
Is Laughter the best medicine? We attempt to answer this and other pressing questions in Doctor Vs Comedian. Dr Asif Doja is a pediatric neurologist and Ali Hassan is a stand up comedian and actor (CBC‘s Laugh Out Loud, Designated Survivor, Goon) who are each fascinated by what the other one does. In each episode, Asif picks a topic for Ali from comedy and entertainment and questions Ali about it. Then Ali picks a topic from medicine and health and grills Asif on that subject. We talk about serious subjects in an unserious way. If you want to hear about comedy, entertainment, health and wellness and don‘t want to have to choose between being entertaining AND informed, then this show is for you.
Episodes

Friday Nov 24, 2023
Episode 137: 1993 Movie Debate / Loss of Smell (Anosmia)
Friday Nov 24, 2023
Friday Nov 24, 2023
On today’s episode Ali and Asif debate their favourite movies from 1993 (1:01). After a brief mention of Scarface from 1983, the guys discuss movies from 1993 did NOT make their top 10. Finally, the guys each give their top 10 lists from the year. Then the guys discuss anosmia aka the loss of smell (31:45). Ali introduces the topic by discussing chef and tv celebrity Joshna maharaj who came out about her diagnosis of anosmia several years ago. Asif talks about how smell works from a brain perspective and how it is related to taste. Ali then asks Asif about different types of smell loss and what causes them. They then discuss the relation between loss of smell and covid-19. Asif then goes over the natural history of these disorders and what investigations sometimes need to be done. Finally he discusses the prognosis and proposed treatment for anosmia and other disorders of smell.
The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.
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Show notes:
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How Losing Her Sense Of Smell Changed Joshna Maharaj’s Relationship With Food: https://chatelaine.com/food/joshna_maharaj_memoir/
- Abscent: https://abscent.org/
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Parosmia—a common consequence of covid-19: https://www.bmj.com/content/377/bmj-2021-069860
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Smell Disorders: https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/smell-disorders
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Distortion of Olfactory Perception: Diagnosis and Treatment: https://academic.oup.com/chemse/article/27/7/611/324055
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Anosmia: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK482152/

Friday Nov 17, 2023
Episode 136: U2 in Las Vegas / Injuries in Youth Athletes
Friday Nov 17, 2023
Friday Nov 17, 2023
Asif recently attended the U2 show at the Sphere in Las Vegas; many listeners had questions about this special show. So in the first half, Ali asks Asif about the show (2:14). The show takes place at the Sphere venue in Las Vegas. Asif discusses how the Sphere is 366 feet (112 m) high and 516 feet (157 m) wide at its broadest point and how it is the largest spherical building in the world at 875,000 sq ft (81,300 m2) and seats 18,600 people. He describes how the bowl-shaped theater contains the world’s highest-resolution wraparound LED screen and exterior is fitted with 1.2 million hockey puck-sized LEDs. Asif discusses how U2 was picked and how this residency was being done without drummer Larry Mullen Jr. Asif then gives his thoughts on the show, including the band playing 1991’s ‘Achtung Baby’ in its entirety.
Then Ali asks Asif about repetitive injuries in youth athletes (22:25). Asif discusses what puts children and teens at more risk for these injuries. They then discuss the common injuries youth can experience when playing single sports exclusively. Asif then discusses what players, coaches and athletes can do do prevent these injuries.
The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.
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Show notes:
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This futuristic entertainment venue in Las Vegas is the world’s largest spherical structure: https://www.cnn.com/2023/07/05/travel/msg-sphere-las-vegas-venue-cec/index.html
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The Las Vegas Sphere Is the World’s Largest Spherical Structure—And an Engineering Marvel: https://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/infrastructure/a45499347/las-vegas-sphere/
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Hundreds of U2 fans didn't know the seats they were buying for Las Vegas residency had limited views: https://www.nbcnews.com/business/business-news/u2-las-vegas-residency-hundreds-people-sold-tickets-obstructed-screen-rcna84853
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NHL Greats Emphasize Importance of Summer Sports: https://www.elitelevelhockey.com/former-greats-emphasize-taking-a-break-from-hockey/
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Preventing Repetitive Stress Injuries in Youth Athletes: What Every Parent Should Know: https://www.sportsmedicineoregon.com/blog/preventing-repetitive-stress-injuries-in-youth-athletes-what-every-parent-should-know
- Overuse Injuries in Children: https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases--conditions/overuse-injuries-in-children/
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Overuse Physeal Injuries in Youth Athletes: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5349397/
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Primary Periphyseal Stress Injuries in Young Athletes: A Systematic Review: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34370212
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Preventing Overuse Injuries in Young Athletes: https://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/en/about/newsroom/articles/preventing-overuse-injuries-in-youth-sports
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Injuries among young athletes are on the rise: https://www.uclahealth.org/news/injuries-among-young-athletes-are-rise
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I Love to Watch You Play: https://ilovetowatchyouplay.com/

