Podcast appearances and mentions of alex mcdonald

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #359 of the PWTorch including WCW Halloween Havoc 1995, various angles and turns, monster trucks(!), Giant falls off a building, WWF Survivor Series card, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #358 of the PWTorch including thoughts on In Your House 4, Shawn Michaels relinquishes the IC title to Dean Douglas, whether Hogan is now a heel, the debut of Goldust, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

We're discussing Empowering Patients to Make the Best Decisions! Faisel and Dan are joined by Dr. Alex McDonald: Family and Sports Medicine Physician, AAFP Vaccine Science Fellow, and Immediate Past President of the California Academy of Family Physicians.Our conversation revolves around exploring vaccination options with patients, building a movement from an online immunization community, and prescribing lifestyle medicine.

Alex McDonald, MD, and Amanda d'Almeida, MD, MPH, share practical strategies for physicians to address misinformation.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #357 of the PWTorch including how Bill Watts and Vince McMahon couldn't coexist, Shawn Michaels and others get attacked in Syracuse, WCW releases Vader, WWF's next booker, and more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Alex McDonald, MD, speaks with Amanda d'Almeida, MD, about using social media to share evidence-based medical information.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #356 of the PWTorch including a huge Japanese interpromotional card, Bill Watts officially takes over for Pat Patterson, first preview of WCW Starrcade ‘95, Wade's Torch Talk with Eddie Guerrero, and more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #355 of the PWTorch including WWF In Your House 3 including a lame main event finish, Raw beats Nitro in their second and third head-to-head showdowns, an update on Sabu's status with WCW, and more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #354 of the PWTorch including WCW Fall Brawl ‘95, discussing whether War Games is a dead concept, Nitro beats Raw in their first head-to-head, Austin gets released, and more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Alex McDonald, MD, speaks with Robert H. Hopkins, Jr., MD, about how physicians can navigate discussions about vaccines.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #353 of the PWTorch including the second episode of WCW Nitro including Wade's thoughts on Hogan vs. Luger, Wade's reporting on Luger's jump to WCW, Bret Hart shares his thoughts on Vince, Flair, and Hogan, and more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #352 of the PWTorch including the very first WCW Nitro, Luger jumps to WCW, Orndorff beats up Vader, IYH 3 card takes shape, and more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #351 of the PWTorch including Summerslam 1995, Razor vs. Shawn in their second classic ladder match, Sabu debuts with WCW, Luger update, and more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Physician's Weekly board member Alex McDonald, MD, and Stephanie Sutherland, PhD, continue their discussion about science...

Physician's Weekly board member Alex McDonald, MD, and Stephanie Sutherland, PhD, continue their discussion about science communication, emphasizing the importance of empowering patients through health literacy.Let us know what you thought of this week's episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience in medicine on the PW podcast? Email us at editorial@physweekly.com! Thanks for listening!

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #350 of the PWTorch including Wade's rating of where WWF and WCW rank prior to the new Monday Night era, news on the WWF status of Lex Luger and Adam Bomb, Jeff Jarrett update, New Jack on his time in SMW, and more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Physician's Weekly board member Alex McDonald, MD, returns to talk with medical writer Stephanie Sutherland, PhD, about the...

Physician's Weekly board member Alex McDonald, MD, returns to talk with medical writer Stephanie Sutherland, PhD, about the critical need for effective science communication with patients.Let us know what you thought of this week's episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience in medicine on the PW podcast? Email us at editorial@physweekly.com! Thanks for listening!

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #349 of the PWTorch including WCW and NJPW working to get Malenko, Benoit, Guerrero, and more from ECW, WWF tries various things to counter WCW's momentum including turning Bulldog heel, if Luger may play a role, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #348 of the PWTorch including WCW Clash of Champions 31, Bill Watts to join WWF in Patterson's role, Jarrett and Vince speak and try to make amends, and more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #347 of the PWTorch including SMW news with Ricky Morton leaving the company after an altercation between his girlfriend and Tracy Smothers's girlfriend, Wade previews the upcoming Clash of Champions, confirmed WWF cuts, learning some WrestleMania payouts, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #346 of the PWTorch including all the news from JJ and Roadie quitting WWF and how Vince reacted, various news and notes including Owen getting fined, whether Jarrett is in the top ten of ‘95 wrestlers, how Wade compares WCW vs. WWF, and more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Alex McDonald, MD, is joined by Elizabeth McNeil of the California Medical Association, and together they unpack H. R. 1's...

