Podcast appearances and mentions of Sanjay Gupta

Today on the show: live to D.C. on the end of the shutdown. Isabel Rosales live at Hartsfield/Jackson. Peter Charalambous from ABC News and Emily Brooks from NewsNation covering the Epstein emails. Author Greg Cope White joins us live. Plus, we'll chat with Dr. Sanjay Gupta! 9am-noon on 95.5 WSB.

Today on the show: live to D.C. on the end of the shutdown. Isabel Rosales live at Hartsfield/Jackson. Peter Charalambous from ABC News and Emily Brooks from NewsNation covering the Epstein emails. Author Greg Cope White joins us live. Plus, we'll chat with Dr. Sanjay Gupta! 9am-noon on 95.5 WSB.

Today on the show: live to D.C. on the end of the shutdown. Isabel Rosales live at Hartsfield/Jackson. Peter Charalambous from ABC News and Emily Brooks from NewsNation covering the Epstein emails. Author Greg Cope White joins us live. Plus, we'll chat with Dr. Sanjay Gupta! 9am-noon on 95.5 WSB.

It seems like everyone's wearing Bluetooth headphones these days. But should you be worried about the risk of cancer from this technology? Dr. Sanjay Gupta breaks it down. Plus, are protein shakes actually a shortcut to bad nutrition?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We've come a long way in integrating technology into our daily lives, but could wearable tech actually help you live longer? From detecting heartbeat irregularities to flagging signs of hypertension and hearing loss, devices like the Apple Watch are becoming unexpected players in preventive care. In a conversation taped before a live audience at The Paley Center for Media in New York, Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks with Dr. Sumbul Desai, Apple's Vice President of Health, about how these tools are quietly transforming the way we think of health – and putting more control in the hands of users, one tap at a time.  Our show was produced by Jennifer Lai, with assistance from Leying Tang and Kyra Dahring.  Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Amanda Sealy Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Author Jonathan Gluck says most cancer stories take one of two forms:  “He or she fought valiantly and died, or he or she fought valiantly and survived.” But Gluck, who was told in the prime of life that he had an incurable type of blood cancer, has a different kind of story.  Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down with Gluck to discuss his new book, “An Exercise in Uncertainty: A Memoir of Illness and Hope,” and what two decades of living with cancer have taught him – and might teach us – about living well. Producer & Medical Writer: Andrea KaneShowrunner: Amanda Sealy Senior Producer: Dan BloomTechnical Director: Dan Dzula Executive Producer: Steve Lickteig Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why do some people faint at the sight of blood, while others barely flinch? Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains the surprising science behind blood phobia. Plus, what you need to know about artificial sweeteners. Producer: Jesse Remedios Showrunner: Amanda Sealy Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Executive Producer: Steve Lickteig Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A few years ago, vaping was at the top of every parent's list of worries — including Sanjay's. But in just a few short years, the landscape has shifted again. Teen vaping rates have dropped, but new nicotine products have quickly taken their place. Dr. Pamela Ling, a professor at University of California San Francisco who has spent her career studying the tobacco industry's tactics, joins Dr. Sanjay Gupta to talk about why nicotine remains such a moving target — and how parents can help their kids stay ahead of it. Producer: Jesse Remedios Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Showrunner: Amanda Sealy Technical Director: Dan Dzula Executive Producer: Steve Lickteig Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's that time of year again when many Americans have to choose a health insurance plan — a decision that will affect, and possibly haunt them throughout the entire year. Worst of all: many are forced to make a choice with imperfect information. To help walk us through open enrollment, Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Elisabeth Rosenthal, the doctor turned health journalist (and author who wrote An American Sickness: How Healthcare Became Big Business and How You Can Take It Back), who has made it her mission to demystify the process. This episode was produced by Andrea Kane and Sofía Sanchez Showrunner: Amanda Sealy Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Sanjay Gupta discusses his new book, 'It Doesn't Have to Hurt,' exploring the complexities of chronic pain, the importance of cultural perspectives on pain management, and the role of nutrition and lifestyle in health. He reflects on the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccines, and the interconnectedness of mental health and physical pain, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach to healthcare. Be sure to check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠On