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You've eaten red meat your whole life, so why does a steak dinner suddenly leave you covered in hives at 1 AM? A single Lone Star tick bite can rewire your immune system into a delayed allergy to red meat, and most people (and even their doctors) never connect the two.In this solo episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon discusses:Why alpha-gal reactions are delayed 2–6 hours after eating meat, and how that delay causes ER visits to be repeatedly misdiagnosedHow your blood type changes your risk (type A and O are higher-risk; type B appears protected) and why a mismatched transfusion has proven fatalThe simple alpha-gal IgE blood test to ask for, and what the numbers meanThe hidden sources beyond food: gelatin, vaccines, heparin, thyroid meds, and even heart valvesThe tiered treatment approach that resolves symptoms in about 80% of patients on meat-avoidance aloneLearn to recognize a condition that's increasingly common yet widely missed, so if it's happening to you, you'll know exactly what to test for and how to get your life back. It's not all in your head.Thank you to our sponsors:Cozy Earth - Go to https://bit.ly/3RLZNEv for up to 20% off!Timeline - Get 20% off your Mitopure order at https://bit.ly/4ptIchfSquare - Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://bit.ly/4gOCfZP #squarepodExplore More from Dr. Gabrielle LyonWeekly newsletter: Recipes, podcast updates, and practical weekly insights https://drgabriellelyon.com/sign-up/Apply to become a patient: Personalized care with Dr. Lyon's clinical team https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Connect with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drgabriellelyonX (Twitter): https://x.com/drgabriellelyonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonChapters00:00 - Introduction00:38 - How to spot the Lone Star tick02:15 - Why this tick hunts you03:40 - Where the tick is spreading now05:10 - Diseases the Lone Star tick carries06:30 - What alpha-gal syndrome is08:45 - Why the reaction is delayed 2 to 6 hours10:20 - Cofactors that make reactions worse12:05 - Blood type and your risk level14:30 - The transfusion danger nobody screens for16:15 - The blood test and what the numbers mean19:40 - Foods and hidden sources to avoid23:10 - The three-tier treatment approach27:00 - Hidden alpha-gal in meds, vaccines, and implants31:20 - Preventing tick bites and getting testedIf you found this episode valuable, share it with someone who would benefit from it.Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships.The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.

Everyone celebrates the weight GLP-1s take off, almost no one warns you about the volume they quietly pull out of your face and the loose skin you can't train away. The fix depends entirely on the diagnosis, and knowing which category your concern falls into is what saves you time, money, and regret.In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon sits down with Dr. Kristy Hamilton, a board-certified plastic surgeon, to discuss:Why rapid GLP-1 weight loss deflates facial volume and creates loose skin and why the leaner and more muscular you get, the more visible that laxity becomesThe muscle-sparing breast augmentation (Preserve) that gets active women back to full training in about a week, and why placing an implant in front of the muscle protects your strengthWhich skin-tightening treatments reset structure (like internal radiofrequency) versus the surface treatments and "expensive coat rack" machines that won't touch real laxityThe real NIH data on breast implant illness and why you don't need a $30,000 detox or to have healthy tissue cut out to get reliefBy the end, you'll know what rapid weight loss really does to your skin, which procedures match which problem, and how to avoid wasting money on fixes that were never going to work for your specific situation.Thank you to our sponsors:Cozy Earth - Go to https://bit.ly/3RLZNEv for up to 20% off!Timeline - Get 20% off your Mitopure order at https://bit.ly/4ptIchfSquare - Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://bit.ly/4gOCfZP #squarepodExplore More from Dr. Gabrielle LyonPremium Podcast Subscription: Ad-free episodes, key takeaway summaries, exclusive Q&A, and behind-the-scenes content https://foreverstrong.supercast.comWeekly newsletter: Recipes, podcast updates, and practical weekly insights https://drgabriellelyon.com/sign-up/Apply to become a patient: Personalized care with Dr. Lyon's clinical team https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Find Dr. Kristy Hamilton at:Website: https://www.drkristyhamilton.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkristyhamilton/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drkristyhamilton/Connect with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drgabriellelyonX (Twitter): https://x.com/drgabriellelyonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonChapters00:00 - Introduction: GLP-1s and the plastic surgery boom01:53 - The dark side: losing facial volume02:40 - Fat transfers and donor-fat products03:10 - Alloclae and the "zombie" fat06:04 - The Miami Thong Lift explained11:15 - Thong lift vs. BBL recovery13:05 - Pec muscle-sparing breast augmentation15:30 - Behind vs. in front of the muscle20:43 - Silicone vs. saline implants21:39 - Breast implant illness and the NIH data24:16 - Predatory explants and the $30K program31:33 - Implant size and the ballerina breast37:00 - Non-surgical tightening with Quantum RF41:00 - Are you a candidate? The pinch test46:43 - Why surface treatments miss the structure1:00:12 - Collagen banking for aging skin1:03:01 - A new non-opioid pain drug1:15:24 - Why fit women still fight loose skinIf you found this episode valuable, share it with someone who would benefit from it.Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships.The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.

The standard infertility timeline does not apply to every patient. When should infertility counseling begin, and when is it risky to wait? OBGYN Dr. Nicole Faulkner and REI specialist Dr. Jennifer Kulp Makarov discuss how age, irregular cycles, endometriosis, recurrent pregnancy loss, and male factor infertility should shape counseling and referral decisions on this week's episode of the BackTable Women's Health. --- Get the BackTable apphttps://www.backtable.com/app --- Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction02:37 - Launching a New Practice04:23 - When to Refer Patients06:23 - Basic Infertility Workup08:39 - Counseling Patients Over 4014:05 - Personalized IVF Protocols17:59 - Embryology and PGT-A23:54 - Egg Preservation Timing28:20 - Using Frozen Embryos Later31:36 - Components of Personalized IVF33:30 - Patient Experience and Education37:25 - Alternative Fertility Options40:46 - Approaching Recurrent Miscarriage42:28 - Key Takeaways --- More about this episode Dr. Kulp Makarov reviews when patients should be referred to an REI based on age, while emphasizing that earlier referral is appropriate for patients with irregular cycles, endometriosis, recurrent pregnancy loss, or known male factor infertility. Although anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) testing can be a useful initial assessment, it should not delay specialist evaluation. The discussion also explores how advances in reproductive medicine have expanded fertility treatment options. Dr. Kulp Makarov highlights personalized IVF protocols, embryo banking, and preimplantation genetic testing, while emphasizing both the benefits and limitations of these approaches. She also shares practical guidance on egg freezing, pregnancy in the mid-40s, and when donor eggs, gestational carriers, or other fertility treatment options may be appropriate. Finally, she explains how REIs approach the evaluation and management of recurrent pregnancy loss. --- BackTable Women's Health is the go-to podcast for gynecologists, gynecologic surgeons, and other healthcare professionals focused on women's health. Download the free BackTable app to get early access to new episodes, cases, and courses curated by physicians in your specialty. ► https://www.backtable.com/app

How often does your brain offer "I don't know" when you're trying to figure out your next step? For so many of us with ADHD, this thought shows up constantly…and a lot of the time, we just accept it. In this episode, we're looking at what "I don't know" is actually doing, why our brains offer it frequently, and three coaching questions that can help us find the answer that's already there. In Episode 364, You Will Discover: Why "I don't know" isn't always what it seems How to tell the difference between the two different types of "I don't know" and why it matters. Three coaching questions to move through ADHD indecision and get your brain out of the freeze Work With Me: Learn more about private coaching here Join We're Busy Being Awesome (group coaching) Enroll in Overwhelm to Action - step by step course for ADHD Brains Resources From This Episode: Discover Your ADHD Overwhelm Type - Free Quiz! More ADHD Resources: Discover Your ADHD Overwhelm Type - Free Quiz! Get the I'm Busy Being Awesome Podcast Roadmap Free course: ADHD Routine Revamp Learn my Top 10 Tips to Work With Your ADHD Brain Discover my favorite ADHD resources Access the I'm Busy Being Awesome Planning System Paula's Favorite Resources Many of the items below are affiliate links with discounts and free trials available. They are all products I personally use and love. I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through my links, at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support! Disclosure info here. Stay focused with brain.fm and get a 30-day free trial. Personalized music, backed by science, designed to help you get and stay in the zone. Speechify: my go-to text-to-speech app. One-month free trial plus $60 off a premium subscription if you decide to keep it. Todoist: my favorite task manager. Simple, easy to use, and incredible integration with other platforms. Get two months of premium free. No credit card required. Wispr Flow: The best tool for talk-to-text. Awesome for verbal processing and saving time. Free trial, no credit card required. Leave IBBA A Rating & Review! If you enjoy the podcast, would you be a rockstar and leave a review? Doing so helps others find the show and spreads these tools to even more people. Go to Apple Podcasts Click on the I'm Busy Being Awesome podcast Scroll down to the bottom of the page, where you see the reviews. Simply tap five stars; that's it! Bonus points if you're willing to leave a few sentences sharing what you enjoy about the podcast or a key takeaway from the episode you just heard. Thanks, friend! Chapter Outline 00:00 Introduction 01:17 Understanding I Don't Know 02:48 Two Types of I Don't Know 03:05 External Knowledge Gaps 04:19 Inner Knowing 06:01 My Academia to Coaching Transition 09:16 Identifying Your I Don't Know 10:00 Private Coaching Opportunity 11:09 Three Powerful Questions 11:31 Question One: How to Find Out 13:01 Question Two: What Do You Know 15:08 Applying What You Know Internally 16:26 Question Three: Top Three Guesses 17:37 Workplace Conversation Example 19:36 Project Overwhelm Example 21:30 Bringing It All Together 22:44 Closing and Resources