Alex McDonald, MD, is joined by Elizabeth McNeil of the California Medical Association, and together they unpack H. R. 1's sweeping healthcare cuts, coverage losses, and payment shifts—highlighting what they mean for physicians and patients nationwide. Let us know what you thought of this week's episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience in medicine on the PW podcast? Email us at editorial@physweekly.com! Thanks for listening!

On this episode of the Family Docs Podcast, we talk with Dr. Alex McDonald about vaccines – what family docs need to know now about vaccines, trends in vaccination rates, breaking and addressing vaccine myths, having vaccine conversations with patients, and how you can start getting involved in advocacy.  Guests: Alex McDonald MD, FAAFP, CAQSM is a former professional triathlete, Family and Sports Medicine physician and Associate Program Director  of the Kaiser Permanente Fontana Family Medicine Residency Program. Dr. McDonald is an AAFP and CAFP media spokesperson and social media ambassador with a passion for family physicians to raise their voice for their patients. Dr. McDonald regularly writes for the Physician's Weekly and contributes to the Physician's Weekly podcast. Dr. McDonald is a recipient of the 2025 AAFP Vaccine Science Fellowship and recently was awarded the California Immunization Coalition's 2025 Ronald P. Bangasser, Immunization Leadership Award. Resources: “Vaccine Misinformation, Pseudoscience, & the Frailty of Community Health” by Alex McDonald, MD, CAQSM, FAAFP - Dr. McDonald explores how vaccine misinformation and pseudoscience undermine public health and calls for a return to trust, truth, and evidence-based care. (https://www.physiciansweekly.com/post/vaccine-misinformation-pseudoscience-the-frailty-of-community-health) Family Medicine POP: Prism of Practice conference, September 5-7, 2025 (San Diego) - www.familydocs.org/pop CAFP's All Member Advocacy Meeting (AMAM), March 14-16, 2026 (Sacramento) - www.familydocs.org/amam  Information: The Family Docs Podcast is hosted by Rob Assibey, MD, FAAFP and Cynthia Chen-Joea, DO, FAAFP.  The Family Docs podcast is developed, produced, and recorded by the California Academy of Family Physicians. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent or the California Academy of Family Physicians. More information at www.familydocs.org/podcast. Visit the California Academy of Family Physicians online at www.familydocs.org. Follow us on social media: Twitter - https://twitter.com/cafp_familydocs  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cafp_familydocs  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/familydocs  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/california-academy-of-family-physicians 

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #345 of the PWTorch including a great In Your House PPV, JJ performs "With My Baby Tonight," wrestles a MOTY candidate, then walks out on the WWF, massive layoffs in WWF, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #344 of the PWTorch including WCW's Bash of the Beach 1995, which takes place on an actual beach, debating whether it's worse than King of the Ring, the latest on Shane Douglas and Dustin Rhodes in WWF, various notes on other promotions, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #343 of the PWTorch including Kevin Sullivan becomes WCW's new head booker, a detailed review of Bischoff's Newsport interview including his take on “sports entertainment,” and much more. Plus, they discuss Hulk Hogan's passing and what he meant to the industry. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #342 of the PWTorch including Shane Douglas saying goodbye to ECW and likely headed to WWF, Eric Bischoff gives his first national interview, In Your House card takes shape, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #341 of the PWTorch including WWF King of the Ring 1995, Royce Gracie departing UFC due to rule changes, WCW crowns new tag champs, Austin injured in Japan, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In part 2 of their conversation, Drs. Alex McDonald and Robert Assibey continue talking about career transitions, offering...

In part 2 of their conversation, Drs. Alex McDonald and Robert Assibey continue talking about career transitions, offering advice on how clinicians can find mentors and build themselves a support system. Let us know what you thought of this week's episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience in medicine on the PW podcast? Email us at editorial@physweekly.com! Thanks for listening!