Brand with Donny Deutsch YouTube page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Takeaways: Chronic pain affects 20% of the population in the U.S. Cultural perceptions of pain vary significantly across countries. Mindfulness and meditation can have a profound impact on pain management. Nutrition plays a critical role in managing chronic pain. Movement and exercise are essential for recovery from injuries. Expectations about pain can influence the actual experience of pain. The endogenous opioid system helps manage pain naturally. The politicalization of science poses challenges to public health. Future healthcare concerns include pandemics and childhood obesity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Since the 1990s, healthcare has been at the heart of America's political debate and it's still being contested today. Why is our health system so complicated? And how can we fix it? To help demystify it, Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks to Elisabeth Rosenthal, the doctor turned health journalist who wrote, An American Sickness: How Healthcare Became Big Business and How You Can Take It Back. This episode was produced by Sofía Sanchez and Leying Tang Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Amanda Sealy Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, you're going to learn the new science of healing your body, stopping pain, and feeling better now. One of the world's most respected neurosurgeons and medical experts alive is here to reveal the new frontiers in pain management and how you can feel better in your body starting today. Whether you've been living with a chronic condition, you're dealing with an injury that just happened, or you're listening for a loved one, you're going to learn so much from our expert.  Dr. Sanjay Gupta, MD is a world-renowned neurosurgeon, CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent, and author of the New York Times bestselling book, “It Doesn't Have to Hurt: Your Smart Guide to a Pain-Free Life.”  In this conversation, you'll learn: -The new science of chronic pain -Why your pain is real, even when doctors can't find the cause -The groundbreaking pain management options that are available to you that work with your body's natural intelligent systems of healing -How to prevent acute injuries from turning into chronic pain -How your nervous system stores pain -The 5 steps to start feeling better -The biggest myths about healing (and what you should never do right after an injury) -Specific interventions you can try, without medication or surgery, to start feeling better now -How to support a loved one who is in pain or dealing with a chronic illness You'll walk away with a new understanding of pain and a real path to relief – starting today. For more resources related to today's episode, click here for the podcast episode page. If you liked the episode, check out this one next: Change Your Body & Your Life in 1 Month: 4 Small Habits That Actually WorkConnect with Mel:  Get Mel's newsletter, packed with tools, coaching, and inspiration.Get Mel's #1 bestselling book, The Let Them TheoryWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Mel on Instagram The Mel Robbins Podcast InstagramMel's TikTok Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes ad-freeDisclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cancer used to be something you worried about later in life — but not anymore. More and more young adults are being diagnosed, and doctors are trying to figure out why this is happening. Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks with oncologist Dr. Kimmie Ng about what's behind this rise, why colorectal cancer is leading the trend, and the signs you shouldn't ignore.  You can find more information and resources at the Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer Center at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.    This episode was produced by Kyra Dahring.    Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Amanda Sealy Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down with Dr. Marty Makary, U.S. FDA Commissioner to dig beyond the headlines of this Administration's latest efforts to “Make America Healthy Again.” This conversation took place on Friday, September 26th, 2025. Our show was produced by Jennifer Lai, with assistance from Leying Tang, Kyra Dahring, Jesse Remedios, and Nadia Kounang. Medical Writer: Andrea KaneShowrunner: Amanda Sealy Senior Producer: Dan BloomTechnical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you one of the 52 million people in the U.S. who experience chronic pain daily? In It Doesn't Have to Hurt: Your Smart Guide to a Pain-Free Life, the practicing neurosurgeon and CNN's multiple Emmy Award-winning chief medical correspondent debunks the myth that most pain problems can only be fixed with a drug or procedure, and argues that we have agency with how to respond. In conversation with Dr. Anthony Fauci, the former Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases at the NIH from 1984 to 2022.  This program was held on September 11, 2025. Watch this conversation on YouTube.