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/ZBS865. CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA/IPCE credit will be available until June 29, 2027.Personalized Interventions in Neuroendocrine Tumors: Applying the Latest Systemic Therapy Evidence to Guide Treatment Decisions in Community-Based Settings In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis educational activity is supported by medical education grants from Exelixis, Inc. and Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/ZBS865. CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA/IPCE credit will be available until June 29, 2027.Personalized Interventions in Neuroendocrine Tumors: Applying the Latest Systemic Therapy Evidence to Guide Treatment Decisions in Community-Based Settings In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis educational activity is supported by medical education grants from Exelixis, Inc. and Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/ZBS865. CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA/IPCE credit will be available until June 29, 2027.Personalized Interventions in Neuroendocrine Tumors: Applying the Latest Systemic Therapy Evidence to Guide Treatment Decisions in Community-Based Settings In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis educational activity is supported by medical education grants from Exelixis, Inc. and Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/ZBS865. CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA/IPCE credit will be available until June 29, 2027.Personalized Interventions in Neuroendocrine Tumors: Applying the Latest Systemic Therapy Evidence to Guide Treatment Decisions in Community-Based Settings In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis educational activity is supported by medical education grants from Exelixis, Inc. and Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/ZBS865. CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA/IPCE credit will be available until June 29, 2027.Personalized Interventions in Neuroendocrine Tumors: Applying the Latest Systemic Therapy Evidence to Guide Treatment Decisions in Community-Based Settings In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis educational activity is supported by medical education grants from Exelixis, Inc. and Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA/IPCE information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/ZBS865. CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA/IPCE credit will be available until June 29, 2027.Personalized Interventions in Neuroendocrine Tumors: Applying the Latest Systemic Therapy Evidence to Guide Treatment Decisions in Community-Based Settings In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis educational activity is supported by medical education grants from Exelixis, Inc. and Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

We're closing out the season with something different: a multidisciplinary breakdown of episode six of Heated Rivalry. Not a recap. Not a fan theory session. A real conversation about what the show gets right — and what it gets wrong — about male performance anxiety, queer identity, female arousal physiology, and the stories we tell ourselves about our own bodies.To be clear: this isn't about hockey. It's about what happens when good storytelling accidentally becomes a teaching moment for sexual health.What We CoverPerformance anxiety isn't in your head — it's in your nerves, arteries, and muscles. Erectile function is vascular and neurological before it's psychological. Medication, alcohol, dehydration, stress — all of it shows up in the body before it shows up in the bedroom. We break down why "just relax" is the least useful advice you can give a man who's struggling, and what's actually happening physiologically when performance doesn't match desire.Shane's coming out arc, and why identity evolution isn't linear. The show doesn't hand Shane a clean, tidy arc — and that's the point. We talk about how culture, family history, and internalized norms shape the timeline of coming out, and why real identity work rarely looks like the movie version.Communication is the actual plot device. Underneath the hockey, the drama, the trauma — the show works because the characters eventually say the thing. We talk about why authentic communication is the real special effect in any story about intimacy, on screen or off.Behind the scenes: setting, production choices, small details you'd miss on a first watch — and yes, a detour into tentacle erotica as a case study in how sexual expression keeps evolving in media, and why that's worth understanding rather than dismissing.Key TakeawaysErectile response is biological first, emotional second — treat it that way.Female arousal physiology doesn't disappear at menopause; it changes, and imaging confirms it.Coming out stories are shaped by context, not just courage.Good storytelling about sex requires vulnerability, not perfection.Expanding your sexual literacy — even through fiction — is part of the work.You are not broken. Your body isn't broken. And apparently, neither is prestige TV's ability to sneak real sex ed into a hockey drama.Season two, see you soon.— KellySubscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs it.

In this episode, Jeffrey E. Lee, M.D., Executive Vice President, Chief Physician Executive, The University of Texas MD Anderson, discusses how advances in cancer treatment are transforming survivorship care by improving outcomes while reducing treatment burden. He shares MD Anderson's approach to supporting patients beyond remission through personalized care, survivorship programs, and innovations that prioritize both longevity and quality of life.

“No normal embryos” doesn't always mean the end. Lisa talks with Dr. Norbert Gleicher and Dr. David Barad from the Center for Human Reproduction about IVF for tough cases, especially older patients. They discuss PGTA, aneuploid and mosaic embryos, immunology, inflammation, and why individualized, evidence‑based treatment can open options many patients don't realize they have. Have you been told you have “no normal embryos” and feel like you're out of options? In this episode of the Building Your Family Podcast, Lisa talks with Dr. Norbert Gleicher and Dr. David Barad from the Center for Human Reproduction about IVF for some of the toughest cases: older patients, “no normal embryos,” and cycles where many people are told there's nothing else to try. They discuss why careful diagnosis and truly individualized treatment matter so much, especially for older patients; how they think about embryos other clinics might not consider; and what current evidence actually shows about PGTA, aneuploid and mosaic embryos, and implantation. They also explore the role of immunology, inflammation, toxins like microplastics, supplements, and AI in embryo selection. In this conversation, you'll hear about:     What “no normal embryos” really means (and what it doesn't)     Why one‑size‑fits‑all IVF protocols often fail older patients     The controversy around PGTA and how it affects real‑world outcomes     When aneuploid and mosaic embryos may still be part of a thoughtful plan     How immunology, inflammation, and sensitivities can impact implantation     Personalized ovulation induction for older patients     Why evidence‑based, individualized care matters more than trends or hype If you've been told there are no options left, this episode can help you ask better questions and understand what might still be possible for your family. Subscribe to the Building Your Family Podcast for more evidence‑based conversations on fertility, donor conception, and surrogacy. Episode resources Website: https://centerforhumanreprod.com/

The longevity world has convinced a generation of women that protein is shortening their lives. The science says they've got it backwards and the people hurt most are the ones who need protein most.In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon breaks down the protein-and-longevity fear, steelmans the strongest case against protein, then walks through what the evidence shows:The RDA (0.8 g/kg) is a deficiency floor, not a target, the intake one camp calls "dangerously high" is what federal guidelines and expert groups now recommend (1.2–1.6 g/kg)The IGF-1–cancer link is tiny (a 3–11% risk bump vs. smoking's 1,000–2,000%), and the IGF-1–mortality curve is U-shaped: the lowest levels carry ~40% higher death riskSarcopenia roughly doubles death risk (3.5× with frailty) and perimenopause stacks anabolic resistance on top, exactly when women are told to fear the foods that defend themBy the end, you'll understand the mTOR and IGF-1 science well enough that nobody online can scare you off your own dinner, plus a simple Monday-morning plan: adequate protein, front-loaded, built on minimally processed foods, with heavy lifting to match.Thank you to our sponsors:BodyHealth - Use the code LYON20 to get 20% off your first order https://bit.ly/4f7ZqM5 Our Place - Upgrade your kitchen with Our Place today. Visit https://bit.ly/4vT4cEr and use code DRYLON for 10% off sitewide. That's F-R-O-M-O-U-R-P-L-A-C-E DOT COM / D-R-L-Y-O-N and use code DRLYON for 10% off sitewide. With a 100-day trial, you can try it completely risk-free.Lucy Get 20% off your next order with code DRLYON at https://lucy.co/, or find yours in store at https://bit.ly/4ybQCxH Explore More from Dr. Gabrielle LyonPremium Podcast Subscription: Ad-free episodes, key takeaway summaries, exclusive Q&A, and behind-the-scenes content https://foreverstrong.supercast.comWeekly newsletter: Recipes, podcast updates, and practical weekly insights https://drgabriellelyon.com/sign-up/Apply to become a patient: Personalized care with Dr. Lyon's clinical team https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Connect with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drgabriellelyon X (Twitter): https://x.com/drgabriellelyonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyon Chapters00:00 - Introduction: Is Protein Really Shortening Your Life?02:30 - Who the Protein Fear Hurts Most03:29 - What mTOR Is (Two Complexes)07:29 - The RDA Deception: High vs Low Protein12:00 - The Falcone Reanalysis of Levine 201416:00 - The Strongest Case Against Protein21:00 - Why Rodent Data Isn't Human Data26:08 - The IGF-1 Cancer Story, Link by Link29:00 - The U-Shaped Mortality Curve32:00 - Insulin, Carbs, and Active IGF-134:30 - Sarcopenia, Frailty, and Death Risk35:55 - Perimenopause and Anabolic Resistance38:00 - Red Meat, TMAO, and Plant Protein Myths39:51 - The Honest Verdict: Processed Meat44:00 - How Much Protein and Your Monday PlanIf you found this episode valuable, share it with someone who would benefit from it.Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships. The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.

#994 What if your website could tell exactly who was visiting — and rewrite itself just for them? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Brennan Dunn, founder of RightMessage — the software powering hyper-personalized websites and email campaigns for top creators like Ali Abdaal and Justin Welsh. Brennan shares how his journey from freelance developer to SaaS founder led him to build a tool that dynamically customizes webpages and emails based on each visitor's needs. He breaks down how segmentation works, why it drastically boosts conversions, and the unconventional marketing strategy that helped RightMessage bounce back stronger than ever. If you sell online, collect leads, or want better conversions without more traffic, this conversation is packed with insight! (Original Air Date - 11/12/25) What we discuss with Brennan: + Origin story of RightMessage + Dynamic website personalization + Segmentation through surveys + Boosting conversions with tailored messaging + Big-name creators using the software + AB testing personalized sales pages + Partner webinars as marketing strategy + Pricing challenges and evolution of the product Thank you, Brennan! Check out RightMessage at ⁠RightMessage.com⁠. Follow Brennan on ⁠LinkedIn⁠. Watch the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠video podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Nerd Alert, a series of special episodes bridging the gap between marketing academia and practitioners. We're breaking down highly involved, complex research into plain language and takeaways any marketer can use.In this episode, Elena and Rob explore what triggers the personalization backfire effect and why the same ad can feel helpful one day and invasive the next. Topics covered:[01:20] "Triggering the Personalization Backfire Effect: The Moderating Role of Situational Privacy Concern"[02:45] How the study tested three levels of ad personalization[04:27] When more personal data actually hurts performance[06:10] Privacy sensitivity isn't a fixed personality trait[07:10] Contextual targeting vs. identity-based targetingTo learn more, visit marketingarchitects.com/podcast or subscribe to our newsletter at marketingarchitects.com/newsletter.Resources: Kim, H., & Han, S. (2025). Triggering the personalization backfire effect: The moderating role of situational privacy concern. Behavioral Sciences.Get more research-backed marketing strategies by subscribing to The Marketing Architects on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Jeffrey Gaal, Co-Founder & CRO of Genetic Lifespan, on Mission Matters during SEICon in Las Vegas. Jeffrey shares how personalized genetic and epigenetic testing helps individuals better understand their health, optimize lifestyle choices, and build a science-backed roadmap for longevity. Watch Full Episode on ⁠Youtube⁠. --- Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Free Ozempic?! Eat Your Way to the GLP-1 Effect + Why Women Are Hungry with guest expert Dominique Ludwig - #66Want Ozempic Fx without the Rx?What if the answer to better energy, fewer cravings, improved hormones, and sustainable weight management isn't another diet… but relearning how to eat?This week Samantha sits down with leading clinical nutritionist and No Nonsense Nutrition author Dominique Ludwig to unpack what really drives hunger, “food noise,” cravings, blood sugar swings, and the changes women experience through midlife and menopause. Together they break down the science behind naturally supporting satiety hormones like GLP-1, why calorie counting may not be the answer, and how simple shifts can completely change your relationship with food.This conversation is practical, evidence-informed, and refreshingly free of extremes.In this episode you'll learn:Discover the real biological reason cravings, fatigue, and midsection weight gain might not be a willpower issue at allFind out how to naturally activate the same hormone behind Ozempic and Wegovy — using your dinner plateLearn the Triple 30 Method and why these three specific numbers matter more than ever in midlifeUncover why calorie counting misses the point — and what to focus on insteadHear the honest truth about who GLP-1 medications are (and aren't) right forGet the science behind why a handful of nuts may not "cost" you as many calories as you thinkUnderstand the surprising gut-to-hormone pathway that connects fiber to estrogen balanceLearn what actually happens in your body during the "invisible" metabolic shift after 40Discover the real difference between mindful snacking and "grazing" — and why it mattersFind out how to judge protein powder, fermented foods, and resistant starch without the overwhelmAbout Our Guest:Dominique Ludwig is one of the UK's leading nutritionists, with an MSc in Nutrition from King's College London and over 30 years of clinical experience supporting more than 4,500 people worldwide.A Registered Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Fellow of the British Association of Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine, she is the author of the instant #1 Sunday Times bestseller No-Nonsense Nutrition, and the founder of the Renew Reset Recharge® and Triple 30 programs. Her work has been featured in The Sunday Times, The Telegraph, and SheerLuxe.

