Topic: Vocal Cords

4 chapters across the catalog

Scott Adams Redux
Episode 1841 35:44 - 41:42

1841: Scott Adams Redux

Spasmodic Dysphonia, Experimental Vocal Surgery

Scott Adams describes losing his voice for three and a half years due to spasmodic dysphonia, a condition he self-diagnosed using Google Alerts. He eventually underwent an experimental surgery at USC performed by Dr. Gerald Burke, which involved rewiring the nerves in his neck to restore his speech.

Freedom Force
Episode 1693 2:42:29 - 2:45:27

1693: Freedom Force

Alex Jones Vocal Health, Polyps and Screaming

Alex Jones addressed his deteriorating voice, explaining that years of screaming at demonstrations have caused polyps on his larynx. Despite doctors advising surgery and six weeks of silence, Jones intends to continue his signature vocal style, even demonstrating his "scream" for the audience.

Hypocrite Oath
Episode 1275 1:07:58 - 1:10:59

1275: Hypocrite Oath

Dr. Anthony Fauci Vocal Cord Surgery, Health Crisis Heroism

Dr. Anthony Fauci recently underwent surgery to remove a polyp from his vocal cord, which he attributed to overworking his voice during the pandemic. Despite medical advice to remain silent, Fauci claimed he had to intervene in "catastrophic" White House crises immediately following the procedure. He also revealed he suffered from the flu in December 2019, leading to questions about the efficacy of the flu vaccine he promotes.

Pale Male
Episode 1211 1:50:02 - 1:53:30

1211: Pale Male

Spike Jones, 3,000-Year-Old Mummy Voice

The Spike Jones song "Der Fuehrer's Face" is played in the context of the movie "JoJo Rabbit" and modern sensitivities regarding humor about the Holocaust. A "bonus clip" features the synthesized voice of a 3,000-year-old Egyptian mummy, created by scientists modeling the vocal cords. The hosts joke that the ancient voice sounds remarkably like Hillary Clinton.