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What does exercise do to your brain? Can psychedelics treat depression? From smart daily habits to new medical breakthroughs, welcome to TED Health, with host Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider. TED speakers answer questions you never even knew you had, and share ideas you won't hear anywhere else, all around how we can live healthier lives.

Follow Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider on Instagram at @shoshanamd and Li... more

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When has healthcare advice become so complicated? And how should we be thinking about long-term wellness? Zeke Emanuel is an oncologist and bioethnicist whose latest book, Eat Your Ice Cream, might sound paradoxical against modern health trends and w... more

From Grey’s Anatomy to The Pitt, medical tv shows depict TV deaths and illnesses all the time, but they’re rarely explored in depth. In this episode from the 2025 End Well Summit, Shoshana is in conversation with Tembi Locke, executive producer of Fr... more

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Michael McCullough
Psychologist, UC San Diego professor, pioneer in forgiveness research
University of California, San Diego
Episode: The psychology of forgiveness with Michael McCullough | from WorkLife with Adam Grant
Ezekiel Emanuel
Oncologist and bioethicist, author of Eat Your Ice Cream
University of Pennsylvania; author
Episode: The secrets to aging well with Zeke Emanuel
Katherine LaNasa
Emmy-winning actress who plays Dana on The Pitt
The Pitt
Episode: What medical dramas get right about dying with Katherine LaNasa, Tembi Locke, and Nikki Boyer
Nikki Boyer
Creator of Dying for Sex
Dying for Sex (FX/Hulu)
Episode: What medical dramas get right about dying with Katherine LaNasa, Tembi Locke, and Nikki Boyer
Tembi Locke
Actress, author, and executive producer of From Scratch
From Scratch
Episode: What medical dramas get right about dying with Katherine LaNasa, Tembi Locke, and Nikki Boyer
Yohanis Riek
Physician and social entrepreneur, founder of YoCare South Sudan
YoCare South Sudan
Episode: The doctor on a mission to build a healthier South Sudan with Yohanis Riek | from TED Talks Daily
Emma Bryce
TED Ed lesson creator
TED Ed
Episode: A future without food poisoning? with Emma Bryce and Nicola Twilley
Nicola Twilley
Food writer, author
TED Countdown Summit
Episode: A future without food poisoning? with Emma Bryce and Nicola Twilley
Dr. Linda Chelico
TEDx University of Saskatchewan speaker, biochemist focusing on DNA damage and repair
University of Saskatchewan
Episode: How our changing DNA keeps us alive | Linda Chelico

Host

Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider
Host discussing topics surrounding health, wellness, and parenting with expert guests, aiming to provide listeners with knowledge that fosters healthier lives.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 2.8k ratings
  • 听不了

    听不了

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SarahW_0130
    China5 months ago
  • @ecobub_breastfeeding

    Really enjoyed/learned a lot from the episode with mark cuban and just shared it with a friend who is doing a sub stack called ‘care-full’ on the aged care system in Australia! Love the practical attitude that cuts through the bureaucracy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ecobub_breastfeeding
    Australia6 months ago
  • End the music

    Please please PLEASE no one is listening to TED Health to hear annoying jazz playing in the background. Why do podcasts think they need music played while someone is speaking? It’s SO annoying I cannot listen to podcasts I’m interested in.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Lucy77l
    United States7 months ago
  • great facts assailed hy ads

    Great sound and sound research; felt besieged by ads.

    Instills instant contempt and disinterest in this listener.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    JordanAMontreal
    Canadaa year ago
  • 啥问题

    不是,我为啥听不了?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shirley0079
    Chinaa year ago

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A balance of voices often provides a welcome diversity of perspectives, though some suggest that the podcast could focus more on health-specific topics.
Many appreciate the in-depth conversations and educational content related to health and wellness.
Some listeners express frustration with the integration of ads, impacting their overall experience.

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#129
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#58
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#47
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#171
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#178
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#15
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Talking Points

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The doctor on a mission to build a healthier South Sudan with Yohanis Riek | from TED Talks Daily
Q: What does YoCare aim to achieve in South Sudan's healthcare landscape today?
YoCare focuses on primary and maternal/child health, building local health capacity and community ownership to ensure services continue even when external funding fluctuates.
Interview: 3 reasons why medications are so expensive in the US | Kiah Williams
Q: What one policy change would you fix first to improve the system?
Dr. Lalani advocates realigning the patent system to reward transformative innovation and unlock competition, with examples like Humira showing how patent strategy can extend market protection and raise costs.
Interview: 3 reasons why medications are so expensive in the US | Kiah Williams
Q: What are the practical options for patients who cannot afford their medications?
The episode outlines strategies from copayment cards for brand-name drugs, public assistance programs, and patient assistance programs for uninsured or underinsured individuals, as well as options like pharmacy coupons and direct-to-consumer pharmacies for generics.
Interview: 3 reasons why medications are so expensive in the US | Kiah Williams
Q: Can you please tell us how you got interested in this work?
Dr. Lalani shares personal experiences with his grandmother that sparked a lifelong focus on prescription drugs, their benefits, and the harms when affordability is lacking, which frames the discussion about pricing and access.
Interview: The future of gene sequencing with Dr. Eric Green
Q: What is genomics in plain English and how is it different from genetics?
Genomics looks at the entire genome and how all the parts work together, while genetics focuses on inheritance and how traits pass from one generation to the next; the two are overlapping but distinguishable in scope and emphasis.

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What is TED Health about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Examining a range of health-related topics, the podcast explores groundbreaking medical advancements, daily health habits, and emerging scientific discoveries. It features expert speakers discussing subjects such as mental health, nutrition, and the physiological impact of exercise, while also offering insights into complex issues like childhood development and societal influences on health. The engaging dialogues often challenge conventional beliefs regarding health and wellness, aiming to empower listeners with practical knowledge that promotes healthier living. A notable emphasis on the intersection of science and everyday life makes the content both accessible and enlightening for a diverse audience seeking to improve their understandin... more

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1. Michael McCullough
2. Ezekiel Emanuel
3. Katherine LaNasa
4. Nikki Boyer
5. Tembi Locke
6. Yohanis Riek
7. Emma Bryce
8. Nicola Twilley

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