Chronic pain is one of medicine's oldest puzzles and most stubborn problems. About one in five people worldwide live with it, and don't really know why. Dr. Sanjay Gupta says it doesn't have to be that way. A neurosurgeon, CNN's Chief Medical Correspondent, and host of the podcast Chasing Life, Gupta turns his attention to pain why we experience it, what really helps, and how people can take back control. His new book is called It Doesn't Have to Hurt: Your Smart Guide to a Pain-Free Life.

President Trump has linked the use of acetaminophen — brand name: Tylenol — during pregnancy to autism in children. In this episode of Paging Dr Gupta, Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers questions about how strong that association is. Plus, what are the consequences of not treating a fever during pregnancy? Producer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Amanda Sealy Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Executive Producer: Steve Lickteig Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is delegating tasks and even thinking to digital devices making us lose our minds, or at least some brain function? Dr. Sanjay Gupta and neuroscientist Baroness Susan Greenfield, Oxford University professor and author of “Mind Change: How Digital Technologies Are Leaving Their Mark on Our Brains,” discuss and debate how screen time might be impacting our human connections and own cognitive abilities. Plus, Greenfield gives us three ways to reclaim our digital independence.  Producer: Sofía Sánchez Medical Writer: Andrea KaneShowrunner: Amanda SealySenior Producer: Dan BloomTechnical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The kissing bug disease — aka: Chagas disease — is slowly becoming endemic in certain parts of the United States. Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains what you need to know about detecting it, treating it and avoiding it. You'll also learn if it can infect your fur babies, too. Producer: Andrea Kane  Showrunner: Amanda Sealy  Senior Producer: Dan Bloom  Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Public health is, in the words of this week's guest, “the organized actions of society to make people safer and healthier.” Unfortunately, to some, it feels like the country is waging a war against the very institutions entrusted to carry out that mission. Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down with public health expert and former CDC director Dr. Thomas Frieden about the critical and often-invisible role of public health, and what he hopes to accomplish with his new book, The Formula For Better Health. This episode was produced by Andrea Kane  Showrunner: Amanda Sealy   Senior Producer: Dan Bloom  Technical Director: Dan Dzula  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Diffusers, with their different scents, are meant to create a mood and relax you. But is it healthy to breathe in mist enhanced by essential oils? Dr Sanjay Gupta digs into that issue on this episode of Paging Dr Gupta. Also, how do you know if you are bathing frequently enough? What about washing your hands? This episode was produced by Kyra Dahring and Andrea Kane. Medical Writer: Andrea Kane; Showrunner: Amanda Sealy; Senior Producer: Dan Bloom; Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You may feel pain in the body, but it really begins in the brain. To explain, Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down at 92nd Street Y in New York to talk about his new book “It Doesn't Have to Hurt” with his friend and ultra-marathoner Rich Roll. They also discuss how our brains can create pain proactively and protectively. Plus, how memories might have something to do with your chronic pain – and how to move through, with, and past those painful reminders.    Our show was produced by Jennifer Lai, with assistance from Sofia Sanchez.   Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Amanda Sealy Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bollywood filmmaker Sanjay Gupta joins Cyrus to share raw, hilarious, and eye-opening stories from his decades in cinema. From being a teenage AD on Jalwa with Naseeruddin Shah, to witnessing the chaos of Dharmendra’s larger-than-life shoots, to working with stars like Sanjay Dutt and John Abraham - Gupta opens up about the madness, egos, and jugaad that shaped his career. He talks about the evolution of Bollywood sets - from single assistants and handwritten call sheets to today’s six-van entourages. Plus, stories of pranks, continuity blunders, and his upcoming book with Sanjay Dutt. If you love behind-the-scenes stories, old-school Bollywood anecdotes, and unfiltered honesty, this episode is a must-watch! Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe for more candid conversations on Cyrus Says.