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Chasing Life

CNN Podcasts
Mental Health
Obesity
Chronic Pain
Nutrition
Public Health
Covid-19
Menopause
Ultra-Processed Foods
Health
Neuroscience
Alzheimer's Disease
Anxiety
Artificial Intelligence
Weight Loss
Happiness
Diabetes
Aging
Healthcare
Parenting
Breast Cancer

All over the world, there are people who are living extraordinary lives, full of happiness and health – and with hardly any heart disease, cancer or diabetes. Dr. Sanjay Gupta has been on a decades-long mission to understand how they do it, and how we can all learn from them. Scientists now believe we can even reverse the symptoms of Alzheimer’s dementia, and in fact grow sharper and more resilien... more

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For a lot of women, getting the right care at the right time can make all the difference... but that doesn’t always happen. Too often, women’s health is underfunded, under-researched, or under-treated. Melinda French Gates joins Sanjay to explain why... more

Should you use an air dryer or paper towels to dry your hands after washing them in a public bathroom? Dr. Sanjay Gupta shares his take. Plus, plasma donation is a growing trend across the country. Dr. Gupta digs into the reasons why and if there are... more

Screen time worries aren’t just for kids anymore. Families are seeing the same habits in parents and grandparents. Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks with psychiatrist Dr. Sue Varma about risks to the aging brain, warning signs and what families can do.

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As a growing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa raises alarm, listeners have questions about what it is, how it spreads, and how worried they should be. Sanjay breaks down what we know — including why Ebola is highly infectious but not easily contagiou... more

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Recent Guests

Anderson Cooper
CNN Anchor and interviewer in a CNN event
CNN
Episode: Should You Be Worried About Ebola?
Maryanne Makredes Senna
Board certified dermatologist and associate professor at Harvard Medical School who specializes in hair and scalp health
Harvard Medical School
Episode: What Your Hair Knows About Your Health That You Don’t
Bob Wachter
Professor of Medicine at UCSF and author
University of California, San Francisco
Episode: AI Is in Your Healthcare Now. Here’s What to Know
Joshua Anbar
Public health professor at Arizona State University who studies autism and adulthood transitions
Arizona State University
Episode: Autism Doesn’t End at Childhood. Here’s the Reality
Matthew Lerner
Director of the Social Connections and Treatment Lab at the Drexel Autism Institute
Drexel University
Episode: What You’ve Wanted to Know About Autism but Were Too Afraid to Ask
David Spiegel
Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University School of Medicine; world-renowned researcher on clinical hypnosis
Stanford University School of Medicine
Episode: How Hypnosis May Be More Real, and Powerful, Than You Think
Trisha Pasricha
Gastroenterologist and director of the Institute for Gut Brain Research at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Episode: Everybody Poops— So, Why Is It So Hard to Talk About?
Bill Weir
Colleague and filmmaker; writer/producer of a documentary on Apple
CNN
Episode: Did the iPhone Change Everything... Including Us?
Dr. Donald Dengel
Professor of exercise physiology
University of Minnesota
Episode: Want to Keep Your Eyes in Tip-Top Shape? Here’s How

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Sanjay Gupta
Host and senior medical correspondent with extensive experience in medicine, neuroscience, and health journalism

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 10k ratings
  • Will Mocktails Reduce Your Cancer Risk?

    Interesting episode about Mocktails and cancer, but I especially enjoyed the part about silicone and plastic. It certainly peeked my interest and one to listen over and over to remember those studies you mentioned. Makes you think twice now about washing those Tupperware containers in the dishwasher, even if they do say Rubbermaid and if they are heat resistant, like the ones you get from California Pizza Kitchen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    my girlfriend's teddy bear
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great podcast

    Glad I have begun listening to your podcast. I find it very interesting and informative. I have gone back to listen to episodes from 2025, and must commend you for not allowing the FDA commissioner to “snow” you, and thus your listeners. I’m looking forward to learning helpful hints from your latest book. Keep up the great work and maintain your principles.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SarahEverson
    United States2 months ago
  • good science based discusion on personal health and self-improvement etc

    Podcast Addict
    5
    aboethius
    3 months ago
  • Affronted Dental Hygienist

    Podcast Review: Dr. Kami Hoss on Oral Health

    I was disappointed by several comments made by Dr. Kami Haas during his recent podcast on oral health, particularly regarding prevention. Dr. Haas stated that he received only a few hours of education on preventing dental decay and implied that dentists and dental hygienists receive minimal training in this area.

    As a dental hygienist, I find this statement inaccurate and dismissive. Dental hygienists are preventive oral health therapists, and prevent... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    TrezEllicottville
    United States4 months ago
  • Thank you!

    I love the podcast and your CNN specials. Thank you so much for answering my question on the Alzheimer’s study updates. It really means a lot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heather MJ
    United States4 months ago

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What You Should Know About Nighttime Leg Cramps
Q: What are nocturnal leg cramps and why do they happen, and why don't bananas or magnesium help?
Nocturnal leg cramps are likely a neural communication issue that worsens with age due to loss of motor neurons; common home remedies like bananas or magnesium lack solid evidence, so if they don't help, it's reasonable to stop them, while paying attention to medications that may increase cramps and consulting a clinician if symptoms persist or worsen.
AI Is in Your Healthcare Now. Here’s What to Know
Q: What, if any, scenarios do you see where AI could or should act autonomously in healthcare?
Autonomy could begin with routine, low-risk tasks like refilling certain medications under strict regulatory frameworks, but for critical diagnostic decisions, human oversight remains essential for now, with ongoing evaluation as technology matures.
AI Is in Your Healthcare Now. Here’s What to Know
Q: If someone asks you directly, should I trust an AI platform with my health questions?
Trust it, but treat it as a helpful tool rather than an infallible oracle; use it to contextualize questions and compare with multiple AI systems, and always verify with a medical professional especially if red-flag symptoms are present.
What You Need to Know About Hantavirus
Q: Should people be stressed about exposure after finding rodent droppings and cleaning with sweeping and no mask?
The risk is location dependent and generally lower in urban settings like New York, but the CDC recommends protective measures: seal gaps, keep food sealed, use gloves when cleaning droppings, spray with bleach, wait, then wipe, and seek medical care if symptoms develop.
What You Need to Know About Hantavirus
Q: What is the potential for this hantavirus strain to mutate and become more contagious?
While mutations are possible as the virus circulates, current data show little difference in the genome across decades, suggesting limited mutation and containment risk, though continued sequencing and monitoring are necessary.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chasing Life

What is Chasing Life about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A health- and science-focused show that blends medical expertise with accessible storytelling. Topics span hair health, gut health, autism, brain science, sleep, hypnosis, and the impact of technology on daily life, often featuring physicians, researchers, and other experts who translate complex research into practical takeaways for listeners. The format frequently combines clinician-host guidance with guest insights, audience Qs, and real-world implications for health, well-being, and everyday decision-making. A notable strength is the ability to connect emerging science to tangible tips, while spotlighting controversial or evolving areas (such as GLP-1 medications or tech use) with nuance and caution. This mix tends to attract health-cons... more

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2. Maryanne Makredes Senna
3. Bob Wachter
4. Joshua Anbar
5. Matthew Lerner
6. David Spiegel
7. Trisha Pasricha
8. Bill Weir

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