The House of Pod

Dr. Kaveh Hoda and guest cohost Kieran Hervold welcome investigative journalist Rachel Frazin, author of "Poisoning The Well," to discuss PFAS (forever chemicals) - the toxic compounds found in 97% of Americans' bloodstreams. Rachel reveals shocking details from internal corporate documents showing chemical companies knew about health risks as early as 1965, yet continued production for decades. The conversation explores how companies like DuPont attempted to dodge liability through corporate spinoffs, why these chemicals are so difficult to remove from our environment, and what's currently being done at the governmental level to regulate PFAS exposure. Find me at TikTok @thehouseofpod or email me at [email protected] unless you're really upset about this episode. then maybe wait a couple of days first and then email me.And most importantly: Share with your firiends! Rate and review us at iTunes! Help the show grow! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/id1225096382 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After years of listener requests, Dr. Kaveh Hoda finally tackles the topic everyone wants to hear about: poop. Joined by comedian Turner Sparks, this episode dives into the science of bowel movements, why fiber is the unsung hero of digestive health, and whether the Squatty Potty lives up to the hype.From the physiology of pooping (featuring the star of the show: the puborectalis muscle) to squatting toilets in China, fiber maxing trends, and why Americans desperately need more vegetables in their diets—this conversation covers it all. Plus: Turner shares bathroom horror stories from his 12 years living in China, and Kaveh explains why he's trying to put himself out of business by getting you to eat more fiber.Find me at TikTok @thehouseofpod or email me at [email protected] unless you're really upset about this episode. then maybe wait a couple of days first and then email me.And most importantly: Share with your firiends! Rate and review us at iTunes! Help the show grow! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/id1225096382 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by Journalist Melody Screiber and Dr. Terry Simpson to discuss recent reporting on the instability inside America's public health infrastructure. From the chaos surrounding ACIP and vaccines to the political hype behind the medication Leucovorin to how racism is impacting everyone's health in ways you might not have expected.Find me at TikTok @thehouseofpod or email me at [email protected] unless you're really upset about this episode. then maybe wait a couple of days first and then email me.And most importantly: Share with your firiends! Rate and review us at iTunes! Help the show grow! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/id1225096382 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Kaveh Hoda sits down with child psychiatrist Dr. Chase Anderson and comedian Butch Escobar for an honest conversation about moving forward from suicidal ideation, breaking negative thought patterns, and finding joy in recovery. They discuss remission, triggers, therapy, spirituality, and how humor can be a powerful coping mechanism.Find me at TikTok @thehouseofpod or email me at [email protected] unless you're really upset about this episode. then maybe wait a couple of days first and then email me.And most importantly: Share with your firiends! Rate and review us at iTunes! Help the show grow! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/id1225096382 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A bonus episode with Survivor Super Fan Dr. Jeremy Faust and Shauhin Davari (season 48) spilling the tea on season 50 and how to get on, prepare for and win on the show Survivor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I want to share with you all a new podcast from friends of the show Dr. Arghavan Salles and Dr. Alyssa Burgart: The Present Illness. This episode is about the news in Iran and a primer on Iranian culture and food. Take a listen and find The Present Illness anywhere you get podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when presidential rhetoric becomes clinical reality? Dr. Kaveh Hoda sits down with ER physician Dr. Jeremy Faust and Survivor's Shaheen Dava to discuss Casey Means' controversial surgeon general nomination, the death of expertise in modern medicine, and Jeremy's new Lancet study showing how Trump's false autism claims immediately reduced Tylenol prescriptions for pregnant patients by 10-16%. The conversation explores why influence often beats evidence, the challenges of scientific communication, and whether maintaining dialogue with those spreading misinformation is worthwhile.Drop Your Bets Survivor Fantasy League: https://dropyourbets.comShauhin's Communication Training: https://youlouder.org Questions: [email protected]⭐ Rate & Review on iTunes - helps others discover the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Kaveh Hoda sits down with Rebecca Watson (YouTuber, writer, person named for good reasons in the Epstein files ) and Dr. Kirti Patel (OB-GYN, host of The Gynarchy Podcast) to discuss how patriarchy infiltrates women's healthcare. From red pill ideology going mainstream to why women's pain is systematically dismissed, this conversation exposes the misogyny baked into medical systems.Topics covered: • How Rebecca ended up in the Epstein files (twice!) • Red pill ideology: from Reddit fringe to US government • Virginity myths and body count obsession debunked • Why women wait longer for pain treatment in ERs • The shocking lack of pain management for IUDs • Clinical trials that excluded women until the 1990s • The legacy of slave-era medical experimentationFind me at TikTok @thehouseofpod or at [email protected] unless you're really upset about this episode. then maybe wait a couple of days first and then email me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this emergency episode, Dr. Kaveh Hoda and Dr. Arghavan Salles discuss the massive US-Israel military operation in Iran and the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. They explore what this means for the Iranian people, the complex reactions from both inside Iran and the diaspora, and the uncertain path forward. From misinformation circulating online to the infrastructure of power that remains intact, they offer Iranian perspectives often missing from mainstream coverage—while acknowledging the diversity of opinions within their community. A timely conversation about hope, fear, and what comes next for a people who've lived under 47 years of oppressionemail me at [email protected] unless you're really upset about this episode. then maybe wait a couple of days first and then email me. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a tragic avalanche in Lake Tahoe killed 9 people and multiple skiers died in the same week, Dr. Kaveh Hoda sits down with two wilderness experts to discuss what went wrong and how to stay safe in the backcountry.Joined by Scott Gaber (lead instructor at Teton Rescue, former Tahoe SAR team leader) and Michael Novak (PA, wilderness medicine instructor, 7-year SAR veteran), they break down:The Swiss cheese model of risk mitigationGroup dynamics that lead to dangerous decisionsEssential avalanche safety equipment (beacons, airbags, Avalon)Why 70% of avalanche deaths happen to trained peopleHow to have honest conversations about risk in high-pressure situations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by prominent Virologist, Dr. Angela Rasmussen and Infectious Disease Epidemiologist Jessica Malaty Rivera to discuss the MAHA firing of the ACIP, the FDA's blocking of vaccine approvals, and plans to provide Olympic-style coverage of vaccine policy meetings through the Save America Movement (SAM). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by Palliative Care Dr. Andrew Johnstone and Integrative Pain Specialist, Dr. Anthony Kaveh to discuss the treatment of pain and how to understand it, we need to think bigger than a scale of 1-10.ANDREW JOHNSTONE ASSERTS THAT HE IS SPEAKING AS A PRIVATE CITIZEN AND HIS OPINIONS DO NOT REPRESENT THOSE OF THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OR THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS.Email with questions, suggestions, etc. at [email protected] most importantly: Share with your firiends! Rate and review us at iTunes! Help the show grow! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/id1225096382 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by leading experts in colorectal cancer screening Dr. TR Levin and Dr. Aasma Shaukat to discuss the increasing rates of colon cancer in younger people, why this might be happening and the warning signs to look out for.If you would like to donate to the Alex Pretti GoFundMe page, here is the link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/alex-pretti-is-an-american-hero Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by Garrison Davis (It Could Happen Here), Dr. Jason Rosenbaum and Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Umang Mehta to discuss "Looksmaxxing," a concerning internet trend that started in intel forums but has since spread amongst young men that focuses of maximizing physical attractiveness through grooming, fitness, fashion, skincare, and sometimes extreme cosmetic procedures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by Dr. Cody Cobb and Dr. Lee to discuss the 1998 Stevan Segal movie, The Patriot (not the Mel Gibson flick), in which Segal plays an Immunologist/Rancher/Martial Arts-Expert fighting a deadly virus, a Neo-nazi militia and any sort of logic.You can watch on Amazon Prime or for free on YouTube (or just listen instead).This episode is brought to you by MedGather. Learn more about leveraging remote medical assistance for your medical practice at MedGather.coemail me with questions, suggestions, etc. at [email protected] importantly: Share with your firiends! Rate and review us at iTunes! Help the show grow! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/id1225096382 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this emergency episode, Dr. Kaveh Hoda sits down with Dr. Kayvan Mirhadi, Chief of Internal Medicine at Clifton Springs Hospital, and Shauhin Davari (Survivor) to discuss the devastating situation unfolding in Iran's hospitals during the January 2025 nationwide protests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by author and survivor of sexual assault/sex trafficking, Jenna McKaye and podcast host Zack Van Nus to discuss how sex trafficking actually presents in the US. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by singer/songwriter Joe Sparrow (IG @itsjoesparrow) and Dr. Tyler Black to learn about the mental health therapy EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), how it helps people with PTSD and other disorders and why some prominent psychiatric organizations have yet to fully embrace it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by comedian Liam Nelson to talk about Marfan's Syndrome, living and traveling with a not-so-invisible disability and some of the outrageous things people expect from a 7 foot tall comic. Also joined by the excellent cardiologist Taylor Holve and the inimitable Kieran Hervold.This episode is brought to you by MedGather. Learn more about leveraging remote medical assistance for your medical practice at MedGather.coemail me with questions, suggestions, etc. at [email protected] importantly: Share with your firiends! Rate and review us at iTunes! Help the show grow! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/id1225096382 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh talks to Dr. Craig Spencer about his recent trip to the country's largest anti-vaccine gathering and what he learned about the people there, how to connect with them and what we need to understand about the organized forces against vaccines.This episode is brought to you by MedGather. Learn more about leveraging remote medical assistance for your medical practice at MedGather.co Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by Dr. David Gorski (Science Based Medicine), Dr. Seth Trueger and Edward Nirenberg (and briefly, Comedian Turner Sparks) to discuss the news of the day and all the terrible things happening to our public health systems. You know, for fun.email me at [email protected] you have a moment, please fill out this survey to help me improve the show: http://bit.ly/thehouseofpod-surveymost importantly: Share with your firiends! Rate and review us at iTunes! Help the show grow! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/id1225096382 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by Virologist, Dr. Angela Rasmussen and Youtuber Cody Johnston (Some More News) to discuss COVID revisionism and how the head in the sand approach to pandemic preparedness of our current administration's health experts, probably isn't rad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 and healthcare professionals should consider volunteering abroad as well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 important listen for everyone considering a life in medicine or reconsidering their options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 listening!if you have a moment, please fill out this survey to help me improve the show: http://bit.ly/thehouseofpod-surveyShare with your firiends! Rate and review us at iTunes! Help the show grow! