Podcasts about Thalidomide

This month's FLOW delves into the 'Iron Ladies' research - they investigate iron deficiency's prevalence among women with bleeding disorders, the importance of routine screening, the challenges in setting standardized care practices, and the historical exclusion of women from clinical trials. Featuring Dr. Megnahn McCormick, a doctor passionate about treating iron deficiency.   Program Notes:   Episode Links: Bloodstream Media: https://www.bloodstreammedia.com/ The Iron Ladies Study: The Iron Ladies: Prevalence and Risk Factors of Iron Deficiency in Females With Bleeding Disorders - McCormick - Haemophilia - Wiley Online Library A study presenting the data available through the ATHN dataset on women and girls with bleeding disorders* A Cross-Sectional Study of Women and Girls with Congenital Bleeding Disorders: The American Thrombosis and Hemostasis Network Cohort | Journal of Women's Health *includes a discussion on how participation in the dataset is not complete and how work is being done to remedy this! An article about the impact of Thalidomide on FDA regulation: How medical research changed after thalidomide More in depth on Thalidomide: Clinical Trials in Pregnancy and the “Shadows of Thalidomide”:Revisiting the Legacy of Frances Kelsey - PMC Information about what is identified as a “normal” hemoglobin; and how  women who are iron-replete hemoglobin values are similar to men:  “These findings highlight sex-based inequities that lead to normalization of disease states and the critical need to update hematologic ranges truly reflective of iron repletion.” Sex, lies, and iron deficiency: a call to change ferritin reference ranges | Hematology, ASH Education Program | American Society of Hematology 2021 article, Iron Ladies: Variation in the Identification and Management of Iron Deficiency in Women with Bleeding Disorders: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0006497121030202   How's Your Flow? We wanna know (Calendly link): https://calendly.com/flowtalk/flow-talk-period-pain-stories   HOST: Jessica RIchmond Website: jrich.online IG, @jessicalaurenrichmond  Twitter @geniuspills  Tik Tok @jrichsocal   HOST: Sarah Watson Website: sarahwatsonlpc.com Podcast: Behind The Bedroom Door Facebook: @sarahwatsonlpcsextherapy IG @swsxtherapy Twitter @swsextherapy   Presenting Sponsor: #Takeda, visit bleedingdisorders.com to learn more.   Connect with BloodStream Media: Find all of our bleeding disorders podcasts on  BloodStreamMedia.com BloodStream on Facebook  BloodStream on Twitter    Check out Believe Limited's Other Work: BloodFeed: bloodfeed.com Bombardier Blood: bombardierblood.com Hemophilia: The Musical: breakingthroughhemophilia.com My Beautiful Stutter: mybeautifulstutter.com/ Stop The Bleeding!: stbhemo.com Teen Impact Awards: teenimpactawards.com The Science Fair: thesciencefair.org  

If you're struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor. Visit https://betterhelp.com/almanac for a discount on your first month of therapy.If you have questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are credentialed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation, here is an overview written by the YouTube creators behind the channel Cinema Therapy that goes into these topics: https://www.reddit.com/r/cinema_therapy/comments/1dpriql/addressing_the_betterhelp_concerns_headon_deep/ Hey Poison Friends! I thought we could use an episode free from prions and other deadly viruses and diseases, so let's talk about some medications that turned out to be toxic. We have discussed how some toxins became useful in the world of medicine, so why not the other way around? While discussing this topic, I thought it would be informative to include some basics on what clinical trials look like (at least here in America).I have had many requests for one drug in particular: Thalidomide. We did briefly discuss this one in a bonus episode, but I dug a little deeper and wanted to include how it affected food and drug acts in the countries it affected. While not approved in America during its time, samples were given out and there were quite a few still affected here. This particular drug led to some horrific birth defects as well as many of miscarriages and stillbirths. Other medications we need to discuss include a couple of NSAIDs (non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs) called Vioxx and Bextra. These caused higher risks of heart attack and stroke, injuring and killing many who had taken them. Bextra was also linked to a higher risk for Stevens-Johnsons Syndrome, a serious skin condition that was painful and could lead to further complications. Lastly, if you grew up in the 90s like we did, you'll remember the influx of amphetamine or caffeine based weight loss drugs. Some were prescribed but some were also over the counter. You could buy some "supplements" like these at any convenient store. One medication prescribed to patients was a combination drug, called Fen-Phen by many, and it caused pulmonary hypertension, proving fatal to some who took it and leaving others with longterm heart valve and respiratory problems. Thank you to all of our listeners and supporters! Please feel free to leave a comment or send us a DM for any questions, suggestions, or just to say, "hi."Support us on Patreon:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/thepoisonersalmanac⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch-⁠⁠⁠https://poisonersalmanac.com/⁠⁠⁠Follow us on socials:The Poisoner's Almanac on IG-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/poisoners_almanac?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube-⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/@thepoisonersalmanac-m5q?si=16JV_ZKhpGaLyM73⁠⁠⁠Also, look for the Poisoner's Almanac TikTok- ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@poisonersalmanacp?_t=ZT-8wdYQyXhKbm&_r=1⁠⁠⁠⁠Adam-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@studiesshow?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Becca-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@yobec0?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This week is a big one for our regular host, Olly, as she celebrates her 100th episode hosting That's What I Call Science!To celebrate the milestone, Olly has invited her dad, Frederick Dove, onto the show to talk about his own career interviewing people across the world as a broadcaster on the BBC World Service. The two also talk about the drug that caused Fred's disability, Thalidomide, and the effects it had across the world. Don't miss this special bring-your-dad-to-TWICS episode! Show theme music: Kevin MacleodThank you for the whole TWICS team for the incredible behind-the-scenes volunteering every week! Host: Dr Olly Dove (@olly_dove)Production: Dr Olly Dove (@olly_dove)Media & Promotion: Emma Hamasaki (@EmmaHamasaki)

