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The Checkup with Doctor Mike

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Covid-19
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Vaccines
Obesity
Anxiety
Public Health
Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Sexual Health
Preventive Health Care
Transgender Healthcare
Generation Z
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Long Covid
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Ultra-Processed Foods
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In The Checkup, board-certified family medicine physician, Dr. Mike, interviews the biggest names in Hollywood, Washington, sports, music, digital, and everywhere else about their physical, mental, and emotional health, so we can all learn to live happy and healthy together. Watch full video episodes: go.doctormikemedia.com/youtube/playlist/CheckupPodcastPlaylist IG: go.doctormikem... more

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Dr. Majid Fotuhi
World-renowned neurologist and adjunct professor at Johns Hopkins
Johns Hopkins University / The Invincible Brain
Episode: How To Strengthen Your Brain As You Age | Dr. Majid Fotuhi
Jonathan Haidt
World-renowned social scientist focusing on children, media, and technology
New York University (Professor of Ethics and Culture) / Author
Episode: An Honest Conversation About Looksmaxxing | Jonathan Haidt
Jason Patton
Fire Department Chronicles; firefighter with YouTube presence
Fire Department Chronicles / YouTube
Episode: The Harsh Reality Of Being A Firefighter | Fire Department Chronicles
Ali Mattu
Clinical psychologist from the Bay Area who defends Gen Z against unfair criticism
Independent (psychology/education)
Episode: A Brutally Honest Conversation About Gen Z | Dr. Ali Mattu
Pete Buttigieg
Former presidential candidate and Secretary of Transportation
U.S. Department of Transportation (former)
Episode: Pitching Pete Buttigieg My New Healthcare Plan
Jesse Eisenberg
Hollywood actor who donated a kidney
Actor
Episode: Why Jesse Eisenberg Donated His Kidney
Dr. Robert Montgomery
Director of NYU Langone Transplant Institute
NYU Langone
Episode: Why Jesse Eisenberg Donated His Kidney
Becky Smethurst
Astrophysicist at Oxford University
Oxford University
Episode: Should You Be Scared Of A Black Hole? | Dr. Becky Smethurst
Will Flanary
Ophthalmologist and medical influencer known as Dr. Glaucomflecken
Glaucomflecken
Episode: What Every Medical Influencer Is Getting Wrong | Dr. Glaucomflecken (Will Flanary)

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Dr. Mike
Host and Executive Producer of the show

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 7.1k ratings
  • The best medical podcast

    I am a silent listener…I normally don’t do reviews but this one did need a review. I have learned so much about medical information and odds and ends from this podcast I’m looking to go into the medical field in the future

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ava—Mai Fre
    United Statesa month ago
  • Mayor Pete & Dr. Mike make for a great interview

    Always a pleasure to listen to these intelligent , articulate gentlemen. And I appreciate how they keep it real while maintaining hope and optimism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cer 10
    United States3 months ago
  • Love it but Ads

    The interviews are pretty great I would have gave it 5 stars but the ads. Mike please remove them

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Daniil Barkouski
    United States3 months ago
  • Lots of additional info overrides the topic of the episode

    Love most of the content, but sometimes the topic noted gets lost in so much other content. The episode w/Dr. Mike Israetel about the dark side of steroids went on for 1.5 hrs and finally the steroid part that I tuned in for didn’t come in until the last 18 min of the 2 hour episode. Ain’t no one got time for that.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    LVAngTay
    United States3 months ago
  • Dr Amen

    Thank you very much, Dr. Mike. It was such an interesting discussion with Dr. Aman that my jaw dropped. God bless you, my baby.

    I have never seen such a potent case for randomized control trial of everything in my life as a researcher in the healthcare field for the last 45 years.

    I wish you well. God bless you.

    Jay Singh M.D, Ph. D.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    God.Jay
    United States3 months ago

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How To Strengthen Your Brain As You Age | Dr. Majid Fotuhi
Q: What got you interested in studying the brain in the first place?
A childhood story about a girl who used her toes to do things because she was born without arms, which showed him the brain's power and potential to change and adapt, fueling a lifelong curiosity about neurology.
Why Jesse Eisenberg Donated His Kidney
Q: Why is there such a strong emphasis on the kitchen-table conversation before death?
Because understanding and recording the patient's wishes reduces caregiver uncertainty and helps families honor the donor's intent when medical decisions are made.
Why Jesse Eisenberg Donated His Kidney
Q: You've seen that play out?
We discuss how the process works and the safeguards around donor-recipient separation, ensuring donors are fully informed and free from coercion.
Should You Be Scared Of A Black Hole? | Dr. Becky Smethurst
Q: There are people who are like, skip the treatment that your doctor's giving you, and just live healthy, live naturally. What do you want to say to those people?
You're gambling with survival and you only hear from those who are lucky enough to benefit; the majority may not fare as well, so it's about evidence and personalized decisions rather than anecdotal wins.
Why Stanford Dismantled Her Research Program | Renee DiResta
Q: What was the initial goal of the work at Stanford, and how abruptly did that goal change with the pandemic?
The center was set up to study adversarial online behavior, not to focus on elections; the pandemic extended the scope, but the core aim remained studying how misinformation and manipulation spread online, with strategic shifts as events unfolded.

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A health-focused interview show where Dr. Mike engages a range of high-profile guests—from policymakers and scientists to medical professionals and public figures—on topics spanning healthcare policy, medical science, nutrition, mental health, and public health communication. Episodes often combine personal stories with deep dives into evidence, aiming to debunk myths, illuminate complex medical topics, and discuss system-level reforms, accessibility, and patient advocacy. The format tends to pair intimate, human moments with rigorous discussion, making it valuable for listeners who want practical health insights, clearer science, and commentary on how health intersects with society and media.

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1. Dr. Majid Fotuhi
2. Jonathan Haidt
3. Jason Patton
4. Ali Mattu
5. Pete Buttigieg
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