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On this last and final throwback Audiosode (season 1) DocECocky wants to bid farewell to all his supporters since day 1 (2019 pre-pandemic). It's been quite the journey from immediately blowing up to having the pandemic and things changing in my personal and professional life to where I am now. I am so glad I decided to start a podcast, it helped me grow as a person, and taught me a lot about myself! I love all my supporters (thanks for the thousands of downloads!) and who knows maybe this is a see you later. "When I come back like Jordan"...til next time Happy Holidays and be good to each other, love the one and only DocECocky!
IN THIS AUDIOSODE ADVENTURE, DOCECOCKY TAKES YOU BACK TO ONE OF HIS FAVORITE AND MOST POPULAR EPISODES WITH A FUN GUEST (AKA SPACE JAM) TALKING ABOUT THE MARIJUANA DELIVERY BUSINESS. ENJOY AND HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
OH you guys are in for a treat! Many of you may or may not know that I used to do these small doses episodes (about 15 mins each) where I focus on a particular thing. These were really fun episodes and very popular when I first started this podcast journey all the way back pre-covid 2019. Enjoy!
Join DocECocky in his throwback series this time we chat about our struggles with depression in America
WOW, WHAT A THROWBACK EPISODE THIS WAS! JUST PRESS PLAY AND ENJOY
Join DocECocky on this Audio Adventure as he welcomes you all back with a brand new live un-edited (maybe controversial) Audiosode. He talks about relevant stories he's seen in the news the past couple of weeks and gives his opinions on each LIVE. Press Play and Enjoy!
Join DocECocky as he provides you with a classic throwback episode from Season 1 "You are what you eat"
Join DocECocky as he does something he's never done on this podcast! He goes around the country dissecting the biggest drug news out there just for you! Listen and enjoy!
JOIN DocECocky ON THIS SOLO AUDIO ADVENTURE! TOPICS INCLUDE XYLAZINE. HAVE YOU HEARD ABOUT FENTANYL'S NEW BEST FRIEND? ALSO, YOU'VE PROBABLY HEARD OF AI IN MUSIC THESE DAYS BUT HOW ABOUT AI IN MEDICINE?! LET'S DISCUSS.....
Join DocECocky and his guest Shawntae as they discuss topics such as Birth Control issues with contraceptives Male Birth Control Abortion Law and Texas Fight Press Play!
JOIN AMERICA'S FAVORITE PHARMACIST ON THIS SOLO AUDIOSODE ADVENTURE. HE OFFERS HIS THOUGHTS AND OPINIONS ON DISPARITIES IN HEALTHCARE AND CELEBRATES BLACK ACHIEVEMENTS!
WELCOME TO THE JORDAN YEAR! In the SEASON V debut, DocECocky welcomes back to the show, a true friend of the show Ebony! We start things off by having a convo surrounding using Botox for Migraines and Abortion pills in the pharmacy. Then we delve into Supervised Injection Sites in the US and many more topics! Ever heard the story about the Snapchat drug dealer? Enjoy the Audiosode! And starting in February we will be available on YouTube as well! p.s- Make sure to check out BleuTorch.com for the best luxury fragrances in the industry
YA FAVORITE GUEST IMANI IS BACK! We wrap up the year with a variety of topics, Happy Holidays, and see you next year! It's been a fun and interesting Season 4....maybe a Youtube channel and more videos are in store for SEASON 5??!! STAY TUNED...#SUBSCRIBE
Join DocECocky as he goes over the recent Adderall shortage and what that means. Also what are the best-proven hangover remedies out there for the holiday season? Tap in and find out!
On this Audiosode Adventure, join DocECocky as he navigates a bunch of articles and provides his opinion in real-time. This is unlike any other episode you have heard from the host himself and that could be a good or bad thing (let him know!). Here's an insight into how his mind works when he researches articles for his shows but this time LIVE! Enjoy the show DrugE's
Join DocECocky and his guest Randy as they discuss drugs in our neighborhood (Baltimore), digital crack, and how all this affects our communities. Also, an outlook on the future of drug use in America.
Episode Synopsis: Join DocECocky as he navigates through topics such as Covid and lasting brain fog; the wildest drug stories and Monkeypox rumor vs truth!
Join DocECocky and his guest Imani Nicole..No Edits...Just Press Play and enjoy this Audiosode Adventure!
Join DocECocky as he welcomes back friend/family of the show Tae Da GooRue from the new "The Gray Area" Podcast. We speak on Mental Health in the Black Community and stay tuned at the end for a special first preview of her podcast dropping in 2023!
