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The House of Pod

Kaveh MD
Public Health
Mental Health
Covid-19
RFK Jr.
Vaccination
Wellness Industry
Trauma
CDC
Gastroenterology
Andrew Huberman
Gaza
Vaccines
Measles
Iran
Supplements
Survivor
Misinformation
Body Horror
Medical Ethics
Wildfires

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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Latest Episodes

In this special episode, Dr. Kaveh Hoda is joined by guests Rebecca Watson (Skepchick) and Dr. Will Flannery (Dr. Glaucomflecken, ophthalmologist & comedian) to do what the film never asked for: a serious medical review of every injury inflicted on t... more

RFK Jr. has set his sights on antidepressants — and we're not stoked about it. In this episode, Kaveh is joined by Dr. Tyler Black, psychiatrist and suicidologist, and Melody Schreiber, award-winning healthcare journalist, to break down the federal p... more

Iran is one of the most important stories in the world right now — and one of the most distorted. Kaveh brings on AFP journalist Mariam Ishani Thompson, who reports from the only global news agency with a permanent bureau inside Iran, alongside retur... more

A mysterious illness strikes passengers aboard a cruise ship off the coast of Cape Verde — and it's not the norovirus you'd expect. In this episode, Dr. Kaveh Hoda is joined by guest cohost Allen Liu and infectious disease physician and global health... more

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Recent Guests

Tyler Black
Psychiatrist, suicidologist
Independent/Medical practice
Episode: Deprescribing & Reparenting: Behind RFK Jr.'s Mental Health Agenda
Arghavan Salis
Surgeon, writer, AFP correspondent
Agence France-Presse (AFP)
Episode: The Gulf: The Misinformation War in Iran
Mariam Ishani Thompson
Journalist and filmmaker focused on war and reconciliation
Independent journalist/filmmaker
Episode: The Gulf: The Misinformation War in Iran
Krutika Kuppalli
Infectious disease doctor; global health expert
World Health Organization; Stat News writer
Episode: Hantavirus: What You Need to Know
Stacey Felice
San Diego-based certified yoga therapist, meditation teacher focusing on therapeutic yoga and women's health
Private practice / yoga therapy
Episode: Endometriosis: The Great Masquerader
Camran Nezhat
Pioneer of minimally invasive and robotic surgery; Endometriosis expert
Camran Nezhat Institute / UCSF
Episode: Endometriosis: The Great Masquerader
Miranda Yaver
Health policy researcher and author of Coverage Denied
University of Pittsburgh
Episode: Coverage Denied: How Insurers Drive Inequality
Seth Trueger
Emergency physician and health policy commentator
Episode: Coverage Denied: How Insurers Drive Inequality
Angela Rasmussen
Virologist
Episode: Is the HHS Still a Dumpster Fire?

Hosts

Dr. Kaveh Hoda
Physician and longtime podcaster; host and frequent guest on medical and policy topics
Kaveh Taherian
Comic illustrator and guest with Iranian history/current events perspective

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 572 ratings
  • Hunta Virus…

    Thanks for all the info. Except for when the guest called Korea “Southeast Asia” because that is inaccurate and very annoying to me (I’m of South Korean descent)

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Joheepc
    United States25 days ago
  • Rheumatology 101

    Very helpful and informative. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nihilistic Punchline
    United States2 months ago
  • big fan!

    i’m an IM resident pursuing GI, and i love this podcast! it has everything i could want - GI, funny people, music, hot sauce, san francisco, discussion with experts on critical and relevant issues. i laugh and learn whenever i listen. thank you kaveh for making this - you are an inspiration!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    666soap
    United States2 months ago
  • Mixed Bag

    i recently subscribed to the house of pod after enjoying the host on BTB. I was bingeing episodes from the past and got to the PTSD episode. One of the guest hosts starts to talk about how traumatic it was for him to be punished and shunned by his community for various misconduct and bullying that was brought to light during me too. Honestly I was shocked that this person is being platformed on a PTSD episode. What about his victims? His behavior was caught but I’m sure he has a long continuous ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    cardamom-cat
    United States2 months ago
  • Never talks down.

    This is the only “medical” show I listen to. Easy to listen to and learn from. Outside of pleading for us to drink coffee and use Lucky Dog Hot sauce, I have yet to hear Dr Kaveh shill anything. I have learned three things that I should maybe bring up to my OB/gyn and therapist to see if that might be something that could help me. I only feel MORE comfortable with the quality of care I receive from my providers thanks to this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Manders11/5
    United States3 months ago

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The show is frequently recommended for medical professionals and laypeople seeking reliable health context.
Listeners praise accessibility of medical topics and the host's warmth and humor.
Guests are described as credible, insightful, and well-prepared.

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

Apple Podcasts
#152
United States/Science
Apple Podcasts
#200
Australia/Science
Apple Podcasts
#38
New Zealand/Science
Apple Podcasts
#88
Finland/Science
Apple Podcasts
#200
Norway/Science

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Gulf: The Misinformation War in Iran
Q: What has been the biggest challenge in reporting on Iran from outside the country?
The biggest challenge is getting reliable, verifiable information when access is restricted, coupled with a deep gap between on-the-ground realities and the way they are presented by major outlets and political actors; so the approach is to report what can be proven with multiple sources and triple-check facts.
Is the HHS Still a Dumpster Fire?
Q: What are the concerns around the CDC director nomination and the administration's handling of public health leadership?
Angie and Beth express cautious optimism about the qualified background of the nominee but emphasize that real public health impact depends on independence from political pressures and ongoing commitment to evidence-based practice.
Rheumatology 101: Arthritis, Autoimmune disease and Detective Work
Q: How do doctors diagnose RA if blood tests are negative?
Even if RF and CCP antibodies are negative (seronegative), doctors rely on inflammatory markers, clinical examination of joints, morning stiffness, and imaging, with ultrasound increasingly used to detect synovitis and inflammation when X-rays are inconclusive.
Rheumatology 101: Arthritis, Autoimmune disease and Detective Work
Q: What is rheumatoid arthritis and how does it differ from osteoarthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory autoimmune disease that starts in the joints but can affect the whole body, whereas osteoarthritis is primarily wear-and-tear joint degeneration. RA often involves systemic features and requires checking specific antibodies and inflammatory markers, using imaging and sometimes ultrasound for diagnosis, with treatment focusing on immune modulation.
Patterns of Thought: A Mental Health Conversation
Q: How do you start recognizing maladaptive patterns after a suicidal episode?
Begin with awareness through journaling, talking with clinicians or friends, and tracking behaviors to identify recurring patterns that lead to distress, then introduce small, manageable changes.

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A science-forward, humor-tinged medical show led by a physician host who blends clinical insight with accessible banter. Guests range from infectious disease experts and surgeons to science communicators, policymakers, and pop culture figures, creating a balance of rigorous context and relatable storytelling. Episodes frequently cover public health topics, medical controversies, and health policy, often with a focus on patient advocacy, education, and debunking misinformation. Notable strengths include clear explanations of complex medical issues, guest diversity, and a consistent vibe that makes medical topics approachable without sacrificing depth. The show also leans into timely debates in health policy and public health, and regularly f... more

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2. Arghavan Salis
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