3 chapters across the catalog
POTS Syndrome, Elon Musk Wisconsin Bribes, Social Contagion
A discussion on Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) addresses whether it is a "social contagion" among TikTok users or a legitimate medical condition linked to vaccines or COVID-19. A donor from Wisconsin claims Elon Musk is "bribing" residents with $200 payments, which the hosts compare to an illegal lottery.
The hosts analyze a television advertisement for the drug Lyrica, noting the rapid-fire delivery of side effects and the vague description of how the drug treats fibromyalgia. They observe that the Wikipedia page for fibromyalgia appears to mirror the pharmaceutical company's marketing materials, suggesting "Google bombing" or corporate editing of medical entries.
A commercial for the drug Lyrica, used to treat fibromyalgia, lists a wide array of dangerous side effects including suicidal thoughts, blurred vision, and significant weight gain. The hosts mock the ad's explanation of how nerves work and question why such high-risk drugs are prescribed for chronic pain. They suggest simpler alternatives like increased water intake for general health issues.