"Everyone gets cancer five times a day — your body already knows how to take care of it." Sam Bertram is the co-founder and CEO of OnePointOne, the vertical-farming company behind the Willo brand. With his brother John (CTO), Sam is building fully automated indoor farms — powered by AutoStore robotics, AI, and precision LED light — that grow nutrient-dense produce in about 15 days, with no soil and no sunlight. But the vision goes far beyond salad: using plants as living factories to manufacture pharmaceutical-grade molecules (like monoclonal antibodies) at a fraction of today's cost, and eventually "closing the loop" on human nutrition — food grown to your own blood work. *Reduce your risk of Alzheimer's with my science-backed protocol for women 30+: * https://go.neuroathletics.com.au/yout... Subscribe to The Neuro Experience for evidence-based conversations at the intersection of brain science, longevity, and performance. _____ TOPICS DISCUSSED 00:00 – Cold open: bold claims & who is Sam Bertram 00:51 – Why vertical farms collapse (Bowery) & how OnePointOne survived 05:49 – The number that started it all: 1.1 billion malnourished 07:30 – Why micronutrient deficiency is the real killer 08:21 – What OnePointOne actually is: "a box that grows plants" 10:03 – Training plants with light & water to boost nutrients 11:00 – Closing the loop: food matched to your body's data 12:28 – The plan for 1,000 farms & the AutoStore partnership 15:46 – Plant biology 101: growing with no soil, no sun 18:11 – The robots — and why humans are still essential 21:27 – Pesticides, washing produce & disease clusters 23:53 – Beet greens for cancer patients & the Whole Foods deal 24:42 – A 13-person company run on AI 25:15 – The 15-day crop & cracking the cost code 27:11 – Biology vs. software: what really makes it work 28:01 – Humanoid robots, ~5 years away 30:27 – Why raise $80M and not $500M 33:56 – What they do to a plant that nature never would 36:28 – Expanding crops: strawberries, cannabis, mushrooms 38:05 – Growing food & materials in space (Elon, text back) 39:38 – Personalized food grown from your blood test 40:24 – Food as medicine & the truth about Western medicine 41:11 – Sam's mystery illness: 8 years without exercise 44:23 – Plants as medicine — who "fed and dosed" the world? 49:32 – Manufacturing pharmaceutical molecules inside plants 50:18 – Replicating $30–40k drugs cheaply (Rituximab, Lecanemab) 54:21 – Why the Middle East may beat the US, RFK Jr & MAHA 55:11 – Genetics, cancer & the healthy 80–90% 57:35 – Taste: beating junk food at its own game 58:27 – Why good food got so expensive (money printing) 59:14 – A world without hunger — how far away? 1:00:24 – Tasting the farm: microgreens, bok choy, mizuna & kale _______ Thank you to our sponsors Jones Road Beauty: https://jonesroadbeauty.com Use code LOUISA for a free full-size mascara with your purchase (and mention The Neuro Experience podcast when they ask where you heard about them) Qualia: https://www.qualialife.com/neuro Use code NEURO for 50% off Qualia Magnesium+ Cure Hydration: https://curehydration.com Use code NEURO for 20% off (also available on Amazon) _______ I'm Louisa Nicola - clinical neurophysiologist - Alzheimer's prevention specialist - founder of Neuro Athletics. My mission is to translate cutting-edge neuroscience into actionable strategies for cognitive longevity, peak performance, and brain disease prevention. If you're committed to optimizing your brain- reducing Alzheimer's risk - and staying mentally sharp for life, you're in the right place. Stay sharp. Stay informed. Join thousands who subscribe to the Neuro Athletics Newsletter → https://bit.ly/3ewI5P0 Instagram:   / louisanicola_   Twitter :   / louisanicola_   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The parasites most Americans think of as a tropical problem are already here; showing up as fatigue, asthma, and gut issues that standard tests keep calling "normal." An estimated 1 in 20 people may carry one and never know it.In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon sits down with Dr. Peter Hotez, a tropical-medicine physician and vaccine scientist, to discuss:Why toxocariasis, a worm shed by household dogs and cats, may affect 5–6% of the U.S. population, with larvae migrating through the lungs and brainWhy standard PCR panels come back negative and which specific tests (antibody, fecal, eosinophil count) to ask forHow to lower your risk at home, from deworming pets on a vet schedule to knowing which symptoms warrant a targeted testWhy the popular "worm therapy for autoimmune disease" idea has the relationship backwards, worms are a leading driver of IBD and asthma, not a cureWhether you've been told your labs are fine but still feel off, this conversation gives you a clear, evidence-based framework for what to test for and how to protect your family from infections hiding in plain sight.Thank you to our sponsors:BodyHealth - Use the code LYON20 to get 20% off your first order https://bit.ly/4f7ZqM5Our Place - Upgrade your kitchen with Our Place today. Visit https://bit.ly/4vT4cEr and use code DRYLON for 10% off sitewide. That's F-R-O-M-O-U-R-P-L-A-C-E DOT COM / D-R-L-Y-O-N and use code DRLYON for 10% off sitewide. With a 100-day trial, you can try it completely risk-free.Lucy Get 20% off your next order with code DRLYON at https://lucy.co/, or find yours in store at https://bit.ly/4ybQCxHExplore More from Dr. Gabrielle LyonPremium Podcast Subscription: Ad-free episodes, key takeaway summaries, exclusive Q&A, and behind-the-scenes content https://foreverstrong.supercast.comWeekly newsletter: Recipes, podcast updates, and practical weekly insights https://drgabriellelyon.com/sign-up/Apply to become a patient: Personalized care with Dr. Lyon's clinical team https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Find Dr. Peter Hotez at:Website: https://peterhotez.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterhotez/Book - “Science Under Siege: How to Fight the Five Most Powerful Forces that Threaten Our World” - https://a.co/d/07P0iANSConnect with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drgabriellelyonX (Twitter): https://x.com/drgabriellelyonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonChapters00:00 - Introduction: trust in science and nutrition04:11 - Anti-parasitic drugs sold as snake oil06:43 - How misinformation gets weaponized18:23 - The turbo cancer claim debunked24:41 - Finding experts you can trust30:52 - Hepatitis B vaccine and how babies get infected31:56 - The 75 vaccine myth: eight diseases to seventeen35:42 - Why the COVID vaccine wasn't rushed40:18 - Toxocariasis: the worm in stray dogs and cats43:50 - Why parasite tests come back negative45:57 - Hookworm in rural Alabama48:05 - Eosinophils and how to test50:21 - Worm therapy for autoimmune is backwards54:19 - Deworming pets and family transmission57:19 - Liver fluke and bile duct cancer1:01:11 - Climate change and parasites in the US1:03:16 - Lyme, ticks, and genomic surveillance1:08:00 - Flu and COVID as cardiovascular threatsIf you found this episode valuable, share it with someone who would benefit from it.Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships.The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.

View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter Gayatri Devi is a nationally recognized neurologist specializing in memory disorders, including Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. In this episode, Gayatri explains how to think about dementia as a spectrum—including Alzheimer's disease, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and mixed presentations—while exploring the evolving biology of amyloid, tau, and neuroinflammation and why brain pathology does not always correlate with symptoms. She discusses her approach to detecting subtle cognitive decline in high-functioning individuals, the role of biomarkers and APOE4 testing in asymptomatic patients, the benefits and risks of anti-amyloid therapies such as lecanemab and donanemab, and strategies for minimizing treatment-related complications. Gayatri also examines why some patients may stabilize or even improve with individualized care, the overlap among different dementia syndromes, and the relationship between menopause, estrogen, and cognition—including her concept of menopause-related cognitive impairment. Finally, she discusses how advances in early detection, AI-assisted monitoring, targeted therapies, and precision medicine are reshaping the future of dementia care. We discuss: Gayatri's training and clinical focus, why dementia is a spectrum disease, and how personalized treatment is changing Alzheimer's care [3:45]; How Alzheimer's disease fits within the broader spectrum of dementia: diagnosis, biomarkers, and early pathophysiology [7:15]; The emerging role of neuroinflammation and viral infections in Alzheimer's disease [13:30]; Gayatri's comprehensive approach to evaluating cognitive decline in high-functioning patients [17:45]; Why forgetting names is usually normal and when word-finding problems become concerning [29:00]; Why women are at higher risk for Alzheimer's disease and how menopause influences cognition [33:45]; The promise and limitations of blood-based biomarkers for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease [40:15]; When preclinical Alzheimer's screening is appropriate and how to interpret positive biomarker results [45:00]; Case study: early Alzheimer's prevention in a highly-functional woman in her 50s with two copies of APOE4 [47:15]; Anti-amyloid therapies: balancing clinical benefit with ARIA risk using slow titration [51:45]; The aducanumab controversy, why it was discontinued, and why Gayatri would still choose it [1:00:00]; How anti-amyloid therapies cause ARIA, strategies for detecting and managing these complications, and how future therapies may improve safety and accessibility [1:03:30]; Two patient examples of exceptional responses to anti-amyloid therapy [1:12:30]; A multimodal approach to Alzheimer's treatment: combination therapy, MRI-guided TMS, GLP-1 receptor agonists, and more [1:15:00]; Vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and the overlap with Alzheimer's disease [1:21:00]; Lewy body dementia and Parkinson's disease: distinguishing two alpha-synuclein disorders [1:26:45]; Risk factors for Lewy body dementia and what remains unknown [1:36:15]; Treating menopause-related cognitive impairment: hormone therapy, brain rehabilitation, and balancing breast cancer risk [1:38:45]; How biomarkers changed Gayatri's perspective on the potential for Alzheimer's patients to improve [1:47:15]; The future of Alzheimer's care: AI, precision medicine, and personalized treatment [1:49:30]; and More. Connect With Peter on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

