Best Cannabinoid Science Podcasts (2025)

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Computational Neuroscience, Machine Learning vs. Biological Learning, Large Language Models | Marius Pachitariu | 235 1:50:04

7h ago1:50:04

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Send us a text How brains compute and learn, blending neuroscience with AI insights. Episode Summary: Dr. Marius Pachitariu discusses how the brain computes information across scales, from single neurons to complex networks, using mice to study visual learning. He explains the differences between supervised and unsupervised learning, the brain’s hi…

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The Hidden Weakness in Most Cannabis Operations — What We Heard at Benzinga 43:41

6d ago43:41

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The cannabis shakeout isn’t coming. It’s already here. Operators are bleeding, investors are disappearing, and the old playbook is falling apart. After Benzinga, one thing’s clear: the winners will be the ones who specialize, control every cost, and have visibility into every part of their business in real time. What happens when you pull back the …

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177: An Interview With Dr. Sithara Ramdas on Neonatal and Juvenile Myasthenia Gravis 11:54

6d ago11:54

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Larry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews pediatric neurologist Sithara Ramdas, MD, of Oxford Children's Hospital in England, on neonatal and juvenile myasthenia gravis.By Rare Care Podcast

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176: An Interview With Lyza Weisman on Living With Spinal Muscular Atrophy 15:14

8d ago15:14

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Larry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews Lyza Weisman, who has spinal muscular atrophy type 2, about how she copes with progressive loss of muscle function.By Rare Care Podcast

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Brain Fat: Dietary PUFAs, Cannabinoids, Fatty Acid Binding Proteins, Anxiety & Mood | Steven Laviolette | 234 1:12:53

10d ago1:12:53

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Send us a text How dietary fats and cannabinoids shape brain function and mental well-being. Episode Summary: Dr. Steven Laviolette discusses the role of lipids, particularly endocannabinoids and fatty acids, in brain signaling and mental health, discussing how dietary omega-3 and omega-6 imbalances, prenatal THC exposure, and fatty acid binding pr…

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Gayle Diamond - Is it Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES)? 41:51

10d ago41:51

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In this episode of Bowel Sounds, hosts Dr. Temara Hajjat and Dr. Peter Lu speak with Dr. Gayle Diamond, a pediatric gastroenterologist at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, about identifying and managing food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome (FPIES). Learning objectives Identify the symptoms, etiology, and work up done for FPIES Discuss the…

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175: An Interview With Allucent's Marcus Delatte, PhD, on Using Cannabinoids to Treat Patients With Rare Seizure Disorders 10:30

13d ago10:30

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Larry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews Marcus Delatte, PhD, on how the versatile cannabis plant offers innovative treatments for children with Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gestaut syndrome.By Rare Care Podcast

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Storytelling Is the Future of Cannabis IR ft Jesse Redmond 54:47

13d ago54:47

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What if the most powerful investor pitch wasn’t a deck or a breakdown of earnings—but a story? Now, the idea of seeds in the ground to thriving plants is a tangible experience—one that finally captures the real narrative. Because in cannabis, the financials don’t always tell the full story. This week, we sit down with Jesse Redmond, Head of Investo…

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Feel the Burn: Seed Oils, Memes & Oxidative Stress | Brian Kerley | 233 2:10:38

15d ago2:10:38

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Send us a text Are seed oils really driving chronic disease (and sunburns), or is it hype? Episode Summary: Dr. Brian Kerley talks about the health impacts of seed oils, their high omega-6 fatty acid content, and their role in chronic diseases through mechanisms like lipid peroxidation and oxidative stress. They explore how these industrially proce…

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174: An Interview With Lucy Culp, VP of State Government Affairs at the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 11:13

17d ago11:13

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Larry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews Lucy Culp, vice-president of state government affairs at the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, on top issues of importance to patients with rare blood cancers.By Rare Care Podcast

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EP122 Growing Cannabis for Hashmaking with guest Conner Terpwizard 1:41:49

