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by Julia Brunet and Yvette Gonzalez, D.O.
Funny Medicine Podcast – The Cure for Boring Medical Talk! Get your dose of medicine— but funny! 🤣💊 Join Dr. Yvy and medical researcher Julia Brunet, two science-loving besties who break down medical mysteries, health fads, and the weirdest wellness trends with wit and sarcasm. From anti-aging disasters to bizarre medical history and the latest in medicine and health, they serve up expert insights with a side of sarcasm. Each week, they dissect trending health topics, viral medical news, and those too-weird-to-be-true medical cases—so you learn and laugh along the way. Whether you’re a healthcare pro, a curious hypochondriac, or just here for the comedy, Funny Medicine Podcast is your prescription for hilarious medical banter. 💉 Laugh. Learn. Repeat. 🎧
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- 5 days ago1h 3m
Burnout Isn’t Just Being Tired — Here’s What It Actually Feels Like | Funny Medicine Podcast
Burnout isn’t just being tired, and apparently it also isn’t magically cured by a yoga class, better time management, or the sacred workplace pizza party. 🙃 In Funny Medicine Podcast Episode 135, we’re breaking down what burnout actually is, what workplace burnout can feel like, how chronic stress can affect you mentally and physically, and why the solution isn’t always telling exhausted people to become “more resilient.” And somehow… this episode also turned into an unexpected therapy session about medical residency. We have regrets. 😂 We get into: 🔥 What burnout actually means according to the WHO 🧠 Burnout symptoms including mental exhaustion, brain fog, cynicism and feeling unlike yourself ⚖️ Burnout vs. depression, and why the distinction matters 🏥 Physician burnout, healthcare worker burnout and medical residency 💼 Workplace stress, overwhelming workloads and staffing shortages 📱 Why being constantly reachable can make disconnecting from work nearly impossible 🛑 Workplace boundaries and the “right to disconnect” 😵💫 Why burnout can make capable people suddenly feel like they can’t function normally 🧘 Why individual wellness strategies aren’t enough when the workplace itself is the problem 👩💼 Leadership, management and creating healthier work environments 👵 Millennials, Gen X, Gen Z and how different generations approach workplace boundaries ✅ What research suggests may actually help with burnout and chronic work stress We also get VERY personal about what burnout looked like during medical school and residency, including brutal schedules, working day after day without enough recovery time, feeling emotionally detached, losing appetite, mental fog, workplace pressure and reaching the point where you simply have nothing left to give. Basically: “I’m fine”, but in burnout font.** Burnout is real, but it’s also complicated. It isn’t a character flaw, it isn’t proof that someone “isn’t resilient enough,” and it shouldn’t automatically be used to explain every symptom someone experiences. Sometimes the question isn’t: “Why can’t I handle this?” It’s: “What has changed that is making it so hard for me to function?” And sometimes the answer is that no amount of color-coded planners can fix doing the workload of three people. 🎧 Watch the full episode and tell us in the comments: What was the first sign that made you realize you were actually burned out—not just tired or having a bad week? ⚕️ Educational Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for individualized medical or mental health care. Persistent, severe or concerning symptoms deserve evaluation by an appropriate healthcare professional. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or is in immediate danger, seek emergency assistance. In the U.S., you can call or text 988** to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. #Burnout #WorkplaceBurnout #FunnyMedicinePodcast THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode → https://linktr.ee/funnymedicine Support the show • Drop a comment with your questions or stories Instagram & Threads: @funnymedicinepodcast Twitter/X: @FunnyMedPod TikTok: @funnymedicinepodcast 📚 Sources listed in YouTube video version of this episode.