Friday Nov 10, 2023
Episode 135: Matthew Perry / Addiction
Friday Nov 10, 2023
Friday Nov 10, 2023
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Today, we will be discussing the life and career of the late Matthew Perry (0:57). The guys start off by shouting out an interview with Perry from last year on CBC’s Q with Tom Power. They then discuss his early life growing up in Ottawa and his “beating up” Prime Minister Justin Trudeau when they were both children. They then go-over his early roles and his breakout success with ‘Friends’. They discuss his hit movies as well as other shows he has been on such as ‘Scrubs’ and ‘Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip’. Asif and Ali then segue into discussing Perry’s medical issues over the years, many of which were related to his addiction. In the second part, the guys discuss an approach to addiction in medicine (28:40). They talk about how common addiction is worldwide, but yet how many physicians feel untrained to discuss substance use with their patients. Asif discusses practical questions that can be asked to screen for alcohol or drug use. He then discusses ‘motivational interviewing’ for patients with addiction issues. Asif then discusses who patients with substance abuse and dependence can be referred to.
The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.
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Show notes:
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Matthew Perry shares his incredible story of survival and why fame wasn't the answer to his problems: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrZsyBhmMro
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Matthew Perry's Canadian connections: Friends star said he beat up young Trudeau: https://nationalpost.com/entertainment/celebrity/rip-matthew-perry
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The 'Growing Pains' When Matthew Perry Drove Drunk And Hit A Tree: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1nO-k1cw-w
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Matt Le Blanc - Heinz Ketchup Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_vssdys8lk
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Alanis Morissette - Walk Away (with Matt LeBlanc): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_LFnEoG62Q
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Salma Hayek Reflects On ‘Special Bond’ With Late Former Co-Star Matthew Perry: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/salma-hayek-sadness-matthew-perry-death_n_6540cd92e4b0ae2dc0b513b0
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Hank Azaria Says Matthew Perry ‘Helped Me Get Sober’: https://www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-news/matthew-perry-hank-azaria-sober-1234865759/
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‘An alcoholic from the age of 14’: Matthew Perry’s troubled life and foreshadowed death: https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2023/oct/29/alcoholic-troubled-life-matthew-perry-addicted-substance
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Matthew Perry went to rehab 15 times before getting sober. Here’s why it’s so hard: https://www.cnn.com/2023/11/02/health/staying-sober-matthew-perry-wellness/index.html
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A Primary Care Approach to Substance Misuse: https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2013/0715/p113.html
- Practical Approach to Substance Use Disorders for the Family Physician: https://www.cfpc.ca/CFPC/media/PDF/MIGS-2021-Addiction-Medicine-ENG-Final.pdf

Friday Nov 03, 2023
Episode 134: Special Q and A episode
Friday Nov 03, 2023
Friday Nov 03, 2023
On today’s special episode, Ali and Asif answer listener questions about all things comedy, doctoring and… everything else. Join us as the guys answer questions about the ‘Barbie Movie’, ‘Odd Squad’, favourite candy, favourite restaurants, comedy crowds and Ali’s Mount Rushmore of comedy. The guys also answer some follow up questions on their episodes on sleep apnea, tv comedies. Jon Mulaney and hernias. They even discuss some topics that should eventually be full episodes, including the issue of hospital parking and the death of movie theaters.
The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.
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Show notes:
- Inside Alchemist, Copenhagen’s Jaw-Droppingly Paradoxical New Frontier in Fine Dining: https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2019/07/inside-alchemist-copenhagen-fine-dining