20d ago1:41:49

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We love growing our own flower! And we also love hash! On this episode of Shaping Fire, host Shango Los sits down with Conner Terpwizard to discuss what flower characteristics make it good for hashing, how to choose genetics that will result in hash that meets your desires, and how to handle the plant during cultivation and post harvest to create t…

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SSRIs, Sexual Dysfunction, Suicide & Mass Shootings, How FDA Works | David Healy | 232 2:10:09

21d ago2:10:09

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Send us a text A critique of SSRIs and pharma’s influence on medicine, including SSRI-induced sexual dysfunction, suicidality, and violence. Long Summary: Dr. David Healy critiques modern medicine, focusing on SSRIs and psychiatric medicine, including: how pharmaceutical companies manipulate clinical trial data, ghostwrite studies, and influence me…

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Fix the Process: Real Cannabis Manufacturing Tools & Optimization Techniques ft.: Murphy Murri 56:48

21d ago56:48

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Most cannabis operators are reactive—drowning in checklists, flooded with data, and still missing the point. Compliance gets all the attention, while real operational signals—like handling variability and shifting process conditions—lead to execution gaps and reactive decision-making. Extraction process optimization is tricky, but when the actual r…

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Hilary Michel - Addressing Women's Health in IBD 38:23

24d ago38:23

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In this episode of Bowel Sounds, hosts Dr. Jenn Lee and Dr. Peter Lu talk with Dr. Hilary Michel, pediatric gastroenterologist at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH about women's health in IBD. Learning objectives Identify the impact of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) on key stages of female reproductive health, including puberty, mens…

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Brett Puffenbarger: The Future of Cannabis Will Look Like This… and Yes, It Will Shock You 54:49

28d ago54:49

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What if we told you the future of cannabis looks less like dispensaries... and more like the milk aisle? Everyone’s chasing growth, market share, and the next hot product — but few are asking the deeper question: What will the cannabis industry actually become? While cannabis is certainly disruptive, its future likely follows a few predictable path…

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173: An Interview With Amyloidosis Patient Dan Lier, a Partner With the Nonprofit Group 'Somebody To Talk To' 10:46

1M ago10:46

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Larry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews amyloidosis patient and former basketball player Dan Lier, a partner with the nonprofit group Somebody To Talk To, about his new "Rare Disease Playbook."By Rare Care Podcast

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Psychedelic Chemistry, Magic Mushrooms, Kratom, Gray Market Research Chemicals, Vape Shops | Andrew Chadeayne | 231 1:38:37

1M ago1:38:37

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Send us a text Episode Summary: Dr. Andrew Chadeayne discusses the chemistry of psilocybin and other psychedelics, their potential therapeutic applications, and the challenges of commercializing them in a shifting biotech market. The conversation delves into the complexities of magic mushroom composition, debunking myths like "lemon tekking," and u…

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No Exits, No Capital, No Bullsh*t: Seth Yakatan on Cannabis Reality 45:37

1M ago45:37

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There’s no exits. There’s no cash. There’s no buyers. So what do you do? Batten down the hatches. Crush your market. Squeeze out the little guys who can’t compete — and wait. This week, Seth Yakatan returns to discuss the following: • How he’s seeing the board • Why cannabis can’t hit reset like other industries • What operators need to do right no…

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Psilocybin & MDMA: Inflammation, Stress & Brain-Body Communication | Michael Wheeler | 230 1:09:38

1M ago1:09:38

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Send us a text Episode Summary: Dr. Michael Wheeler talks about neuroimmune interactions, exploring how the immune system and brain communicate, particularly through the blood-brain barrier and meninges; how chronic stress and inflammation can alter brain circuits, contributing to mood disorders like depression; how drugs like psilocybin and MDMA m…

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172: An Interview With Huntington Disease Patient and Advocate Lauren Holder of Help 4 HD 12:25

1M ago12:25

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Larry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews Lauren Holder, an activist and patient with Huntington disease, as well as producer and host of the podcast series Help 4 HD Live.By Rare Care Podcast

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Nishant Patel - Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency in Children 55:56