In 1960, one woman was all that stood between American families and a medical disaster of epidemic proportions. In this episode, the story of how that woman saved untold numbers of children and how all of us today are better off for her mostly-forgotten legacy. ReferencesErick, M. (n.d.). Frances Kathleen Oldham Kelsey. National Women's History Museum. Retrieved May 13, 2025, from https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/frances-kathleen-oldham-kelseyHooper, C. L., & Henderson, D. R. (2024). Two Thalidomide Disasters: Myths about the FDA's role in the thalidomide tragedy have resulted in decades of it obstructing many beneficial drugs. Regulation, 47(4), 8+. https://link.gale.com/apps/doc/A828313658/GPS?u=vol_b733s&sid=bookmark-GPS&xid=abff486b Janik, E., & Jensen, M. B. (2011). Giving them what they want: the Reinharts and quack medicine in Wisconsin. The Wisconsin Magazine of History, 94(4), 28–41. http://www.jstor.org/stable/41331156 Kean, S. (2024). “Frances Oldham Kelsey, the FDA, and the battle against thalidomide” review: The noble bureaucrat [Review of “Frances Oldham Kelsey, the FDA, and the battle against thalidomide” by C. Warsh]. Wall Street Journal. https://www.wsj.com/arts-culture/books/frances-oldham-kelsey-the-fda-and-the-battle-against-thalidomide-review-the-noble-bureaucrat-7f1fc379 Kean. S. (Host). (2024, November 12). The woman who ‘turned back a plague of Old Testament proportions' [Audio podcast episode]. In The Disappearing Spoon. Science History Institute. Knaier, R. G. (2017). Homeopathy on trial: "Allen v. Hyland's, Inc." and a failure of evidentiary gatekeeping. Jurimetrics, 57(3), 361–396. http://www.jstor.org/stable/26322714 Kriplin, N. (2017, February 5). The heroine of the FDA. Discover Magazine. https://www.discovermagazine.com/health/the-heroine-of-the-fdaMcFadden, R. D. (2015, August 7). Frances Oldham Kelsey, who saved U.S. babies from thalidomide, dies at 101. The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2015/08/08/science/frances-oldham-kelsey-fda-doctor-who-exposed-danger-of-thalidomide-dies-at-101.htmlMcGovern, James. "Quieter Things: The Tale Of Frances Oldham Kelsey." Boulevard, no. 104-105, spring 2020, pp. 209+. Gale Academic OneFile, link.gale.com/apps/doc/A625413665/GPS?u=vol_b733s&sid=bookmark-GPS&xid=8681eca8. Accessed 9 May 2025. Phillips, S. (2020, March 9). How a courageous physician-scientist saved the U.S. from a birth-defects catastrophe. Forefront. https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/forefront/biological-sciences-articles/courageous-physician-scientist-saved-the-us-from-a-birth-defects-catastropheWikipedia Contributors. (2024, August 26). Marion Merrell Dow. Wikipedia; Wikimedia Foundation. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marion_Merrell_DowWikipedia Contributors. (2025a, January 3). Elixir sulfanilamide. Wikipedia; Wikimedia Foundation. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elixir_sulfanilamideWikipedia Contributors. (2025b, March 8). Frances Oldham Kelsey. Wikipedia; Wikimedia Foundation. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frances_Oldham_KelseyWikipedia Contributors. (2025c, May 10). Food and Drug Administration. Wikipedia; Wikimedia Foundation. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Food_and_Drug_Administration#History

It has now been more than a year since plans for a compensation scheme were laid out for those affected by the sodium valproate scandal - and it is a state failure that stretches back decades.Sodium valproate is an effective treatment for epilepsy, but it has been linked to lifelong disabilities in around 20,000 babies born since the 1970s whose mothers were prescribed the drug while they were pregnant. Many were not properly warned of the risks, and a 2020 review concluded that thousands of mothers and babies had been exposed to "avoidable harm".In opposition, Labour said that financial redress for victims was "desperately needed" - so why has nothing happened since the party took office? And how much longer will those families be forced to wait?In a special report, Lewis talks to the families affected, including one for The News Agents not far from home.Editor: Tom HughesExecutive Producer: Louis DegenhardtProducer: Natalie IndgeDigital Editor: Michaela WaltersSocial Media Editor: Georgia FoxwellVideo Production: Rory Symon, Shane Fennelly & Arvind BadewalDigital Journalist: Michael BaggsDon't forget you can also subscribe to our other News Agents podcasts via the link below:https://linktr.ee/thenewsagentsThe News Agents is brought to you by HSBC UK - https://www.hsbc.co.uk/EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal https://nordvpn.com/thenewsagents Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee

Listener to the show, Elaine, wants to know whether her mother, who was a thalidomide baby, might have passed on effect of the drug to her children. Thalidomide was a treatment for morning sickness which caused severe birth differences in children born to mothers who used the drug. James Tytko sought an answer, with help from Neil Vargesson, Professor of Developmental Biology at the University of Aberdeen... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

How does Big Pharma deal with side effects of toxic drugs? Let's look at two cases AZT & Thalidomide. They have similar stories, as these poisons made their way through the medical system.    www.EricHollerbach.com      

John Bennett discusses Milton Friedman‘s model of policy change. LINKS The Milton Friedman Model of Policy Change John Bennett's LinkedIn Friedman's “Capitalism and Freedom” Preface Ross Rheingans-Yoo on Thalidomide at Complex Systems, and at his blog “Every Bay Area Walled … Continue reading →

