Rephonic
Artwork for Causes or Cures

Causes or Cures

Dr. Eeks
Mental Health
Obesity
Public Health
Lewy Body Dementia
Type 2 Diabetes
Wim Hof Method
Depression
Cancer Vaccine
Sleep Duration
Cold Exposure
Ovarian Cancer
Trypophobia
Industry Payments To Physicians
Diabetes
Immunotherapy
Nature
Fasting Mimicking Diet
Breathing Techniques
Omentum
Fart Walking

"For the Nerds and the Nerd Nots"Causes or Cures is a health podcast hosted by Dr. Eeks—an independent, grassroots show driven by curiosity and a passion for breaking down complex health topics into bite-sized, easy-to-understand insights. Dr. Eeks works as a public health consultant, in the realm of epi/scicomms. She's all about making science relatable and often uses a blue-collar sense of humor... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes231Founded7 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Life SciencesHealth & FitnessMedicineScience

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Causes or Cures

Latest Episodes

Send us a text

Disclaimer: Entertainment only. Eeks is not a medical historian; just a gremlin who reads too much and asks weird questions 

What’s inside

• The myth of “truth serum” and why scopolamine never earned the badge

• From twilight sleep ... more

Send us a text

On this episode, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Carlijn Wagenaar about the Plants for Joints research in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA), exploring how a plant-centered lifestyle (not just diet) was tested and what changed ... more

Send us a text

What if cancer could be detected years before symptoms ever appear? In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks sits down with Dr. Yuxuan Wang, cancer researcher at Johns Hopkins, to discuss her team’s promising work on multicancer e... more

Send us a text

In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Katie Stewart, Holistic Nutritionist and founder of The Clear Skin Solution, about the emotional and physical toll of breakouts and unhealthy skin, and why lasting healing requir... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Dr. Yuxuan Wang
Cancer researcher at Johns Hopkins
Johns Hopkins
Episode: Can a Blood Test See Cancer Years Before Symptoms? With Dr. Yuxuan Wang
Katie Stewart
Holistic nutritionist and founder of The Clear Skin Solution.
The Clear Skin Solution
Episode: Healthy Skin is Not Just Skin Deep, with Katie Stewart
Dr. Martín Polanco
Considered the most experienced Ibogaine physician in North America.
Episode: Dr. Martín Polanco on Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT for PTSD & More: Results & Risks
Chris Mirabile
CEO of NOVOS, health entrepreneur focused on science-based anti-aging solutions
NOVOS
Episode: How Chris Mirabile Made His Biological Age 13 Years Younger
Dr. Irene Papanicolas
Professor of Health Services, Policy, and Practice at Brown University
Brown University
Episode: Why Rich Americans Don't Live Longer than Poor Europeans, with Prof Irene Papanicolas
Dane Johnson
A personal healer and advocate for those with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
Crohn's Colitis Lifestyle
Episode: What He Did When Nothing Worked: A Personal Story of Crohn’s and Colitis with Dane Johnson
Dr. Jerry Avorn
Professor of Medicine at Harvard and expert on drug safety, pricing, and policy.
Harvard Medical School
Episode: The Truth About Your Medications, with Harvard's Dr. Jerry Avorn
Dr. Varun Dwaraka
Part of the research team studying the cell system at TruDiagnostic.
TruDiagnostic
Episode: Can This Supplement Actually Reverse Aging? Dr. Varun Dwaraka Explains
Dr. Robert Smith
Practicing physician and author of 'Has Medicine Lost Its Mind?'
Independent
Episode: Has Medicine Lost Its Mind? Inside the Body‑Mind Split with Dr. Robert Smith

Host

Dr. Eeks
An independent public health consultant and host who emphasizes a down-to-earth approach to science, often laced with humor. Passionate about making complex health topics accessible, she engages with various experts to discuss current health issues.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 151 ratings
  • Evidence-Based Information

    I really enjoy this podcast and look forward to listening to each episode. Dr. Eeks always features interesting and compelling guests who share scientific insights and evidence-based data. Dr. Eeks asks informed questions, which results in honest and unfiltered feedback from the medical community. Five stars for one of my all-time favorite podcasts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bethwriter33
    United States2 months ago
  • Has Medicine lost its mind?

