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Drug Story

Thomas Goetz
Testosterone
Tuberculosis
Anxiety
Insomnia
Depression
Food Allergies
TRT (testosterone Replacement Therapy)
Masculinity
Placebo Effect
Diabetes
Hypogonadism
Aging
The Virility Paradox
Johnson & Johnson
Chronic Pain
Pharmacogenomics
Lydia Pinkham
Epinephrine
Anaphylaxis
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Every episode of Drug Story uses one prescription drug to tell surprising, true tales about the business of disease and health. Hosted by award-winning science journalist Thomas Goetz, MPH, this podcast asks the big question: What happens when we use drugs to fix our big problems? www.drugstory.co

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A bonus episode! Here is a conversation that I had recently with STAT, the excellent publication about health and medicine.

If you are in the business of health and medicine, you surely know about STAT - For a decade they have been doing fantastic r... more

You may not think of fluoride as a drug, but it fits the bill: The FDA classifies fluoride as a drug, an essential nutrient to human health, and regulates its use. So yeah. It’s a drug.

Fluoride used to be boring. 75% of US water is fluoridated, and... more

This episode is all about ivermectin - which truly is a wonder drug! A veritable miracle cure.

For, ahem, river blindness. And for some other parasitic diseases, like hookworm. Mostly in animals.

But in the US, you have likely heard of ivermectin n... more

Today we’re sharing an episode of Cautionary Tales, by Tim Harford.

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Recent Guests

Dr. Chase Kleinstecker
Grand Rapids dentist involved in the fluoride study
Dentist, Grand Rapids
Episode: On fluoride and tooth decay
Dr. Esther Machen
Dentist from Idaho Falls, advocate for fluoride programs
Dentist, Idaho Falls
Episode: On fluoride and tooth decay
David Bulwer
Infectious disease physician and professor
University of Minnesota
Episode: On ivermectin and parasites (and other things)
Tim Harford
Host of Cautionary Tales, economist and writer
Tim Harford (Cautionary Tales)
Episode: On patent medicines (with Tim Harford)
Eric Topol
Cardiologist and researcher, founder/director of the Scripps Research Translational Institute
Scripps Research Translational Institute
Episode: On medicine, with Dr. Eric Topol
Dr. Andrew Crystal
Professor of Psychiatry and Neurology, sleep expert
University of California, San Francisco
Episode: On Ambien and insomnia
Dr. Antje Barveld
Chief of Pain Medicine at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, president of the American Academy of Pain Medicine
Mass General Brigham
Episode: On chronic pain
Whitney Wright
Wife of Thomas Goetz and chronic pain sufferer
Episode: On chronic pain
John Green
Writer and YouTuber known for his book 'The Fault in Our Stars' and other literary works.
YouTube
Episode: On tuberculosis (with John Green)

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Thomas Goetz
Award-winning science journalist and public health expert, renowned for his storytelling in health and medicine.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 501 ratings
  • Awesome podcast! Haven't listened to all episodes yet, but yes, make more please!!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Ren
    a month ago
  • Entertaining and educational. Great research and I love the side effect warnings at the end.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    susieq00kg
    a month ago
  • Excellent science communication

    Informative, accurate and fun! I’m keeping my fingers crossed for season 2!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Easternhouse
    Canadaa month ago
  • Terrific podcast

    I’m familiar with the drugs and SOME of the malfeasance of Big Pharma that Thomas talks about (I’m an MD), but I wasn’t aware of all the history. Fascinating information and beautifully researched. Thank you for this amazing work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fredanddudley
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent information

    As a former Pharma rep I still enjoy current and historical information re meds and stories around the industry

    Hopefully j and j and their decades of injuring and killing pts w knowledge can be discussed. Get the author of "no more tears" on the program

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B Daddy of 2
    United States2 months ago

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On medicine, with Dr. Eric Topol
Q: Okay, good. So along these lines, one of the things I was curious about was, do you have time for a couple more questions?
Yes, go ahead.
On testosterone and Low T
Q: What is considered a normal range of testosterone?
Normal range is between about 250 to 800 nanograms per deciliter and varies with age.
On Zoloft & depression
Q: What are you hoping to achieve as a result of this campaign related to depression?
We have found that there are a large number of patients who have not sought treatment; we aim to change societal attitudes toward depression and encourage those suffering to seek help.

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What is Drug Story about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content revolves around prescription drugs, exploring their historical contexts, societal implications, and the personal stories surrounding their use. Through a combination of individual narratives and expert insights, episodes tackle the complexities of various medications, including their benefits and potential drawbacks. This unique storytelling approach vividly illustrates how these medications impact individuals' lives and the wider health landscape, making it a compelling listen for those interested in medicine, public health, and societal issues related to pharmaceuticals. Each episode provides a well-researched and balanced view that encourages listeners to think critically about the drugs we use and their roles in addressing h... more

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1. Dr. Chase Kleinstecker
2. Dr. Esther Machen
3. David Bulwer
4. Tim Harford
5. Eric Topol
6. Dr. Andrew Crystal
7. Dr. Antje Barveld
8. Whitney Wright

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