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Each week, In Good Health, from the creators of Radio Health Journal, breaks down important news in medicine, science and technology with the help of world-renowned experts. Our three weekly segments will help guide you to a happier, healthier life – with some fun facts to share at dinner parties. Can magic mushrooms cure your depression? Have we outrun natural selection? Hosted by Elizabeth Westfield, Greg Johnson and Maayan Voss de Bettancourt and produced by Kristen Farrah and Amirah Zaveri. New shows posted each Sunday by 5 a.m. EST. Subscribe, listen, and rate. If you’re looking for older episodes, you can...

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True Crime Trauma: The Mental Toll Of Exposing The Truth | How Writing By Hand May Make You Smarter And More Creative
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True Crime Trauma: The Mental Toll Of Exposing The Truth

Some jobs force employees to carry a heavy emotional burden that’s hard to put down when you clock out. Filmmaker Colin Browen’s daily work involves uncovering decades of ignored and horrifying crimes against children. Browen details the mental toll of his career and how he’s maintained his mental wellbeing while working on his upcoming true crime docuseries.

Guest: Colin Browen, filmmaker, host, Murder in America & The Paranormal Files

 

How Writing By Hand May Make You Smarter And More Creative

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True Crime Trauma: The Mental Toll Of Exposing The Truth
#1756
06/20/2026

True Crime Trauma: The Mental Toll Of Exposing The Truth

Some jobs force employees to carry a heavy emotional burden that’s hard to put down when you clock out. Filmmaker Colin Browen’s daily work involves uncovering decades of ignored and horrifying crimes against children. Browen details the mental toll of his career and how he’s maintained his mental wellbeing while working on his upcoming true crime docuseries.

Guest: Colin Browen, filmmaker, host, Murder in America & The Paranormal Files

Host and Producer: Kristen Farrah

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Medical Notes: How Modern Life Effects Our Hormones, Why Your Allergies Are Getting Worse, And Should Pregnant Women Be Allowed In Clinical Trials?
#1758
06/20/2026

Has modern lifestyle changed how our bodies process hormones? Do more pregnant women need to be in clinical trials? Have your seasonal allergies gotten worse? Does our DNA know our future? 

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How Writing By Hand May Make You Smarter And More Creative
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06/20/2026

How Writing By Hand May Make You Smarter And More Creative

In an era dominated by keyboards, it is easy to think handwriting is a skill of the past. But are we shortchanging our brains by abandoning this ability? Our guests this week explore the critical cognitive benefits of handwriting and discuss how the physical act of writing by hand significantly boosts literacy, memory retention, and idea generation.

Guests: 

Dr. Danny Oppenheimer, professor of decision sciences, Carnegie Mellon University Dr. Virginia Wise Berninger, professor emerita, University of Washington

Host: Greg Johnson
Producer: Libby Foster


This Is Not About Running: Highlighting Abuse In Youth Sports | Before The World Forgot: A Look At The Women Who’ve Advanced Society
#1755
06/14/2026

This Is Not About Running: Highlighting Abuse In Youth Sports

When youth running prodigy Mary Cain was scouted by top universities in the eighth grade, she thought she was chasing her athletic dreams – but the reality of the elite sports pipeline would cost her far more than she ever imagined. This week she pulls back the curtain on the toxic culture of high-stakes youth athletics, detailing how top-tier programs often exploit young prodigies.

Guest: 

Mary Cain, author, This Is Not About Running

 

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Medical Notes: Why Food Companies Should Pay The Fda, How Sleep Apnea Rewires The Brain, And A Setback In Alzheimer’s Research
#1754
06/13/2026

The "gold-standard" treatments for Parkinson's Disease may be working against each other. Ultrasound isn’t just for imaging. Should food companies pay the FDA? Sleep apnea may silently rewire the brain.