    Eeks is tremendous! She’s not afraid to get into the nitty-gritty of medicine’s fundamental problems around the mind body split. Thanks for inviting me!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Has Medicine lost its mind?
    United States5 months ago
  • An Informative and Interesting Podcast

    Causes or Cures is a joy. Informative and always presented with a touch of humor and humbleness. Dr Eeks is a great host and the podcasts delves into a wide variety of pertinent topics for anyone interested in health, fitness, and longevity. I highly recommend it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlsoVeryUnhappy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Engaging and enlightening

    Great podcast with fresh and fascinating perspectives on a variety of topics, many of which are “off the beaten path” of typical health and wellness programming. Each episode is thought provoking and informative, sourced with expert commentary. I always look forward to tuning in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LFLB85
    United Statesa year ago
  • Awesome!

    Love this podcast!! The topics are really great and thought out. The conversations really provide a lot of different view points from experts across health landscape. Would say it is a real holistic view of health related subjects and life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BillJeezy
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The podcast is praised for featuring diverse guests and varied topics, catering to both health enthusiasts and professionals.
Critics mention occasional slow pacing in episodes but often balance this with positive comments about the content's depth and insight.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and thoughtful discussions led by Dr. Eeks, noting her ability to present complex health topics in a relatable manner.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What He Did When Nothing Worked: A Personal Story of Crohn’s and Colitis with Dane Johnson
Q: What changes did you make that ultimately helped you heal?
I adopted a food philosophy that emphasized earth-based nutrition and a focus on repairing my gut health.
Has Medicine Lost Its Mind? Inside the Body‑Mind Split with Dr. Robert Smith
Q: What could work and what needs to change in medicine?
Dr. Smith advocates for a biopsychosocial model that treats the whole person rather than just their physical condition.
Has Medicine Lost Its Mind? Inside the Body‑Mind Split with Dr. Robert Smith
Q: Can you tell our listeners a little bit about yourself and the work you do?
Dr. Smith shares his background, detailing how he was trained in physical diseases but struggled with psychological and social health issues in practice, prompting him to seek further training in these areas.
Dr. Martín Polanco on Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT for PTSD & More: Results & Risks
Q: What do you recommend for someone who is hesitant about psychedelic therapies?
I encourage people to research and look at the data regarding these therapies before trying them.
Dr. Martín Polanco on Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT for PTSD & More: Results & Risks
Q: How did you get connected to the veteran community?
Through treating addiction, we began seeing veterans who experienced remarkable improvements in PTSD along with their withdrawal symptoms.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Causes or Cures

What is Causes or Cures about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast focuses on health, science, and personal wellness through engaging conversations with experts and individuals alike. The host, an experienced public health consultant, combines a blue-collar sense of humor with well-researched insights to address complex health topics, making them accessible and relatable for a diverse audience. The series features doctors, researchers, and public health professionals discussing current issues in healthcare and research, often incorporating stories from individuals with unique health journeys. Noteworthy for its informal and honest approach, the show encourages curiosity and empathetic dialogue, ensuring listeners are exposed to a variety of perspectives.

Where can I find podcast stats for Causes or Cures?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Causes or Cures. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Causes or Cures and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Causes or Cures get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Causes or Cures, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Causes or Cures?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Causes or Cures, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Causes or Cures have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Causes or Cures has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Causes or Cures?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Causes or Cures:

1. Biohacking Beauty: The Anti-Aging Skincare Podcast
2. Huberman Lab
3. Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee
4. The Megyn Kelly Show
5. The Tucker Carlson Show

How many episodes of Causes or Cures are there?

Causes or Cures launched 7 years ago and published 231 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Causes or Cures?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Causes or Cures?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Causes or Cures from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Causes or Cures?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Causes or Cures. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Causes or Cures?

Recent guests on Causes or Cures include:

1. Dr. Yuxuan Wang
2. Katie Stewart
3. Dr. Martín Polanco
4. Chris Mirabile
5. Dr. Irene Papanicolas
6. Dane Johnson
7. Dr. Jerry Avorn
8. Dr. Varun Dwaraka

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days