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Doctor Vs Comedian

Doctor Vs Comedian
Mental Health
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Endometriosis
Women's Health
Addiction
Ultra-Processed Foods
Louis CK
Saturday Night Live
Anxiety
Telemedicine
Netflix
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Pain Management
Donald Trump
Infertility
Stand-Up Comedy
Steve Martin
Depression
Sorry, Not Sorry
Hair Transplants

Is Laughter the best medicine? We attempt to answer this and other pressing questions in Doctor Vs Comedian. Dr Asif Doja is a pediatric neurologist and Ali Hassan is a stand up comedian and actor (CBC‘s Laugh Out Loud, Designated Survivor, Goon) who are each fascinated by what the other one does. In each episode, Asif picks a topic for Ali from comedy and entertainment and questions Ali about it.... more

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Today, Asif and Ali discuss the documentary on Martin Short “Marty, Life is Short” (3:47). They discuss director Lawrence Kasden and what led him to make a documentary on his friend Martin Short. They discuss how the documentary not only goes over Ma... more

Today, Ali and Asif discuss their favourite entertainment of 2026 to date (1:51). Listen as they discuss “Nivanna the Band, The Show, The Movie”, “It Was Just an Accident”, “Beef”, “Wonder Man”. “His and Hers”, “Margo’s Got Money Troubles”, as well a... more

Today, Asif and Ali discuss something that seems closer to science fiction than reality –  using your brain waves to perform actions or communicate. They chat with guest Dr. Adam Kirton to discuss Brain Computer interface aka BCI. Dr. Kirton is Profe... more

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses sexual abuse.

Most of you have heard about the blockbuster success of the movie “Michael”. So today Ali  and Asif  discuss their thoughts on the resurgent popularity of Michael Jackson. Then we will “remix” in... more

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Adam Kirton
Professor of Pediatrics and Clinical Neurosciences; co-founder and CMO of Possibility Neurotechnologies
Possibility Neurotechnologies
Episode: Kids with Disabilities Using Computers With Their Minds? – Brain Computer Interface w/ Dr. Adam Kirton
Dr. Sony Singh
Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Department Head at the Ottawa Hospital
University of Ottawa
Episode: Best of DvsC: Endometriosis (with Dr. Sony Singh)
Timothy Caulfield
Misinformation expert, professor in the Faculty of Law and School of Public Health, research director at the Health Law Institute at the University of Alberta
University of Alberta
Episode: Best of DvsC: Interview with Misinformation Expert Tim Caulfield
Dr. Jason Giles
Addiction medicine specialist, author, and speaker.
Addiction Doctors
Episode: Best of DvsC: Interview with Addiction Medicine Expert Dr. Jason Giles
Dr. Mark Norris
Professor of Pediatrics and a Tier 2 Clinical Research Chair in Eating Disorders.
University of Ottawa
Episode: Episode 233: Kids Being Afraid of Food (aka ARFID) w/ Dr. Mark Norris
Rob Baker
An award-winning actor, improviser, and director
Second City
Episode: Episode 226: Improv Comedy (with Rob Baker and Jan Caruana)
Jan Caruana
A multiple Canadian Comedy Award winner and Dora Award recipient
Second City and CBC
Episode: Episode 226: Improv Comedy (with Rob Baker and Jan Caruana)
Dr. Danyaal Raza
Family doctor and primary care and health policy scholar.
St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto
Episode: Episode 215: Family medicine, private clinics…and Saturday morning cartoons? (w/ Dr. Danyaal Raza)
Dr. Daphne Korczak
SickKids Chair in Child and Youth Medical Psychiatry
SickKids Research Institute
Episode: Episode 208: A Discussion on Suicide (w Dr. Daphne Korczak)

Hosts

Dr. Asif Doja
Host and pediatric neurologist; analyzes medical topics with clarity and warmth.
Ali Hassan
Co-host; stand-up comedian and actor who brings humor to medical and cultural topics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 166 ratings
  • Enjoyable easy listening

    This is one of the few non true crime podcasts that I follow. I love the banter. I feel the urge to jump into the conversation as I listen ( wait that won’t work ). Variety of topics made very approachable . This week I wanted to say ‘see Godzilla minus one ‘ as they did did the best movies of 2023 …

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mammapyjamma
    Canada2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Funny and insightful. Podcast offers great health and wellness info spiced up with laughter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pedja”s
    Canada3 years ago
  • Medicine and Humour… great balance

    I love listening to Doctor vs Comedian. Their conversations are always entertaining and I love learning about different medical topics from a very reliable source.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caretreff
    Canada4 years ago
  • Fun and informative listen.

    I enjoy the Canadian perspectives. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    littlelhotse
    Canada4 years ago
  • They’ve got “the jam”

    I count on Asif and Ali to lift me out of the doldrums of daily routines and into the roaring debates of culture and medicine. Long may you run :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joel Harden
    Canada4 years ago

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Kids with Disabilities Using Computers With Their Minds? – Brain Computer Interface w/ Dr. Adam Kirton
Q: What are the long-term goals for pediatric BCI development?
A two-pronged roadmap: (1) broad, simple BCI applications for more children, and (2) the eventual implantation-based BCIs that can translate thought-to-speech and other high-level functions for young people with CP, with international collaboration and milestones over the next five years.
Kids with Disabilities Using Computers With Their Minds? – Brain Computer Interface w/ Dr. Adam Kirton
Q: What has been the reaction from families and patients who participate in the program?
Families are central to the project; they've driven adoption by insisting the technology be insurer-funded or affordable, sharing powerful stories of kids who can finally participate in activities they love, which keeps the team motivated.
Kids with Disabilities Using Computers With Their Minds? – Brain Computer Interface w/ Dr. Adam Kirton
Q: Is this technology readily available or is it confined to a few places right now, and what does scaling look like in the near term?
It's still limited to a handful of sites, mainly Calgary and a few partners elsewhere in Canada, but there is a clear five-year plan to get simple BCIs to more kids who could benefit, plus a path to implantable BCIs for cerebral palsy as the field matures.
Best of DvsC: Period Pain (w/ Kate Downey)
Q: What would happen to someone over time if they don't treat endometriosis?
If left untreated, symptoms can worsen, leading to chronic pain and severe complications.
Best of DvsC: Period Pain (w/ Kate Downey)
Q: How is it diagnosed?
Diagnosis is done primarily through patient history and physical exam, followed by imaging techniques.

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What is Doctor Vs Comedian about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A witty duo blends medical knowledge with comedy, tackling a wide range of health, science, and culture topics through lighthearted banter and accessible explanations. One host is a pediatric neurologist, the other a stand-up comedian; together they switch roles each episode, with the doctor demystifying medical topics and the comedian exploring pop culture, entertainment, and lifestyle subjects. Across episodes, listeners get a mix of evidence-based context, practical health insights, and playful debates, all delivered with Canadian sensibility and genuine rapport. The show stands out for its approachable medicine-meets-entertainment format, its frequent cross-talk between expertise areas, and a loyal fan base that values both informative ... more

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2. Dr. Sony Singh
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