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This Is Not About Running: Highlighting Abuse In Youth Sports
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06/13/2026

This Is Not About Running: Highlighting Abuse In Youth Sports

When youth running prodigy Mary Cain was scouted by top universities in the eighth grade, she thought she was chasing her athletic dreams – but the reality of the elite sports pipeline would cost her far more than she ever imagined. This week she pulls back the curtain on the toxic culture of high-stakes youth athletics, detailing how top-tier programs often exploit young prodigies.

Guests: Mary Cain, author, This Is Not About Running

Host: Kristen Farrah
Producer: Polly Hansen

 

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Before The World Forgot: A Look At The Women Who’ve Advanced Society
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06/13/2026

Before The World Forgot: A Look At The Women Who’ve Advanced Society

Throughout history, the female trailblazers who have made monumental achievements in science, literature, and innovation have been systemically minimized or forgotten. Our guests this week discuss how societal biases erased women's intellectual contributions and why recognizing these female geniuses is essential to completing our understanding of human progress.

Guests: 

Janice Kaplan, author, The Genius of Women Catherine Whitlock, author, Ten Women Who Changed Science and the World

Host: Greg Johnson
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How Young Lupus Patients Can Cope With Physical And Mental Health Issues | Genetic Testing Is The Key To Optimizing Your Health
#1751
06/07/2026

How Young Lupus Patients Can Cope With Physical And Mental Health Issues

Lupus is a chronic condition where a person’s immune system attacks their healthy tissue. But while the physical toll is obvious, the extreme mental health issues that can arise are too often ignored. Our experts this week explain the connection between lupus and mental health, and discuss a program that’s finally addressing these issues in young patients.

Guests: 

Natoshia Cunningham, Red Cedar Distinguished professor & associate professor in the Department of Family Medicine, Michigan State University, founder, TEACH Program Isabella Colindres, consumer advocate, TEACH...


Genetic Testing Is The Key To Optimizing Your Health
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06/06/2026

Genetic Testing Is The Key To Optimizing Your Health

Health optimization has become a huge focus in recent years, but many people are skipping the foundational step – genetic testing. Knowing the core of who you are helps direct you to the best medicine, diet, and exercise for you. Our expert explains the benefits of genetic testing and how to make sure you’re getting quality results.

Guest: Dr. Puya Yazdi, Chief Science & Medical Officer, SelfDecode

Host: Greg Johnson. Producer: Kristen Farrah

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Medical Notes: How Humans Could Regrow Limbs, The Best Way To Learn From A Mistake, And Why You Should Never Skip Your Morning Cup Of Coffee
#1750
06/06/2026

Will humans soon be able to re-grow limbs? Has modern lifestyle changed how our bodies process hormones? You may learn more from mistakes than from a perfect success. Your morning cup of coffee may be more important than you think. 

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How Young Lupus Patients Can Cope With Physical And Mental Health Issues
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06/06/2026

How Young Lupus Patients Can Cope With Physical And Mental Health Issues

Lupus is a chronic condition where a person’s immune system attacks their healthy tissue. But while the physical toll is obvious, the extreme mental health issues that can arise are too often ignored. Our experts this week explain the connection between lupus and mental health, and discuss a program that’s finally addressing these issues in young patients.

Guests: Natoshia Cunningham, Red Cedar Distinguished professor & associate professor in the Department of Family Medicine, Michigan State University, founder, TEACH Program; Isabella Colindres, consumer advocate, TEACH Prog...


Common But Not Normal: Treating Pelvic Organ Prolapse | Astrology Pt.2: Is Your Health And Success Written In The Stars?
#1747
05/31/2026

Common But Not Normal: Treating Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Maintaining an active lifestyle is vital for healthy aging, but conditions like pelvic organ prolapse can abruptly isolate individuals and disrupt daily life. This condition occurs when weakened pelvic floor muscles can no longer support surrounding organs, leading to symptoms like bladder leakage, bowel difficulties, and physical discomfort. Our experts debunk common misconceptions, offer treatment options, and emphasize the importance of pelvic health awareness.