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/id1225096382Email me at [email protected] with questions, comments, show topics, etc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 much for listening!if you have a moment, please fill out this survey to help me improve the show: http://bit.ly/thehouseofpod-surveyShare with your firiends! Rate and review us at iTunes! Help the show grow! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/id1225096382Email me at [email protected] with questions, comments, show topics, etc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by comedian Kirsten MIchelle Cills and pulmonologist/CF expert Daniel Weiner to discuss the daily management of Cystic Fibrosis, touring with chronic illness and mining the humor of a terminal illness. If you have a moment, please fill out this survey to help me improve the show: http://bit.ly/thehouseofpod-surveyShare with your firiends! Rate and review us at iTunes! Help the show grow! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/id1225096382Email me at [email protected] with questions, comments, show topics, etcFOLLOW KIRSTEN AT https://www.instagram.com/kircomedy/?hl=en Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by psychiatrist Dr. Sulman Aziz Mirza (The Kicks Shrink) and podcaster Zack Van Nus (Jortscenter) for a candid discussion on depression, suicidal ideation, tattoos and Marvel movies.If you have a moment, please fill out this survey to help me improve the show: http://bit.ly/thehouseofpod-surveyShare with your firiends! Rate and review us at iTunes! Help the show grow! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/id1225096382Email me at [email protected] with questions, comments, show topics, etc*trigger warnings for discussion of suicidal ideation* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by Hepatologist Elliot Tapper and Nathaniel Heidari (of Memingless) to discuss US President Donald Trump's recent statements about the hepatitis B Vaccine and why it's so important to keep vaccinating infants.If you have a moment, please fill out this survey to help me improve the show: http://bit.ly/thehouseofpod-surveyShare with your firiends! Rate and review us at iTunes! Help the show grow! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/id1225096382Email me at [email protected] with questions, comments, show topics, etc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by toxicologist Ryan Marino and science communicator Andrea Love to discuss Trump and RFK Jr 's press conference linking Tylenol to autism and review the research for and against this controversial take. If you have a moment, please fill out this survey to help me improve the show: http://bit.ly/thehouseofpod-surveyShare with your firiends! Rate and review us at iTunes! Help the show grow! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/id1225096382Email me at [email protected] with questions, comments, show topics, etc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by guest co-host Kieran Hervold and author Mariah Blake (They Poisoned the World) about the history of "forever chemicals," the harm they may pose to us and how corporations like Dupont forever changed global business.If you have a moment, please fill out this survey to help me improve the show: http://bit.ly/thehouseofpod-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by comedian/podcaster Dave Anthony (The Dollop) and Kieran Hervold to discuss the mitoconman RFK Jr and whether you can really detect "mitochondrial challenges" on a child's face.We cover what mitochondria are, what they do, real disease processes and why the mitocfhondria has become such a focus of interest for the wellness community.Please fill out this survey to help me improve the show! http://bit.ly/thehouseofpod-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by Dr. David Gorski and Poet, MC and podcast host Jason Petty (aka Prop) to discuss the tumultuous last couple of weeks at the CDC, what RFK Jr stands to gain from it and what troubling changes lie ahead for public health.And if you’ve got thoughts, we want to hear them. Take our listener survey: https://podcastsurvey.typeform.com/to/ggF95S2y Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by Dr. Arghavan Salles, Marc Gasway and Dr. Wei Liu to discuss a wild story of scamming and what about our cognitive biases predispose us to being scammed.And if you’ve got thoughts, we want to hear them. Take our listener survey: www.podsurvey.com/houseofpod  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by Dr. Jason Rosenbaum and Dr. Simon Fitzgerald to discuss the show Andor, what it says about the rise of empires, fascism, manufacturing consent and the nitpicks we have.And if you’ve got thoughts, we want to hear them. Take our listener survey: www.podsurvey.com/houseofpod  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by health care innovator and entrepreneur, Dr. Sandeep Palakodeti to explore the evolving role of doctors in the digital and business world. From digital health platforms to biotech ventures, they discuss if and how doctors can innovate responsibly and find balance between ethical ambitions and patient responsibilities. A very candid discussion about integrity, impact and the future of medical care. Also, briefly with businessman Sharky Laguana. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kaveh is joined by health policy expert Miranda Yaver and Shauhin Davari of the hit show Survivor to discuss the Big Beautiful Bill and the affects it will have on Medicaid and our health care infrastructure in general. Do you think you're going to like it? No, you're going to love it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you think we were done complaining? Not remotely (Vizzini voice)! Kaveh is joined by Dr. Ryan Marino, Dr. Arghavan Salles and Kieran Hervold to rant about AI, MAHA, the Big Beautiful Bill and more AI.Share with your firiends! Rate and review us at iTunes! Help the show grow! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-house-of-pod/id1225096382Email me at [email protected] with questions, comments, show topics, etc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.