In this episode, we dive into how discount codes impact online store profits and customer behavior. Cara Marin, Product Lead at Seguno.com, shares how analyzing 182 million Shopify discount codes reveals the winning strategy between percentage-off and amount-off deals. She reveals why percentage discounts drive much higher average order values and how to use personalized workflows to maximize margin. She also shares strategies for stopping leaked codes and timing discounts perfectly to grow revenue safely.Use discount code "COFFEE" to get 20% off your first month at Seguno.com. Topics discussed in this episode:  How percent discounts boost average order value.What 182 million Shopify codes reveal about sales.Why amount off codes get higher redemptions.How to protect margins with a 20% discount cap.Why minimum spend rules rescue flat profits.How personalized codes stop coupon leaks completely.What lifecycle offers drive five times more sales.Why relationship based deals beat holiday sales.How to plan strategic discounts for net growth.What integrations automate personalized revenue. Links & ResourcesWebsite: https://seguno.com/bulk-discount-code-botShopify App Store: https://apps.shopify.com/bulk-discount-generatorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/segunosoftware/X/Twitter: https://x.com/SegunoSoftwareYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SegunoSoftwareGet access to more free resources by visiting the show notes at https://tinyurl.com/ykh9jur9I'd love your feedback. Tap the the link to send me a text.______________________________________________________LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS!Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don't miss out!   Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts   Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/   Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak   Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/partner-with-us/

Dr. Peñaherrera is an endocrinologist at Hamilton Diabetes and Endocrinology Center in Dalton, Georgia and Hamilton Health-Calhoun. He speaks both English and Spanish. He attended medical school in Ecuador, completed his residency training in internal medicine in New Jersey, and his fellowship in endocrinology at the University of Miami Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami, Florida. He specializes in diabetes, metabolic disorders, obesity medicine, and hormone-related conditions.https://vitruvianhealth.com/services/diabetes-endocrinology-center/

Join us for the season's final two episodes as we explore the emotional depths, relationships, and personal growth of the characters in "Heated Rivalry." This episode delves into vulnerability, identity, and love through intimate conversations and memorable scenes, offering both humor and heartache. We cover:The complexities of coming out and self-acceptance in a tight-knit communityThe influence of trauma and social pressures on sexual identityThe portrayal of relationships, love, and chemistry on screen and in real lifeMedical insights into sexual health, including ED, menopause, and reproductive choicesThe cultural depiction of masculinity, femininity, and societal expectationsIn this episode:Analyzing the pivotal scene where Ilya reveals his inner turmoil about identity and familyThe significance of honesty and vulnerability between Shane and IlyaInsights into how trauma impacts sexual development and relationshipsThe role of humor and playful banter in serious momentsBehind-the-scenes stories from the filming, including location choices and character dynamicsDiscussing medical myths about genitals post-menopause based on MRI studiesConversations about contraception, fertility, and sexual pleasure in both fiction and real lifeExploring the cultural intersections in the characters' backgrounds, including Russian, Canadian, and American influencesSubscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs it.

You might think microplastics are just an environmental nuisance that passes through your body, but the latest tissue studies tell a very different story. As a physician, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon breaks down where the science lands, past both the fear-mongering and the dismissiveness.In this solo episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon discusses:Why over 58% of patients in a landmark NEJM study had plastic embedded in their arterial plaque and the 4.5x higher risk of heart attack, stroke, and death that came with itHow microplastics act as a "Trojan horse," carrying endocrine-disrupting chemicals into your blood, testes, brain, and reproductive tissueWhy perimenopause and menopause are an especially vulnerable window for plastic-driven hormone disruptionThe five low-cost "Lyon Protocol" rules to cut your exposure, starting with never microwaving plastic and letting food cool before you store itThis matters because you don't need to overhaul your life or wait twenty years for perfect data to protect your cellular health; you just need the handful of small, automated decisions that move the needle on your metabolic and hormonal baseline.Thank you to our sponsors:Our Place - Upgrade your kitchen with Our Place today. Visit https://bit.ly/3RnCYH0 and use code DRYLON for 10% off sitewide. That's F-R-O-M-O-U-R-P-L-A-C-E DOT COM / D-R-L-Y-O-N and use code DRLYON for 10% off sitewide. With a 100-day trial, you can try it completely risk-free.Timeline - Get 20% off your Mitopure order at https://bit.ly/4wJpFzZ Bon Charge - Save 15% at https://bit.ly/44bIoYx with code DRLYON Explore More from Dr. Gabrielle LyonWeekly newsletter: Recipes, podcast updates, and practical weekly insights https://drgabriellelyon.com/sign-up/Apply to become a patient: Personalized care with Dr. Lyon's clinical team https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Connect with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drgabriellelyon X (Twitter): https://x.com/drgabriellelyonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyon Chapters00:00 - Introduction01:30 - What microplastics and nanoplastics are03:00 - Where plastics show up inside us04:30 - The UCSF systematic review06:10 - Inflammation, cytokines, and thyroid07:40 - Plastic in arterial plaque and the 4.5x risk10:10 - The strongest skeptic arguments13:00 - Lead, asbestos, and trans fats14:40 - The Trojan horse for hormone disruptors16:10 - Reproductive aging and menopause17:50 - Where Dr. Lyon lands19:40 - The Lyon protocol: five rulesIf you found this episode valuable, share it with someone who would benefit from it.Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships. The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.

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In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, to discuss recent artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives in the news. She then welcomes Jane Hermansen, manager of Mayo Clinic Laboratories' Outreach Program, to discuss the value of outreach programs in strengthening laboratories and supporting broader healthcare systems.AI's potential and limitations (00:01): Learn what's next and the challenges that remain as Drs. Pritt and Morice discuss recent stories about AI in healthcare. Value of outreach (07:30): Discover how laboratory outreach programs support their organizations, delivering benefits that range from improved patient care to lower testing costs and growth across health system service lines.Getting the most from outreach (15:54): Learn the three most important things lab leaders can do to get the greatest value from their outreach program. The future of outreach (17:53): Get insights on how outreach may evolve in the coming years as healthcare changes.ResourcesFortune: A decade after the ‘Godfather of AI' said radiologists are obsolete, salaries are $571K and growing“Answers From the Lab” podcast: Digital Advances: What's Next for Clinical Diagnostics?Personalized pathways through digital diagnostics: A Q&A with Chris Garcia, M.D. Outreach & Business SolutionsOwn your lab: Hospital-owned labs generate long-term financial and clinical valueLeveraging the Laboratory Conference

What if you didn't need 10,000 steps or a gym membership to get the benefits of exercise? Recent studies show that brief bursts of vigorous activity…woven naturally into daily life…can substantially reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer.One of the key researchers behind these studies, Professor Emmanuel (Manos) Stamatakis, joins us to share the key findings. His message? You have more control over your health than you think.What You'll Discover In This Episode 00:00 – How your health transforms with daily micro changes06:00 – VILPA: how ‘brief bursts of activity' could save your life08:00 – Just a few minutes of intense everyday movement cuts disease risk12:00 – Forget perfect workouts, every single minute of movement counts18:00 – The first few minutes of exercise matter more than you think26:00 – Why Professor Emmanuel got rid of his car40:00 – Hate the gym? Turn daily tasks into powerful workoutsAbout Emmanuel (Manos) StamatakisProfessor of physical activity, lifestyle and population health at Monash's Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health. 450 peer-reviewed publications and >55K citations rank him among the top 0.1% of cited researchers globally since 2019. He served as co-Chair of the World Health Organization's Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines Development Group in 2020. He has initiated and leads major programs investigating the health impacts of physical activity, sleep, and sedentary behaviour across large cohort studies and international wearable-data consortia, including the ProPASS consortium. Connect with Professor Stamatakis on LinkedIn.About Your HostHosted by Dr. Deepa Grandon, MD, MBA, a triple board-certified physician with over 23 years of experience working as a Physician Consultant for influential organizations worldwide. Dr. Grandon is the founder of Transformational Life Consulting (TLC) and an outspoken faith-based leader in evidence-based lifestyle medicine.Work with Me - Learn More About My Soon-to-Launch Telemedicine PlatformExciting news—my virtual medical platform is launching soon! If you're looking for personalized, evidence-based care in allergy, immunology, and lifestyle medicine, stay tuned. Click here to join the wait-list and be the first to receive updates about services, membership options, and launch details.Precision care. Personalized guidance. Wherever you are.Feeling stuck and want guidance on how to transform your spiritual, mental and physical well being? Get access to Dr Deepa's 6 Pillars of Health video! Subscribe and watch the video for free here.Want to receive a devotional every week From Dr. Deepa? Devotionals are dedicated to providing you with a moment of reflection, inspiration, and spiritual growth each week, delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe now.Ready to deepen your understanding of trauma and kick start your healing journey? Explore a range of online and onsite courses designed to equip you with practical and affordable tools. From counselors, ministry leaders, and educators to couples, parents and individuals seeking help for themselves, there's a powerful course for everyone. Browse all the courses now to start your journey.Disclaimer​​TLC is presenting this podcast as a form of information sharing only. It is not medical advice or intended to replace the judgment of a licensed physician. TLC is not responsible for any claims related to procedures, professionals, products, or methods discussed in the podcast, and it does not approve or endorse any products, professionals, services, or methods that might be referenced.