Guests:

Dr. Savitha Krishnan, urogynecologist, El Camino Health Jane, prolapse patient

 

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Medical Notes: How Losing Weight Can Improve Brain Function, The Medicinal Properties Of Coral Reefs, And A New Type Of Liver Cell
#1746
05/30/2026

Your weight is affecting how well your brain works. A newly discovered type of cell could be a powerful defense against liver disease. How coral reefs could become the next biggest pharmaceutical product. Many beauty products marketed as ‘clean’ have a dangerous secret missing from their labels.  

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Common But Not Normal: Treating Pelvic Organ Prolapse
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05/30/2026

Common But Not Normal: Treating Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Maintaining an active lifestyle is vital for healthy aging, but conditions like pelvic organ prolapse can abruptly isolate individuals and disrupt daily life. This condition occurs when weakened pelvic floor muscles can no longer support surrounding organs, leading to symptoms like bladder leakage, bowel difficulties, and physical discomfort. Our experts debunk common misconceptions, offer treatment options, and emphasize the importance of pelvic health awareness.

Guests: 

Dr. Savitha Krishnan, urogynecologist, El Camino Health Jane, prolapse patient

Host and Producer: Kristen Farrah

 

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Astrology Pt.2: Is Your Health And Success Written In The Stars?
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05/30/2026

Astrology Pt.2: Is Your Health And Success Written In The Stars?

Though astrology was removed from academia in the 17th century, the ancient practice has experienced a massive modern resurgence. Data shows that public belief in its scientific merit has remained steady since the 1980s. This segment explores the enduring cultural power of astrology, the varying definitions of what makes something "Scientific," and why millions of people still rely on the stars.

Guests: 

Neda Farr, celebrity astrologer, creator, Starcrossed App Steven Vanden Broecke, Ph.D., professor of history of science, Ghent University

Host: Greg Johnson


Astrology: Can This Ancient Practice Impact Your Life? | Q-Tips, Ear Candling, And Everything You Need To Know About Earwax
#1743
05/24/2026

Astrology: Can This Ancient Practice Impact Your Life?

Astrology is an ancient practice that’s been in and out of popularity for centuries. Believers use this pseudoscience as a way to find structure and purpose in the chaos of life. Our experts explain how astrology has lasted the test of time and how it could advise your life in different areas, such as love and success.

Guests:

Neda Farr, celebrity astrologer, creator, Starcrossed App Steven Vanden Broecke, Ph.D., professor of history of science, Ghent University

 

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Medical Notes: Spotting Narcissistic Relationships, How TV Commercials Influence Us, And New Treatments For PTSD
#1742
05/23/2026

A new treatment for those suffering from PTSD. The "gold-standard" treatments for Parkinson's disease may be working against each other. Do tv commercials actually work? The impact of being in a romantic relationship with a narcissist.

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Astrology: Can This Ancient Practice Impact Your Life?
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05/23/2026

Astrology: Can This Ancient Practice Impact Your Life?

Astrology is an ancient practice that’s been in and out of popularity for centuries. Believers use this pseudoscience as a way to find structure and purpose in the chaos of life. Our experts this week explain how astrology has lasted the test of time and how it could advise your life in different areas, such as love and success.

Guests: Neda Farr, celebrity astrologer, creator, Starcrossed App, Steven Vanden Broecke, Ph.D., professor of history of science, Ghent University

Host and producer: Kristen Farrah

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Q-Tips, Ear Candling, And Everything You Need To Know About Earwax
#1741
05/23/2026

Q-Tips, Ear Candling, And Everything You Need To Know About Earwax

All of that time you spend digging earwax out of your ear isn’t just a waste of time, but can be damaging your health. Earwax is a self-cleaning substance that protects our ears from infection and debris. Our expert this week explains the wax’s various roles and when to know when you truly need a cleaning.