#206 Melissa and Jam address a listener's question about the FDA's reliability in approving products. They discuss the intersection of chemistry, government, and society, focusing on FDA's role in regulating food and drugs. The episode includes a deep dive into the historical thalidomide tragedy, the improvements in the FDA's approval process since then, and the nuances of trusting FDA-approved products. Through personal insights, they emphasize the complexities and challenges faced by the FDA in ensuring public safety. 00:00 Introduction: What is the FDA Up To? 00:18 Listener's Question: Trusting FDA Approvals 01:11 Deep Dive: FDA's Role and Responsibilities 03:35 Case Study: Cold Medicine and Phenylephrine 04:18 Thalidomide: A Historical Lesson 10:11 The Role of Frances Kelsey 13:44 FDA's Evolution and Current Challenges 23:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts References from this episode: https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/forefront/biological-sciences-articles/courageous-physician-scientist-saved-the-us-from-a-birth-defects-catastrophe https://www.gao.gov/assets/hrd-82-3.pdf https://www.fda.gov/food/hfp-constituent-updates/fda-revoke-authorization-use-red-no-3-food-and-ingested-drugs https://cen.acs.org/food/food-ingredients/Editorial-Fewer-risky-food-colors/102/i26 Thanks to our monthly supporters Julie S Heather R Autoclave Chelsea M Dorien V Scott B Jessie R Ciara L J0HNTR0Y Jeannette N Cullyn R Erica B Elizabeth P Sarah M Rachel R Letila Katrina B Suzanne P Venus R Lyn S Jacob T Brian K Emerson W Kristina G Timothy P Steven B Chris and Claire S Chelsea B Avishai B Hunter R ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ ★ Buy Podcast Merch and Apparel ★ Check out our website at chemforyourlife.com Watch our episodes on YouTube Find us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @ChemForYourLife

Usually found on AM radio, sometimes TV infomercials, sometimes online ads. They involve an "authority" you've never heard of and an interlocutor you've never heard of who's as eager as a puppy, e.g., "Media personality Joe Shmo." The issue is weight loss, erectile disfunction, leg pain, backaches, congestion, hearing impairment, of any other popular problem. There are "studies" and the suggested approach has been "clinically proved." There are eager customers who evangelize. On TV it says in small print either "hired actor" or "actual patient who is compensated for the appearance." The sidekick asks all the "deep" questions (How long have you been investigating this?)" and provides all the deep responses (wow, hooooo, impressive!). Then there are the strange warnings and advisories required by the laws: may cause permanent hearing loss, narcolepsy, kneecap fracture, suicidal tendencies, and urge to commit arson. Do not take if you are allergic to the dug (how would you know?), if you're on drugs in the form of an oval white pill, if you live above 2,000 meters, or have lost your driving privileges in Nebraska, consult your physician first. On TV there are paragraphs of small print on the screen for 3 seconds. These are present, surpassed only by the obnoxious and slimy personal injury lawyers' ads, which cause you to want to shower immediately after, at huge cost, usually in the hundreds of thousands, sometimes in the millions. That means there's a huge buying potential. People want the magic bullet over the hard work. I had a client who continually asked me how she could make millions and not leave her home. Yet as silly as that is, it's also what a thousand people on social media promise every day. What is the diabetes drugs which also promise everything from weight loss to hair growth, from virility enhancement to clearer skin, had a longer-term adverse consequence? - I know what you're thinking: They're tested, there are laws, others are using them, the media approves, even some medical authorities and intermittently supportive or at least passive about them. -That's what you may be thinking. You know what I'm thinking: The treatment for morning sickness and insomnia, two serious medical issues. The answer was approved and utilized for a decade. It was called Thalidomide. And today, we actually have an issue with measles because some parents won't vaccinate their kids against it. One thing medicine in any form can't do is fix "stupid."

Food Travel USA with Elizabeth Dougherty THE TRUTH ABOUT SOY LECITHIN The TRUTH about Food and Travel Original Broadcast Date:  02/22/25 Keyword:  soy lecithin Pick up nearly any packaged food, and you'll see two little words: soy lecithin. The corrupt FDA claims it's safe—but this is the same agency that once approved Thalidomide, cigarettes, and Red Dye #3. What exactly is soy lecithin, and why is it in everything? Elizabeth investigates the hidden dangers of this mystery ingredient that's quietly infiltrated our food supply. ### FOOD TRAVEL USA FAST FACTS About the show:  Food And Travel Nation with Elizabeth Dougherty is the fusion of food and travel. This fresh, compelling nationally-syndicated weekend program includes information for homesteading, traveling, gardening, taste tests, and in a twist, listeners hear what restaurant servers say about customers. Website: Food And Travel Nation.com Social Media Sites: Facebook | X (formerly Twitter) } Truth Social | You Tube Live Broadcast: Saturday 5pm   LISTEN ANYTIME Executive Producer:  Michael Serio Email:  FoodTravelUSA@proton.me Each week our listeners get the very latest food and travel information We produce homemade videos of healthy, easy to make recipes We feature no-holds barred interviews in a LIVE, fast-paced, nationwide call-in show. Elizabeth Dougherty is a writer, trained chef, world traveler and now an award-winning talk show host. Food And Travel Nation was on the forefront of presenting expert guests with vital information about GMOs, at a time when no one was talking about or even knew about the subject. We give our listeners, advertisers and stations a LIVE SHOW. (NO “BEST OF'S” EVER!) We present hard-hitting topics and interviews without the same old political spin. We are very social media conscious and stay in touch with our audience. (200,000 plus) We work closely with advertisers and stations to ensure their success. We are ready to deliver a fresh, tight, first-class show to your station from our digital studio utilizing Comrex Access and our own automation system.

Join us, Bex, Alex (two Brits), and Jenn (an American)—three Call The Midwife super fans—as we rewatch our favourite show and discuss each episode in order. Why not join us? Watch an episode, and then listen to us! This week, we are recapping series 10 - 1966!Sister Julienne and Doctor Turner clash over whether to provide a private care service. Then, a distressing birth raises fears of another Thalidomide case but uncovers Operation Grapple.Please follow us on Instagram @recallthemidwifepodcast, on Facebook @Recallthemidwifepodcast, on Twitter/X @RECallthemidPod, Threads @recallthemidwifepodcast, BlueSky @recallthemidwife.bsky.social, subscribe to our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@recallthemidwife or e-mail us at Recallthemidwife@gmail.com with any questions, suggestions, ideas or feedback! Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/recall-the-midwife. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FROM THE VAULT: In the 1950s and 60s, a "miracle drug" promised relief from morning sickness but left a devastating legacy. The thalidomide scandal shook the world as thousands of babies were born with severe birth defects due to a drug marketed as completely safe. In this episode, we delve into the harrowing stories of those affected, the corporate negligence that allowed it to happen, and the fight for justice that followed. How did this tragedy change drug regulations forever? Join me as we explore one of the most infamous medical scandals in history.