Show Notes HOST Melody Hartzler | | Book Appointment AROUND THE TABLE Elena Genik | Book Appointment In Today's Episode What happens when a personal health crisis becomes the catalyst for helping others heal? Melody sits down with Elena, a functional medicine health coach and thyroid advocate, to share her personal journey of healing from Graves' disease and Thyroid Eye Disease (TED). After struggling with debilitating symptoms, conventional treatment challenges, and feeling isolated, Elena discovered how functional medicine helped her address the root causes of her condition and regain her health. Together, they explore the connection between gut health, nutrient deficiencies, metabolomics, autoimmune disease, and personalized functional testing. They also discuss why healing is about restoring balance, not simply managing symptoms, and how education, community, and self-advocacy can empower people navigating thyroid and autoimmune conditions. Key Take Aways Functional medicine helps uncover the root causes of autoimmune conditions by looking beyond standard lab work and evaluating nutrient status, gut health, metabolism, and inflammation. Metabolomics (Organic Acids Testing) provides valuable insight into mitochondrial function, nutrient utilization, and cellular health that traditional blood work may miss. Candida overgrowth, gut imbalances, and chronic inflammation can contribute to thyroid dysfunction and may require multiple testing approaches to identify. Personalized nutrition, targeted supplementation, and restoring foundational health can significantly improve energy, metabolism, and overall healing. Finding community, education, and support can make a meaningful difference for individuals living with Graves' disease and Thyroid Eye Disease. Topics Discussed 00:00 – Welcome to Table Talk Introduction to today's discussion on Graves' disease, Thyroid Eye Disease, and functional medicine. 00:01:05 – Elena's Personal Health Journey How Elena's diagnosis with Graves' disease and Thyroid Eye Disease led her to discover root-cause healing. 00:05:42 – The Role of Gut Health in Autoimmunity Exploring why gut healing became a foundational part of Elena's recovery. 00:09:48 – Functional Testing Beyond Standard Labs Why traditional blood work doesn't always tell the full story. 00:14:24 – Understanding Metabolomics & Organic Acids Testing How metabolomics evaluates cellular energy production, nutrient utilization, and mitochondrial health. 00:16:15 – Restoring Balance Through Functional Medicine Why individualized nutrition and targeted nutrient support are key components of healing. 00:17:24 – Heavy Metals & Personalized Insights How metabolomics uncovered nutrient imbalances and unexpected heavy metal exposure. 00:18:00 – Candida & Gut Health Why Candida doesn't always appear on conventional testing and how functional testing provides additional clues. 00:20:24 – Turning Personal Healing Into Purpose Elena shares how her own experience inspired her to support others living with Graves' disease and TED. 00:21:33 – Building a Thyroid Support Community Free monthly support groups, educational resources, and coaching for those navigating thyroid conditions. 00:22:33 – Working with the Pharm to Table Team How Elena supports clients through health coaching and collaborative functional medicine care. 00:23:39 – Closing & Resources Where listeners can connect with Elena and learn more about Pharm to Table. Resources Mentioned The PharmToTable Team – Functional Medicine Providers Elena Genik – Functional Medicine Health Coach & Thyroid Advocate Health Topics Discussed Graves' Disease Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) Autoimmune Thyroid Disease Gut Health & Candida Mitochondrial Health Nutrient Deficiencies Functional Medicine Approaches Root-Cause Medicine Personalized Nutrition Gut Healing Health Coaching Functional Testing Testing & Assessments Organic Acids Test (OAT) Metabolomics Testing GI-MAP Stool Test Functional Blood Testing Supportive Nutrients Vitamin B12 Magnesium Iron Fish Oil (Omega-3) Supplement Spotlight Vitamin D / K2 Liquid - 1 fl oz Purchase Today D3 5000 with K2 60 Softgels Purchase Today

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This content has been developed for healthcare professionals only. Patients who seek health information should consult with their physician or relevant patient advocacy groups.For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, slides, and complete NCPD/ILNA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at PeerView.com/YTA865. NCPD/ILNA credit will be available until June 13, 2027.United for Better Myelofibrosis Care: Nurse–Patient Teamwork for Personalized Delivery of JAKi Standards and Emerging Therapeutics In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, and HealthTree Foundation for Myelofibrosis. PVI, PeerView Institute for Medical Education, is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.SupportThis educational activity is supported by independent medical education grants from GSK and Incyte Corporation.Disclosure information is available at the beginning of the video presentation.

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You've been told that 10,000 steps a day is enough to keep you healthy but when it comes to your bones and your muscles, walking falls short, and the science explains exactly why. The real drivers of strength, bone density, and lasting health are load, intensity, and resistance, not just movement.In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon sits down with Dr. Alyssa Olenick, a PhD in exercise metabolism and ultramarathoner who blends endurance and strength training, to discuss:Why the "interference effect," the fear that cardio cancels your strength gains, is overblown for almost everyone, and what causes the carryover fatigueHow most women train too lightly, believing they're at a 9 out of 10 when they're closer to a 5, and never trigger real muscle adaptationWhy estrogen is not the primary driver of muscle, resistance training is, and what that means through the menopause transitionThe early warning signs of low energy availability, including cycle changes that show up long before a missed period, and the rapid bone loss that followsHow to structure strength, power, and cardio together, and fuel it properly without sabotaging recoveryYou'll walk away knowing how to train for strength, power, and bone density that lasts and why being undertrained, not fragile, is the real problem for most women.The July Forever Strong Foundations Challenge begins July 6, 2026. This 4-week challenge is designed to help you build a stronger, more energized you through sustainable nutrition, training, and lifestyle habits. Register here: https://bit.ly/4p3DW7UThank you to our sponsors:Our Place - Upgrade your kitchen with Our Place today. Visit https://bit.ly/3RnCYH0 and use code DRYLON for 10% off sitewide. That's F-R-O-M-O-U-R-P-L-A-C-E DOT COM / D-R-L-Y-O-N and use code DRLYON for 10% off sitewide. With a 100-day trial, you can try it completely risk-free.Timeline - Get 20% off your Mitopure order at https://bit.ly/4wJpFzZBon Charge - Save 15% at https://bit.ly/44bIoYx with code DRLYONExplore More from Dr. Gabrielle LyonPremium Podcast Subscription: Ad-free episodes, key takeaway summaries, exclusive Q&A, and behind-the-scenes content https://foreverstrong.supercast.comWeekly newsletter: Recipes, podcast updates, and practical weekly insights https://drgabriellelyon.com/sign-up/Apply to become a patient: Personalized care with Dr. Lyon's clinical team https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Find Alyssa Olenick at:Website: https://doclyssfitness.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doclyssfitness/The Running Ebook: https://doclyssfitness.com/running/Connect with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drgabriellelyonX (Twitter): https://x.com/drgabriellelyonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonChapters00:00 - Introduction02:09 - Hybrid vs. concurrent training defined05:03 - Where beginners should start10:12 - Movement vs. exercise vs. training11:30 - The interference effect: the boogeyman16:55 - Nervous system fatigue and bar speed20:07 - Why running fatigues you more than cycling26:04 - Fuel use, fat oxidation, and the crossover34:39 - Mitochondria and metabolic flexibility39:13 - What we don't know about women's physiology44:18 - Type one vs. type two muscle fibers46:00 - Testosterone, training age, and muscle gain48:02 - What we confidently know about women and muscle49:43 - Estrogen is not the muscle driver53:14 - Menstrual cycle, performance, and perception58:03 - Training the mind, not just the body1:02:18 - The aerobic guidelines and doing more1:06:26 - The 2026 resistance training guidelines1:16:49 - Squat, hinge, push, pull explained1:22:04 - Why walking isn't enough for bone1:26:14 - Power, plyometrics, and power-penia1:35:33 - Programming cardio without killing gains1:41:03 - Low energy availability and warning signs1:47:38 - Protein and carbs for the hybrid athlete1:53:52 - The seasons approach: spend a year liftingIf you found this episode valuable, share it with someone who would benefit from it.Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships.The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.

Donate to the Institute: https://givenow.nova.edu/donations-for-me-cfs-research-2026    In today's episode, Haylie Pomroy sits down with Dr. Philip DeFina, a leading researcher and clinician in advanced neurorehabilitation, to explore how personalized, non-invasive brain interventions are changing outcomes for patients with traumatic brain injury, disorders of consciousness, long COVID, and neurodegenerative disease. Dr. DeFina explains his approach of combining electrical, magnetic, and chemical interventions simultaneously, a philosophy that has helped over 300 patients emerge from severe disorders of consciousness after being told elsewhere that recovery was not possible. He breaks down the neuroinflammatory feedback loop connecting the brain, the hormone system, and the immune system, the science behind hyperbaric oxygen therapy, his specialized free program for military veterans, and his detailed protocol for addressing the infectious encephalopathy underlying long COVID brain fog. This is a conversation about what becomes possible when brain medicine catches up to the complexity of the brain itself. Tune in to Hope and Help For Fatigue and Chronic Illness. Dr. Philip DeFina has over 40 years of experience as a neuropsychologist and cognitive neuroscientist. He is most known for developing novel, groundbreaking treatment protocols for traumatic brain injury, coma, autism spectrum, and PTSD. He is the founder and Chief Scientific Officer of the International Brain Research Foundation (IBRF). Dr. DeFina previously served on the NYU faculty as an associate professor of neurology and psychiatry at the New York University School of Medicine and the Bellevue Hospital Center. He was a forensic neuropsychologist at the Mount Sinai-Elmhurst Hospital Medical Center and was an adjunct professor at the University of Maryland Psychology Department. Dr. DeFina was also the founder and first director of the Fielding Graduate University's Post-Doctoral Clinical Neuropsychology Training Program. Dr. DeFina subsequently co-founded the school neuropsychology training program at Texas Women's University and co-founded the American Board of School Neuropsychology, and was one of the original founding members of the American Board of Pediatric Neuropsychology.   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-defina-11a000165/    Haylie Pomroy, Founder and CEO of The Haylie Pomroy Group, is a leading health strategist specializing in metabolism, weight loss, and integrative wellness. With over 25 years of experience, she has worked with top medical institutions and high-profile clients, developing targeted programs and supplements rooted in the "Food is Medicine" philosophy. Inspired by her own autoimmune journey, she combines expertise in nutrition, biochemistry, and patient advocacy to help others reclaim their health. She is a New York Times bestselling author of The Fast Metabolism Diet.   Learn more about Haylie Pomroy's approach to wellness through her website: https://hayliepomroy.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hayliepomroy  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hayliepomroy  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hayliepomroy/videos  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayliepomroy/  X: https://x.com/hayliepomroy    Thank you for tuning in to the Hope and Help For Fatigue and Chronic Illness Podcast. Sign up today for our newsletter.

