The Body of Evidence

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009 - Blooper Reel #1 Sep 29, 2015

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While we recuperate from Funny You Should Think That! and the Trottier Public Science Symposium (and a marathon for one of us), we are metaphorically opening our doors to you: listen to our madness and flubs. It’s our very first blooper reel, but it’s so much more than this! You get to listen again to all our amazing jingles, courtesy of Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca. Plus you get to hear our theme song in its full Balkan jazz glory: “Troll of the Mountain Swing” by the Underscore Orkestra.

008 - Smoking Sep 17, 2015

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Smoking went from the coolest habit you could have to being harshly demonized. But what does the body of evidence say on cigarette smoking? The answer may surprise you. Plus: an announcement! Make sure your lunch time is free of pesky meetings on September 29th! You won’t want to miss this!

007 - Red Wine Sep 01, 2015

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We’ve all heard it: red wine is good for your heart. It was even on 60 Minutes! But how strong is the science behind this claim? And will drinking a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc make Dr. Labos more interesting to the women around him? Our street correspondent is comedian Thanos Michailopoulos (@thanosmic) and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca.

006 - Milk Aug 06, 2015

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Is milk a creamy health elixir or a dangerous brew of bacteria? Is there both rhyme and reason behind pasteurization or does it destroy milk’s dairy goodness? In an attempt to answer the question, Jonathan and Dr. Labos battle lactose intolerance and osteoporosis, deliver a history lesson on Louis Pasteur, and get tangled up in brucellosis. Do you have a brain abscess? Stop listening now and go see a doctor. Take a picture of the pus but don’t send it to us. Our street correspondent is comedian Jen Sakato and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca.

005 - E-Cigarettes Jul 02, 2015

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E-cigarettes are all the rage these days, and their manufacturers are claiming all kinds of things: they help you quit smoking, they’re healthier, they’ll enhance your sex life (OK, maybe not the last one). Is “vaping” better than smoking? Jonathan Jarry and Dr. Christopher Labos look at the body of evidence on e-cigarettes. Their addictive discussion is laced with lines from The Lion King, quotes from Shakespeare, and obscure phonological references. Our street correspondent is comedian Thanos Michailopoulos and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca.

004 - Beauty Products Jun 04, 2015

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We all want to look younger, but are beauty products worth the money we pay? Jonathan Jarry and Dr. Christopher Labos sit down to talk concealers, Retin-A, photoageing, and tzatziki face masks. But the real question is: if this is radio, why is Dr. Labos painting his face like a clown? Maybe David Bowie has the answer. Our street correspondent is Emily Bilton and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca.

003 - Vitamins May 07, 2015

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Are vitamin supplements useful or wasteful? Dr. Christopher Labos and Jonathan Jarry look at the body of evidence on these ubiquitous pills and end up talking about grapefruit love, fake dating profiles, and pants. The comedian is Simren Sandhu and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca.

002 - Annual Checkups Apr 15, 2015

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Dr. Christopher Labos and Jonathan Jarry talk about how often you should go see your doctor. Pap smears, rectal exams, and Dr. Labos’ secret hobbies all get a mention, with a massive dose of tzatziki. The comedian is Thanos Michailopoulos and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca.

Special - Dr. Labos and Jonathan on CJAD (March 31 2015) Apr 07, 2015

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Dr. Christopher Labos and Jonathan Jarry were the guests of Toula Drimonis and Dave Kaufman on the show The Exchange on CJAD radio in Montreal. If you missed the show, here is our segment! We talk podcasting, how we met, green coffee beans, and oil of oregano. And Viagra! And there’s a caller, but Toula forgot which button to press! Send us your questions via carrier pigeon!

001 - Natural Health Products Mar 29, 2015

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Dr. Christopher Labos and Jonathan Jarry demystify common medical misconceptions and, on their very first episode, they talk about natural health products. Horney goat weed, “pretty please” pleading, and a touch of methamphetamines are all on the menu. The comedian is Thanos Michailopoulos and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl.

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