Friday Oct 27, 2023
Episode 133: Martin Short /Colonoscopies
Friday Oct 27, 2023
Friday Oct 27, 2023
Today, Ali and Asif discuss the career of actor and comedian Martin Short in response to an article that recently appeared in Slate magazine (1:00). The guys start off by first discussing a bit of background on Martin Short’s early life and they provide some interesting trivia tidbits they found while doing their research, including Martin Short’s 9 categories for self evaluation. They then discuss the article from Slate magazine ‘Why We Keep Putting Up With Martin Short’ and the celebrities who came to his defense after the article. Ali and Asf then discuss their favourite Martin short characters and performances. Ali then discusses how Martin Short, Steve Martin and Tom Hanks have ‘colonoscopy parties’ to prepare for their procedures (27:50). The guys then segue into discussing colonoscopies. Asif talks about the indications for colonoscopies and what happens during the procedure. Asif discusses his experience with colonoscopies and the prep required. The guys discuss what can be found on colonoscopy and what the risks are for the procedure. Finally the guys discuss why the screening suggestions for colon cancer are different in the US vs Canada.
The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.
Music courtesy of Wataboi and 8er41 from Pixabay
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Show notes:
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Martin Short’s Nine Categories for Self Evaluation: https://awealthofcommonsense.com/2018/10/martin-shorts-nine-categories-for-self-evaluation/
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Martin Short Presents Canada: https://www.coinworld.com/news/world-coins/martin-short-presents-canada.html
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Kathie Lee Gifford Asks Martin Short About Wife, Unaware She's Dead: https://abcnews.go.com/blogs/entertainment/2012/05/kathie-lee-gifford-asks-martin-short-about-wife-unaware-shes-dead
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Why We Keep Putting Up With Martin Short: https://slate.com/culture/2023/09/martin-short-only-murders-in-the-building-season-3-snl.html
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Ben Stiller, Mark Hamill, and more celebs defend Martin Short after op-ed calls him 'desperately unfunny': https://ew.com/celebrity/celebrities-defend-martin-short-after-op-ed-calls-him-desperately-unfunny/
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Martin Short Defended by Fans and Celebrities After Critic Calls Him ‘Desperately Unfunny': https://www.complex.com/pop-culture/a/alex-ocho/martin-short-defended-by-fans-and-celebrities-from-critic
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Tom Nichols: I said I couldn't stand Indian food. Then a Twitter friend took me to dinner: https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2021/06/12/indian-food-fundraiser-tom-nichols-lamb-spicy/7659768002/?gnt-cfr=1
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Steve Martin and Martin Short Have Colonoscopy Parties with Tom Hanks: 'It's Great Fun': https://people.com/health/steve-martin-martin-short-colonoscopy-parties-tom-hanks/
- Colonoscopy: https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1819350-overview?gclid=Cj0KCQjw7JOpBhCfARIsAL3bobc1ODdGgB4e4n6QUzEAOs89p6ATA-jtUK9wWSI8UwJ6n0_UENGGD5MaArW8EALw_wcB&form=fpf
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Commentary by CRC Screening Experts: Dr. Dennis Ahnen & Dr. Aasma Shaukat: https://gi.org/2016/02/25/canadian-task-force-recommends-against-colonoscopy/
- FIT testing: a reality check for family physicians: http://www.oags.org/2019FITarticle_omr-2019-08-31-section.pdf

