Topic: Camel Urine

3 chapters across the catalog

Hispandering
Episode 785 2:06:13 - 2:11:17

785: Hispandering

ISIS Organ Harvesting, Reuters Report, Camel Urine Scam

A Reuters report claims that ISIS religious scholars have sanctioned the harvesting of human organs from living captives to save Muslim lives. While the report admits the document cannot be independently verified, it raises fears of organ trafficking. This transitions into a bizarre story from Saudi Arabia where a man was caught selling his own urine as "camel urine" for medicinal and cosmetic use.

Solution Space
Episode 730 1:35:50 - 1:40:35

730: Solution Space

MERS Outbreak, Camel Urine and Traditional Medicine

The MERS outbreak in South Korea prompts a discussion on World Health Organization (WHO) advisories. The hosts highlight a specific warning against drinking raw camel milk or urine. They explore the traditional medicinal uses of camel urine in the Middle East for treating skin diseases, dandruff, and liver swelling, noting its perceived benefits for hair luster.

Solution Space
Episode 730 1:40:36 - 1:44:37

730: Solution Space

Camel Urine Shampoo, Amazon Search and EU Regulations

The hosts search Amazon for camel urine products and discuss a query from a Middle Eastern chemist looking to manufacture camel urine shampoo. They debate whether such a product would be permissible under European Union regulations. They joke about the potential "gold mine" of marketing traditional Middle Eastern hair care secrets to a Western audience.