique 31:14 Fauci 1.0 vs. Fauci 2.0 32:10 The Soviet Influence on Science 33:31 The Tenure Trap in Academia 35:23 The Guild System in Science 36:07 The Problem with Peer Review 40:59 Proposing a New Scientific Framework 42:26 The Role of Reputation in Science 47:41 Challenges and Solutions in Open Science 49:07 Final Thoughts and Future Directions Peer Review Is a Guild: https://substack.com/home/post/p-180649436 How to Fix Science: https://dailysceptic.org/2025/12/12/how-to-fix-science/ The Hidden Cost of Mental Health Parity: https://brownstone.org/articles/the-hidden-cost-of-mental-health-parity/