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Above The Noise
How Should Schools Educate Teens About Drugs?
Season 7
Episode 1
In The 80's D.A.R.E was widely accepted by schools all over the country, but scientists found it wasn't really effective. Fast forward to present day and D.A.R.E is still around... sort of. Myles investigates how D.A.R.E. has changed their curriculum and other ways that drug education is being taught in schools. Join him in answering the question: How should schools educate teens about drugs?

4:38
We investigate how algorithms are being used in the criminal justice system.

5:18
We breaks down gerrymandering and how politicians on both sides rig the voting system.

5:20
Why our brains can so easily make us believe that fake news is real news.

6:45
Adam Savage talks about why scientific inquiry is more important than ever.

2:36
A special report about young activists at the San Francisco March for Science

4:55
We explore how Snapchat compares to other social media platforms in affecting your brain.

4:06
Should the U.S. ban energy drinks for minors?

4:45
We discuss some of the high hurdles researchers face when trying to study marijuana.

4:15
Learn how to spot bad science reporting through 4 simple letters: G-L-A-D.

4:37
Looking into how your position in society affects your health.