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An estimated 51 million Americans live with chronic pain. But our understanding of pain has evolved and so has the ways we can treat and reduce pain. Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains how both diet and meditation can affect the way we experience pain. Our show is produced by Eryn Mathewson, Jennifer Lai, Grace Walker, Lori Galaretta, Jesse Remedios, Sofia Sanchez, Kyra Dahring, and Madeleine Thompson.    Medical Writer: Andrea Kane  Showrunner: Amanda Sealy  Senior Producer: Dan Bloom    Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thank you Sara Garcia, Andrew O'Malley BSc PhD, Sam Hester, Julie, Stephen B. Thomas, PhD, and so many others for tuning into my live video with Peter Hotez! Join me for my next live video in the app.Peter Hotez and I discuss his new book, co-authored with Michael Mann, SCIENCE UNDER SEIGE, on the anti-science superstorm culminating from the climate crisis, the Covid pandemic, and a vast interconnected network that has waged a direct assault on scientific truth.During our conversation we trace history of priors in civilization, such as Lysenko and Stalinism in the last century. And acknowledge the future role of A.I. for promoting infinite disinformation. Beyond human suffering and direct health outcome consequences (such as Red Covid), the toll this is taking on the career of young scientists, universities, public health agencies, and loss of public trust are reviewed. The interdependent role of the media and the wellness industry is touched on.The book and our conversation puts forth a call to arms, potential solutions, including the need to move away from invisible scientists and political activism.Thanks for listening to Ground Truths podcasts and reading the analytic posts.In case you missed any, these are a few recent and related ones:Podcasts with Michael Osterholm and Sanjay Gupta on their new books—The Big One and It Doesn't Have to Hurt, respectively.Next up is Charlotte Blease and her new book Dr. Bot on where we are headed with medical A.I.If you found this interesting PLEASE share it!That makes the work involved in putting these together especially worthwhile.All content on Ground Truths—its newsletters, analyses, and podcasts, are free, open-access.Paid subscriptions are voluntary and all proceeds from them go to support Scripps Research. They do allow for posting comments and questions, which I do my best to respond to. Please don't hesitate to post comments and give me feedback. Let me know topics that you would like to see covered.Many thanks to those who have contributed—they have greatly helped fund our summer internship programs for the past two years. Get full access to Ground Truths at erictopol.substack.com/subscribe

Today on the show, Fareed sits down with Atlantic staff writer Anne Applebaum to discuss this week's meeting between China's Xi Jinping, Russia's Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong Un and the growing alliances between autocracies.Then, former US negotiator Robert Malley, co-author of the new book “Tomorrow Is Yesterday: Life, Death, and the Pursuit of Peace in Israel/Palestine,” and Dan Senor, author and analyst, join the show to talk about whether any hope remains for a two-state solution, and what might come from Israel's planned invasion of Gaza City.Later, CNN Senior Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta joins Fareed to discuss his new book on chronic pain, “It Doesn't Have to Hurt,” and his thoughts on the Trump's administration's upheaval of the American medical establishment.Finally, Fareed speaks with Derek Thompson, co-author of the bestseller “Abundance”, about what he calls the “existential threat” that AI poses to education.GUESTS: Anne Applebaum (@anneapplebaum), Robert Malley (@Rob_Malley), Dan Senor (@dansenor), Sanjay Gupta (@drsanjaygupta), Derek Thompson (@DKThomp) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Voices are powerful. They can signal that we're feeling sick, show our age, and reveal our secrets. One day, with the help of artificial intelligence, they might even be able to help doctors diagnose us. Dr. Yaël Bensoussan is an assistant professor of otolaryngology at the University of South Florida, and the director of the USF Health Voice Center. She talks to Dr. Sanjay Gupta about what kind of medical information our voices contain, and how she's using AI to listen for diseases like Parkinson's and cancer.  This episode was produced by Madeleine Thompson and Lauren Kim.   Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Amanda Sealy Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thank you Jose Bolanos MD, Dr. Zeest Khan, Lawrence Toole, Julie, Stephen B. Thomas, PhD, and many others for tuning into my live video with Dr. Sanjay Gupta. Join me for my next live video in the app.A Brief Summary of Our ConservationWe discussed the new understanding and approach to chronic pain, which affects nearly 1 in 4 adults. Dr. Gupta gets personal telling the story of his wife, Rebecca, who has an autoimmune disease and at one point he had to carry her up stairs. He also tells the story of his mother who had a back injury and didn't want to live because of the pain. How his family members got relief is illuminating.Our whole understanding and approach to pain has changed, with the acronym change from RICE to MEAT.A newly approved drug Suzetrigine (Journavx) exploits the sodium channel gene mutation initially discovered via a family of fire walkers. It's the first new pain medicine approved for more than 2 decades. Many other new non-opioid treatments are reviewed, no less lifestyle changes (anti-inflammatory diet and sleep), and acupuncture.Sanjay's research over the past few years has led to a video special on CNN with the same title as the book, set to air 9 PM EST Sunday. If you know someone suffering chronic pain, please share the post. Get full access to Ground Truths at erictopol.substack.com/subscribe

CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta's new book examines the world of pain — why we feel it, and how we can treat it. He says distraction and meditation can be useful tools for managing pain. He spoke with Terry Gross about how the brain gets pain signals wrong, alternatives to painkillers, and how a family of circus performers inspired a new drug. Gupta's book is It Doesn't Have to Hurt.Also, TV critic David Bianculli reviews the HBO series Task, by the creator of Mare of Easttown, starring Mark Ruffalo.  Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

As today's show begins, Health & Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about to testify before senators, his department roiled in controversy after he canceled millions in vaccine research funding and dismantled a key panel of experts who make vaccination recommendations to the federal government. He also recently ousted the CDC director after just weeks on the job over a dispute on vaccine policy. More than 1,000 current and former employees of the HHS are now calling for his resignation. Our coverage begins with CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta and CNN's Arlette Saenz.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can years teaching in a classroom make you less likely to get sick? Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers a listener's question about immunity and shares smart strategies for supporting your immune system as cold and flu season kicks off. Plus, how you can get better sleep – and more of it – this fall.   Our show is produced by Eryn Mathewson, Jennifer Lai, Grace Walker, Lori Galaretta, Jesse Remedios, Sofia Sanchez, Kyra Dahring, and Madeleine Thompson.    Medical Writer: Andrea Kane   Showrunner: Amanda Sealy   Senior Producer: Dan Bloom   Technical Director: Dan Dzula  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Sanjay Gupta, a neurosurgeon and chief medical correspondent for CNN, talks with "Sunday Morning" host Jane Pauley about his new book, "It Doesn't Have to Hurt: Your Smart Guide to a Pain-Free Life." He discusses pain, which he calls "the most mysterious of all human sensations," and about the misconceptions about treating it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: David Pogue on how AI is affecting job searches; Jane Pauley talks with Dr. Sanjay Gupta about treatments for chronic pain; Robert Costa interviews singer-songwriter John Fogerty; Steve Hartman explores the bedrooms left behind by children killed by gun violence; and Luke Burbank checks out the world's largest truck stop. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Not all belly fat is created equal. Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains what makes some belly fat “toxic,” how to know if you have it, and what you can do to reduce it. Then, he tackles a follow-up question on the new blood pressure guidelines, including what lifestyle changes really work. Our show is produced by Eryn Mathewson, Jennifer Lai, Grace Walker, Lori Galaretta, Jesse Remedios, Sofia Sanchez, Kyra Dahring, and Madeleine Thompson. Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Amanda Sealy Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nearly half of Americans have high blood pressure — and the guidelines for managing it just changed. Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains the new rules, including surprising advice on alcohol. Plus, he answers a listener's follow-up: does the recommended daily dose of “morning sunlight” change when it's cloudy, rainy, or even snowing? New blood pressure guidelines recommend an earlier start to treatment and skipping alcohol, CNN, August 14, 2025 Guideline for the Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Management of High Blood Pressure in Adults, The American College of Cardiology/ American Heart Association, August 14, 2025 Our show is produced by Eryn Mathewson, Jennifer Lai, Grace Walker, Lori Galaretta, Jesse Remedios, Sofia Sanchez, Kyra Dahring, and Madeleine Thompson. Medical Writer: Andrea Kane Showrunner: Amanda Sealy Senior Producer: Dan Bloom Technical Director: Dan Dzula Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Artificial Intelligence is poised to reshape just about every industry, including healthcare. Here, many experts see a significant opportunity for AI to increase efficiency, improve diagnostics and treatment plans, and enhance patient care. At the same time, they are also calling for careful implementation of this technology and emphasizing the importance of human oversight, especially in the medical setting.   In this episode, Sanjay Gupta joins us to speak about the opportunities for AI in healthcare and what it might mean for individuals, patients, and medical professionals.   Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/exploring-the-role-of-ai-in-healthcare-with-sanjay-gupta   Have thoughts you'd like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we'd love to hear from you!   Follow us on Instagram: @lifetime.life   The information in this podcast is intended to provide broad understanding and knowledge of healthcare topics. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered complete and should not be used in place of advice from your physician or healthcare provider. We recommend you consult your physician or healthcare professional before beginning or altering your personal exercise, diet or supplementation program. 

There's an ad going around on social media claiming Dr. Sanjay Gupta has discovered a natural cure for Alzheimer's. Spoiler: it's a deepfake. Sanjay breaks down how to tell when AI is faking it and answers a listener's question about spotting signs prostate cancer has spread.  Paging Dr Gupta is a production of CNN Podcasts. Our podcast is produced by Eryn Mathewson, Jennifer Lai, Grace Walker, Lori Galaretta, Jesse Remedios, Sofia Sanchez, Kyra Dahring, and Madeleine Thompson. Andrea Kane is our medical writer, our senior producer is Dan Bloom, Amanda Sealy is our showrunner, Dan Dzula is our technical director, and the executive producer of CNN Podcasts is Steve Lickteig. With support from Jamus Andrest, Jon Dianora, Haley Thomas, Alex Manasseri, Robert Mathers, Leni Steinhardt, Nichole Pesaru, and Lisa Namerow. Special thanks to Ben Tinker and Nadia Kounang of CNN Health and Wendy Brundige.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the most challenging aspects of treating chronic pain is the fact that there's no objective way to measure it – no number or test like blood pressure or cholesterol. But soon we might have something more specific than the scale of happy face to sad face. Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks with Dr. Prasad Shirvalkar, a physician and researcher who's implanting electrodes in patients' brains to better understand how pain is processed—and how we might one day stop it at the source.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Close to #1 on anyone's list for healthy aging is avoiding dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. From diabetes to learning a new language, Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains some of the factors that can impact your risk and what you can do about it.    Paging Dr Gupta is a production of CNN Podcasts. Our podcast is produced by Eryn Mathewson, Jennifer Lai, Grace Walker, Lori Galaretta, Jesse Remedios, Sofia Sanchez, Kyra Dahring, and Madeleine Thompson. Andrea Kane is our medical writer, our senior producer is Dan Bloom, Amanda Sealy is our showrunner, Dan Dzula is our technical director, and the executive producer of CNN Podcasts is Steve Lickteig. With support from Jamus Andrest, Jon Dianora, Haley Thomas, Alex Manasseri, Robert Mathers, Leni Steinhardt, Nichole Pesaru, and Lisa Namerow. Special thanks to Ben Tinker and Nadia Kounang of CNN Health and Wendy Brundige.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 The investigation into the deadly New York City office building. With new details about the gunman's weapon, his suicide note, and how surviving employees hid from the killer. An audacious demand from Ghislaine Maxwell, the woman serving 20 years in prison for grooming young teen girls for Jeffrey Epstein and friends.  