1M ago55:56

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In this episode of Bowel Sounds, hosts Dr. Jenn Lee and Dr. Peter Lu talk with Dr. Nishant Patel, pediatric gastroenterologist at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, about the diagnosis and evaluation of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) in children. Learning objectives Recognize the varied clinical presentations of exocrine p…

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171: An Interview WIth Antonella Favit-Van Pelt, MD, PhD, on Neuromodulation to Treat Multiple Sclerosis 15:44

1M ago15:44

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Larry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews Antonella Favit-Van Pelt, MD, PhD, chief medical officer at Helius Medical, on the potential of neuromodulation to treat people with multiple sclerosis.By Rare Care Podcast

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Linoleic Acid, Seed Oils, mTOR & Breast Cancer | Nikos Koundouros & John Blenis | 229 1:47:18

1M ago1:47:18

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Send us a text Episode Summary: New research on how dietary fats, particularly omega-6 fatty acids like linoleic acid, influence triple-negative breast cancer progression by activating the mTOR pathway, a key regulator of cell growth; role of the FABP5 protein in enhancing cancer cells’ sensitivity to omega-6 fats; differences between breast cancer…

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Where’s the Cash? Visibility, Inventory & Profitable Growth with Tyler Nielsen 54:40

1M ago54:40

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"Cash strapped" might be the most heard phrase in the cannabis industry right now. So… where’s the cash? Without disciplined forecasting and visibility into true costs, growth is meaningless. Most companies aren’t failing from bad ideas — they’re failing in execution. That’s where cash leaks into missed forecasts, bloated inventory, and lost opport…

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Rhythms, Memory, Time, Place, Representation & the Brain | György Buzsáki | M&M 228 1:48:30

2M ago1:48:30

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Send us a text Episode Summary: Dr. Gyorgy Buzsaki discusses the hippocampus’s role beyond memory and spatial navigation, delving into its broader functions in cognition, action planning, and brain-body interactions; how hippocampal rhythms, like sharp wave ripples, influence memory consolidation, glucose regulation, and metabolic health, challengi…

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170: An Interview With Joyce Kullman, Executive Director of the Vasculitis Foundation 12:09

2M ago12:09

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Larry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews Joyce Kullman, executive director of the Vasculitis Foundation, duirng Vasculitis Awareness Month.By Rare Care Podcast

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169: An Interview With Chris Lewis, Son of Famous Comedian Jerry Lewis 13:35

2M ago13:35

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Larry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews Chris Lewis, whose father, Jerry Lewis, was not only among the most famous comedians of the 20th century but also a tireless advocate for people with muscular dystrophy.By Rare Care Podcast

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170: An Interview With Chris Lewis, Son of Famous Comedian Jerry Lewis 13:35

2M ago13:35

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Larry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews Chris Lewis, whose father, Jerry Lewis, was not only among the most famous comedians of the 20th century but also a tireless advocate for people with muscular dystrophy.By Rare Care Podcast

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Why the Industry’s Premier Brands Choose The Flowery — and What’s Coming Next in New York & Florida ft. Ilya Shmidt 45:00

2M ago45:00

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Florida and New York are massive markets — but they’re still early. Everyone’s fighting for attention, trust, and long-term positioning. So how did The Flowery rise to the top and become the go-to partner for the industry’s premier brands? 710 Labs. Wizard Trees. Preferred Gardens. Doja Pak the list goes on. These brands are some of the most sought…

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Cary Sauer - Making Sense of Competency-Based Medical Education 1:21:31

2M ago1:21:31

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In this episode, hosts Drs. Peter Lu and Jason Silverman talk to Dr. Cary Sauer about Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) to break down this concept and all the related terminology that is part of this approach to medical training. If you're confused about CBME, EPAs, milestones and competencies, this episode is for you! Dr. Sauer is a Pediat…

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Biophysics of Life: Biophotons, Light, Quantum Biology, Regeneration & Cancer | Nirosha Murugan | 227 1:39:21