Guest: Dr. Andrew Tagg, pediatric emergency physician, associate professor, University of Melbourne, co-founder, Don’t Forget The Bubbles

Host: Greg Johnson
Producer: Kristen Farrah

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A Lasting Legacy: How Brain Donation Is Advancing Autism Research | Fighting The Status Quo: The Rebels Who Changed Public Health Forever
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05/17/2026

A Lasting Legacy: How Brain Donation Is Advancing Autism Research

While organ donation can help save a life, brain donation can help save thousands. Specifically for autism, brain donations are helping researchers uncover the biological causes of the disorder to improve the quality of life for future generations. Our experts highlight the critical need for donation awareness and participation.

Guests: 

Dr. David Amaral, scientific director, Autism BrainNet, Director of Research, UC Davis MIND Institute Kathy Stein, donor’s loved one  

Fighting The Status Quo: The Rebels Who Changed Public Health Forever

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Medical Notes: The Worst Diet For Your Brain, The Dangers Of Giving Newborns Antibiotics, And How To Reverse Brain Decline With A Nasal Spray
#1738
05/16/2026

A new treatment for those suffering from PTSD. The "Gold-Standard" treatments for Parkinson's disease may be working against each other. Do TV commercials actually work? The impact of being in a romantic relationship with a narcissist.

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Fighting The Status Quo: The Rebels Who Changed Public Health Forever
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05/16/2026

Fighting The Status Quo: The Rebels Who Changed Public Health Forever

Prevention is built into so many aspects of our lives, from coffee cup lids to seatbelts. However, many of these life-saving innovations were historically met with extreme public and professional resistance. Our expert explores "preventioneers" – the people who defied taboo and skepticism to transform how we protect ourselves from disease and disaster.

Guest: Dr. Barry Davis, professor emeritus, University of Texas School of Public Health, author, The Preventioneers

Host: Greg Johnson
Producer: Kristen Farrah 

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A Lasting Legacy: How Brain Donation Is Advancing Autism Research
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05/16/2026

A Lasting Legacy: How Brain Donation Is Advancing Autism Research

While organ donation can help save a life, brain donation can help save thousands. Specifically for autism, brain donations are helping researchers uncover the biological causes of the disorder to improve the quality of life for future generations. Our experts highlight the critical need for donation awareness and participation.

Guests:

Dr. David Amaral, scientific director, Autism BrainNet, Director of Research, UC Davis MIND Institute Kathy Stein, donor’s loved one

Host and Producer: Kristen Farrah 

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Solving The Loneliness Epidemic: The Complete Guide To Making Friends | Your Child Is Not Their Weight: How To Promote A Healthy Body Image
#1735
05/10/2026

Solving The Loneliness Epidemic: The Complete Guide To Making Friends

Making friends is hard – even more so if you think differently than the people around you. But having meaningful connections is a crucial component of a fulfilling life. Caroline Maguire, an ADHD coach, breaks down the components of making friends and how to be your most authentic self in these relationships.

Guest: Caroline Maguire, ADHD coach, author, Friendship Skills for Neurodivergent Adults

 

Your Child Is Not Their Weight: How To Promote A Healthy Body Image

Parental obsession with a child’s weight can o...


Medical Notes: Your Overreactions Are Worsening Your Anxiety, How Your Hometown Is Aging You, And Can Diamonds Stop Global Warming?
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05/09/2026

Your intense reactions may be causing increasing your anxiety. Are diamonds our secret weapon against global warming? Your zip code might be aging you faster than your genetic clock. Are you addicted to food? 

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Solving The Loneliness Epidemic: The Complete Guide To Making Friends
#1732
05/09/2026

Solving The Loneliness Epidemic: The Complete Guide To Making Friends

Making friends is hard – even more so if you think differently than the people around you. But having meaningful connections is a crucial component of a fulfilling life. This week, Caroline Maguire, an ADHD coach, breaks down the components of making friends and how to be your most authentic self in these relationships.