Today, we are chatting with author Jacqueline Williams to discuss her debut novel, Overcomer. Jacqueline, who has faced and overcome significant life challenges, inspires others as a speaker, minister, podcast host, and author. Despite being born with a severe illness caused by Thalidomide, Jacqueline has overcome numerous physical, mental, and spiritual hurdles. In "Overcomer," she documents her resilience, inspiring readers to overcome their challenges. Jacqueline's story empowers others to overcome challenges and find peace and strength in their faith. #Jacqueline_Williams #Overcomer #Christian_Nonfiction #Testimonial #Victoriousliving #booksaboutfamilies #FlorenzaLee #FlorenzaDeniseLee #FlorenzaasPlace #FlorenzaSays #AuthorInterview #Authorschat #OnTheAirWithFlorenza

Wicked gives us the secret origin of the Wicked Witch of the West from The Wizard of Oz. We dive a little deeper into what makes her so unique.Wicked is shaping up to be one of the biggest cinematic hits of the holiday season this year, following on from its wild success first as a bestselling novel and then as an even more successful Broadway musical. Is there the equivalent of an EGOT for adapted properties? Because if so, Wicked just needs a video game or something to qualify.At the heart of Wicked, however, is the sympathetic origin story of the formerly nameless Wicked Witch of the West from the classic Wizard of Oz story. Given both a name and a significant backstory in Wicked, we learn that her trademark green skin wasn't the manifestation of some inner character flaw, but rather a somewhat magical mishap brought about by her mother consuming a potion while pregnant with the future villainess. We admit that delving into the realm of pure magic on Does it Fly? has occasionally proven difficult, but in the case of Elphaba, there's something to the question of just how green a person can get, and the possible causes.Watch the latest episode of Does it Fly? right here or check it out on our YouTube page to learn more. FURTHER READING Do you want to delve a little deeper into the facts, concepts, and stories Hakeem and Tamara referenced in today's episode? Of course you do! Book Learnin' Wicked is first based on Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West by Gregory Maguire, which also spawned the sequels Son of a Witch, A Lion Among Men, and Out of Oz.Of course, all of this goes back to L. Frank Baum's original children's novel, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. But did you know that book had a whopping thirteen sequels? Oz mythology is vast!The Evolution of Skin Color in HumansMelanin is what gives everyone their skin color, and understanding how and why various skin tones evolved is the foundation of our discussion about the (potential) science of green skin. Read more here.Don't Turn Green!As a quick PSA, here's a guide to how you can keep any copper oxide in jewelry from giving your skin that (lovely?) Oz-like green tint.When People Actually Turned GreenHypochromic anemia, or chlorosis, was a condition that did indeed leave some folks with green-ish skin. We usually try to do a little  better than just Wikipedia links in these notes, but because chlorosis isn't really an issue these days, there's not a ton of contemporary writing about it. So start with this Wikipedia entry, and if you want to dig deeper there are two scientific journal articles you can try to access here and here. There will be a quiz next week! (not really)ThalidomideSince the origin of the Wicked Witch's green skin begins with her mom drinking a potion, an example Hakeem cites in this episode is the tragedy surrounding use of Thalidomide during the mid-20th century, in which expectant mothers took a drug that was supposed to help with morning sickness and instead caused severe physical issues with their babies. A full history can be found here, but please beware of disturbing imagery.SUGGESTED VIEWING Oz-related screen adaptations are pretty much too numerous to list, and too varied in quality to really get into in the space we have here. But here are the ones we recommend…The Wizard of Oz (1939)MGM's 1939 musical classic is rightfully the most inescapable, culturally dominant version of the Oz mythos ever put on screen. It's also the most beloved. Almost impossible to imagine anyone reading this isn't aware of it in some capacity.The Wiz (1978)Sydney Lumet and Joel Schumacher's screen adaptation of the stage play which updated the Oz story for a more modern audience features a cast that includes no less than Diana Ross as Dorothy Gale, Richard Pryor (!) as the Wiz, and the legendary Lena Horne as Glinda, the Good Witch of the North.Return to Oz (1985)Long before taking the lead role in The Craft, Fairuza Balk took her turn as Dorothy Gale in a movie that, while essentially a sequel to the 1939 film, is actually more frightening and disturbing than The Craft! Absolutely worth your time.Wicked Part I (2024)Director Jon M. Chu's anticipated adaptation of the book and Broadway musical boasts an absurdly all-star cast including Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, Ariana Grande as Galinda, Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard of Oz, Michelle Yeoh, Peter Dinklage, and more! WANT MORE FROM DOES IT FLY?For some darker fantasy realm stuff, check out our episode on Netflix's The Witcher right here!FOLLOW US!Stay in the loop! Follow DoesItFly? on YouTube and TikTok and let us know what you think! And don't forget to follow Roddenberry Entertainment:Instagram: @RoddenberryOfficial Facebook: RoddenberryTwitter: @Roddenberry  For Advertising Inquiries: doesitfly@roddenberry.comCheck out the official Does it Fly? playlist, too!