- 2 weeks ago28 min
Sleep Divorce: Why 1 in 3 Couples Are Choosing Separate Beds | Funny Medicine Podcast EP 134
Sleep Divorce: Why Couples Sleep Separately (Snoring, Insomnia, OSA, RLS) | Funny Medicine Yvy and Julie discuss “sleep divorce,” the choice for couples to sleep in separate beds or rooms to improve rest without ending the relationship, noting it’s common and growing in the U.S. They review survey data showing about one-third of Americans sleep separately at least occasionally, with millennials leading, and cite a ResMed survey reporting widespread partner sleep disruption from snoring. They explain sleep stages, how partners influence sleep, and the pros and cons of co-sleeping, including oxytocin benefits versus health harms from disrupted sleep. Medical drivers covered include obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), restless legs syndrome and periodic limb movement disorder, insomnia, and mismatched chronotypes, plus relationship effects of sleep deprivation on conflict, stress hormones, and inflammation. They recommend addressing underlying causes first (OSA screening, sleep study, CPAP, CBT-I), trying practical fixes (separate duvets, white noise, earplugs), and making any sleep separation intentional. 00:00 Awkward Cold Open 00:14 Introducing Sleep Divorce 00:50 Rebranding The Term 01:41 What Sleep Divorce Means 02:44 Origins And History 03:31 Scandinavian Sleep Method 04:46 How Common It Is 07:10 Science Of Co Sleeping 09:24 Medical Causes OSA 11:30 Restless Legs And Kicking 13:51 Insomnia And Circadian Mismatch 14:58 Chronotypes and Sleep Divorce 16:04 Sleep Loss and Fighting 17:00 Science of Sleep Relationship Loop 18:54 Benefits of Sleeping Apart 20:45 Risks and Loneliness Tradeoffs 23:03 Medical Steps Before Divorce 24:19 Making It Intentional 25:59 Bottom Line and Rebrand 28:06 Wrap Up and Goodbye THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode → https://linktr.ee/funnymedicine Support the show • Drop a comment with your questions or stories Instagram & Threads: @funnymedicinepodcast Twitter/X: @FunnyMedPod TikTok: @funnymedicinepodcast 📚 SOURCES are listed on the YouTube on the video version of this episode.
- Jul 8, 202656 min
Hormone Pellets Explained: Injections & What Doctors Won't Tell You | Funny Medicine Podcast
Hormone Pellets: Benefits, FDA Warnings, Side Effects & What ACOG Says | Funny Medicine On the Funny Medicine podcast, Yvy and Julie return to discuss hormone pellets, a controversial wellness trend popular on social media and in cities like Miami. They explain what pellets are, how they’re implanted under the skin for 3–6 months, and why the inability to remove or titrate dosing drives major medical concerns. They review the history of pellets from 1930s research, contrast pellets with standard hormone replacement therapy, and describe how perimenopause/menopause symptoms and the 2002 WHI backlash contributed to demand. They cite studies showing supraphysiologic hormone levels with pellets, higher side-effect rates than FDA-approved therapy, and FDA/NASEM concerns including thousands of unreported adverse events. They summarize positions from ACOG, the Menopause Society, and the Endocrine Society, and share questions patients should ask before considering pellets. THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode → https://linktr.ee/funnymedicine Support the show • Drop a comment with your questions or stories Instagram & Threads: @funnymedicinepodcast Twitter/X: @FunnyMedPod TikTok: @funnymedicinepodcast 📚 SOURCES listed in video version of this episode on YouTube.
- May 26, 20261h 1m
Peptides Explained: Injections & What Doctors Won't Tell You | Funny Medicine Podcast
Are peptides the future of medicine, or the most overhyped wellness trend on the internet? In this episode of Funny Medicine Podcast, we break down everything you need to know about peptides: what they actually are, how they work inside your body, and why they're suddenly everywhere — from your doctor's office to your Instagram feed to RFK Jr.'s policy agenda. 🔬 We cover the real science behind trending peptides like semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy), tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound), BPC-157, CJC-1295, ipamorelin, thymosin alpha-1, and epithalon, including what the clinical evidence actually says vs. what influencers are claiming. 💉 From subcutaneous injections to nasal sprays to oral peptides, we explain how these compounds are taken, why most can't survive your stomach, and why that matters. ⚠️ PLUS: the gray market and black market peptide boom; contamination risks, counterfeit Ozempic warnings, infection dangers, and what happens when you buy peptides from unregulated online vendors. 🏛️ We also cover the 2026 FDA regulatory battle and RFK Jr.'s controversial push to expand compounding pharmacy access to peptides, and what it means for you. 📌 WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE: - What peptides are and how they work (lock-and-key receptor science) - 120+ years of peptide history, Nobel Prizes, insulin, and beyond - GLP-1 receptor agonists: semaglutide vs. tirzepatide; weight loss, cardiovascular outcomes, muscle loss risks - BPC-157: compelling animal data, zero completed human trials, FDA status - CJC-1295 + ipamorelin: the growth hormone stack and its real risks - Thymosin Alpha-1: approved in 35+ countries, what it does for immunity and aging - Epithalon and telomere science: real or hype? - How peptides are administered: injectable vs. oral vs. nasal spray vs. topical - Gray market dangers: contamination, mislabeling, counterfeit GLP-1 drugs - The FDA vs. compounding pharmacy battle of 2026 - Evidence-based takeaways: what to actually do THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode → https://linktr.ee/funnymedicine 💬 Tell us in the comments: Have you tried peptides? What was your experience? 📲 Follow us on Instagram, TikTok & Threads: @funnymedicinepodcast 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://linktr.ee/funnymedicine New episodes every other Tuesday. Support the show • Drop a comment with your questions or stories 🔔 Subscribe: https://bit.ly/FunnyMedicineSubscribe Instagram & Threads: @funnymedicinepodcast Twitter/X: @FunnyMedPod TikTok: @funnymedicinepodcast
- May 12, 202651 min
The Raw Milk Trend Needs to Be Studied… Literally | Funny Medicine Podcast
Raw milk is having a very loud wellness-internet moment… so naturally, we had to talk about it. In this episode of Funny Medicine Podcast, we break down the raw milk craze, why people are suddenly obsessed with it again, what pasteurization actually does, and why the “natural is always better” argument gets very questionable once bacteria, foodborne illness, and bird flu enter the chat. We’re talking about the history of milk safety, Louis Pasteur being the MVP, raw milk claims vs. actual science, the risks of pathogens like E. coli, Salmonella, Listeria, Campylobacter, and why H5N1 bird flu in dairy cattle has made the raw milk conversation even more urgent. Also discussed: raw milk laws, herd share loopholes, wellness influencer marketing, pregnancy risks, kids and foodborne illness complications, probiotics, lactose intolerance myths, and one deeply upsetting cow udder video that none of us emotionally consented to. This episode is for anyone who has seen raw milk trending on TikTok, Instagram, Threads, or YouTube and wondered: “Wait… are people really drinking that?” Spoiler: yes. And we have thoughts. Subscribe for more funny, science-based conversations about medicine, health trends, wellness claims, public health, medical misinformation, and the weird things people put on the internet. Follow Funny Medicine Podcast for more evidence-based health conversations with a side of chaos. THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE. New episodes every other Tuesday. Support the show • Drop a comment with your questions or stories 🔔 Subscribe: https://bit.ly/FunnyMedicineSubscribe Instagram & Threads: @funnymedicinepodcast Twitter/X: @FunnyMedPod TikTok: @funnymedicinepodcast Sources listed in video version of this episode on Youtube.
- Apr 28, 202649 min
GLP-1 Update 2026: What Ozempic, Wegovy & Zepbound Are Doing to the Body | Funny Medicine Podcast
What’s new with GLP-1 medications in 2026? In this episode of Funny Medicine Podcast, we break down the latest updates on Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, Mounjaro, semaglutide, tirzepatide, and next-generation GLP-1 drugs. We first covered this topic when GLP-1s were just starting to dominate the conversation. Now, a few years later, we’re looking at what happened next: the benefits, the concerns, the research updates, and why these medications have become one of the biggest health topics in medicine, wellness, and pop culture. In this episode, we talk about: • what GLP-1 drugs actually do in the body • semaglutide and tirzepatide updates • Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound differences • weight loss, food noise, metabolism, and appetite changes • GLP-1s and sleep apnea • GLP-1s and addiction, reward pathways, and brain effects • muscle loss, protein intake, and strength training • side effects, safety concerns, and who should avoid them • cancer questions, pancreatitis concerns, vision changes, and ongoing research • oral GLP-1 pills and what may be coming next We also get into the real-world conversation around these medications: why some people see them as life-changing, why others are skeptical, and what science actually says right now. If you’ve been curious about Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, Mounjaro, GLP-1 side effects, GLP-1 benefits, GLP-1 risks, or the latest weight loss drug updates, this episode is for you. THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE. New episodes every other Tuesday. 📱 Follow Funny Medicine Podcast on all social platforms for bonus content, behind-the-scenes moments, and community discussions.Support the show • Drop a comment with your questions or stories 🔔 Subscribe: https://bit.ly/FunnyMedicineSubscribe Instagram & Threads: @funnymedicinepodcast Twitter/X: @FunnyMedPod TikTok: @funnymedicinepodcastReferences listed in video version of this episode on Youtube.