2M ago1:39:21

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Send us a text The biophysics of life, exploring how light & energy shape biology, with biophysicist Dr. Nirosha Murugan. Episode Summary: Dr. Murugan discusses the role of biophysics in biology, focusing on how light, particularly biophotons emitted by cells, influences processes like wound healing, neural activity, and cancer detection; how micro…

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Big Tobacco Is Moving on Cannabis, the Global Strategy Is Unfolding, and Deepak Anand Reveals Where’s Next 48:42

2M ago48:42

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Big Tobacco knows cigarettes are dead. They’re sitting on cash, looking for growth — and cannabis is the obvious move. They’re no longer silently watching from the sidelines. They’re investing, expanding — some through public acquisitions, others through quieter plays. But one thing is clear: it’s no secret anymore. Big Tobacco is here, leveraging …

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Psychedelics & Cerebral Cortex: Neuroplasticity, Psilocybin, Ketamine | Alex Kwan | 226 1:17:35

2M ago1:17:35

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Send us a text Short Summary: Dr. Alex Kwan unpacks the latest neuroscience research on how psychedelics like ketamine & psilocybin reshape the brain. About the guest: Alex Kwan, PhD, is an associate professor of biomedical engineering at Cornell University. His lab employs advanced imaging to study how psychedelics and other drugs affect the mamma…

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168: An Interview WIth Lisa Butler, CEO of the GBS-CIDP Foundation 12:34

2M ago12:34

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Larry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews Lisa Butler, CEO of the GBS-CIDP Foundation, on what her organization is doing for patients with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP).By Rare Care Podcast

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167: An Interview With MDA Patient Advocate Donavon Decker, WInner of the 2025 MDA Legacy Award for Community Impact in Research 13:19

2M ago13:19

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Larry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, talks to Donavon Decker, who has limb-girdle muscular dystrophy. Decker is the winner of the 2025 MDA Legacy Award for Community Impact in Research.By Rare Care Podcast

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Nutrition Epidemiology: Fake Science? | John Speakman | 225 1:05:49

2M ago1:05:49

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Send us a text Short Summary: The flaws of nutrition epidemiology with Dr. John Speakman About the guest: John Speakman, PhD is a professor at the University of Aberdeen and runs a lab in Shenzhen, China, focusing on energy balance, obesity, and aging. Note: Podcast episodes are fully available to paid subscribers on the M&M Substack and everyone o…

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Secrets Behind World-Class Extraction: How 1% Add Millions ft. Micah Anderson 59:42

2M ago59:42

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Specialization is coming — and surviving will mean doing one thing better than anyone else. But that’s only the beginning. Getting there takes a relentless growth mindset: an obsession with stacking small operational wins — data, tech, genetics, process — to create massive separation over time. Extraction isn’t simple. And in a world of margin comp…

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Cancer Biology: Metabolism, Mitochondria & Energy | Thomas Seyfried | M&M 224 1:52:21

2M ago1:52:21

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Send us a text Short Summary: Cancer’s metabolic roots with Dr. Thomas Seyfried. About the guest: Thomas Seyfried, PhD is a professor of biology at Boston College. He has researched cancer metabolism, epilepsy, and lipid biochemistry for over 40 years. Note: Podcast episodes are fully available on the M&M Substack and YouTube. Transcript and other …

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Thangam Venkatesan - Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome 55:32

2M ago55:32

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In this episode, hosts Drs. Peter Lu and Temara Hajjat talk to Dr. Thangam Venkatesan about cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS). Dr. Venkatesan is an adult gastroenterologist and Professor of Internal Medicine at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, where she leads the Neurogastroenterology and Motility section. She is a world-renown…

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Ketogenic Diet: Cholesterol, Plaque & Heart Heart | Matthew Budoff | 223 58:44

2M ago58:44

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Send us a text Short Summary: Heart health and the ketogenic diet, with expert insights from a cardiologist and researcher. About the guest: Matthew Budoff, MD, is a preventive cardiologist and professor of medicine at UCLA School of Medicine. Note: Podcast episodes are fully available to paid subscribers on the M&M Substack and everyone on YouTube…

