We looked at this class of weight loss drugs a year ago, and they've only gotten more popular — and more controversial. We’re hearing that these kinds of drugs can be tough on your stomach, and that the weight loss comes with worrisome loss of muscle. We’ve also heard claims that they might increase your risk of suicide. So — should we be freaking out here?? ... Show More
Oct 1
Why We Never Forget Our Teen Years, with Lisa Damour
Our brains go completely WILD when we go through our teenage years. It’s a time where it feels like every disagreement with our parents turns into World War III, and every idea that could get us killed sounds like the most fun we could ever have. In this episode, we get into the ... Show More
58m 38s
Sep 24
Stress: The Science of Chilling Out
Stress! We’re all feeling it. And besides just feeling crappy, we’re also told that stress can wreak havoc on our bodies. The internet has a million solutions: vagus nerve stimulators, deep breaths, or a hot sauna! If that doesn’t work, maybe a cold plunge? But what does the scie ... Show More
40m 22s
Oct 2024
249 - Is Ozempic Cheating?
Are weight loss drugs like Ozempic cheating? In this episode, Maggie and Ryan discuss the pros and cons of GLP-1 medications for weight loss. They explore common concerns, including muscle loss, long-term effects, and what happens when you stop taking these drugs. They also talk ... Show More
30m 25s
Jan 2025
Can Weight Loss Drugs Impact Your Joy of Food?
Yes, drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro can help people lose weight, but at what cost? Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores why these drugs may not be the right fit for everyone.
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27m 25s
Jan 2025
How Do Weight Loss Medications Work?
GLP-1 medications are everywhere—on your FYPs, on the evening news, and, as JVN shares, in your own weekly routine. But what do these drugs really do? In this no-holds-barred conversation with Dr. Terry Simpson, a surgeon and culinary medicine expert, JVN dives deep into the scie ... Show More
50m 39s
Aug 2024
#498 | Ozempic - The Weight Loss Miracle Drug?
Some call it a miracle drug, others warn of its potentially damaging long-term effects on people and society. In this episode, we'll look at the history of this drug, how it works, why it's popular, and what it reveals about American food and healthcare systems. Introduction to O ... Show More
17m 3s
Aug 2025
The Shocking Truth About Ozempic (Doctors Won't Tell You This!)
<p dir="ltr">In this episode, Dr. Jockers takes a deep dive into the shocking truth about Ozempic and other GLP-1 weight loss drugs. You'll hear how these medications actually work in the body, why they cause rapid weight loss for some, and what doctors often leave out about thei ... Show More
19m 54s
<p>Ozempic is being hailed as “the end of the Obesity Epidemic.” This week, Mike and Aubrey dig through the sensational claims. But will they make it past the caveats?<br/><br/><b>Links:</b> </p><ul><li><a href='https://globalnews.ca/news/9793403/ozempic-canada-scientist-venomous ... Show More
