Funny Medicine Podcast

Vibrio vulnificus is not rare. This episode explains why it is trending and why you should care. You will learn: • Where it lives, including the Gulf of Mexico and US East Coast • How warmer waters from climate change are increasing its spread • How people get infected from raw or undercooked seafood, especially oysters • How open wounds exposed to contaminated water lead to severe infections • Wh...

☀️ Melanoma, Sunscreen & Sun Myths: What You REALLY Need to Know Hit play to find out why your “healthy glow” is anything but healthy, how UVA and UVB trash your skin at the molecular level, and why SPF-30 is the bare minimum, not the finish line. 🔑 What we cover 0:00 Intro & why this topic matters 1:41 Melanoma 101—how a rogue pigment cell turns deadly 5:55 UVB vs UVA—burns, wrinkles, an...

🔥 Welcome to Funny Medicine Podcast! In this jam-packed episode, we tackle everything you need to know about TESTOSTERONE: from its natural production and vital physiological roles to legit medical uses and the dark side of abuse. Whether you’re curious about TRT, weightlifting performance enhancers, or just want to bust some popular testosterone myths, this one’s for you! What You’ll Learn 🎧 •...

Decoding Baby DNA – Newborn Whole-Genome Sequencing & Predictive Health Today we tackle the future of newborn whole-genome sequencing (WGS) and how reading a baby’s entire DNA at birth could revolutionize predictive health and preventive medicine. In this episode you’ll learn: • 00:00 Intro & studio upgrades • 02:15 How traditional newborn metabolic screening works vs. WGS • 05:40 What is...

Get ready for inked insights in our latest episode of Funny Medicine Podcast! We are back with a new camera and teleprompter setup to dive into the world of tattoos. We’ll trace tattoo history across cultures, unpack the chemistry of tattoo ink, and explain why your immune cells can’t quit that pigment. Discover how tattoos mark grief and identity, and explore medical frontiers like radiation ther...

AI Therapy: Your Robot Shrink Will See You Now? 🤖🛋️ Julz flies solo this week on Funny Medicine Podcast (get well soon, Yvy!) to tackle the biggest curveball in mental health: AI therapy chatbots . From the first “therapist” ELIZA in 1966 to today’s ChatGPT-powered mood coaches, we unpack the promise of 24/7 access, budget-friendly check-ins, and data-driven pep talks, and the peril of privacy br...

Moms’ Mental Health, Toxic Tampons & Vitamin D vs. Aging | Funny Medicine Podcast This week, we are making you question your grocery cart, your tampon stash, your sugar substitutes, and probably your entire neighborhood. Welcome back to Funny Medicine, where we turn real medical headlines into one big “Wait, what?!” 🧠 First up: Moms’ mental health is tanking fast: a 30% drop in mothers rating...

👁️ Infrared Contact Lenses, Genetic Breakthroughs & Healthcare Scandals | Funny Medicine Podcast In this episode, we break down the latest must-know medical news with humor, honesty, and a touch of panic. From Bell’s Palsy anxiety to babies surviving at 22 weeks, we’re covering the medical spectrum, one wild headline at a time. 🚨 Topics covered include: • Infrared vision contact lenses that c...

These are the science-backed longevity secrets of people who blow out 100+ birthday candles with a grin. 🎉 In this episode of Funny Medicine Podcast , we break down the Blue Zone research on Okinawa, Sardinia, Ikaria, Nicoya Peninsula, and Loma Linda to reveal simple, evidence-based habits that extend life expectancy while keeping you sharp, mobile, and hilarious. 🔑 What you’ll hear: • Why plant...

In this unlocked Patreon gem, we trace electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) from its rough-and-ready debut in 1938 to the well-regulated, anesthesia-assisted procedure psychiatrists rely on for treatment-resistant mood disorders today. Early “unmodified” ECT earned its horror-movie reputation—performed without anesthesia, it caused fractures and fierce stigma . Modern ECT looks nothing like those scene...

Ever wish your body came with a dashboard and a mute button for stress? 👀 Meet biofeedback, the science-backed trick that lets you peek at your heart-rate variability, brainwaves, and muscle tension; then tweak them like podcast volume. In this episode, we serve up equal parts hard science and snarky commentary on… • 🎮 VR headsets that measure chill-level in real time • 🧠 Neurofeedback clinics...

Trending PCOS Diets: Fact or Fad? | Funny Medicine Podcast Struggling with PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)? In this episode of Funny Medicine Podcast , we break down the most talked-about PCOS diets—Low-Glycemic Index, DASH, Mediterranean, Low-Carb/Keto—and separate evidence-based nutrition from social media hype . Learn how to manage insulin resistance, balance hormones, and support weight loss...

