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My Allergist Dad

My Allergist Dad
Allergies
Asthma
Gut Microbiome
Food Allergies
Dust Mites
Alpha Gal Syndrome
Stress
Immune System
Hives
Sublingual Immunotherapy
Peanut Allergy
Pollen Allergies
Bone Health
Angioedema
Inflammation
Bee Venom
Chronic Cough
Gluten Sensitivity
Seasonal Allergies
Bondia

My Allergist Dad is the show where comedian Drew Zwetchkenbaum teams up with his real-life father - board-certified allergist and immunologist Dr. Z - to break down the mysteries of allergies . Every week they answer real questions from listeners and from Dr. Z’s own patients, mixing expert answers with father–son banter, jokes, and the occasional family story. New episodes every Monday!

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FARE criticized the show Not Suitable for Work for portraying a character repeatedly eating shellfish despite an allergy and self-injecting epinephrine, then going to the ER for “adrenaline poisoning,” prompting Drew and Dr. Z to discuss how allergie... more

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Drew and Dr. Z discuss Alpha-gal syndrome, a tick-bite–associated allergy to non-primate mammal products that can cause delayed reactions, including hives, throat tightness, GI symptoms like diarrhea, and even anaphylaxis hours after eating. They exp... more

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In this follow-up episode of My Allergist Dad, Drew and Dr. Z welcome back Abby to share updates on her infant son Joey’s progress with eczema and multiple allergies. Abby describes Joey’s early severe atopic dermatitis, egg-triggered hives, positive... more

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Drew and Dr. Z are joined by Dr. Elnaz Firoz, Medical Director of Dermatology at The Miriam Hospital and founder of the Skin of Color Clinic, to discuss the major overlap between dermatology and allergy and why fragmented, multi-specialist care can d... more

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In this episode of My Allergist Dad, Drew and Dr. Z welcome gastroenterologist Dr. Alan Epstein to discuss gut health and its relationship to overall health, focusing on eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) and why it has become more common since the 2000s... more

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This episode of My Allergist Dad explores how mental stress can affect the body, immune system, and allergies. Drew and Dr. Z are joined by Santa Monica psychiatrist Dr. Bryson Lochte, who discusses treating root causes rather than only symptoms, inc... more

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On this episode of My Allergist Dad, Drew and Dr. Z talk with Dr. Jonathan Friedlander, Chief Business Officer at Atanis Biotech about FAST-PASE®, a diagnostic test that uses a stable, functional engineered mast cell line to measure whether a patient... more

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Drew and Dr. Z answer a listener question about a nine-year-old with severe seasonal oral allergy syndrome, explaining cross-reactivity between pollens (often birch) and raw fruits, vegetables, and nuts, how cooking can denature allergens, and how im... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Elnaz Firoz
Medical Director of Dermatology at The Miriam Hospital; runs the Skin of Color Clinic
The Miriam Hospital
Episode: Allergy & Dermatology Overlap: Hives, Dermatitis, and The Skin of Color Clinic w/ Dr. Elnaz Firoz
Dr. Alan Epstein
Gastroenterologist; director of gastroenterology at Roger Williams Medical Center for 32 years
Open Door Health; GI Strategy at GIST MD
Episode: Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE), Food Triggers, and the Gut–Immune Connection (with Dr. Alan Epstein)
Bryson Lochte
Psychiatrist with focus on complete treatment and behavioral interventions
Private practice, Santa Monica; Dartmouth College alumnus; UC San Diego School of Medicine
Episode: How Stress Impacts Allergies, Hives & Your Immune System (with Psychiatrist Dr. Bryson Lochte)
Jonathan Friedlander
Chief Business Officer at Atanis Biotech
Atanis Biotech
Episode: New Food Allergy Test That Predicts Accurate Reactions w/ Dr. Jonathan Friedlander of Atanis Biotech
James White
Healthcare innovation leader with KBMO Diagnostics
KBMO Diagnostics
Episode: Food Sensitivity Testing Explained (Inflammation and “Leaky Gut”) | My Allergist Dad
Dr. Tapp
Board-certified veterinarian and animal dermatologist
Rhode Island veterinary dermatology
Episode: Do Pets Get Allergies? A Vet Dermatologist Explains Itchy Dogs, Food Trials & Immunotherapy | My Allergist Dad
Mark Charbonneau
Biotech R&D leader, microbiologist, VP of R&D at Solaria Bio
Solaria Bio
Episode: Can You Fix Your Gut Microbiome? w/ Dr. Mark Charbonneau on Probiotics, Inflammation, and Allergies
Kimberly Zwetchkenbaum
Dr. Z's wife and mother featured as a guest sharing parental perspective on raising kids with allergies
Family guest
Episode: What It’s REALLY Like Raising a Kid With Allergies (From Moms Who Lived It)
Abby Z. Gibson
Drew's sister sharing her experiences as a family member exposed to allergy management
Family guest
Episode: What It’s REALLY Like Raising a Kid With Allergies (From Moms Who Lived It)

