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Science in the Epstein files: Optics-obsessed Al Seckel, Epstein’s post-jail PR person
Al Seckel, skilled in fighting people’s efforts to reveal the truths of his life, also led the effort to clear Epstein’s name post-jail time.
Science in the Epstein files: “Lots of interesting scientists visiting” Zorro Ranch
Sheeva talks about why everyone should care that scientists purportedly visited the Epstein ranch in New Mexico.
Science in the Epstein files: Living above the law, Jeffrey Epstein reinforced sexism in science
“The women are all weak and a distraction,” Epstein wrote about women in STEM.
Science in the Epstein files: Epstein’s post-jail welcome from elite scientists meant he could continue to influence science
Jeffrey Epstein’s science influence only grew after leaving his Palm Beach County Jail prison term early.
Science in the Epstein files: What are implicated scientists saying?
Sheeva looks into attitudes Epstein-affiliated researchers have about their own ties.
Science in the Epstein files: Jeffrey Epstein, freshly out of jail, was thanked in a 2010 Nature paper
Sheeva tells the story of how, in 2010, freshly out of jail, Epstein was thanked in a Nature paper.
Science in the Epstein files: Epstein’s love of deception wove a tangled web, entrapping scientists
Sheeva examines Jeffrey Epstein’s love of research into the practice of deception.
Science in the Epstein files: Why did Epstein fund so much science?
Jeffrey Epstein funded science when it helped him get ahead…which was often.
Dana Perino on Dreaming Big in Political Public Relations
Sheeva reviews AND THE GOOD NEWS IS… by former White House Press Secretary and current Fox News host Dana Perino.
I didn’t vote for George W. Bush, but I loved reading his memoir, anyway
Reading DECISION POINTS, George W. Bush’s memoir, gave Sheeva a new perspective on her college years.
A Time-Capsule Noruz Greeting to Future Iran
Sheeva wrote a Noruz greeting in mid-January earlier in 2026, when the government of Iran was cracking down on protestors angry about the country’s declining economy under authoritarian rule.
Here’s why we can’t take the scientists named in the Epstein files at their word
Actions speak louder than words when it comes to scientists behaving badly.
Here’s every scientist I found in the Epstein Files
Sheeva brings receipts to the discussion of scientists in the Epstein files.
Looking Back to Our First Year, Six Years Later
For our six year launchiversary, Sheeva recaps Fancy Comma’s first year of blog posts.
USAID’s Closure, Six Months Later: What are the impacts and who is filling the void?
Monet Wright unpacks the aftermath of USAID’s closing, six months later.
Regulatory and Manufacturing Reforms Can Improve Medication Access in the US
For people needing prescription drugs, prices are high and supplies low. Monet Wright suggests some reforms.
For better or worse, the US is charting new territory in health policy. What now?
Politics has fractured federal public health during and after COVID. Bipartisan narratives focused on the greater good can restore public trust in U.S. health initiatives.
What’s at stake with “America First” vs. multilateralism in US Climate Policy — and where do we go from here?
Monet Wright examines multilateralism vs. “America First” climate policies and impacts.
Participatory Action Research as a Research-Based Framework for Rapidly-Evolving Public Health Messaging
Participatory action research could improve public trust in science and communication during health crises.
A Science Freelancer’s Wish List of Creative Projects
Sheeva Azma seeks more creative freedom as a science marketer.
A Moment (and Music Playlist) for Science Creatives
Sheeva shares comments and a Spotify playlist celebrating science creatives.
The 1 Not-So-Weird Trick to Lower Healthcare Costs
Disincentivizing preventable patient harm in hospitals would boost the global economy by 0.7% per year.
Former Congressional Staffer Explains Ways to Make Policy More Evidence-Based with Scientist Involvement
Adriana Bankston spent a year working for Rep. Bill Foster in Congress. She says scientists can advance evidence-based policymaking in Congress.
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