Beyond The Script

For millions of people, spring means sunshine, warmer weather… and allergy season. In this episode of  Beyond the Script , Dr. Jake Goodman is joined by CVS pharmacist  Alexandra Wohlgemuth  to break down the symptoms, triggers, treatments, and everyday habits that can make spring allergies easier to manage.  Together, they explore what causes seasonal allergies, how sym...

Why are so many of us tired but still struggling to sleep well?  Sleep isn’t just about getting more hours—it’s about getting better rest.   In this episode of  Beyond the Script , Dr. Jake Goodman is joined by CVS pharmacist Sepideh Manafi to unpack the most common sleep questions people ask every day.   Together, they discuss wh...

What does proactive health actually look like in everyday life?  In this episode of  Beyond the Script , Dr. Jake Goodman sits down with CVS pharmacist Marshal Carter to explore how pharmacists help people stay ahead of illness through preventative care, medication safety, and everyday health habits.  From questions about vitamins and supplements to vaccines, health screen...

Women’s health isn’t just about major milestones like pregnancy or menopause — it’s about the everyday questions, symptoms, screenings, and decisions that shape long-term wellbeing.  In this episode of  Beyond The Script , Dr. Jake Goodman sits down with CVS pharmacist and women’s health advocate Dr. AmyLynn Safat...

When it comes to our kids’ health, the questions can feel overwhelming. In this episode of  Beyond the Script , Dr. Jake Goodman sits down with CVS pharmacist and mom of two, Heidy Martinez, to break down what parents really need to know about pediatric health.  From fevers and allergies to antibiotics, dosing mistakes, and over-the-counter medications, Heidy sh...

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States — yet many of its biggest risk factors are preventable.  In this episode of  Beyond the Script , host Dr. Jake Goodman sits down with CVS pharmacist and district leader Nicole Henry to explain what heart health really means, how conditions like high blood pressure and high cholesterol often develop silently, and what...

Bloating, heartburn, diarrhea, constipation—are these symptoms normal, or signs of something deeper?  On this episode of  Beyond the Script , Dr. Jake Goodman is joined by CVS pharmacist and district leader Victoria Mottola to break down gut health, the gut microbiome, and the questions pharmacists hear every day. They explain how probiotics and prebiotics work, how antibiotic...

Cold and flu season is here—and the symptoms can be confusing.   Is it just a cold, or something more serious? In this first episode of  Beyond the Script , Dr. Jake Goodman is joined by CVS Pharmacy Region Director Gaurang Trivedi to break down what really matters during peak sick season.  Together, they cover how to tell the difference between a cold and the flu, when s...

Ever freeze when the pharmacist asks, “Any questions?” Beyond the Script is here to help.  Hosted by Dr. Jake Goodman, this podcast answers the health questions you meant to ask—and the ones you didn’t know you should. Each episode features CVS pharmacists sharing trusted advice, busting myths, and unpacking the trends shaping your health. No white coats. No lectures....