- Apr 14, 202637 min
Havana Syndrome: Brain Fog Mystery Scientists Can’t Explain
What is Havana Syndrome, and why are scientists, doctors, and intelligence agencies still arguing about it nearly a decade later? In this episode of the Funny Medicine Podcast, we break down one of the strangest modern medical mysteries: the reports of a loud metallic sound, sudden head pressure, brain fog, headaches, dizziness, hearing changes, and other symptoms that came to be known as Havana Syndrome, now also called Anomalous Health Incidents. We get into: • how the first cases were reported in Havana in 2016 • why the symptoms sounded unbelievable at first • the eerie detail that some people said the sound came from one specific spot in a room • why doctors took it seriously once multiple patients described similar experiences • the debate between directed energy / microwave exposure and functional neurological disorder • what studies in JAMA, the NIH, and other major investigations have found • the cricket theory, and why it did not fully explain the health symptoms • the Russia connection, intelligence reporting, and the recent reporting around a suspected $15 million microwave device • why this case sits at the crossroads of neurology, psychology, physics, geopolitics, and spycraft This episode is classic Funny Medicine Podcast: real medical science, a genuinely fascinating mystery, and just enough sarcasm to keep things fun without losing the facts. If you like medical mysteries, neurology, brain health, science podcasts, health news, strange case studies, and spy-story-level weirdness, this one is for you. Watch until the end and let us know in the comments: Do you think Havana Syndrome was caused by directed energy, functional neurological disorder, a mix of both, or something else entirely? Subscribe to the Funny Medicine Podcast for more episodes on: medical mysteries brain health weird science health news medicine explained simply controversial medical questions fascinating true medical stories Follow Funny Medicine Podcast on all our socials for more clips, new episodes, and behind-the-scenes content.
- Dec 30, 20251h 0m
2025 Medical Awards, Biggest Breakthroughs, Biggest Fails, and the Health Stories That Took Over Your Feed
We close out 2025 with a Medical Awards show. Big breakthroughs, public health setbacks, and the health stories that took over your feed. You get the facts, the context, and the evidence, without the jargon overload. In this episode: Over the counter decongestant update, oral phenylephrine and why experts said it fails congestion relief Misinformation Spotlight Award, the Tylenol acetaminophen and autism panic, what the strongest reviews and major medical groups say Most Overhyped Trend, berberine, what research supports, what it does not TikTok wellness food trend, fibermaxxing, real benefits of dietary fiber and what happens when people overdo it Most dangerous challenge, bone smashing for a jawline, real risks from facial trauma Public health fail, measles resurgence, why outbreaks follow low vaccination coverage Strange case report, live worm found in the brain, how rare infections end up in real headlines Medical breakthrough, CRISPR based gene therapy for sickle cell disease, what it changes and what the process involves Most inspiring feat, brain spine interface research helping paralysis patients regain steps Game Changer in Medicine Award, GLP 1 medications, Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, what studies show on weight loss and heart outcomes, plus the tradeoffs You will hear: How to spot health misinformation fast How to read “link” versus “cause” What to ask before trusting a health claim from social media 🎙️ New episodes every Tuesday! Subscribe for more medical deep dives that make complex topics actually entertaining. 📱 Follow Funny Medicine Podcast on all social platforms for bonus content, behind-the-scenes moments, and community discussions. THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE. * Support the show • Drop a comment with your questions or stories • Share this with a friend in healthcare, new parents, or anyone due for screening 🔔 Subscribe: https://bit.ly/FunnyMedicineSubscribe 🎧 Listen: https://funnymedicinepod.link 👍 Like & Share if you learned something new 📱 Follow us everywhere Instagram & Threads: @funnymedicinepodcast Twitter/X: @FunnyMedPod TikTok: @funnymedicinepodcast Sources listed in video version of this episode on Youtube.#funnymedicinepodcast Funny Medicine Podcast, medical awards, health news 2025, medicine recap 2025, phenylephrine oral decongestant, acetaminophen pregnancy evidence, Tylenol autism claim, berberine supplement evidence, fiber diet benefits, bone smashing trend risks, measles outbreak United States, brain worm case report, CRISPR sickle cell therapy, brain computer interface walking, GLP 1 drugs Ozempic Wegovy Mounjaro, obesity medicine, public health misinformation
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Funny Medicine Podcast – The Cure for Boring Medical Talk! Get your dose of medicine— but funny! 🤣💊 Join Dr. Yvy and medical researcher Julia Brunet, two science-loving besties who break down medical mysteries, health fads, and the weirdest wellness trends with wit and sarcasm. From anti-aging disasters to bizarre medical history and the latest in medicine and health, they serve up expert insights with a side of sarcasm. Each week, they dissect trending health topics, viral medical news, and those too-weird-to-be-true medical cases—so you learn and laugh along the way. Whether you’re a healthcare pro, a curious hypochondriac, or just here for the comedy, Funny Medicine Podcast is your prescription for hilarious medical banter. 💉 Laugh. Learn. Repeat. 🎧
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