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The House of Pod

Kaveh MD
DHDDS
Glossophobia
Rare Diseases
Public Speaking
Mental Health
Portugal. the Man
Genetic Testing
Enlorem
Anxiety
Fungal Infections
Public Health
Psychosocial Health Support
Medical Infrastructure
Mobile Clinic Network
Humanitarian Aid
Healthcare Crisis
Infectious Diseases
October 7th Events
Palestinian Medical Relief Society
Gaza

Humor-adjacent medical podcast hosted by a GI doc and friends. Putting the “fun” back in mfunedicine.

Contact us at hopquestions@gmail.com and rate and review us at iTunes!

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PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes247Founded9 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Kaveh is joined by Rebecca Watson to talk with Surgeon, Dr. Anatole Besman about his time spent volunteering at hospitals across Palestine, crossing literal and figurative borders, what he personally gained from the experience and why more doctors an... more

Kaveh is joined by Dr. Ryan Marino and Doctor turned successful Entrepreneur/Restauranteur Dr. Julian Hakim to learn how he made the decision to trade his profession for his passion and how being a medical student prepared him for the real world. An ... more

Kaveh is joined by Wei Liu and Marc Gasway to discuss the horror films that damaged them most in their youth, halloween recommended viewings for listeners and the hidden thread between the films The Substance and Weapons.

Thank you all so much for l... more

Kaveh is joined by regular cohosts Rebecca Watson, Kieran Hervold, Wei Liu, Jason Rosenbaum and Marc Gasway to celebrate 300 episodes of the House of Pod and answer listener questions while getting progressively more inebriated.

Thank you all so muc... more

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Recent Guests

Julian Hakim
Owner of The Taco Stand, former medical student and aspiring orthopedic surgeon.
The Taco Stand
Episode: Prescription: Tacos
Dr. Wei Liu
A radiologist specializing in breast imaging and a close friend of Kaveh.
Episode: The 300th Episode!
Dr. Daniel Weiner
Pediatric pulmonologist, professor of pediatrics
University of Pittsburgh
Episode: Episode 299 - Terminal Illness and Other Crowd Pleasers
Kirsten Michelle Cills
Comedian and co-host of Dying Up Here, living with cystic fibrosis
Dying Up Here
Episode: Episode 299 - Terminal Illness and Other Crowd Pleasers
Dr. Sulman Mirza
Psychiatrist and returning guest on the show
Episode: Episode 298 - Thunderbolts
Nathan Heidari
Host of the podcast Memingless, which focuses on misinformation on the Internet.
Memingless
Episode: Episode 297 - Tiny Arms, Big Protection: HBV Vaccines in Infants
Dr. Elliot Tapper
World renowned expert in hepatology.
Episode: Episode 297 - Tiny Arms, Big Protection: HBV Vaccines in Infants
Mariah Blake
Award-winning investigative journalist and author of *They Poisoned the World*
Episode: Episode 295 - Forever Chemicals
Kieran Hervold
Associate Director of Scientific Computation at ElegantBio
ElegantBio
Episode: Episode 294 - Is This Thing Mitochondrion?

Host

Dr. Kaveh Hoda
Host and a gastroenterologist who brings humor and a critical perspective to discussions on medicine and health policy, often engaging with guests from various fields to explore complex topics in an accessible way.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 511 ratings
  • Keep up the great work

    Navigating the internet for credible health information can be like navigating a minefield in clown shoes so it’s appreciated that this podcast exists.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Keylor107
    United States2 months ago
  • Great host

    Just wants to have the right information get out there and has fun while doing it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Impact Factor
    United States2 months ago
  • So neat so fun so cool!

    I love how this show mixes super interesting topics with commentary on the current health and wellness industry that is, let’s face it, the modern day snake oil salesman yassified online. For example, always felt weird about figures like Huberman but didn’t have the scientific understanding to validate that feeling until house of pod did it for me! I love that this podcast gives me a place to learn about health and science from people who my gut tells me I can trust. Thank you Kaveh!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Phoebeeeees
    United States2 months ago
  • Only podcast I listen to

    Hands down the best thing to dissociate to while getting a tattoo. House of Pod has gotten me through many many hours of tattooing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mq909
    United States3 months ago
  • Hi Kaveh!

    Every episode you say you read these, so just saying hello first before I tear you to shreds in this review.

    As someone who works in health policy it’s so great to see a provider of care like you bring policy people in to talk about issues in health care. Your honesty about not knowing about certain policy issues or payor intricacies and speaking to the practical aspects of being a practitioner in those gaps and having experts fill those gaps in conversation is great! You’ve also really grown a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Moogman2268
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the informative and humorous approach to complex medical discussions.
Some criticize specific episodes for accuracy, indicating that while the discussions are generally well-received, there are areas for improvement.
The show provides relatable content that makes medical knowledge accessible to everyone.
The blend of expert opinions and light banter keeps audiences engaged and entertained.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#250
United Kingdom/Science
Apple Podcasts
#193
Italy/Science
Apple Podcasts
#227
New Zealand/Science

Talking Points

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Episode 299 - Terminal Illness and Other Crowd Pleasers
Q: Kirsten, how do you make the decision to wear oxygen when performing?
She clarifies that wearing oxygen is a medical decision based on her health status, not a stylistic choice.
Episode 299 - Terminal Illness and Other Crowd Pleasers
Q: What is the daily management of cystic fibrosis like for you?
Kirsten explains that it varies significantly depending on her health status, detailing her treatments and what she goes through during sick periods.
Episode 294 - Is This Thing Mitochondrion?
Q: Does any of them present physically in any way in which you'd see some walking?
It was asserted that there are no visual indicators for mitochondrial maladies that RFK Jr. claimed to discern in children.
Episode 294 - Is This Thing Mitochondrion?
Q: What do you know about the endosymbiotic theory?
Kieran explains that it posits mitochondria resemble prokaryotic cells and have their own circular DNA, highlighting their unique evolutionary history.
Episode 294 - Is This Thing Mitochondrion?
Q: So Kieran, what's your background in the mitochondria?
Kieran has a substantial scientific background and knowledge about mitochondria, indicating that it's a significant focus in his work.

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What is The House of Pod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The episodes predominantly feature discussions on the intersection of medicine, health policy, and social issues, exploring topics such as public health misinformation, the nuances surrounding nutrition, and the complexities of various healthcare policies. The host, alongside expert guests, brings humor to serious subjects by analyzing the science with a critical yet accessible lens, often highlighting current events and societal impacts. Unique discussions range from conversations about gun violence and pediatric mortality to engaging critiques of food safety and social engineering scams, effectively blending educational content with light-hearted banter.

The podcast stands out for its commitment to making medical knowledge relatable and ... more

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