In this episode of Retire with Style, hosts Alex Murguia and Wade Pfau address various listener questions regarding retirement planning. They discuss the implications of long-term care and Medicaid, explore the ARVA framework for retirement income, and delve into variable spending strategies. The conversation also covers healthcare options for early retirees, methods to mitigate sequence of returns risk, and the evaluation of discount rates for Social Security. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the importance of personalized retirement strategies and the need for careful consideration of various financial tools and options. Listen now to learn more!    Takeaways The retirement income challenge is a great opportunity for planning. Self-paying for long-term care can provide better options later. The ARVA framework offers a structured approach to retirement income. Variable spending strategies can help manage retirement funds effectively. Healthcare options should be carefully considered for early retirees. Mitigating sequence of returns risk is crucial for long-term stability. Annuities can provide longevity credits that bonds cannot. Using TIPS as a discount rate for Social Security is generally advisable. Personalized retirement strategies are essential for success. Annual updates to spending strategies can simplify retirement planning. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Announcements 03:10 Long-Term Care and Medicaid Options 06:09 Exploring the ARVA Framework for Retirement 08:52 Understanding Variable Spending Strategies 14:00 Healthcare Options for Early Retirees 17:58 Mitigating Sequence of Returns Risk 24:06 Evaluating Social Security Discount Rates   Links Ready to build a retirement strategy that's tailored to you? Join Wade Pfau and Alex Murguia for the FREE Retirement Income Challenge, July 13–16 from 12–2 PM ET. Over four live sessions, you'll discover your RISA® Profile, calculate your Funded Ratio, and use both to build a personalized retirement income strategy that aligns with your goals, preferences, and financial reality—so you can move forward with greater clarity and confidence. Register now: retirewithstyle.com/ric

