3 chapters across the catalog
A donation from a Green Bay producer leads to a discussion about esophageal cancer and its prevalence in the Calvados-growing regions of France. The hosts suggest a link between the consumption of apple brandy (Calvados) and the disease, offering a cautionary note to drinkers. They also acknowledge a "double not a slave" donation from an American descendant of slavery.
Eddie Money Death, Esophageal Cancer, Career Retrospective
Rock musician Eddie Money passed away at age 70 following a battle with esophageal cancer. His career included a significant 1980s comeback on MTV after a period of health struggles, including a year-long coma caused by a drug overdose. He was known for his gravelly voice and hits like "Two Tickets to Paradise," and came from a family background of police officers and firefighters.
Pharmaceutical Risks, Fosamax and Statin Preventatives
The osteoporosis drug Fosamax is linked to an increased risk of esophageal cancer in long-term users. Meanwhile, the FDA has approved AstraZeneca's statin drug, Crestor, for use as a preventative measure in healthy individuals, a move the hosts criticize as over-medication.