Imagine a life shaped by adversity and resilience, where love and loss coexist in a journey that inspires others to face their own challenges with courage. Dr. Kimberly Harms, our remarkable guest, shares her deeply personal experiences, from being born affected by Thalidomide to enduring the unimaginable grief of losing her son, Eric, to suicide. Her insights reveal how she has turned her life's hardships into a mission to help others navigate the inevitable realities of death with dignity and compassion.We explore the intricate paths of grief and legacy with Dr. Harms, touching on how acceptance can ignite healing even amidst enduring scars. Discover how simple acts and everyday interactions contribute to the legacy we leave behind, as Dr. Harms shares touching anecdotes from her life and experiences in Rwanda. Her reflections highlight the enduring impact of love and resilience in shaping not just personal legacies, but also those of entire communities.The conversation broadens to discuss the power of open dialogues about death, especially with future generations, to cultivate resilience and understanding. Dr. Harms' experiences in her dental practice illustrate how supportive communities can foster healing and empathy, transforming workplaces and communities alike. Through her book, "Are You Ready: How to Build a Legacy to Die For," Dr. Harms extends a compassionate guide for navigating grief and building meaningful legacies, affirming that joy has a place even in the shadow of loss. Join us for this heartfelt conversation where the deeply personal meets the universally profound.Dr. Kimberly Harm's website:https://www.drkimberlyharms.com/Let's Stay Connected!Email: Ourawakeningsouls@gmail.comWatch us on YouTube: Awakening SoulsInstagram: AwakeningSoulsPodcastBook an Energy Healings & Medium Readings with Candace: Awakenings With CandaceThank you from the bottom of our hearts for your time and energy. We cannot put into words how grateful we are that you decided to listen to us today. If you found this episode helpful, please share, leave a positive review, or head to Instagram to stay connected!

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On Dear Science this week, our expert Professor Allan Blackman spoke to us about neuroscience findings under scrutiny, new information about the Franklin expedition, and the failure of Thalidomide. 

Jacqui Browne, disability activist and thalidomide survivor

Jonny's got a super secret thing he can't talk about and Ryan has a run in at the airport. 

Last night a documentary aired on Virgin Media Television on Irelands Thalidomide Scandal. We speak to Finola Cassidy, Survivor and spokesperson for the Irish Thalidomide Association.

A Clare disability activist insists a state apology to thalidomide sufferers is the best way to honour the legacy of the late Leigh Gath. The HSE has paid tribute to the Newry native and thalidomide sufferer who passed away at her Limerick home over the weekend, saying she "campaigned for equality on many fronts, particularly for people living with disability". Gath led a sleep-out outside the Department of the Taoiseach in 2012 to protest against cuts in personal assistance for people with disabilities and in 2014 became the first office holder of the position of confidential recipient for HSE-funded services. Ennistymon native, Clare Leader Forum spokesperson and friend of Gath, Ann Marie Flanagan, says after a lifetime of work, the State must acknowledge its past mistakes regarding thalidomide.

On today's show: 9am-10am Éamon Ó Cuív will not stand in next general election  Thalidomide survivors meet with Coalition leaders  Tickets available now for Pearse Stadium screening of All Ireland Final  Galway band Hot Fuss heading to the Olympics  ‘Galway Talks with John Morley' broadcasts every weekday morning from 9am on Galway Bay FM.

Venez avec vos différences, repartez avec vos ressemblances. Ce pourrait être le mot d'ordre de cet ESM si ce n'était déjà le slogan d'un certain Défistival.  Alors que nous sommes sur les starting blocks des Jeux Olympiques en France et à quelques échauffements des Jeux paralympiques, je suis dans mes p'tits souliers à l'idée d'accueillir Ryadh Sallem qui disputera ses 6èmes Jeux paralympiques à Paris (après Atlanta 1996, Sydney 2000, Athènes 2004 au sein de l'équipe de France de basket-fauteuil, Londres 2012 et Rio 2016 en rugby-fauteuil). 53 ans, de magnifiques dreadlocks, Ryadh c'est l'histoire d'un enfant Thalidomide, ce sédatif qui l'a fait naître dans les années 70 avec un petit truc en moins (ses jambes et ses mains) et un gros truc en plus : un mental de champion qui le tient debout, en fauteuil. Bref, le président de CQFD Ceux Qui Font les Défis.

The Irish Thalidomide Association has rejected an apology issued by the Coalition leaders last week to members who were born with birth defects in the 1950s and early 1960s. The birth defects were caused by Thalidomide a drug that expectant mothers took to alleviate morning sickness. The drug was withdrawn internationally in 1961 after it was established as the cause. However, it continued to be sold in Ireland until 1964. after their mothers took the drug Thalidomide. Treasa spoke to two members of the Irish Thalidomide Association, Jacqui Browne from Fenit and to John Stack from Tarbert.

Finola Cassidy, spokesperson for the Irish Thalidomide Association, tells Brendan why a statement of sympathy from the Government this week has caused hurt to survivors. She expresses the sentiments of members which were shared at a meeting yesterday.

Dr. Austin Carroll is disappointed by the government's latest statement regarding thalidomide survivors. Jennifer's schnauzer was attacked by a pitbull. Callers divulge their experiences with elocution.

Send us a Text Message.What if the drugs you take today were tested with the same lax standards as those in the 1950s? Join us on the MedEvidence Monday Minute Radio Show as we sit down with Dr. Michael Koren, a seasoned cardiologist and research scientist, to uncover the dramatic evolution of drug development. Dr. Koren takes us on a journey from the Wild West of unregulated pharmaceutical practices to today's stringent FDA protocols, shaped significantly by the tragic thalidomide crisis. You'll hear eye-opening stories of how medications were once casually approved, shedding light on the progress and the critical need for comprehensive clinical trials.Dr. Koren also brings to the forefront the ongoing challenges we face with unregulated supplement manufacturers and the continuous need for rigorous testing. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the true efficacy of chemicals and drugs within specific contexts. Discover how you can contribute to groundbreaking research by participating in clinical trials right here in Northeast Florida. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intricate world of medical research and the strides we've made toward safer, more effective medications.Be a part of advancing science by participating in clinical researchShare with a friend. Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the MedEvidence! podcast to be notified when new episodes are released.Follow us on Social Media:FacebookInstagramTwitterLinkedInWant to learn more checkout our entire library of podcasts, videos, articles and presentations at www.MedEvidence.com Powered by ENCORE Research GroupMusic: Storyblocks - Corporate InspiredThank you for listening!