Hosts

Drew Zwetchkenbaum
Host of the show; comedian and son of the regular allergist, Dr. Z
Dr. Z
Co-host; board-certified allergist and immunologist in Rhode Island

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The 7-Year Allergy Itch: Can You Outgrow your Allergies?
Q: Is it possible to naturally outgrow allergies without treatment?
Yes. Allergies can go into remission as the immune system becomes more tolerant, especially during adolescence and with hormonal changes, though expression can vary and not everyone fully outgrows them.
The 7-Year Allergy Itch: Can You Outgrow your Allergies?
Q: Is it true that allergies can change every seven years?
Technically, yes, but that seven-year figure is arbitrary; allergies can change at any point as the immune system and environment evolve, and people can move in and out of sensitivity or remission.
Food Allergies vs Seasonal Allergies: Why Raw Apples Make Your Mouth Itchy
Q: Are adult-onset allergies harder to treat than childhood onset?
They can be more challenging when hormones and non-classic environmental triggers are involved, making standard desensitization less straightforward and requiring a broader, symptom-tolerant approach.
Food Allergies vs Seasonal Allergies: Why Raw Apples Make Your Mouth Itchy
Q: Why might someone develop allergies later in life?
Multiple interacting factors shift immune tolerance, including microbiome balance, diet, stress, sleep, hormonal changes, and environmental exposures, which can collectively trigger new allergic responses.
Can You Become Allergic to Your Own Dog? (Losing Pet Tolerance Explained)
Q: Dear Dr. Z and Drew, I am a college professor and had a discussion recently with a student about her allergy to dogs. She grew up with dogs and didn't remember allergies until college; is it true that a person can lose their immunity that quickly, and how long might it take to get it back?
The episode explains that 'immunity' is not simply turned on or off; what changes is the body's reactivity or threshold. People can become semi-desensitized to a pet with ongoing exposure, but re-exposure after a break can reignite symptoms. Recovery of a desensitized state may require time, exposure management, and possibly immunotherapy to rebuild a stable tolerance. Preparation before exposure (premedication) and longer-term strategies like sublingual immunotherapy are discussed as ways to regain control over symptoms.

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A lighthearted, family-driven show that explains allergies and related health topics through a father–son dynamic. Each episode blends practical medical explanations from a board-certified allergist with relatable, everyday life stories, listener questions, and patient experiences. Expect approachable discussions on food allergies, eczema, hives, pollen, gut-immune connections, pet and venom allergies, and emerging diagnostics, often peppered with personal anecdotes and humor. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on practical management, safety, and real-world caregiving insights for families navigating allergic conditions, sometimes featuring guest experts to deepen the clinical perspective.

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1. Dr. Elnaz Firoz
2. Dr. Alan Epstein
3. Bryson Lochte
4. Jonathan Friedlander
5. James White
6. Dr. Tapp
7. Mark Charbonneau
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