Guest: Caroline Maguire, ADHD coach, author, Friendship Skills for Neurodivergent Adults

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Your Child Is Not Their Weight: How To Promote A Healthy Body Image
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05/09/2026

Your Child Is Not Their Weight: How To Promote A Healthy Body Image

Parental obsession with a child’s weight can often fracture the family bond instead of improving health. Our experts this week explore the power of storytelling in helping adolescents navigate these pressures, and provide tips on how to instill healthy habits in the home.

Guests: 

Rebecca K. Morrison, author, The Blue Dress Dr. Joey Skelton, professor of pediatrics, obesity medicine specialist, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, author, Your Child Is Not Their Weight

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Fear Foods: Why ARFID Is Much More Than Just ‘Picky Eating’ | The Secret To Productivity: The Big Three Factors Every Space Needs
#1731
05/03/2026

Fear Foods: Why ARFID Is Much More Than Just ‘Picky Eating’

While food is often the centerpiece of social connection, those living with avoidant-restrictive food intake disorder, or ARFID, fear these daily meals. Unlike many other eating disorders, this condition is driven by sensory sensitivities or a lack of interest in eating rather than concerns over body weight or composition. Our experts explore treatment options and the reality of navigating a world focused on food when the very act of consuming it feels like an exhausting chore.

Guests: 

Dr. Kamryn Eddy, professor of psychology, Harvard Medical Schoo...


The Secret To Productivity: The Big Three Factors Every Space Needs
#1729
05/02/2026

The Secret To Productivity: The Big Three Factors Every Space Needs

The physical environments where we live, work, and play have a profound impact on our mental state and productivity. Our emotional well-being in any given setting is determined by a psychological formula known as “The Big Three." Our expert explains these core needs and how we can intentionally design and seek out spaces that help us thrive.

Guest: Leidy Klotz, professor, University of Virginia, author, In A Good Place

Host: Greg Johnson
Producer: Kristen Farrah

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Fear Foods: Why ARFID Is Much More Than Just ‘Picky Eating’
#1728
05/02/2026

Fear Foods: Why ARFID Is Much More Than Just ‘Picky Eating’

While food is often the centerpiece of social connection, those living with avoidant-restrictive food intake disorder, or ARFID, fear these daily meals. Unlike many other eating disorders, this condition is driven by sensory sensitivities or a lack of interest in eating rather than concerns over body weight or composition. Our experts explore treatment options and the reality of navigating a world focused on food when the very act of consuming it feels like an exhausting chore.

Guest: Dr. Kamryn Eddy, professor of psychology, Harvard Medical School, Co-D...


Medical Notes: A Revolutionary Flu Shot, How To Stop Procrastinating, And How Your Income Affects The Health Of Your Baby
#1730
05/02/2026

How your finances are affecting the health of your newborn baby. A smarter vaccine strategy could be the key to a universal flu shot. The impact of being in a romantic relationship with a narcissist. Stopping the cycle of procrastination might only take two minutes of reflection.

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Rethinking Inflammation: How ‘Rest And Ice’ Is Sabotaging Your Healing | The Weight Of Winning Pt.2: Overcoming Binge Eating As A Man
#1727
04/26/2026

Rethinking Inflammation: How ‘Rest And Ice’ Is Sabotaging Your Healing

Everything you know about inflammation may be wrong. While standard protocols like rest and icing aim to suppress inflammation, new research suggests that an intense, short-term inflammatory response is actually essential for the body's natural healing process. Our expert explains how to rethink our relationship with inflammation and leverage our own biological systems to heal joints and nerves.

Guest: Dr. Thomas Buchheit, Director of The Regenerative Pain Therapies Program, Duke Center for Translational Pain Medicine, author, Healing Joints and Nerves

 

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The Weight Of Winning Pt.2: Overcoming Binge Eating As A Man
#1725
04/25/2026

The Weight Of Winning Pt.2: Overcoming Binge Eating As A Man

Danny O’Connor took a step back from his professional boxing career to address his binge eating disorder. However, healing wasn’t as easy as he expected. O’Connor details the ups and downs of his journey, as well as his mission to create a space for men to openly speak about their struggles.