On this Audiosode Adventure, join DocECocky on this Audiosode adventure as he navigates a variety of topics. He starts off with addiction in America and how unprepared our doctors are for treating addiction patients. America's favorite pharmacist then talks about the hot topic of the day which is Monkeypox (14:15). Are we headed for another lockdown? Did you guys know that China has been in a zero-tolerance lockdown since 2020? Put on the episode and enjoy the show!
Join DocECocky and his guest C.Money from Baltimore's InTheMixx RadioOn this Audiosode Adventure, JOIN AMERICA'S FAVORITE PHARMACIST, DocECocky and his guest from Baltimore's InTheMixx Radio as they have a conversation about cannabis. We talk about misconceptions we've been fed by the media, the value of the cannabis industry, who needs to benefit from this renewed support, and some stories in the news about marijuana. Would you sneak marijuana into your wedding guests' food as a prank? Join the conversation with the hashtag #CannabisConversations and enjoy the episode! Remember to LIKE, SHARE, AND SUBSCRIBE!
Episode Synopsis: Join DocECocky and his guest who goes by Pistachio on this psychedelic adventure filled with Magic Mushrooms. I give a recap on the therapeutic research happening at Johns Hopkins. Then we get to the nitty gritty and talk about Pistachio's experiences with Psilocybin which was an interesting and fun convo. Are you guys familiar with psychedelics and the stock market? Let's talk about it...
JOIN AMERICA'S FAVORITE PHARMACIST, DOCECOCKY AS HE NAVIGATES A VARIETY OF STORIES IN THE NEWS. THE HOST INTRODUCES SOME NEW SEGMENTS TO TEST OUT AS WELL. THE SHOW GOES FROM MARK CUBANS PHARMACY TO OPIOID USE WITH OLDER BLACK MEN TO MARIJUANA AND KIDS ADVERTISING. THE MAIN CONTROVERSIAL STORY IS TRANSPLANT PATIENTS BEING DENIED ORGANS B/C THEY'RE NOT COVID VACCINATED. THE FEEL-GOOD STORY IS FOODRX IN MARYLAND. CHECK IT OUT!
Join DocECocky and Uche as they bring in the New Year! The conversation starts with breaking down the CDC's confusing new guidelines and what that means for the future of quarantine and the pandemic (15:20). We then shift to Africa and what's going on in that continent. What does the Artemesia plant have to do with Uganda, Madagascar, and Nigeria's claims for a natural Covid Cure (43:40)? Find out soon as you press play, welcome to season 4, enjoy!
Join DocECocky as he wraps up an interesting season 3 with friend of the show and sometimes co-host Uche as they both also look forward to the new year and season 4! We were doing the most so just press play and enjoy the hilarity!
Join DocECocky as he rides solo on this audio adventure. I start by providing you guys with some unconventional tips for cold and flu season (5:45) and some infection-fighting foods. The holiday season is also notorious for depression so I talk about that and medications that can cause low libido (15:08). What are some top essential meds you need when traveling this season? I give you a top 10 list. And then for my IYDKNYK segment, I talk about my experience taking the supplement Glutathione (26:30) and end with my personal top 5 essential foods for that Thanksgiving meal. Enjoy and Happy Holidays!
On this AudioSode, Join Doc-E and his guest Ebony as they navigate all that's been happening in the drug world. After catching up the convo kicks off with Fentanyl (7:50), and why are so many other drugs being laced with this particular opioid? I touch upon Fentanyl vs Heroin (19:06) and why Fentanyl is number one when it comes to OD deaths in the US. What does Marijuana Legalization and the Mexican Cartel have to do with the rise in Fentanyl (21:00)? We also take a look at more Cannabis News around the country, what's going on at the VA, and are more farmers going from raising hens to hemp (24:00)? We then pivot into a discussion on Covid booster shots, a potential third dose, and the new potential pill from Merck that could be available later this year (40:00). And in the spirit of Halloween, we end the conversation on the scariest phrases a retail pharmacist does not want to hear, hope you guys enjoy the Audiosode! We encourage you guys to continue the conversation with your family and friends! Thankfully, the audio has been fixed! I blame it on Mercury being in retrograde
Join DocECocky and friend of the show Shawntae on this Audiosode Adventure all about Covid-19. We begin with a recap on Covid-19 and where the US is now (7:07) and the states most affected. The conversation then shifts to the different Covid variants out there (27:36) and what the FDA-approved Booster Shots mean. What's up with The President's vaccine mandate (44:32) and does it affect you? And we end with a global look focusing on Japan and Australia and some unfortunate covid stories from the US. Take a listen and let's discuss!