Friday Oct 20, 2023
Episode 132: Netflix’s ‘Wrestlers’ / Seizures and Pseudoseizures
Friday Oct 20, 2023
Friday Oct 20, 2023
Today, Asif and Ali discuss the new Netflix docuseries ‘Wrestlers’ (1:30). The guys discuss the director of the show, Greg Whiteley, and his other shows ‘Last Chance U’ and ‘Cheer’. They then discuss the main characters in the show, including former wrestler Al Snow, talk radio celebrity Matt Jones and breakout star . They discuss their thoughts on the show and how the show is really about showmanship, devotion to craft and putting everything on the line for a dream.
Then, since a character in ‘Wrestlers’ has what appears to be a seizure in one episode (mild spoiler), the guys then discuss seizures and pseudoseizures (24:40). Asif reviews the definition of seizures and epilepsy. He then goes over first aid for seizures and the dangers of brain injury with prolonged seizures (status epilepticus). In the show, the seizure appears to be precipitated by a stressful event. Asif explains that stress in and of itself does not really cause seizures, but it can be related to pseudoseizures aka non-epileptic events. These are a psychogenic type of disorder, also called conversion disorder or functional neurologic disorder. Asif talks about how these are often related to underlying stress or anxiety and how they can be related to a past history of psychological trauma. He describes how their appearance can be different from actual seizures and he also explains how a test (EEG) can help to differentiate these. Asif then goes over the treatment for this disorder.
The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.
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Show notes:
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Is Pro Wrestling Any Less 'Real' Than the Mayweather/McGregor Fight? Al Snow Doesn't Think So: https://www.menshealth.com/entertainment/a45156115/wrestlers-netflix-al-snow-interview/
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‘Wrestlers’ Is Greg Whiteley’s Latest Underdog Tale: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/13/arts/television/wrestlers-netflix-greg-whiteley.html
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The Hilarious Story of An Al Snow Toy Was Deemed "One of the Most Dangerous Toys in America": https://www.thesportster.com/wwe-hilarious-story-of-al-snow-toy-deemed-most-dangerous-toys-in-america/
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Heritage Minutes: Wilder Penfield: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pUOG2g4hj8s
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A definition and classification of status epilepticus--Report of the ILAE Task Force on Classification of Status Epilepticus: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26336950/
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Functional/dissociative seizures: Review of its relationship with trauma, dissociation and the neurobiological underpinnings: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2772598722000526
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Childhood trauma and psychogenic nonepileptic seizures: A review of findings with speculations on the underlying mechanisms: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1525505015005223
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Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK441871/
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KY Medical Review Board Program: https://drive.ky.gov/Drivers/Pages/MRB.aspx

Friday Oct 13, 2023
Episode 131: Top TV comedies of the 2000’s / Brain Worms
Friday Oct 13, 2023
Friday Oct 13, 2023
Based on a recent article from the AV club, Ali and Asif list their top 10 TV comedies from the 2000’s (2:03). See who made the list, and who was left off (horrific spoiler – the following shows did NOT make our top 10: Schitt’s Creek, Ted Lasso and Brooklyn 99).
Then the guys discuss the recent new article about a woman in Australia who had a parasitic worm removed from her brain (41:46). Asif discusses this rare diagnosis and how scientists eventually figured out it actually was a worm that typically infects pythons. Asif then discusses a much more common infection – neurocysticercosis which is a tapeworm infection of the brain. Asif discusses how common it is and how people can contract it (often by eating infected undercooked pork). Asif talks about the presenting symptoms and how it is one of the most common causes of epilepsy around the globe. He then goes over the treatment of the disease.
The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.
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Show notes:
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The 50 best TV comedies since 2000: https://www.avclub.com/best-tv-comedy-shows-since-2000-1850752856
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‘Still alive and wriggling:’ Doctors remove 3-inch parasitic worm from woman’s brain in world first: https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/29/australia/australia-parasitic-worm-brain-scn-intl-hnk/index.html
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Cysticercosis FAQs: https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/cysticercosis/gen_info/faqs.html
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Neurocysticercosis: https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1168656-overview?icd=login_success_email_match_norm#a4

Friday Oct 06, 2023
Episode 130: Hasan Minhaj’s ‘True Lies’ / Narcissistic Personality disorder
Friday Oct 06, 2023
Friday Oct 06, 2023
Today, the guys discuss the controversy surrounding comedian Hasan Minhaj and the recent New Yorker article ‘Emotional Truths’ by Clare Malone (1:52). Ali summarizes the bombshells in the article, including the fact that several of the stories Minhaj recounts in his stand up specials were untrue. The guys then compare Hasan’s case to other famous cases including Stephen Rannazzisi, who lied about being in the Twin Towers during 911 and news anchor Brian Williams who lied about being shot down in a military helicopter. The guys then discuss how the article causes one to re-evaluate Minhaj’s stand-up specials and if they feel the controversy will jeopardize him inheriting ‘The Daily Show’ from Trevor Noah.
Then the guys discussing Narcissistic personality disorder (30:23) (N.B. there is no evidence Hasan Minhaj has this disorder). Asif talks about the Greek myth it is based on as well as the diagnostic criteria. Asif discusses how it is diagnosed and how ‘countertransference’ can be a clue to the treating therapist that a patient has NPD. Asif then talks about the treatment and tip for practitioners who are seeing a patient with NPD. Finally the guys discuss whether Donal Trump had NPD and how psychiatrists were reminded to refrain from armchair analysis of public figures in 2016.
The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.
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Show notes:
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Hasan Minhaj’s “Emotional Truths”: https://www.newyorker.com/news/annals-of-communications/hasan-minhajs-emotional-truths
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Lying in Comedy Isn’t Always Wrong, but Hasan Minhaj Crossed a Line: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/20/arts/hasan-minhaj-comedy.html
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The League star admits he lied about 9/11 escape: https://ew.com/article/2015/09/16/league-rannazzisi-lied-911
- Free Brian Williams: https://www.pushkin.fm/podcasts/revisionist-history/free-brian-williams
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Current understanding of narcissism and narcissistic personality disorder: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/bjpsych-advances/article/currentunderstanding-of-narcissism-and-narcissistic-personality-disorder/4AA8B04FB352F8E00AA7988B63EBE973
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Narcissistic Personality Disorder: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK556001/
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Psychiatrists Reminded To Refrain From Armchair Analysis Of Public Figures: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2016/08/13/489807468/psychiatrists-reminded-to-refrain-from-armchair-analysis-of-public-figures