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Bull Markets, Investor Hubris, and the Hidden Risks of Annuities Are you feeling smarter about your investments after years of strong market returns? In this episode of The Financial Hour of The Tom Dupree Show, Tom Dupree and Mike Johnson explore a critical truth that even legendary investors like Benjamin Graham learned the hard way: bull markets can create dangerous overconfidence. For those thinking about retirement or already in retirement in Kentucky, this discussion reveals why understanding what you own—and maintaining investment humility—matters more than chasing the latest “simple solution.” Unlike mass-market advisory firms that promote one-size-fits-all products, Dupree Financial Group emphasizes personalized investment management and portfolio transparency. This episode examines the psychology of market success, the realities of annuity contracts, and why direct access to portfolio managers who show you exactly what you own provides than opaque insurance products. Key Takeaways: Investment Lessons from Market History Bull Markets Create False Confidence: Even Benjamin Graham, Warren Buffett’s mentor, nearly lost everything after early success made him believe he “had Wall Street by the tail”—a lesson for today’s investors experiencing strong returns Market Success Often Includes Luck: Quick wins can lead to psychological distortions, especially when you’ve “unknowingly broken the rules of the game but won anyway” The Dangers of Autopilot Investing: Index funds and passive strategies mean following a “prescribed path that lots of other people are going,” with little thought given to how portfolios are composed Annuities Are Complex Insurance Products: Despite being marketed as simple solutions, annuities involve counterparty risk, surrender penalties, and fine print that rarely delivers promised returns Portfolio Transparency Is Powerful: Understanding exactly what you own—seeing individual stocks and bonds rather than packaged products—provides genuine comfort during market volatility Fear-Based Investing Creates Poor Outcomes: Investment decisions driven solely by fear (whether fear of loss or fear of missing out) typically underperform thoughtful, process-driven strategies The Benjamin Graham Story: When Success Breeds Dangerous Confidence Mike Johnson shares a compelling historical example that resonates powerfully with today’s investment environment. Benjamin Graham—the father of value investing and Warren Buffett’s teacher—started his investment firm in the Roaring Twenties with $400,000. Within just three years, he turned that into $2.5 million. As Mike explains: “Because of the great success over that short period of time, he knew that he knew it all, had Wall Street by the tail. He was thinking about owning a large yacht, a villa in Newport, race horses. And he said, ‘I was too young to realize that I’d caught a bad case of hubris.'” The consequences? When Graham thought the worst of the 1930 market crash was over, he went all in—and even used leverage. The result nearly wiped him out personally, and his firm had to be bailed out by a partner. By 1932, his portfolio had lost over 50%, dropping from $2.5 million back to just $375,000. Tom Dupree emphasizes the universal lesson: “The market can humble you real quick. You always have to view past successes in the lens of ‘okay, you may have had a good run, a good success, and some of that could be luck.'” Why This Matters for Kentucky Retirement Planning Today For those thinking about retirement who have benefited from recent market strength, this story serves as a critical reminder. Mike notes: “In the environment we’ve been in for the last several years in the market, some people have made life-changing money. Some people have made good returns and they got to their goal quicker than they thought they would.” The question becomes: How do you respect the gift the market has given you? Through careful analysis with a local financial advisor who can provide personalized portfolio analysis rather than assuming past success will automatically continue. The Problem with “Autopilot” Investing: Index Funds and Groupthink Tom Dupree delivers a powerful critique of passive index investing that challenges conventional wisdom. When Mike mentions autopilot investing, Tom responds: “Autopilot isn’t ever autopilot. It’s a path that someone else has selected that you’re going on and you’re going on it because everybody else is.” He continues with a critical observation: “In the case of an index, it’s an arbitrarily picked index of, say, 500 stocks that meet a certain size criteria, certain management criteria. What you don’t understand frequently is that by going on autopilot, you’re actually being told what to do. You’re not just going with the flow—there’s almost no thought going into it. There’s no real investing.” Mike adds: “That’s the definition of mediocrity. Even if the return is good and everybody’s getting a good return because the market’s doing well, it’s still mediocrity because you’re not spending any time thinking about what you’re doing or how you’re doing it.” The Windfall Effect: Why Unearned Money Often Gets Lost Mike shares another psychological insight relevant to both inheritance and market windfalls: “We’ve seen it when someone inherits a windfall unexpectedly. A lot of times you see bad decisions with that money. Not all the time, but a lot of times. They’ve never had that kind of money before. They didn’t earn it. How can you respect it that way? How can you fear it?” This applies directly to portfolios that have grown significantly without the owner fully understanding why or how. As Mike notes: “You don’t have the respect that also goes along with having made it. That’s why you see somebody that’s gradually built something over a long period of time—you don’t have that dopamine hit.” For Kentucky retirement planning, this suggests the importance of understanding your investment philosophy and how each holding contributes to your goals, rather than simply celebrating portfolio growth without comprehension. Annuities: The “Simple Solution” That Rarely Delivers The second half of the episode tackles annuities—insurance products increasingly marketed to those in or approaching retirement. Mike presents sobering statistics: “In 2025, more Americans than ever are going to be turning 65—about 4.2 million US citizens will be turning 65 this year.” He connects this demographic trend with research from Allianz: “64% of those surveyed were more worried about running out of money than death.” Tom responds: “That’s a really frightening comment on where a lot of people are.” This fear creates demand for products marketed as “easy solutions”—but the reality is far more complex. Types of Annuities and Their Real-World Performance Mike breaks down the main annuity categories: Index Annuities (Currently Most Popular): These promise you can earn up to a certain percentage annually without losing principal if markets decline. However, Mike explains the reality: “What you generally see is the rate of return on an index annuity averages pretty close to what the going CD rate is. That’s just the math of it.” The problem lies in the fine print. Mike offers a detailed example: “Let’s say it’s a one-year point-to-point, and they say over the year you can make up to 6%. If you take that on a monthly basis, that’s half a percent a month. If in January the market goes up 1%, they credit you half a percent. But then come December, the market goes down 7%. It’s still up for the year, but December wiped out your credit. Even though the market is up for the year, you’re credited with zero.” Immediate Annuities: The “purest form” where you give an insurance company principal in exchange for monthly income. Mike notes: “In those scenarios, you’re essentially getting your own money back for 15, 18 years, and then you start coming out ahead—not even taking into account time value of money.” Fixed Annuities: Similar to CDs inside a tax-deferred wrapper. The primary risk? “The insurance company is able to use the money to earn a return, and in exchange for what they’re paying you. The risk that you’re agreeing to take on is inflation risk.” Variable Annuities: Once popular in the 1990s and early 2000s but less common now due to previous issues at major insurers. The Hidden Risks Nobody Tells You About Annuities Beyond the obvious issues like surrender penalties (typically 7 years, but Mike has seen contracts as long as 14 years), several critical risks receive little attention: Counterparty Risk: Who’s Really Backing Your Annuity? Tom explains: “You have the insurance company as the counterparty, and the insurance company is investing its own money in corporate bonds, and some of those are going into these AI data centers.” Mike expands on this: “Most people think when they have an annuity from an insurance company that it’s similar to something AAA because it’s insured. But what’s it insured by? It’s insured by securities that are backing it that could have trouble.” Tom recalls historical examples: “I’ve seen it happen before. AIG, Executive Life before that—lots of it during my career. Hartford got in trouble with writing variable annuities.” The Insurance Company Squeeze: When Spreads Get Tight Mike reveals a current market concern: “There’s huge demand for bonds, and at the same time, the hyperscalers financing data centers are looking for buyers. The marginal buyer, the largest buyer, has been insurance companies of the data center debt.” The consequence? “Spreads are the tightest they’ve been since the nineties. They’re being priced for perfection, priced almost like a Treasury. But we’re talking about bonds that are backed by a data center with a revenue stream that’s not yet to be determined.” Tom summarizes: “When the spreads aren’t attractive, they’ll go out on the risk spectrum and take more risks to try to get a little more spread there. It’s a vicious cycle.” The Commission Structure Nobody Mentions Tom notes: “We didn’t even talk about the commission part of the annuity structure—the fact that it’s a very, very heavily commission-structured product.” This contrasts sharply with Dupree Financial Group’s approach: “We are fee-based, and it takes all incentive to not—well, we’re fiduciaries also, so we must by law do what’s best for the client. That aligns our interest with the clients as well, which gives you a different product.” The Power of Portfolio Transparency: Seeing What You Actually Own Throughout the episode, Tom and Mike return to a core principle that distinguishes personalized investment management from packaged products. Tom explains: “Our style of investing is that when you get your statement, you are looking under the hood because it’s right there. You’re seeing what your money’s invested in. You’re not looking at an investment that’s invested your money in something else that you can’t see.” Mike emphasizes why this matters over time: “You gain an understanding and a comfort level that’s not just taking somebody’s word for it. You’re seeing it with your own eyes over a long period of time. You see the income, you see price movement. You see these different aspects, and really, it makes the thing come to life.” This transparency provides advantages that no annuity contract or index fund can match: You know exactly which companies you own shares in You understand why each holding is in your portfolio You can see income generation in real-time, not theoretical returns You develop genuine comfort during market volatility because you know what you own You avoid the “black box” problem of packaged products Tom adds: “We’ve always invested with people typically where we show them what is under the hood, what they own. It’s not a package product. It’s not an ETF, it’s not a mutual fund, it isn’t an annuity. It’s not some structured note. It’s bonds and stocks for the most part.” Learning from Mistakes: The Value of Experience Tom shares an honest perspective on how Dupree Financial Group has developed its approach: “There’s nothing like mistakes to help you with financial stuff. Mistakes are valuable if you can limit them to a certain amount to where it doesn’t knock you out of the box. But one of the best investing tools is making mistakes.” He continues: “We’ve learned a lot in our firm with companies that we invested in that were just mistakes. We didn’t think they were mistakes at the time, but over time, you know, it was. And what we began to learn is: Don’t go there again. Let’s not do that one again.” This experiential learning creates pattern recognition: “When you see something again, you see similarities and differences and you’re like, ‘Okay, that’s an opportunity.’ You just learn.” This accumulated wisdom—built over 47 years in Tom’s case—represents a significant advantage of working with experienced local financial advisors rather than being assigned an investment counselor at a large national firm who may lack this depth of historical perspective. The Critical Questions to Ask About Your Retirement Portfolio Mike provides a framework for evaluating your current situation: “You have to pause and view it in the context of you, specifically your situation. There’s always going to be people richer than you. There’s always going to be people that have more of something than you have, and you have to be careful of viewing your situation through their context.” He offers specific questions: “Do the numbers work for you at where they are?” “Do a critical analysis of what the investments are” “Is there an investment plan?” “Or is it—has it just been on autopilot and the autopilot’s taking you where you wanted to go?” “You need to reevaluate where things are today” Mike emphasizes the market context: “This market—people who have had assets invested in the stock market for the last several years—you’ve been given a gift. Generally speaking, a gift in terms of the returns. And you need to respect the gift.” How do you respect it? “By analyzing what it is that you have and thinking critically about how can this be used. Is it being utilized properly in terms of an investment mix, in terms of just an investment approach?” Fear vs. Process: Making Better Investment Decisions A recurring theme throughout the episode is the danger of emotion-driven investing. Mike warns: “You have to be very concerned about allowing your investment decision to be driven only by fear. Yes. And to the point we were making in the first half, having a process—an investment process, an investment plan—that is dynamic enough to change when things need to change.” He identifies two common fear patterns: Fear of Loss: “Think about what fear drives you to do generally. You can look at fear in a situation like an annuity where you leave potential earnings on the table out of fear.” Fear of Missing Out: “And then sometimes there’s fear of missing out in an up market and you can jump in when you shouldn’t.” Tom adds: “Fear is a good thing to have in relation to investing.” Mike clarifies: “Respect. I would call it respect. A respect that things can happen.” This balanced perspective—maintaining respect for market risks while following a thoughtful process—characterizes the approach at Dupree Financial Group. Review their market commentary archive to see how this philosophy has been applied across various market cycles. When Annuities Actually Make Sense (It’s Rare, But It Happens) Despite the episode’s critical examination of annuities, Tom shares an important caveat: “I have seen annuities where they actually make sense for the person. And in those instances, keep it.” He shares a specific example: “I had a client one time that did buy an annuity. It grew in value. He passed away and his wife received a significantly higher payout than what would have happened if we had just invested in investments because the market had gone down, but the value of the annuity had gone up.” Tom reflects on the outcome: “That was a case where I feel like that lady was blessed. I’ve seen it happen too where there have been clients that I feel like—and the only way I can put it is—it’s like God touched them in ways that I can’t explain. Just in ways that it’s just a blessing.” The key takeaway? “You need to have an unbiased analysis of the contract. What are the terms? Does it actually accomplish your goals?” If you currently own an annuity, Mike encourages: “You can give us a call and we can talk with you about the specifics of your contract.” Why “Simple Solutions” Rarely Work for Retirement Mike concludes with a fundamental truth about retirement investing: “Investing’s never just a simple one decision solution. It’s a process. It has to be because things change. Markets change, people’s lives change, and there has to be a process behind what you’re doing.” Tom reinforces the warning: “Whenever they tell you you don’t have to look under the hood with this investment, you better look under the hood.” This principle applies equally to: Index funds marketed as “set it and forget it” solutions Annuities sold as eliminating all market risk Any investment product that promises complexity has been eliminated Mass-market approaches that treat all investors identically For those thinking about retirement or already in retirement in Kentucky, the alternative is working with advisors who provide direct access to portfolio managers, show you exactly what you own, and maintain a process-driven approach that adapts to changing circumstances while remaining grounded in time-tested principles. Ready to See What’s Really Under the Hood of Your Portfolio? If you’re concerned that recent market success may have created blind spots in your retirement planning—or if you’re evaluating whether an annuity truly serves your interests—Dupree Financial Group offers complimentary portfolio reviews for Kentucky residents thinking about retirement or already in retirement. During your consultation, you’ll receive: Honest assessment of your current portfolio’s strengths and vulnerabilities Analysis of whether you’re taking appropriate risks given your life stage Evaluation of any annuity contracts you currently own (unbiased review of actual terms) Direct conversation with experienced portfolio managers who personally manage client assets Clear explanation of what you own and why—no black boxes or packaged products Discussion of how to respect and protect the gains the market has provided Don’t let bull market confidence create blind spots in your retirement plan. Schedule your complimentary portfolio review today. Call Dupree Financial Group at (859) 233-0400 or visit www.dupreefinancial.com to schedule directly from our homepage. Experience the difference that personalized investment management, portfolio transparency, and direct access to portfolio managers makes in your Kentucky retirement planning journey. Frequently Asked Questions About Bull Markets, Annuities, and Retirement Investing What does it mean that “bull markets make you feel smarter than you really are”? This phrase captures how extended periods of market gains can create false confidence in investment abilities. As the Benjamin Graham story illustrates, even legendary investors can mistake favorable market conditions for personal genius. For those in or approaching retirement in Kentucky, this means strong recent returns shouldn’t lead to overconfidence or excessive risk-taking. Working with a local financial advisor who provides objective perspective helps distinguish between skill and fortunate timing. Why did Benjamin Graham nearly lose everything despite being Warren Buffett’s teacher? After turning $400,000 into $2.5 million in just three years during the 1920s, Graham developed what he called “hubris”—thinking he “had Wall Street by the tail.” When he believed the 1930 crash was over, he went all in using leverage. The market continued falling, and his portfolio dropped back to just $375,000. The lesson: even brilliant investors can be humbled by markets when success breeds overconfidence. His partner had to bail out the firm, and Graham didn’t take a salary for years while making clients whole. What’s wrong with index fund investing for retirement? While index funds work for some investors, Tom Dupree notes they represent “a path that someone else has selected that you’re going on because everybody else is.” There’s “no real investing” happening—just following an arbitrary selection of stocks based on size criteria. Mike Johnson adds this is “the definition of mediocrity” because “you’re not spending any time thinking about what you’re doing.” For Kentucky retirement planning, personalized investment management provides understanding of actual holdings rather than passive acceptance of whatever an index contains. How do index annuities actually work, and why do they underperform? Index annuities promise upside participation (often “up to 6% annually”) with downside protection. However, the mechanics rarely deliver. In a typical point-to-point structure, if the market gains 1% monthly for 11 months (crediting you 0.5% monthly due to caps), you’d have 5.5% credited. But if December sees a 7% decline, your entire credit gets wiped out even though the market is up for the year. The result: returns typically match CD rates despite the complex structure. The fine print and monthly/quarterly calculations favor the insurance company. What is counterparty risk with annuities? Counterparty risk refers to the possibility that the insurance company backing your annuity could face financial trouble. Insurance companies invest your principal in corporate bonds and other securities to earn returns higher than what they promise to pay you. Currently, many insurers are heavily invested in AI data center debt with unproven revenue streams. Historical examples like AIG, Executive Life, and Hartford show this isn’t theoretical—insurance companies can and do get into trouble, potentially affecting annuity values. Are there situations where annuities make sense? Yes, though they’re rare. Tom Dupree shares an example where a client’s widow received significantly more from an annuity than she would have from traditional investments because her husband passed away after the annuity grew but when markets had declined. However, these favorable outcomes are exceptions. The key is having an unbiased analysis of your specific contract terms and whether they truly accomplish your goals. If you own an annuity, Dupree Financial Group can review whether keeping it makes sense for your situation. What does it mean to “look under the hood” of your portfolio? Looking under the hood means seeing exactly what individual stocks and bonds you own rather than just seeing a packaged product name and account value. Tom Dupree explains: “When you get your statement, you are looking under the hood because it’s right there. You’re seeing what your money’s invested in, not what packaged product your money is in.” This transparency allows you to understand what companies you own, why you own them, and how they generate income—creating genuine comfort during market volatility. Why is “autopilot” investing dangerous for those approaching retirement? Autopilot investing—whether through target-date funds, robo-advisors, or simple index strategies—means following a prescribed path with little thought given to your specific situation. Tom notes you’re “actually being told what to do” rather than having a strategy tailored to your goals, timeline, and risk tolerance. As retirement nears, one-size-fits-all approaches can leave you overexposed to market declines or invested in ways that don’t generate needed income. Personalized investment management adapts to your changing life circumstances. What should I do if I’ve benefited from recent strong market returns? Mike Johnson advises: “You’ve been given a gift. Generally speaking, a gift in terms of the returns. And you need to respect the gift.” Respecting it means analyzing what you have, ensuring your investment mix still makes sense, and not assuming past success will automatically continue. Ask: “Do the numbers work for you at where they are?” and “Is there an investment plan, or has it just been on autopilot?” A complimentary portfolio review with Kentucky retirement planning specialists can provide this objective assessment. How do I know if fear is driving my investment decisions? Fear-driven investing shows up in two ways: fear of loss (leading to overly conservative choices like annuities that sacrifice potential growth) and fear of missing out (jumping into hot investments at precisely the wrong time). Both create poor outcomes. The alternative is what Tom calls “respect” for markets—acknowledging risks while following a thoughtful process. Mike emphasizes having “an investment plan that is dynamic enough to change when things need to change” rather than reacting emotionally to short-term events. What’s the difference between fee-based advisors and commission-based annuity sales? Annuities typically involve substantial commissions paid to the salesperson, creating incentives that may not align with your interests. Tom Dupree explains: “We are fee-based, and it takes all incentive to not—well, we’re fiduciaries also, so we must by law do what’s best for the client. That aligns our interest with the clients.” Fee-based structures mean advisors earn based on portfolio performance and client retention, not product sales. This fundamental difference affects which solutions get recommended. About The Financial Hour of The Tom Dupree Show The Financial Hour provides practical investment wisdom and retirement planning guidance for Kentucky residents approaching or living in retirement. Hosted by Tom Dupree, founder of Dupree Financial Group, with insights from portfolio manager Mike Johnson, each episode delivers actionable strategies based on decades of experience in personalized investment management and portfolio transparency. Listen to more episodes and read additional market commentary at www.dupreefinancial.com/podcast. The post Bull Markets, Investor Hubris, and the Hidden Risks of Annuities  appeared first on Dupree Financial.