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #340 of the PWTorch including WCW GAB, enjoying the show without Hogan, McMahon speaks on Savage, Hogan, and WCW's new Monday night show, preview of King of the Ring PPV, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Physician's Weekly board member Alex McDonald, MD, sits down with family medicine physician Robert Assibey, MD, to talk...

Physician's Weekly board member Alex McDonald, MD, sits down with family medicine physician Robert Assibey, MD, to talk about career transitions in medicine, sharing their experiences so far and their advice for other clinicians. Let us know what you thought of this week's episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience in medicine on the PW podcast? Email us at editorial@physweekly.com! Thanks for listening!

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #339 of the PWTorch including WCW's huge announcement regarding a live two-hour show on TNT, what is known and still unknown about the show, an update on Chris Benoit in WWF, a preview of WCW Great American Bash, booking a WCW King of the Ring, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #338 of the PWTorch including WWF bringing in Chris Benoit and what it means for his run in ECW, NBC pulls the plug on the WM XI special, Brian Pillman arrested, an update on Dustin Rhodes' WWF gimmick, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #337 of the PWTorch including the latest on ECW's growth as well as a potential rift between Tod Gordon and Paul Heyman, Wade speaks with Heyman in the Torch Talk, WCW Great American Bash set to return, WWF King of the Ring card shaping up, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #336 of the PWTorch including Slamboree ‘95, WCW HOF, Razor wins then loses IC title, Alex explains why he dislikes Cody, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Physician's Weekly board member Alex McDonald, MD, and psychiatrist Barry K. Herman, MD, continue their conversation about...

Physician's Weekly board member Alex McDonald, MD, and psychiatrist Barry K. Herman, MD, continue their conversation about ADHD, offering resources that primary care physicians can use to become more comfortable with diagnosing and managing the condition in routine practice. Let us know what you thought of this week's episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience in medicine on the PW podcast? Email us at editorial@physweekly.com! Thanks for listening!

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #335 of the PWTorch including the very first In Your House, WWF gives away a house, WCW and Steve Austin come to a compromise, WWF runs its final Boston Garden Show, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

PW board member Alex McDonald, MD, returns to host a conversation with Barry K. Herman, MD, about the increasing prevalence of ADHD in the US population and how primary care physicians can meet growing diagnostic needs amid the shortage of child psychiatrists. Let us know what you thought of this week's episode on Twitter: @physicianswkly Want to share your medical expertise, research, or unique experience in medicine on the PW podcast? Email us at editorial@physweekly.com! Thanks for listening!

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss their memories of Sabu, plus issues #333 and #334 of the PWTorch including successful international shows in N. Korea and Japan, 123 Kid suffers a potential career ending neck injury, Steve Austin walks out of WCW tapings, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #332 of the PWTorch including Vader losing his UWFI title and how it affects WCW, Sabu continues talks with WCW, Sid joining with Ted DiBiase, Steiners heading back to WCW, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss WrestleMania XI, as well as major topics from PWTorch issues #328-331 they missed during their hiatus, including WrestleMania XI fallout, Jean Paul Levesque's new name, Flair's return to the ring, various wrestler and staff changes in WCW, ranking WrestleManias on the ones, and so much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald return from a few week hiatus and discuss issue #326 of the PWTorch including Uncensored 1995, a ridiculous main event, WWF success in MSG, Dustin and others get fired from WCW, and much more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #325 of the PWTorch including how WWF will expand its PPV schedule, including two-hour shows at a lower cost, and how WCW will also expand its schedule. They also discuss a bunch of notes from recent Raw tapings as well as a reader email outlining new gimmicks for both Alex and Patrick. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #324 of the PWTorch including the WM XI press conference, L.T. kisses Bigelow, how Alex and Patrick would rebook the Mania card, and Stan Hansen beats Kawada for the AJPW Triple Crown. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this episode of PWTorch ‘90s Pastcast, Patrick Moynahan and Alex McDonald discuss issue #323 of the PWTorch including Funk returning to ECW in an all-time angle, hyping a lame WM card, and more, plus Alex and Patrick play free agent “sign, tag, or let go,” discuss the WCW Uncensored card, and more. Contact us with questions, reactions, and more at torchpastcast@gmail.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.