Topic: Physical Health

8 chapters across the catalog

Noodle Mensch
Episode 1399 7:31 - 9:56

1399: Noodle Mensch

NBA Player Health, Vaccine Mandate Speculation

Speculation arises regarding the physical toll of professional basketball and whether NBA players will experience adverse health events. The discussion notes that while pro basketball is extremely fatiguing, there is no documented proof yet of players "dropping" on the court. Uncertainty remains regarding the actual vaccination status of many professional athletes.

Climate Crisis Special
Episode 1336 46:38 - 48:58

1336: Climate Crisis Special

Climate Complexity, Economic Benefits of Warming

Skeptics argue that the Earth's climate is too complex to be altered by changing a single component like CO2. They point out that there has been no significant warming since 1995 despite rising carbon levels, and that polar bear populations are not vanishing. One speaker suggests that the 0.8-degree rise over the last century has actually improved global health and longevity, calling President Obama "all wet" for his alarmist stance.

Boba Liberals
Episode 1329 1:47:24 - 1:50:56

1329: Boba Liberals

Joe Biden's Post-Vaccination Guidance and Physical Gate

President Joe Biden's recent speech is analyzed, specifically his comment that the government will issue guidance on what vaccinated people "can and cannot do." The hosts also critique Biden's physical appearance and walking style, suggesting he looks frail and should perhaps use a walker.

Peak Whiteness
Episode 1248 48:21 - 52:28

1248: Peak Whiteness

WHO Mask Guidelines and Physical Distancing Changes

The World Health Organization (WHO) released updated guidelines stating that healthy individuals do not need to wear medical masks unless they are caring for the sick. The guidelines emphasize that masks can provide a false sense of security and must be discarded after a single use. The hosts also note a shift in recommended physical distancing from six feet to three feet (one meter) in some reports.

Pardon Me
Episode 1040 2:23:25 - 2:26:57

1040: Pardon Me

Michigan State University Bestiality Charges and Health Physics

Joseph Hattie, a "health physicist" at Michigan State University, has been charged with two counts of bestiality involving a basset hound. The hosts clarify that a health physicist deals with radiation safety rather than medical practice. The incident adds to a series of scandals at MSU, including the Larry Nassar case, leading the hosts to question the university's environment.

Win By Losing
Episode 727

727: Win By Losing

Austin Black Mold Allergy and Personal Health Struggles

A host describes a severe allergic reaction to black mold currently prevalent in Austin, Texas, reporting symptoms such as extreme fatigue, lung congestion, and a noticeable change in vocal quality. The discussion touches on the difficulty of moving houses while dealing with these physical ailments and the use of quercetin as a potential remedy.

Media Harmonization
Episode 482 40:03 - 41:40

482: Media Harmonization

Listener Feedback, Physical Reactions to News

The hosts address a listener's complaint regarding involuntary physical reactions during the show, such as burping, which the host attributes to the stress of discussing horrifying topics. The segment concludes with a lighthearted interaction with the chat room involving a "Mac and Cheese" audio bit.

Kill Bill
Episode 47 48:46 - 51:26

47: Kill Bill

John McCain, Vietnam Release Video

A recently surfaced Swedish video showing John McCain's release from a North Vietnamese prison camp is analyzed. The footage shows McCain limping and saluting, sparking a discussion about his current physical limitations and the extent of his war injuries. The hosts debate whether his inability to raise his arms is a progressive condition resulting from his time as a POW.