Health Wanted
WABEHealth Wanted brings you each week’s need-to-know public health headlines and breaks down the science behind trending topics. Host Laurel Bristow, MSc, draws on her experience as an infectious disease researcher and epidemiologist to cover everything from Ozempic to the ozone, interviewing experts and answering your questions, all in pursuit of better health.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 86 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceHealth & Fitness | |||
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- Nutritious AND Delicious!
I’m hooked! Laurel is so talented, making any topic interesting with her amazing sense of humor. The zombie episode was fascinating!
Apple Podcasts5Esa307
United States4 months ago - You do want this
Laurel Bristow is one of the coolest nerds I know. Her casual yet authoritative style is fun to listen to. I enjoy the humor. I always learned something. great show!
Apple Podcasts5KnitpamUnited Statesa year ago - Fun podcast
It’s perfect for people that like learning about men medicine in best parts is, where do you have to talk about the gross stuff that’s my favorite part
Apple Podcasts5B.b.b.b.vUnited Statesa year ago - Consequential and Comical
Informative, funny, disarming and easy to digest. Being the ball of anxiety I am, I REALLY appreciate Laurel’s brand of expertise with a side of humor. She really breaks things down in a way that anyone can understand AND not lose their minds over. I think this pod is going to be incredibly important and we move through a new normal where our government is attempts to replace and silence public health experts.
Apple Podcasts5Audible GleamUnited Statesa year ago Guests be Sus - I have been a fan of (and following) Laurel since the pre-pandi days when she was known as KingGutterBaby. She's whip smart + absolutely on it - I still believe she is all of that.
My issue is with the guests - blatently incorrect information should be edited out. The guest on the most recent episode (re: supplements + wellness), proported a specific MD to be a grifter, when that is wholly false.
I tried to contact the show to no avail. Subscribe at your own risk. :(
Podcast Addict4a year agosoverystacy
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Apple Podcasts | #234 |  Canada/Science |
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Focused on delivering key public health updates and insights into trending topics, this show combines science and storytelling to facilitate understanding of complex health issues. Each episode, hosted by an experienced epidemiologist, features discussions on a variety of subjects, ranging from nutritional trends to environmental health, while highlighting expert opinions and evidence-based research. The host takes a relatable approach to the information, making serious topics accessible and engaging for listeners seeking to improve their health knowledge and stay informed about the current landscape of public health.
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Recent guests on Health Wanted include:
1. Katie Peeler
2. Dr. Chris Nowinski
3. Dr. Deb Howrie
4. Dr. Kimber Stanhope
5. Christopher Gardner
6. Natalie Lira
7. Dr. Stephen Lin
8. Timothy Jorgensen
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