Autism, Parenting, And The Art Of Ignoring Unsolicited Advice

• Julie Green had a very limited understanding of autism before her son was born. Navigating his diagnosis was difficult, especially when differing opinions were being thrown at them from all sides. Green reveals the realities of motherhood, autism, and self-discovery in her new book, Motherness.

Guests: Julie M. Green, author, Motherness

Host: Elizabeth Westfield
Producer: Kristen Farrah

Kitchen Chemistry: The Cooking Oil That May Be Driving Obesity

• Though there are various cooking oils to choose from, soybean oil remains the most commercially popular choice in America. But is this cheap option making us obese? Our experts reveal how the high concentration of a particular fatty acid in this common oil may be influencing how our bodies store fat and contribute to rising health concerns.

Guests:

• Sonia P. Deol, assistant professional researcher in the department of microbiology and plant pathology, University of California, Riverside
• Frances M. Sladek, professor of cell biology & toxicologist, University of California, Riverside

Host: Greg Johnson
Producer: Kristen Farrah

Medical Notes: How Energy Drinks May Worsen Your Cancer, A Non-Invasive Treatment For Seizures, And How To Fight Against Procrastination

• Are energy drinks making you sick? A new treatment for seizures may soon be possible without the need for invasive brain surgery. Good news for sugar addicts! Scientists have created a healthier sweetener using tagatose. How to fight against procrastination.

Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt
Producer: Kristen Farrah

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Medical Notes: How Energy Drinks May Worsen Your Cancer, A Non-Invasive Treatment For Seizures, And How To Fight Against Procrastination

• Are energy drinks making you sick? A new treatment for seizures may soon be possible without the need for invasive brain surgery. Good news for sugar addicts! Scientists have created a healthier sweetener using Tagatose. How to fight against procrastination.

Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt
Producer: Kristen Farrah

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Autism, Parenting, And The Art Of Ignoring Unsolicited Advice

• Julie Green had a very limited understanding of autism before her son was born. Navigating his diagnosis was difficult, especially when differing opinions were being thrown at them from all sides. Green reveals the realities of motherhood, autism, and self-discovery in her new book, Motherness.

Guests: Julie M. Green, author, Motherness

Host: Elizabeth Westfield
Producer: Kristen Farrah

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kitchen Chemistry: The Cooking Oil That May Be Driving Obesity

• Though there are various cooking oils to choose from, soybean oil remains the most commercially popular choice in America. But is this cheap option making us obese? Our experts reveal how the high concentration of a particular fatty acid in this common oil may be influencing how our bodies store fat and contribute to rising health concerns.

Guests:

• Sonia P. Deol, assistant professional researcher in the department of microbiology and plant pathology, University of California, Riverside
• Frances M. Sladek, professor of cell biology & toxicologist, University of California, Riverside

Host: Greg Johnson
Producers: Kristen Farrah

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Are Psychopaths As Dangerous As The Legal System Believes?

• For decades, judicial systems in North America have been using formal assessments to identify these psychopathic individuals. Scoring high on these tests can lead to harsher sentencing and exclusion from rehabilitation programs based on the controversial belief that such inmates cannot be changed. However, our expert pushes back against these procedures and discusses what modern research is revealing about psychopathy.

Guest: Rasmus Larsen, forensic epistemologist & assistant professor, University of Toronto, author, Psychopathy Unmasked

Host: Elizabeth Westfield
Producer: Kristen Farrah

Male Menopause: How To Combat Your Natural Decline In Testosterone

• While menopause is a well-known milestone for women, men experience a similar age-related decline in testosterone often referred to as ‘andropause’. This process typically begins around age 40 and is influenced by both natural aging and various lifestyle factors. Our expert explains the numerous signs of low testosterone and how to effectively treat this condition.

Guests: Lisa Fasone, physician assistant, Northwestern Medicine

Host: Greg Johnson
Producers: Kristen Farrah

Medical Notes: A New Form Of Primary Care, The Hidden Risk Of Suicide, And How To Maintain Muscle Strength

Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt
Producer: Kristen Farrah

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Medical Notes: A New Form Of Primary Care, The Hidden Risk Of Suicide, And How To Maintain Muscle Strength

• Your next doctor’s visit might come with a membership fee. Your genes don’t have the final say when it comes to your brain health. The hidden risk of suicide that has nothing to do with depression. When it comes to bone health, more is not always better for aging adults.

Host: Maayan Voss de Bettancourt
Producer: Kristen Farrah

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Male Menopause: How To Combat Your Natural Decline In Testosterone

• While menopause is a well-known milestone for women, men experience a similar age-related decline in testosterone often referred to as ‘andropause’. This process typically begins around age 40 and is influenced by both natural aging and various lifestyle factors. Our expert explains the numerous signs of low testosterone and how to effectively treat this condition.

Guests: Lisa Fasone, physician assistant, Northwestern Medicine

Host: Greg Johnson
Producers: Kristen Farrah

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Are Psychopaths As Dangerous As The Legal System Believes?

• For decades, judicial systems in North America have been using formal assessments to identify these psychopathic individuals. Scoring high on these tests can lead to harsher sentencing and exclusion from rehabilitation programs based on the controversial belief that such inmates cannot be changed. However, our expert pushes back against these procedures and discusses what modern research is revealing about psychopathy.

Guests: Rasmus Larsen, forensic epistemologist & assistant professor, University of Toronto, author, Psychopathy Unmasked

Host: Elizabeth Westfield
Producer: Kristen Farrah

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