Episode 4: Rose and Rosé — The Maturation of MenHeated Rivalry Series | You Are Not BrokenWe're four episodes deep into "Heated Rivalry," and this is the one where the boys finally have to grow up.Episode 4 is a time jump — years compressed into a montage — and it's doing double duty. It's showing us Shane and Ilyia maturing into men who can actually be in a relationship, not just have sex in one. And it's showing us Rose figuring out who she is alongside them. Growth isn't linear for any of these characters, and honestly, that's the whole point.This episode has jokes, it has ginger ale, it has a Jean Paul Gaultier shirt doing more emotional labor than most people's therapists. And underneath all of it, we're talking about what it actually looks like when men — queer or straight — mature into partners instead of performers.In this episode, we cover:

You were told your testosterone is "normal" so why do you still feel exhausted, weak, and off? The number on your lab report was never built for you, and your own genetics may be the reason it doesn't match how you feel.In this solo episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon discusses:Why the standard 300–1000 ng/dL range ignores your age, comorbidities, and genetics, and why two men with identical labs can feel completely differentHow CAG repeats determine whether your body "catches" the testosterone you produce, meaning you might need 400 to feel great while someone else needs 800Why the 80-year-old fear that testosterone fuels prostate cancer is built on a single flawed 1941 study, and what the androgen saturation model proves insteadHow everyday endocrine disruptors BPA in receipts, phthalates in personal care, atrazine in tap water quietly lower your testosterone even when you eat clean and train hardThe correct AUA testing protocol your doctor may be skipping: two early-morning, fasted measurements plus actual symptoms, not one afternoon blood drawUnderstanding how your own body uses testosterone lets you walk into your doctor's office armed with facts instead of frustration and stop being told you're "fine" when you don't feel it.Thank you to our sponsors:OneSkin - Get 15% off at https://bit.ly/4ekX9gt with code DRLYONExplore More from Dr. Gabrielle LyonPremium Podcast Subscription: Ad-free episodes, key takeaway summaries, exclusive Q&A, and behind-the-scenes content https://foreverstrong.supercast.comWeekly newsletter: Recipes, podcast updates, and practical weekly insights https://drgabriellelyon.com/sign-up/Apply to become a patient: Personalized care with Dr. Lyon's clinical team https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Connect with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drgabriellelyon X (Twitter): https://x.com/drgabriellelyonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonChapters00:00 - Introduction00:55 - Why one reference range fails everyone01:45 - Men with normal labs who feel terrible02:40 - Dismantling the prostate cancer myth ahead03:40 - Testosterone decline by age data04:30 - It's comorbidities and environment, not just age05:10 - Endocrine disruptors and how they work06:30 - How EDCs lower testosterone08:00 - Common offenders and where they hide09:00 - Receipts, atrazine, and performance apparel10:30 - Reducing your chemical exposure11:45 - The prostate cancer paradigm shift12:20 - The flawed 1941 study13:00 - The androgen saturation model14:00 - Testosterone therapy with prostate cancer data15:00 - What happens when you block androgens15:45 - Androgens and brain protection16:45 - CAG repeats and genetic variability18:30 - The rain and buckets analogy19:30 - AUA testing and diagnosis protocol21:00 - Symptoms, targets, and safe monitoring22:15 - Muscle-centric application and recapIf you found this episode valuable, share it with someone who would benefit from it.Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships.The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.

The July Forever Strong Foundations Challenge begins July 6, 2026. This 4-week challenge is designed to help you build a stronger, more energized you through sustainable nutrition, training, and lifestyle habits. Register here: https://bit.ly/4gCmoNR For 40 years you've been told 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram is "enough" but the scientists who contributed the reports behind the new 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines say not a single study has ever shown that number beats eating more.In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon sits down with Dr. Don Layman and Dr. Heather Leidy, the protein researchers who developed the scientific reports informing the new U.S. Dietary Guidelines, to discuss:Why the guidelines reprioritized protein to a healthy range of 1.2–1.6 g/kg and why that still isn't technically "high protein"Why you don't really have a protein requirement, but an essential amino acid requirement and what that means for your brain, mood, and antioxidant productionWho's quietly falling short: roughly 20% of women over 60 sit below the RDA, and adolescent girls are among the most consistently deficientHow to spot real protein on a label (Layman's 10-gram threshold) and why most "+protein" snacks are just fairy dustWhat a higher-protein breakfast does to afternoon cravings, backed by fMRI brain-reward dataWalk away knowing how much protein you actually need, why "enough to avoid deficiency" and "enough to thrive" are two different numbers, and how to build every meal around protein first so you're covered on the nutrients that matter most.Thank you to our sponsors:OneSkin - Get 15% off at https://bit.ly/4ekX9gt with code DRLYONExplore More from Dr. Gabrielle LyonPremium Podcast Subscription: Ad-free episodes, key takeaway summaries, exclusive Q&A, and behind-the-scenes content https://foreverstrong.supercast.comWeekly newsletter: Recipes, podcast updates, and practical weekly insights https://drgabriellelyon.com/sign-up/Apply to become a patient: Personalized care with Dr. Lyon's clinical team https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Find Dr. Donald K. Layman at:Website: https://www.metabolictransformation.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/layman.donConnect with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/TikTok: @drgabriellelyonX (Twitter): https://x.com/drgabriellelyonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonChapters00:00 - Introduction02:00 - The biggest change in 45 years03:36 - Why the guidelines are so controversial06:09 - Process complaints vs. the science08:25 - Protein was always there, just hidden10:26 - Is 1.6g really high protein?13:00 - Half of people are below average13:45 - The randomized trials that say no benefit16:57 - Why cherry-picked studies mislead18:42 - Amino acids are essential, fiber isn't21:17 - Does protein only matter with lifting?33:33 - Nitrogen balance and its blind spot40:02 - The carbohydrate RDA everyone ignores47:37 - The nine essential amino acids49:49 - Why aging makes deficiency worse53:36 - Going below 50% animal protein58:25 - Protein quality and carbohydrate dilution1:04:34 - Hitting protein when you're small1:08:53 - High-protein breakfast and the teen brain1:10:19 - fMRI: blunted food cravings1:18:40 - The saturated fat sticking point1:26:30 - The 10% number from thin air1:40:17 - Is protein in everything fairy dust?1:46:42 - Smart high-protein snacksIf you found this episode valuable, share it with someone who would benefit from it.Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships.The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.

You Are Not Broken | Episode 377 Join me, Dr. Rubin and Dr. Winter three episodes deep into "Heated Rivalry" and things are getting complicated. Emotionally. Relationally. And apparently, in real life too — because this episode went completely off-script in the best possible way. Episode 3 of the show gives us more Scott and Kip, more tension, more of the push-pull that makes this story so hard to look away from. And it gave us a lot to say. In this episode, we cover:

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Shelby Williams.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Shelby Williams.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ric Ross.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ric Ross.

THE BOB & TOM SHOW – FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2026 0:00 Tom grunting0:04 Pre-Hensel discussion0:05 Tom had a rough morning0:06 Josh says "blinker" instead of "turn signal" 0:23 Tom hit every red light on the way in0:27 You can adjust the volume of your turn signal0:27 Letter – aunt reportedly struck by lightning 12 times0:28 Gracie the giraffe still missing in Texas0:29 Letter – Gracie and Ted Nugent's ranch0:31 Letter – Casey's brown sugar pancake Oreos0:35 Letter – McDonald's sells bags of ice 0:53 Letter – classic movie recommendations (Mischief, The Serpent and the Rainbow, Eddie and the Cruisers) 1:06 Sports1:10 Dogs chase geese off soccer fields in Canada1:12 Josh admits he's tempted to run through a flock of geese 1:26 Bald actors discussion1:27 SWR – three Brazilian sisters have a combined age of 316 years1:34 Discussion of the "looksmaxxing" social media trend1:36 Josh comments on Chick's "T-zone" 1:48 Tom plans to buy a waffle iron1:48 Josh remembers neighboring summer camps1:51 Humans and apes have similar laughter when tickled1:56 Josh discusses why tickling can be uncomfortable 2:05 Monk in India has reportedly remained standing for five years2:09 Bangkok restaurant uses zip line to deliver food 2:24 In Studio – Jeff Oskay (Failed to Mention News)2:24 Jeff jokes about taking a five-minute walk during a work break2:32 Story about collector of human remains2:34 Josh discusses handling a human anatomical specimen2:35 "Budda Pest Control" bit 2:45 Today in History 3:04 Woman arrested after threatening Taco Bell employees with a firearm3:08 Woman attempted to smuggle contraband into jail3:11 "Budda Pest Control" song – Pat Godwin 3:27 Personalized license plate rejections3:36 Indiana man charged with shooting a deer from his vehicle 3:52 St. Bernard museum discussion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices