#healthcare-policy
8 episodes
#1274: The Weight of "Mild": Understanding Chronic Depression
"Mild" depression isn't a light burden—it's a slow rot. Discover why clinical labels often fail to capture the reality of chronic low mood.
#1256: Why Hospitals Still Treat Dads Like Unwanted Guests
Why are new fathers still treated like guests? Explore the systemic exclusion of dads from the maternity ward to the digital world.
#1191: Are Your Vitamins Just Expensive Houseplants?
Are your vitamins actually doing anything? Discover the regulatory loopholes and quality control issues hiding behind your supplement labels.
#1188: The Fixed Patient Paradox: Is Therapy a Forever Subscription?
Is therapy a tool for healing or an infinite subscription? Explore the tension between quick protocols and decade-long clinical journeys.
#838: The Afternoon Crash: ADHD Boosters and Metabolism
Why do ADHD meds wear off early? Explore the science of fast metabolism and the role of booster doses in managing the daily neurochemical curve.
#496: Beyond the FDA: Why Small Nations Re-Review Medicine
If the FDA says a drug is safe, why wait? Explore the science, economics, and recent reforms behind local pharmaceutical approvals.
#479: The New Normal: Navigating COVID-19 in 2026
The pandemic "ended," but the virus remains. Herman and Corn break down the 2026 landscape of variants, policy shifts, and vaccine guidance.
#436: Why is it Harder to Get a License than a Baby?
You need a license to drive, but not to bring home a baby. Herman and Corn discuss the critical need for subsidized parenting education.