Texas residents get a say in Republican efforts to redraw the maps. One Democratic congresswoman who could very well lose her seat if her GOP colleagues get their way, weighs in. Plus, Dr. Sanjay Gupta and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you always the one getting eaten alive while everyone else walks away bite-free? Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains why some people attract more mosquitoes and shares tips on how to avoid getting bitten including which repellents actually work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Man's deadliest predator takes more than a million lives each year and is no bigger than your fingernail. To mark mosquito season, history professor Dr. Timothy Winegard sits down with Dr. Sanjay Gupta to unpack how we can use lessons from the past to fight mosquitoes in the future. Plus, find out how you can make your blood a little less appetizing.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You've likely stood in the grocery aisle wondering—what's actually healthier: fresh or frozen produce? And when it comes to salt, should you stick with regular or go for pink Himalayan? Dr. Sanjay Gupta breaks it down, so you know exactly what to grab next time you hit the store.    Chasing Life is a production of CNN Podcasts. Our podcast is produced by Eryn Mathewson, Jennifer Lai, Grace Walker, Lori Galaretta, Jesse Remedios, Sofia Sanchez, Kyra Dahring, and Madeleine Thompson. Andrea Kane is our medical writer, our senior producer is Dan Bloom, Amanda Sealy is our showrunner, Dan Dzula is our technical director, and the executive producer of CNN Podcasts is Steve Lickteig. With support from Jamus Andrest, Jon Dianora, Haley Thomas, Alex Manasseri, Robert Mathers, Leni Steinhardt, Nichole Pesaru, and Lisa Namerow. Special thanks to Ben Tinker and Nadia Kounang of CNN Health and Wendy Brundige.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down with researcher and clinical therapist Dr. Eric Garland to explore how mindfulness meditation can be as effective as opioids in treating chronic pain – without any of the side effects. They break down the science behind how leaning into pain, rather than avoiding it, can actually rewire the brain and provide lasting relief.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is it just part of getting older, or something you shouldn't ignore? From your balance to the ringing in your ears, Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains what's normal, what's not, and what to do about it.  Chasing Life is a production of CNN Podcasts. Our podcast is produced by Eryn Mathewson, Jennifer Lai, Grace Walker, Lori Galaretta, Jesse Remedios, Sofia Sanchez, Kyra Dahring, and Madeleine Thompson. Andrea Kane is our medical writer, our senior producer is Dan Bloom, Amanda Sealy is our showrunner, Dan Dzula is our technical director, and the executive producer of CNN Podcasts is Steve Lickteig. With support from Jamus Andrest, Jon Dianora, Haley Thomas, Alex Manasseri, Robert Mathers, Leni Steinhardt, Nichole Pesaru, and Lisa Namerow. Special thanks to Ben Tinker and Nadia Kounang of CNN Health and Wendy Brundige. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Navigating supplement offerings, in a store or online, can be overwhelming. There's a pill  or a potion for everything, from losing weight to boosting brain power. But how do you know what you need? Join Dr. Sanjay Gupta for a conversation with supplement safety expert Dr. Pieter Cohen to learn how these add-ons are policed and what to look for on the label.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After losing both parents to bone cancer, one listener wants to know what that means for their own risk. Dr. Sanjay Gupta breaks it down—then tackles another question millions wonder about: Is taking a sleep pill every night worse than waking up over and over again? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Sanjay Gupta is here with your summer sunlight guide — exactly when it's safe to soak up some unfiltered sun, how to truly protect your eyes, and sunscreen mistakes you might be making. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On January 25th, 2025, Tim Andrews became a medical pioneer: He received a kidney transplant from a pig. Dr. Sanjay Gupta follows the incredible journey of this groundbreaking procedure – and the man at the center of it.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Xenotransplantation, using animal organs in humans, may sound like science fiction, but it's quickly becoming a reality. Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers your questions about the progress we have made using pig organs in humans and explores what this breakthrough could mean for the future of medicine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices