Health & Wellbeing
Medical topics, mental health, neuroscience, ADHD, neurodivergence, and wellness
#510: Did Your EV Break Your Arm or the Planet?
Are electric vehicles truly green? From 1900s dominance to the ethics of cobalt mining, we explore the complex reality of the EV revolution.
#505: The Jerusalem Syndrome: When Sacred Spaces Break the Mind
Why do healthy tourists suddenly believe they are biblical prophets? Explore the fascinating psychology behind the world’s most famous holy city.
#500: Mold Warfare: Hidden Smells and Non-Destructive Fixes
Is a lingering musty smell haunting your home? Discover the science of MVOCs and how to eliminate hidden mold without tearing down your walls.
#495: The ADHD Medication Maze: Balancing Brain and Body
Explore the trade-offs between ADHD focus and heart health as we dive into neurochemistry, bureaucracy, and the search for the "sweet spot."
#491: The mRNA Revolution: How Scientific Grit Saved the World
Discover how Katalin Karikó turned decades of rejection into a medical revolution that changed the face of modern medicine.
#485: The Science of Vyvanse: Timing, Biology, and Morning Hacks
Herman and Corn dive into the neurobiology of Vyvanse, exploring the "morning hack" and how this prodrug interacts with our internal clocks.
#480: Asthma vs. Autoimmunity: The Mystery of the Misguided Lung
Herman and Corn explore the biological line between allergy and autoimmunity, revealing why asthma is a misguided defense rather than a civil war.
#479: The New Normal: Navigating COVID-19 in 2026
The pandemic "ended," but the virus remains. Herman and Corn break down the 2026 landscape of variants, policy shifts, and vaccine guidance.
#453: The Art of Self-Preservation: Finding Rest Amidst Crisis
Why does rest feel like betrayal in a crisis? Herman and Corn dive into the science of nervous system regulation and the art of self-preservation.
#446: Is Your Heartburn Pill Breaking Your Bones?
Struggling with acid reflux meds? Herman and Corn dive into the risks of long-term PPI use and how to escape the "rebound acid" cycle.
#445: Beyond the Pill: The Science of Tapering Sleep Meds
Herman and Corn explore the science of tapering sleep meds, the "histamine rebound," and how to reclaim your natural rest.
#443: Post-Gallbladder Fitness: Managing Bile Reflux Gastritis
Learn why exercise triggers bile reflux after gallbladder surgery and how to protect your stomach lining with simple dietary and postural shifts.
#441: Beyond the Brain: The Science of Deathbed Connections
How does an Alzheimer's patient know a loved one died miles away? Explore the science of terminal lucidity and non-local consciousness.
#435: Tuning Out the Noise: Tech for Sensory Overload
Explore the science of auditory filtering and the latest tech tools helping people with ADHD and hyperacusis navigate a noisy world.
#433: Will AI Win the Red Queen’s Race Against Superbugs?
Explore how generative AI and "microbial dark matter" are helping us stay one step ahead in the global arms race against superbugs.
#428: How PM2.5 Sneaks From Your Lungs Into Your Brain
From orange skies to microscopic particles, learn what’s actually in the air and how to protect your health using the Air Quality Index.
#427: Invisible Threats: Decoding Air Quality and HEPA Science
Are your air quality numbers actually dangerous? Learn how to decode PM2.5, VOCs, and how to size the perfect HEPA filter for your home.
#426: The Mold Survival Guide: Spore Cannons and Flashlights
Is your home a petri dish? Learn how to spot hidden mold, why bleach might be failing you, and how to stop "spore cannons" in their tracks.
#400: Rebooting the Brain: The Science of ECT and TMS
Explore the science of "rebooting" the brain as Herman and Corn dive into ECT, TMS, and the future of treating severe depression.
#399: Genius or Forgetful? Decoding Moravec’s Paradox
Why can geniuses build AI but forget their keys? Explore Moravec’s Paradox and the "spiky profile" of the neurodivergent brain.