On this Audiosode Adventure DocECocky reunites with friend of the show Kendra B to talk about Love; Sex and Relationships. Apologies for the audio, there was some unavoidable background static on the road. Hope you guys enjoy the conversation!
Join DocECocky and his guest Tasha the Minister/Witch on this Audiosode Adventure exploring healing concoctions she makes in the comfort of her home. From Damiana to Red Raspberry Leaf and Wormwood (hallucinogen?) .... just press play and learn some new things! Also, have you guys heard about the Psychedelic Stock Market?! Side Note: Maybe we'll post a follow-up video on YouTube of us trying some of these teas!
Your favorite pharmacist is back with a new Audiosode and it's kinda different from what you're used to but I think you'll like it. This a throwback episode and crowd favorite from Season 1 with a little bit of something new in the beginning. It's summer and I've been busy outsiding (insert laughing emoji). I talk briefly about Ivermectin for Covid-19 in India, laughing gas for Depression, and Teenagers who smoke weed and what that means. Also, introduce a new segment (let me know what you guys think) before I throw it back to a crowd favorite episode. Enjoy!
Disclaimer: Please excuse the audio quality, had some technical difficulties but the content is worth it! On this Audiosode, America's Favorite Pharmacist welcomes back his day 1, Uche, back to the podcast. We catch up for a bit with some jokes of course and then get right to it. This episode is all about the differences between men and women when it comes to substance abuse. We start with Illegal drugs such as marijuana (20:55) and heroin and then shift to stimulants like methamphetamine, prescription drugs and of course alcohol. Then we bring back some Rumor vs Truth, food edition (1:12), we need to work on the transition song! The reunion wraps up with the viewer’s choice for the next episode, so make sure to vote (1:29)!
DocECocky, America's Favorite Pharmacist, talks about the pharmacy profession and job outlook. For those in healthcare and those interested in everything that's going on right now with Covid and Pharmacy, you'll enjoy this one! I also talk about a new drug you most likely never heard of that's not legal in the US, keep up! #SUBSCRIBE
Join America’s Favorite Pharmacist and his special guest Aaron aka “Space Jam” as they dive into the world of Medical/Recreational Dispensaries in the DMV (DC/MD/VA) area! Outside of his partnerships with Hulu and BallerTv, he started a dispensary delivery business back in 2019. I spark the convo with a little background on dispensaries and provide some stats on the marijuana industry (4:20)! We then switch gears and talk about Aaron’s company (Hood Goods LLC) and all about how he got into the industry (12:30) and the services his company provides. We talk about representation and the pros and cons of the business. Make sure to check out and show out for his event, the first annual ‘Cali Vibes’ in Baltimore coming up on 4/20. There’s gonna be performances, guest appearances, and much more! Friend of the show Ashley is also in the studio and we got an unexpected surprise call towards the end of the episode. This was a fun and enlightening conversation, hope you all enjoy it! #BestPharmacyPodcast
Join Doc-E Cocky as he interviews friend of the show and special guest Ebony about her Psilocybin use (8:00). After that, we switch gears to IYDKNYK (38:00) and some more pharmacy-related news. We wrap it up with a surprising fact about marijuana use and she tells you all about her new podcast ‘Factsz Dummie’ so check that out after. Enjoy the interview! https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2021-02-03/1-in-3-young-americans-prescribed-a-psychiatric-drug-misuses-them-study
Join Doc-E Cocky as he welcomes you back home to Season 3 of the best pharmacy podcast. He’s joined by co-host and friend of the show Touche Uche and this one is entertaining from start to finish! We begin with our goals for 2021 which includes new merch (06:40)! The discussion then shifts to the main topic which is the research being done at JHU with Psychedelic Therapy using Psilocybin (13:00), would you participate in the study? Then in society-related news did you hear about the WI pharmacist who tried to mess with the Covid Vaccines (48:50)? The convo then flows to the crowd favorite segment IYDKNYK and some new drug-related updates (55:47). We wrap it all up with the classic Truth vs Rumor (01:05:17) and much more, enjoy the show! P.s: Make sure you check out the Small Doses Podcast which drops this Sunday!
Join the pied piper pharmacist AKA DocECocky and the RETURN of the mack, his partner in crime, the one he started the podcast with a couple of years back, Uche! From the get-go, you get the idea that this isn’t the usual episode. We start by of course getting to the shits and catching up with Uche (1:00) and talk about my rapper dreams. Then we pivot to chopping it up about the year in review and talk about the BTS for each episode (20:15) and I tell you my favorite episode; that’s a segment you don’t wanna miss! The conversation then shifts to how we feel about taking the Covid vaccine (57:00). Did you hear about those drug kingpin frat boys from UNC Chapel Hill moving that cocaine all over their college campuses (1:02)? We then look forward to what we expect for 2021 and hopefully, there’s not another pandemic to derail our plans (1:11)! What segments (small doses; drug news in pop culture; street Rx) do you want us to bring back? Share in the comments! With that have a great holiday season and we will catch up with you all next year for Season 3, Enjoy!