Dr. Austin O'Carroll is a GP in the inner city where he has spent his career caring for the homeless and providing services for addiction, along with all the daily tasks of a busy clinic. He spoke to us about how poverty and trauma affect your health and can decrease your life expectancy by 20 years.Growing up with a disability due to Thalidomide, a medication available to pregnant women in the 60's which caused birth defects, Austin was told he wouldn't be able for the physical demands of the hospital but he knew he wanted to help people and has done just that. Austin is passionate about the rights of homeless people and drug users, and spoke to us about how society has failed them.One of our listeners suggested Austin and if you have anyone you think we should talk to send an email to TalkingBollox@GoLoudNow.com.

The Irish Thalidomide Association (ITA) has called on the Government to re-engage in talks about a State apology and a compensation package for survivors to include provisions for medical expenses. Finola Cassidy is spokesperson for the Irish Thalidomide Association was in studio.

On this guestless edition of Bat Lessons, we cover the first appearance of Tweedledee and Tweedledum. Then we fall down the rabbit hole on Lewis Carroll, and the creation of Alice in Wonderland.   Detective Comics 74 (DCU Infinite) Don Cameron (wikipedia) Lewis Carroll (wikipedia) Annotated Alice (amazon) Enantiomorphs (wikipedia) Thalidomide (wikipedia)   Head on over to https://batlessons.com for all things Bat Lessons. Send us a letter or voice recording, find us on threads, read full transcripts and find show notes.   Podcast Artwork by Sergio R . M. Duarte Podcast Music by Renzo Calma Motion Graphics by r2ktalha 00:00 Intro 02:43 Detective 74 22:17 Story Thoughts 25:34 Alice in Wonderland 29:39 Lewis Carroll 38:27 Tweedledum and Tweedledee 50:44 Closing Thoughts  

The Curious Clinicians investigate the history and mechanisms of how thalidomide caused embryopathy in the late 1950s and early 1960s in over 10,000 babies across the world. Read the show notes here.  Click here to obtain AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.5 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (0.5 hours), or ABIM MOC Part 2 (0.5 hours). Audio edited by Clair Morgan of Nodderly.com. Medical student Giancarlo Buonomo is our producer.  This episode is sponsored by Audible! New members can try Audible free for 30 days using our own Curious Clinicians podcast code - visit Audible.com/TCCPOD or text TCCPOD to 500-500. 

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese recently stood on the floor in federal parliament and apologised to the victims and families of a shocking 1950's and 60's pharmaceutical nightmare. For women who were struggling with morning sickness back then, a drug was being marketed to them as the cure for their nausea. Thalidomide would help ease a rolling tummy but what those mothers didn't know and what the people who manufactured the drug failed to explore, was the impact this drug would have on their unborn children. Today The Quicky team looks into the impacts of thalidomide, and the children who still live with it's devastating consequences today. Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We're listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS  Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to:  Luke Grzeskowiak - Clinical pharmacist and Channel 7 Children's Research Foundation Fellow in Medicines Use and Safety at Flinders University Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Kally Borg Audio Producer: Jacob RoundBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese adresse des excuses officielles aux victimes du Thalidomide. En Inde, les 41 ouvriers coincés depuis 17 jours dans un tunnel éboulé ont été libérés. En France, la Cour de Justice de la République doit rendre son verdict concernant Eric Dupont-Moretti.

Finola Cassidy, Spokesperson for the Irish Thalidomide Association, reacts to the Prime Minister of Australia delivering a National Apology to all Australians impacted by the Thalidomide Tragedy.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has delivered a formal apology to thalidomide victims in parliament. The drug thalidomide was only on the market for a few years, but killed and caused birth defects in thousands of babies around the world in the 1950s and 60s. Mr Albanese has called the tragedy one of the darkest chapters in Australia's medical history.

This is the second episode of a  two parter about  a new investigation into the drug thalidomide, so if you haven't listened to part one, please do go back and listen to that first. Thalidomide is one of the greatest medical catastrophes of the 20th century. It's now thought to have been  responsible for around 100,000 miscarriages and disabled children. In this episode, journalist Jennifer Vanderbes reveals the second half of the story. The result of six years of research, resulting in her recent book: Wonder Drug: The Hidden Victims of America's Secret Thalidomide Scandal. After thalidomide's launch in 1957 by the Germany company Chemie Grunenthal, four years on, doctors in a number of countries, are becoming increasingly concerned about the drug's effects. In Australia obstetrician, Dr William McBride, having delivered several disabled babies in mothers who were given thalidomide, starts to conduct animal experiments and becomes convinced the drug is linked to the disabilities he is seeing. While in Germany, geneticist Dr Widukund Lenz's analysis of babies whose mothers  have taken thalidomide, produces what he believes is a clear evidence that the drug is very far from safe. The devastating disabilities being caused in new born babies, include a shortening or absence of limbs; hands and feet that don't fully form; and damage to ears, eyes, brain, skeleton and internal organs. So the pressure to take the drug off the market grows. And in the States, further children will be harmed as unbeknownst to the FDA, the drug has been dispensed by over one thousand doctors. This is despite the fact that it has not been approved for use, a development which will add further heartbreak  to the tragedy. In total, Vanderbes estimates that five million doses of thalidomide were distributed in America. Jennifer Vanderbes Wonder Drug: The Hidden Victims of America's Secret Thalidomide Scandal is published by Harper Collins. The host of the podcast, Liz Tucker is an award winning medical journalist and former BBC producer and director.  You can follow Liz on Twitter at https://twitter.com/lizctucker and read her Substack newsletter about the podcast at https://liztucker.substack.com If you would like to support this podcast you can do so at patreon.com/whatyourgpdoesnttellyou or via PayPal at https://www.patreon.com/WhatYourGPDoesntTellYou  