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If You’re Chasing Invoices in Cannabis, Listen to This ft. Brett Gelfand 50:18

2M ago50:18

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You produced the product. They said they needed terms — “as soon as it sells, we’ll pay.” But the days kept going by… and nothing came in. In cannabis, collections are brutally difficult. With limited banking and tight cash flow, cash is king. So how do you know who’s trustworthy? Who’s a repeat offender? And where do you even go to collect? Sadly,…

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166: An Interview With MDA 2025 Patient Ambassador Lily Sander 14:51

2M ago14:51

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Larry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews 17-year-old Lily Sander with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease. The Muscular Dystrophy Association has named Sander its 2025 MDA Patient Ambassador.By Rare Care Podcast

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Genetics & Neurobiology of Obesity: Hypothalamus, Leptin, Gut Hormones, Weight Loss Drugs | Giles Yeo | 222 1:33:39

2M ago1:33:39

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Send us a text Short Summary: The science of obesity and appetite regulation, blending genetics and neurobiology with practical insights About the guest: Giles Yeo, PhD is a professor of molecular neuroendocrinology at the University of Cambridge. He leads a lab studying obesity and appetite regulation. Note: Podcast episodes are fully available to…

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165: An Interview With Duchenne Expert Katherine Mathews, MD, of the University of Iowa 11:25

3M ago11:25

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Larry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews Katherine Mathews, MD, winner of the Muscular Dystrophy Association's 2025 Legacy Award for Achievement in Clinical Research for her contributions to understanding and treating genetic disorders affecting the neuromuscular system.…

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Regenerative Energy & the Light Inside You | Jack Kruse | M&M 221 2:26:57

3M ago2:26:57

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Send us a text Short Summary: A mind-bending dive into evolutionary biology and health through a biophysicist’s lens, with Dr. Jack Kruse delivering provocative insights about biology, medicine, and health. About the guest: Jack Kruse, MD, is a neurosurgeon known for integrating biophysics into medicine. He challenges conventional biochemistry with…

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How Ayr Wellness Is Resizing for Reality — What Operational Efficiency Really Means ft. George DeNardo 44:30

3M ago44:30

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It’s not about planting flags anymore. It’s about profitability. As the cannabis industry shifts from rapid growth at all costs to operational precision, hard decisions are being made. Which assets are sized properly? Where can we build a well-rounded, potentially profitable business given the realities of today’s market? And how do we make the rig…

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Cell Death, Oxidative Stress, PUFAs & Antioxidants | Pamela Maher | 220 1:40:07

3M ago1:40:07

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Send us a text Short Summary: A deep dive into the science of oxidative stress, antioxidants, aging, and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. About the guest: Pamela Maher, PhD is a professor at the Salk Institute in San Diego, California, with a focus on neurodegenerative diseases, oxidative stress, and antioxidants. Note: Podcast episodes…

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164: An Interview With Generalized Pustular Psoriasis Expert Arash Mostaghimi, MD 9:09

3M ago9:09

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Larry Luxner, senior correspondent for Rare Disease Advisor, interviews Arash Mostaghimi, MD, an associate professor of dermatology and a practicing physician at Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital. Dr. Mostaghimi is a recognized expert on generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP).By Rare Care Podcast

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Jean Molleston - Drug-Induced Liver Injury 36:39

3M ago36:39

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In this episode, hosts Drs. Peter Lu and Temara Hajjat talk to Dr. Jean Molleston about drug-induced liver injury (DILI) in children. Dr. Molleston is the former Division Chief of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Riley Children's and Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at University of Indiana School of Medicine. Learning Objectives: Und…

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Shamanism, Human Culture & the Evolution of Religion | Manvir Singh | 219 1:44:18

3M ago1:44:18

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Send us a text Short Summary: A detailed examination of shamanism with anthropologist Manvir Singh, blending evolutionary theory and vivid storytelling. About the guest: Manvir Singh, PhD is an anthropologist at the University of California, Davis. His new book, "Shamanism: The Timeless Religion," comes out on May 25, 2025. Note: Podcast episodes a…

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