Join the pied piper pharmacist AKA DocECocky on this Thanksgiving Special Audiosode Adventure with his returning guest Greg from the MTR Network! We begin with the glitch in the matrix (5:40) that started us off on the wrong foot in 2020. Then our discussion shifts to the Covid-19 Pandemic (10:27) and how it really set America up for the racial reckoning know as the BLM Movement Protests around the world (20:16). I tell you all about how doctors’ offices are actually sneakily charging for COVID-19 tests; an update on the vaccine race and I answer some common questions (35:00). What drugs will I talk about in the “if you don’t know now you know” segment (51:44)? Did you know that psychedelics like MDMA may be getting FDA approval sooner than later (56:47)? & S/O to Oregon! We had to end the episode with letting you guys in on how we’ll be celebrating Thanksgiving this year. Enjoy!
On this Audiosode Adventure, join America's Favorite Pharmacist Doc-E and his guest Izzy as they discuss all of the DR's natural remedies! The conversation begins with some music to get us in the mood and we then dive into some weird remedies for common ailments starting with Mumps (5:35). Have you ever heard of foxtail copperleaf or tried tea with honey and onions? We talk about our cultural love of using Vicks VapoRub on literally EVERYTHING (14:14)! We go from boiling aspirin to talking about Evil Eye which is a big thing in the Dominican Culture (18:44). After this fun and interesting conversation, we shift to our two newer segments including today's power prescription...did you know women can also use Viagra (35:00)? All this and much more, enjoy!
On this AudioSode, Join Doc-E and his guest Shawntae as they discuss mental health in the black community. This was one of my favorite audiosodes to record and you guys are gonna enjoy all the informative entertainment! We start off with how the current social climate (COVID and BLM Movement) as well as my guest's personal mental health issues had an impact on her wanting to discuss this topic (6:00). The conversation then flows to the disparities in care when it comes to mental health treatment in the Black community (10:30); self-medication and the structural racism factors behind that. Why is talking about mental health still taboo and viewed as a stigma in the black community? We then pivot to the barriers to changing this narrative and the roadblocks to receiving treatment for mental illness (22:25). My guest talks about her WHOLE-listic approach to care and we dive into how nutrition/being active can affect mental health (35:00). The audiosode then concludes with a true or false segment (46:00), do you know which foods improve mental well-being? Find this out and a lot more, enjoy! Also, be on the lookout out for my guest Shawntae's very own podcast dropping in 2021!
Join Doc-E on this PSYCHEDELIC Audio Adventure as he chops it up with you (his guest) about a powerful plant you may not have heard of before. Doc-E gets back to his psychedelic roots from last season and gives you a colorful breakdown of......AYAHUASCA (pronounced ah-yuh-wah-skuh). Get ready for some informative entertainment and enjoy!
In this AudioSode, Join Doc-E as he re-introduces a friend of the podcast, Uche, as they talk about what’s going on with Covid-19 on the forgotten continent, Africa. We kick off the discussion by highlighting some countries and their responses to the pandemic (7:00), have you heard about Madagascar’s organic COVID remedy? The focus then shifts to what’s going on in South Africa (1826):, have you heard that is where the first clinical trials on the continent are taking place? Then surprisingly the most controversial part of COVID 19 on the motherland takes place in China (30:00), have you heard about the discrimination going on over there? To cap it all off, we then give our takes on the rumors going on in Africa about surviving the pandemic (40:35), try to make some sense out of it, and much more! So put on a mask and enjoy the Episode! More on China's Racism against minority groups: https://slate.com/culture/2020/07/john-oliver-uighurs-china-last-week-tonight-human-rights.html
On this AudioSode, Join Doc-E and his guest Selo as they navigate Africa’s healing power and kick off the natural medicine series. We start by chopping it up about our respective cultures (Nigeria and Liberia) and then transition into our main topic, Bitter Leaf as medicine (8:00). To get a better understanding of the herb’s health benefits, Selo tries his best at a game of True and False and hilarity ensues (21:00). I then bring to light some relevant recent news stories about Covid19 and a possible cure (36:05)? The episode wraps up with everyone’s favorite segment of old drugs new tricks, did you know psyllium powder can be used as a shank in jails & prisons (41:09)? All this and much more, make sure to Subscribe and Share!