In March of 1954, scientists from German pharmaceutical company Chemie Grünenthal produced Thalidomide for the first time. Thalidomide was a sedative and sleep aid sold in many countries worldwide under the name “Contergan”, as well as other brands. The medication was also being marketed and taken by pregnant women as a safe remedy for morning sickness. But in November of 1961, the drug was found to have caused severe deformities in newborn children if taken during a specific point in the pregnancy. In today's episode, we learn more about what led to the Thalidomide scandal and the outcomes from the worst drug disaster in history. "Crimes of the Centuries" is a podcast from the Obsessed Network exploring forgotten crimes from times past that made a mark and helped change history. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter: @centuriespod Episode Sponsors: Apostrophe- Get your first visit for only five dollars at Apostrophe.com/COTC when you use our code: COTC. That's a savings of fifteen dollars!  Caden Lane- Head to CadenLane.com/COTC and use code COTC for 20% off your order.  Athena Club- Head over to AthenaClub.com and grab your razor kit today or you can find Athena Club Razors at your local Target. Plus with your purchase of a Razor Kit and blade subscription on their site, you can try their Gentle Body Scrub for FREE with code CRIMES at checkout (for a limited time only).

You might know the historical fiction of Jennifer Vanderbes, but just wait until you read Wonder Drug: The Secret History of Thalidomide in America and Its Hidden Victims. Think thalidomide didn't affect mothers and children in this country? Think again. Wonder Drug is the hidden American story of thalidomide: yes, it did get to pregnant women and yes there were children born effected by phocomelia in this country. Although the system denied their existence for decades, this beautifully researched book tells their story, as well as the deeply disturbing truth about how this drug was distributed behind the backs of the FDA. Join us. Book mentioned in this week's episode: Wonder Drug: The Secret History of Thalidomide in America and Its Hidden Victims by Jennifer Vanderbes Easter Island by Jennifer Vanderbes The Secret of Raven Point by Jennifer Vanderbes Empire of Pain by Patrick Radden Keefe Tightrope: Americans Reaching for Hope by Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn These are the Plunderers: How Private Equity Runs—and Wrecks—America by Gretchen Morgenson and Joshua Rosner Write for Your Life by Anna Quindlen Portrait of a Lady by Henry James Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was one of the greatest medical tragedies of the 20th century. In 1957, a new wonder drug was launched in Germany. It was marketed as an astonishingly safe sedative. Tragically, this could not have been further from the truth. For this was the drug thalidomide, and it would end up being responsible for around 100,000 miscarriages and disabled children. This week's guest, journalist Jennifer Vanderbes,  in a forensic six year investigation has uncovered compelling and shocking new information about warnings that went unheeded, test results that were misrepresented, and uncovered scores of potential victims who have never before been recognised as harmed by the drug. One of the heroines of this narrative is a dogged and committed FDA reviewer Dr Frances Kelsey, who sceptical of the drug never approved it for US use. However, as Vanderbes reveals in her new book: Wonder Drug The Hidden Victims of America's Secret Thalidomide Scandal, published by Harper Collins, although the drug was never sold in the states,  the medication was sent out to 1,200 doctors to be used in what were termed clinical trials. These physicians then passed on thalidomide to other colleagues. But the FDA later described these not as a clinical trials - but a marketing scheme. Which as Jennifer reveals, means, tragically, there are also American babies born with birth defects likely to have been caused by thalidomide. Had early safety signals been acted on or investigated, thousands of families and babies could have been spared unbelievable heartbreak. The host of the podcast, Liz Tucker is an award winning medical journalist and former BBC producer and director.  You can follow Liz on Twitter at https://twitter.com/lizctucker and read her Substack newsletter about the podcast at https://liztucker.substack.com If you would like to support this podcast you can do so at patreon.com/whatyourgpdoesnttellyou or via PayPal at https://www.patreon.com/WhatYourGPDoesntTellYou

Shortly after Thalidomide became a household word—albeit a very, very bad one—a biotech investor bought it for a couple hundred grand. Who on earth would want a drug pulled from the market for causing birth defects? Steve Gorlin did. Today, Thalidomide is  the foundation of cancer drugs worth billions of dollars. Gorlin doesnt own it anymore, but the story of how he got it is just one of the experiences that contributed to the codification of his "golden rules." Following those rules has paid off. SIx of the companies he's founded acieved valuations, or sold, for more than $1 billion each. This week, the Business of Biotech sits down with the legendary biotech investor Steve Gorlin, now CEO of CoRegen, for a conversation on his golden rules for picking winners. Gear up for an action-packed, LIVE, and INTERACTIVE Business of Biotech as we delve into the nitty-gritty of IP and legal considerations crucial for budding biotech entities.  Get your queries resolved straight from a seasoned professional, minus the lawyer's fees! YOU HAVE TO REGISTER FOR THIS ONE (no cost), so head to tinyurl.com/boblive23, or secure your spot for Business of Biotech Live! Legal & IP Protection For New Biotechs here. Join us on Monday, November 13th, at 11 am Eastern. You don't want to miss this!Subscribe to the #BusinessofBiotech newsletter at bioprocessonline.com/bob for more real, honest, transparent interactions with the leaders of emerging biotech. It's a once-per-month dose of insight and intel that you'll actually look forward to receiving! Check it out at bioprocessonline.com/bob!

