Topic: In Vitro

6 chapters across the catalog

Kamplaining
Episode 1705 44:34 - 45:33

1705: Kamplaining

Donald Trump IVF Claim, Plurality Speculation

During an all-female town hall, Donald Trump referred to himself as the "father of IVF." The hosts analyze the audio, suggesting he may have said "IVFs" (plural), leading to lighthearted speculation about whether his own children were conceived through the procedure.

LIE-DAR
Episode 1637 27:49 - 31:24

1637: LIE-DAR

Alabama Supreme Court, IVF Wrongful Death Ruling

The Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are considered children under the state's Wrongful Death of a Minor Act. The case arose after a clinic accidentally destroyed several couples' frozen embryos. In response, the University of Alabama at Birmingham health system paused IVF treatments, sparking a national debate over the intersection of fertility care and anti-abortion legislation.

Bug Appetit!
Episode 1351 1:47:56 - 1:51:25

1351: Bug Appetit!

Pregnancy and Vaccine Concerns, Hannah Teta Report

Hannah Teta shares a troubling account of a friend in the Coast Guard who received the COVID-19 vaccine during her first trimester of pregnancy. Subsequent amniocentesis tests revealed irregularities that could lead to the child being born sterile or with a lower IQ. The story raises concerns about the lack of reporting to the VAERS database.

Bunny Hugging
Episode 1341 1:25:39 - 1:32:28

1341: Bunny Hugging

Jobs Karma and Baby Making Requests

Listeners from Australia, New York, and Michigan request "Jobs Karma" and "Baby Making Karma." One producer shares a theory that the soda brand Tab might be linked to infertility. The hosts grant various jingles and karma to support producers' personal and professional goals.

Mink Road
Episode 1302 1:05:45 - 1:09:52

1302: Mink Road

Elsevier, In Vitro Ivermectin Research

Research published in Elsevier journals as early as June 2020 indicated that ivermectin could kill coronaviruses in a laboratory setting. Despite these findings, the drug has faced significant resistance from major health organizations and social media platforms, which have removed content promoting its use. The drug's long history of safety and low cost are cited as reasons for its potential as a global solution.

Episode 403 1:53:56 - 2:01:35

403: Pharmacy in a Fruit

Singularity University, Ray Kurzweil Solar Claims

Singularity University, co-founded by Ray Kurzweil and Peter Diamandis, is criticized as a "circle jerk" for Silicon Valley consultants promoting unrealistic technological optimism. Kurzweil claims that solar energy capacity is doubling every two years and will meet 100% of global needs within 14 years. The institution also promotes "in vitro meat" grown in labs as a superior and more sustainable alternative to traditional livestock.