Flint Michigan Water Crisis EXPOSED: From Lead Poisoning to Legionnaires’ Outbreak Once locked behind our Patreon, now open to everyone: dive into the devastating Flint, Michigan water crisis—a prime example of regulatory failure, environmental injustice, and public health disaster. Learn how a switch to corrosive river water unleashed widespread lead contamination and a Legionnaires’ disease outb...

Merch Shop: https://funnymedicinepodcast.etsy.com Everything else: https://linktr.ee/funnymedicine Face Taping: Anti-Aging Miracle or Total Flop? | Funny Medicine Podcast Is face taping really the next big anti-aging secret—or just another viral beauty gimmick? In this episode, we break down everything you’ve ever wanted to know (and probably didn’t want to know) about face taping and wrinkle patc...

Mental health has been confusing humans since the first cave-person wondered why they felt weird for no obvious reason. In this episode we trek from ancient trepanation to tomorrow’s psychedelic-assisted therapy and AI mood-bots—with plenty of sarcasm, fun facts, and zero shame. We unpack the biology, psychology, and “life keeps lif-ing” environmental triggers behind mental illness, trash some stu...

Merch Shop: https://funnymedicinepodcast.etsy.com Everything else: https://linktr.ee/funnymedicine Butter vs. Canola. Lard vs. Sunflower oil. What’s really better for your body — and your brain? In our latest episode of the Funny Medicine Podcast, we break down the truth about seed oils, animal fats, and what science actually says about heart health, inflammation, oxidative stress, and mental heal...

This episode covers key health stories making headlines this week. We talk about Florida’s push to remove ultra-processed foods from public school meals and a new FDA-approved antibiotic for urinary tract infections (UTIs). There’s also an update on Alzheimer’s research, including a new blood test that may track its progression earlier. We look at how artificial dyes in snacks are being phased out...

Merch Shop: https://funnymedicinepodcast.etsy.com Everything else: https://linktr.ee/funnymedicine Debunking Viral Health Myths: Honey & Salt, Pink Himalayan Salt, Weightlifting for Women & More! Think honey and salt can melt away fat before a workout? Think lifting weights will make you bulky? Think again! In this episode of the Funny Medicine Podcast, we are back with Part 4 of our and e...

🧬 Unlocking the Secrets of Biohacking | Boost Health, Performance & Longevity | Funny Medicine Podcast Ready to optimize your health and supercharge your life ? In this episode of the Funny Medicine Podcast , Yvy and Julie break down the world of biohacking —from DIY biology and wearable tech to nootropics , nutrigenomics , and more! 🔥 💡 Whether you’re new to biohacking or looking to level...

SHOCKING MEDICAL NEWS RECAP | Microplastics in the Brain, Bird Flu Outbreaks & More! Welcome to our brand new setup ! We’re kicking things off with a must-watch medical news recap you don’t want to miss. In this episode, we’re breaking down the latest health news headlines from January and February 2025 , including: 🧠 Microplastics found in the human brain — yes, including from your favorite...

https://linktr.ee/funnymedicine 🎙️ Measles Part 2: Vaccine Hesitancy, Immune Amnesia & Why Misinformation is Making Us Sick | Funny Medicine Podcast 🚨 Think measles is a thing of the past? Think again. In this no-holds-barred, laugh-while-you-learn episode, Yvy and Julie return to unpack the messy truth behind the resurgence of measles, diving headfirst into vaccine hesitancy, immune amnesia,...

https://linktr.ee/funnymedicine Measles Outbreak: The Deadly Comeback, Immune Amnesia & Vaccine Myths Measles is back, and it’s more dangerous than you think. In this episode of the Funny Medicine Podcast, hosts Evie & Julie break down the science, history, and public health crisis behind the resurgence of measles—with a side of humor, of course! 🔬 What you’ll learn in this episode: ✅ Wh...

https://linktr.ee/funnymedicine 🚀 Welcome back to Part 2 of our deep dive into Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)! In this episode we explore the science, myths, and cutting-edge research shaping the future of autism treatment and diagnosis. 🧩 👉 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ The health risks & co-occurring conditions linked to autism (sleep disorders, epilepsy, gut health & more) ✅...

Breaking Down Autism and Vaccine Myths | Funny Medicine Podcast In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the controversial world of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and the persistent myth linking vaccines to autism . This is the first installment of a two-part series where we unravel the history of autism , scientific research on autism causes , and how misinformation campaigns have shaped pu...

https://linktr.ee/funnymedicine 🚨 SHOCKING WELLNESS SCAM EXPOSED: Belle Gibson Cancer Fraud & The Whole Pantry Scandal Watch the FULL INVESTIGATION of how this wellness influencer FOOLED APPLE, deceived thousands, and FAKED CANCER for fame! 😱 The truth about Belle Gibson's $500,000 wellness empire built on lies... In this explosive episode of the Funny Medicine Podcast, we expose the COMPLET...