Guest: Danny O’Connor, professional boxer, author, Weight Class

Host: Greg Johnson
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Medical Notes: Why Americans Are Dying Earlier Than Everyone Else, The Hidden Dangers Of A Brain Tumor, And Can Doctors Prescribe Exercise?
#1726
04/25/2026

Medical Notes: Why Americans Are Dying Earlier Than Everyone Else, The Hidden Dangers Of A Brain Tumor, And Can Doctors Prescribe Exercise?

The hidden weight of a brain tumor may be doing more damage than the cancer itself. Why are Americans still dying early? A high-fat diet may be bad for your brain. Should doctors be writing prescriptions for exercise?

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Producer: Kristen Farrah

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Rethinking Inflammation: How ‘Rest And Ice’ Is Sabotaging Your Healing
#1724
04/25/2026

Rethinking Inflammation: How ‘Rest And Ice’ Is Sabotaging Your Healing

Everything you know about inflammation may be wrong. While standard protocols like rest and icing aim to suppress inflammation, new research suggests that an intense, short-term inflammatory response is actually essential for the body's natural healing process. Dr. Thomas Buchheit, explains how to rethink our relationship with inflammation and leverage our own biological systems to heal joints and nerves.

Guest: Dr. Thomas Buchheit, Director of the Regenerative Pain Therapies Program, Duke Center for Translational Pain Medicine, author, Healing Joints and Nerves

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Creative Healing: Why Doctors Are Writing Prescriptions For The Arts | The Weight Of Winning: A Boxer’s Fight With Binge Eating Disorder
#1723
04/19/2026

Creative Healing: Why Doctors Are Writing Prescriptions For The Arts

Science is suggesting that engaging in creative endeavors is a key component of our physical and mental health. In the UK, doctors are writing "social prescriptions" to provide patients with clinical access to creative outlets. Our experts explain the new research supporting this shift and argue that creative participation is essential for our health.

Guests: 

Daisy Fancourt, professor of psychobiology & epidemiology, University College London, author, Art Cure Robynn Smith, professor emeritus, Monterey Peninsula College, founder, Print Day in May

 

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The Weight Of Winning: A Boxer’s Fight With Binge Eating Disorder
#1721
04/18/2026

The Weight Of Winning: A Boxer’s Fight With Binge Eating Disorder

For years, boxer Danny O’Connor didn’t realize his extreme methods of cutting weight masked a severe struggle with binge eating disorder. This cycle of dangerous physical manipulation followed by uncontrollable eating left him feeling like an unwilling passenger in his own body. This week he shares his story, highlighting the struggles of seeking help for binge eating as both a man and an elite athlete.

Guests: Danny O’Connor, professional boxer, author, Weight Class

Host: Greg Johnson
Producers: Kristen Farra


Medical Notes: The Best Bread To Eat For IBD, Revolutionizing Pain Relief, And How To Tell If You’re Having A Panic Attack
#1722
04/18/2026

The hidden weight of a brain tumor may be doing more damage than the cancer itself. Why are Americans still dying early? A high-fat diet may be bad for your brain. Should doctors be writing prescriptions for exercise?

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Creative Healing: Why Doctors Are Writing Prescriptions For The Arts
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04/18/2026

Creative Healing: Why Doctors Are Writing Prescriptions For The Arts

Science is suggesting that engaging in creative endeavors is a key component of our physical and mental health. In the UK, doctors are writing "social prescriptions" to provide patients with clinical access to creative outlets. Our experts explain the new research supporting this shift and argue that creative participation is essential for our health.

Guests: Daisy Fancourt, professor of psychobiology & epidemiology, University College London, author, Art Cure; Robynn Smith, professor emeritus, Monterey Peninsula College, founder, Print Day in May

Host: Kristen Farrah
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