Topic: Mount Sinai

8 chapters across the catalog

Stimming
Episode 1802 1:07:05 - 1:10:54

1802: Stimming

ABC News, Tylenol Safety Debate

ABC News medical correspondent Dr. Darian Sutton addressed claims regarding Tylenol and autism, stating that "leading evidence" shows no causal association. He acknowledged a Harvard and Mount Sinai study that found a correlation but argued that the underlying infections or fevers might be the actual cause of neurodevelopmental issues. Sutton attributed the rise in autism rates to increased awareness, reduced stigma, and a broadening of the diagnostic spectrum.

chatJCD
Episode 1788 1:40:28 - 1:43:35

1788: chatJCD

AI Misinformation in Medicine and Teen Safety

A Mount Sinai study found that AI chatbots frequently repeat or elaborate on false medical information, posing risks to patients seeking health advice. Additionally, watchdog groups report that ChatGPT has provided teenagers with instructions on concealing eating disorders or writing suicide notes, despite OpenAI's safety refinements.

Flag Gate
Episode 1665 1:25:19 - 1:30:26

1665: Flag Gate

Young Heart Attack Trends and "Dr. Bot"

NBC reports on an alarming trend of healthy, athletic young people suffering heart attacks. Dr. Deepak Bhatt of Mount Sinai (whom the hosts call "Dr. Bot") suggests the causes could include obesity, cocaine use, or "smoldering inflammation." The report features a 38-year-old triathlete who collapsed after a race. The hosts note the doctor's recommendation to avoid red meat and go vegan.

Spaving
Episode 1658 37:23 - 41:19

1658: Spaving

American Diet, Rat Experiments and Ultra-Processed Food

Professor Paul Kenny of Mount Sinai conducted a study where rats raised on whole foods maintained healthy weights, but quickly became obese when introduced to an "American diet" of bacon, Snickers, and cheesecake. The experiment revealed that once the rats were addicted to processed foods, they refused to eat healthy options even when starving. This research suggests that modern manufactured food undermines natural nutritional wisdom, creating an artificial problem that drugs like Ozempic are now used to "fill."

King for a Day
Episode 1632 1:57:42 - 2:00:54

1632: King for a Day

Depression Blood Tests, Stress Immunity, Mount Sinai Research

Researchers at Johns Hopkins and Mount Sinai are developing blood tests to diagnose depression and measure stress-related immune function. The studies suggest that stress increases an enzyme in the blood that alters brain function and reduces the body's ability to fight disease. Critics argue this "brain chemistry" narrative is designed to promote expensive testing and pharmaceutical interventions rather than addressing environmental or psychological causes.

Gene Jock
Episode 1594 1:34:01 - 1:36:47

1594: Gene Jock

Long COVID Biomarkers and Blood Study

A study led by David Putrino at Mount Sinai identified specific blood biomarkers in Long COVID patients, including 50% lower levels of cortisol and signs of T-cell exhaustion. The research also found the reactivation of dormant viruses like Epstein-Barr and herpes in those suffering from the condition. The study aims to provide a clinical basis for a condition that has largely been diagnosed through subjective symptoms like brain fog and fatigue.

Al Gore Rhythms
Episode 1549 1:26:33 - 1:30:26

1549: Al Gore Rhythms

Project Veritas, Transgender Surgery Investigation

An undercover investigation by Project Veritas at Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center reveals the hospital's focus on providing transgender treatments to children as young as ten. The segment discusses the political nature of the "gender affirming care" narrative, suggesting it targets affluent white liberal mothers. The hosts argue that the movement is being used to create a new victim class and political divide.

Quiet Riot
Episode 1310 2:05:13 - 2:08:36

1310: Quiet Riot

Pfizer Vaccine Death, ITP Diagnosis in Miami

Brian T from Miami Beach reports the death of a 56-year-old obstetrician who died from a hemorrhagic stroke two weeks after receiving the Pfizer vaccine. The doctor was diagnosed with Acute Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) after his platelet count dropped to zero. The hosts note that the mainstream media is unlikely to cover such adverse reactions.