Friday Sep 29, 2023
Episode 129: Bruce Springsteen / Peptic Ulcer Disease
Friday Sep 29, 2023
Friday Sep 29, 2023
Today Ali and Asif discuss the career of the man, the myth, the legend, ‘The Boss’ Bruce Springsteen (2:03). They start off by discussing his early life growing up in New Jersey, his working class background, and how he feels somewhat like a ‘fraud’. Then they talk about his nickname ‘The Boss’ and how people call out “Bruuuuce” in his concerts. The guys then discuss famous covers of his songs and other trivia about Springsteen (Ali also tells a story about meeting Jake Clemons, from the E Street Band). They then each go over their favorite ‘hidden gems’ from Bruce Springsteen’s catalog.
Then Ali asks Asif about peptic ulcer disease (34:35), since Springsteen had to cancel several dates on his current tour because of complications of this disorder. Asif talks about what it is, how common it is and the main things that contribute to it, namely non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and infection with the bacteria Helicobacter Pylori. Asif then talks about the presenting symptoms and how your doctor would test for it. He then goes over the treatment for peptic ulcer disease.
The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of a ny other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.
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Show notes:
- Springsteen on Broadway: https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/80232329
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Springsteen on Broadway review – joy and glory as the Boss unveils his flaws https: //www.theguardian.com/music/2017/oct/13/bruce-springsteen-review-walter-kerr-theatre-broadway-new-york
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Bruce Springsteen's 3 Kids: Everything to Know: https://people.com/parents/all-about-bruce-springsteen-kids/
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How ‘Blinded by the Light’ Brought Bruce Springsteen’s Music to the Screen for a Song : https://variety.com/2019/film/news/blinded-by-the-light-movie-bruce-springsteen-music-director-gurinder-chadha-interview-1203304893/
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Peptic Ulcer Disease: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK534792/
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Peptic Ulcer Perforated: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK538326/
- Peptic Ulcer Disease: https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/181753-overview

Thursday Sep 21, 2023
Selena Gomez /Lupus
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
Today Ali and Asif discuss the life and career of singer and actress Selena Gomez (0:54). They start off by discussing her start with children’s shows and movies, including her involvement with the Disney Channel. They talk about her philanthropy and their favourite songs of Selena’s. Ali and Asif then discuss Selena’s recent TV successes including ‘Selena + Chef’ and ‘Only Murders in the Building’. Then then discuss the documentary on Selena’s life from last year’s ‘Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me’, on Apple TV+. The guys then talk about Selena’s health struggles with both bipolar disease and lupus. Then then do a deep dive into lupus (30:49) and discuss what it is, how it got its name and what causes it. Asif talks about how lupus is “the great mimicker” how how it can cause virtually any symptom in medicine. He then discusses how it is diagnosed and treated.
The opinions expressed are those of the hosts, and do not reflect those of any other organizations. This podcast and website represents the opinions of the hosts. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions.
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Show notes:
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Selena Gomez: My Mind & Me review: a fascinating and frustrating pop doc: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2022/nov/03/selena-gomez-my-mind-me-review-a-fascinating-and-frustrating-pop-doc
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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK535405/
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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Diagnosis and Treatment: https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2023/0400/systemic-lupus-erythematosus.html
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An Overview of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) Pathogenesis, Classification, and Management: https://www.cureus.com/articles/114743-an-overview-of-systemic-lupus-erythematosus-sle-pathogenesis-classification-and-management#!/