Rory Bremner stand-up chameleon, actor and impressionist, who's currently on tour as Chris Tarrant in the play Quiz, about the Millionaire cougher-case. He also reveals the shared passion for comedy he and his dad had, especially with the late Mike Yarwood, and how he is embracing his newly diagnosed ADHD. The Gardeners World presenter Sue Kent, whose career has taken her from sports masseuse at the 2012 Olympics to award-winning garden designer, has lived with the physical consequences of the drug Thalidomide; taken by her mother whilst she was pregnant. Bake Off's first Italian winner Giuseppe Dell'Anno reveals how his training as an engineer, using accuracy and precision, raises the bar with his baking. Plus...we have the Inheritance Tracks of the man who served tea for The Queen and Paddington Bear – star of Ghosts, Simon Farnaby. Presenters: Nikki Bedi and Olly Mann Producer: Ben Mitchell

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Ralph spends the whole hour with Jennifer Vanderbes, author of “Wonder Drug: The Secret History Of Thalidomide In America And Its Hidden Victims.” Thalidomide was never “commercially available” in the U.S., but American doctors handed out samples to patients even though no one could prove the drug was safe. Or could definitively say what the drug did. And by the time thalidomide landed at the FDA for approval, whistleblowers, journalists, doctors, and patients in Germany, Australia, and the UK were sounding the alarm about its shocking side effects.Jennifer Vanderbes is an award-winning novelist, journalist and screenwriter. Her latest book is Wonder Drug: The Secret History Of Thalidomide In America And Its Hidden Victims.It did not shock me researching this story that the pharmaceutical firms operated with a focus on profit, and that allowed for cutting corners. What really did shock me in my research was realizing that the doctors uniformly gaslit these patients. And it was stunning to me that you didn't have any of these physicians who had given the drug to pregnant women who realized.Jennifer VanderbesI was very surprised to be looking through materials that were so at odds with what had been reported. And in many ways this became, to me, a story about what can happen when the media accepts at face value a certain spin on the story. The FDA was very dependent initially on what the drug firms were telling it, and then the press was depending on what the FDA was telling it, and then everybody sort of moved on. It was also a happy story that people wanted to believe: “we were the one wonderful country that had stopped this drug.“Jennifer VanderbesTheir number one tactic is to just not even argue the merits of [thalidomide cases], but get them dismissed on the basis that, “All these people should have known.” And I would say six years of my life—and this book— is really an examination of how incredibly reasonable and understandable it is that these individuals did not know. They were not given the information, and the government was quite complicit.Jennifer VanderbesThe best investigative reporters in America didn't uncover this story, until [Jennifer Vanderbes] put it together in a book. Because it took unbelievable energy, curiosity, travel, interviewing the survivors, going to their homes, and the most recent development— which was really incredible that it didn't get national TV and radio coverage— was the gathering, for the first time, of thalidomide victims in San Diego.Ralph NaderIn Case You Haven't Heard with Francesco DeSantis1. On July 25th, The Teamsters reported that UPS caved to their demands, narrowly avoiding a massive strike. The wins in the new contract include higher wages, more jobs, ending the two-tier wage system, air conditioning in UPS trucks, part-time Rewards, and drivers getting Martin Luther King Day off. The union has triumphantly declared “We've Changed the Game” If these negotiations had fallen through, 340,000 UPS Teamsters would have gone on strike. Other employers, such as the Hollywood AMPTP, should take notes.2. The Intercept reports that the Sanders-led Senate HELP Committee has passed an amendment to the  Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Act allocating $3 million to the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to explore new options to pay for developing pharmaceuticals, specifically through public funding or “innovation prizes.” These drugs would then enter the public domain so they could be sold as generic medications. Sanders has made the cost of prescription drugs a high priority during his chairmanship on the committee, and hopefully this effort will bear fruit.3. Following months of protest, CNN reports that Israel has rammed through their controversial judicial reform legislation. This law will limit the independence of the Israeli judiciary, which has been a bulwark against the most extreme Right-wing factions in the country. This measure has sparked a new round of scrutiny regarding the $3.8 billion in military aid the US provides to Israel annually.4. Progressive Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has requested $15 million for a plan to help decarbonize 200 to 350 homes by modernizing heating and insulation for low-income Chicagoans, Gregory Pratt of the Tribune reports. One hopes to see more progressives pushing for these localized and tailored climate change plans.5. Anchor Brewing, a San Francisco institution, has been on a roller-coaster for several years. The workers organized the plant, then it was sold to Sapporo, and now Sapporo is attempting to sell the company for parts. In response, the union is attempting to raise funds to purchase Anchor Brewing and run it as a worker-owned cooperative. More information is available at Vinepair.com.6. In other alcohol related news, the American Prospect reports that Total Wine, the company founded by Rep. David Trone of Maryland – who is currently seeking the open Senate seat in that state – is fighting an FTC antitrust investigation. The agency is investigating the chain for “price discrimination and exclusive dealing arrangements in alcohol markets as part of a broader crackdown that's also charging Pepsi and Coke for similar anti-competitive conduct.” Total Wine has reportedly sought to impede this investigation at every turn, and have succeeded in slowing it down even as the Biden administration seeks to crack down on anti-competitive behavior. It remains to be seen whether this will become an issue in the Senate campaign.7. Following Rep. Jamaal Bowman's boycott of Israeli President Isaac Herzog's address to Congress, Jewish Insider reports that  AIPAC – among the most powerful Washington lobbies – is pushing for Westchester County executive George Latimer to run a primary challenge against Bowman. Historically, AIPAC has been instrumental in keeping progressive voices, and their criticism of Israel, out of the halls of Congress.8. The German news service DW reports that Ukraine has imposed a “ban on Russian-language culture…such as books, music, plays and concerts.” Whatever one's opinions are on the war in Ukraine, this ban approaches dangerous territory of limiting expression for minority groups in the country and could presage more militarized crackdowns on the Russian minority in Ukraine similar to Japanese-Americans during WWII. All parties must come to the table to negotiate an immediate ceasefire and engage in high-level diplomacy; only that can prevent this war spinning into graver and graver circumstances.9. Finally, on July 20th a super-majority of workers at Grindr, the LGBTQ dating app, voted to unionize with the Communications Workers of America, per Kim Kelly. This came as a response, in part, to revelations showing Grindr's new CEO had previously voiced support for anti-LGBTQ politicians on Twitter and via political donations. Bring on “Hot Labor Summer.” Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

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