On this brand spanking new AudioSode, Doc-E, and his guest Kendra, as they talk about Love, Sex and Drugs. We start by giving a little background on the ‘Love Hormone’ we naturally produce (7:30) and mention some of the potential medical benefits. We then share some personal stories (14:40) of our experiences with being in lust and/or love and using drugs during sex allegedly (18:12). We then transition to how certain types of drugs can affect your sex drive (21:43) and then I give the scoop on an old OTC drug with new tricks (29:17). My guest and then go back and forth talking about how we feel about love and sex in relationships (35:25) and trusting yourself. Is love a toxic drug? Enjoy!
On this COVID-19 edition AudioSode, Join Doc-E as he navigates this audio adventure solo. America's favorite pharmacist provides an update on the coronavirus and talks about the role of the much-hyped Hydroxychoroquine drug in all this. He then gives his opinions on pop culture quarantine style and how this pandemic is going to affect us socially moving forward in America 2.0 (12:23). Enjoy and make sure to hit that SUBSCRIBE!
On this Audio Adventure, join Doc-E and his co-host Uche as they have a conversation with a former drug user. Frank gives a candid interview about his past drug use, what he experienced, what he learned, his thoughts on drug use in pop culture today and MUCH more! From his humble beginnings with weed and alcohol to graduating to LSD and Molly to then earning his Ph.D. with Ketamine and DMT. I bet this is a conversation you don't wanna miss. Enjoy! P.s- sorry about some parts of the audio, it was an offsite interview
On this AudioSode, Join Doc-E and his co-host Uche on this hilarious audio adventure as they officially kick off Season Two with some foolery! We start with the hot topic in the media these days, the CoronaVirus, and tell you everything you need to know like how it started and how to protect yourself (5:55); also a nasty elevator story (13:29). We then transition to some Truth Vs Rumor coronavirus edition (22:00) and stir the tea with a conspiracy theory out there (29:33). You wanted to hear some personal stories from our days working in retail pharmacy (the time I almost got shot!) and we talk about a New York Times article you should def check out (32:07). We then kick off our New Segment talking about Pruno and Imodium called "If you don't know now you know!" (42:55). What do you guys think about our shirt idea for new merch? Enjoy the Episode! Youtube Channel Link (SUBSCRIBE!!!!): Search 'Drug-E Nation Podcast' OR click here -> https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYAOixTMmYPnjkglhBP01UQ NYT Article: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/31/health/pharmacists-medication-errors.html#commentsContainer
WELCOME BACK to the Audio Adventure that is Drug-E Nation! In this Audiosode, Doc-E talks about what the podcast wants to accomplish for this year and re-introduces his new official co-host! And since this is a podcast about drugs, we hit you with our takes on some interesting news stories involving drugs (18:08). Live shows and Youtube Channel coming soon! Hit that SUBSCRIBE button! MAMBA MENTALITY FOREVER. THE MARATHON CONTINUES
On this end of the year Audiosode, Doc-E recaps all the highlights from 2019 and says thank you to all the fans and SUBSCRIBERS who have helped make the 1st year such a success! I break down the story behind each episode...You don't wanna miss this Audio Adventure Experience! LOL Thank You, Everyone, for the continued support, you're all very much appreciated! Bigger and better things coming, talk to you guys next year. 2020 Vision. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
On this AudioSode, Join Doc-E and his guest Greg, as they talk about a plate of topics for this Thanksgiving week episode! We start with addiction (6:50), then transition into the Opioid vs the Crack Epidemic and the differences in America's response (9:52). What does China and Mexico have to do with Fentanyl in America (30:22)? We get into my guest's own interesting addiction and how that started (36:30), then talk about some recent stories in the news; heard about the new male contraceptive (43:58)?. We end by getting into the holiday spirit starting with a list of America's most addictive foods (53:18), our must-have foods on Thanksgiving, and the 'itis' is real but does Turkey really make you sleepy? And much more! Also, take a listen to my guest appearance on the ‘Unofficially Black’ podcast, the link is right below. We had a hilarious conversation! https://mtrthenetwork.com/mtr-podcasts/unofficially-black/foodie/?fbclid=IwAR0G7ZGyFPjkGywYvtr1p625D93Z8KBJ7S8oPrD7HRxZiljKFHbwxVwal7E
This AudioSode is from the live show (October 12th) performance at the Baltimore Podcast Festival in a restaurant called Joe Squared. Hope you enjoy the episode! #DrugEs