Health and Psychology
Human body and mind: medicine, mental health, neuroscience, ADHD, and everyday psychology.
#554: When the Sky Turns Orange: Making Decisions in Hazardous Air
Jerusalem’s sky has turned orange. Herman and Corn discuss how to navigate high AQI levels, PM 2.5 risks, and the science of protecting your lungs.
#552: Is Your Therapist Just a $200 a Week Habit?
Why does therapy feel like an endless loop? Explore the high cost of care and how AI is bridging the gap to provide structured, affordable support.
#550: Using Your Ears to See Better
Think you're a "visual learner"? Discover why learning styles are a myth and how auditory techniques can actually help you master visual skills.
#549: When Particles Cross Into Your Blood
Discover why the smallest air particles are the most dangerous and how HEPA filters tackle the "impossible" 0.3-micron challenge.
#547: The Thirst Tax: When Water Becomes a Luxury
Why is it so hard to find a drink in Jerusalem? Herman and Corn explore the history, economics, and public health of urban water access.
#546: Will Today’s Medicine Look Barbaric in 80 Years?
Herman and Corn explore the history of medical errors and ask: what are we doing today that will look like bloodletting in the future?
#545: The Tiny Glands That Control Your Calcium Bank
Think the thyroid is the only neck gland that matters? Discover why the tiny parathyroid is the master of your body's electrical signals.
#540: Sedation vs. Sleep: The Science of Restorative Rest
Are sleep meds helping or just knocking you out? Explore the gap between chemical sedation and true restorative sleep in this deep dive.
#536: Rebuilding Fitness Without Jostling Your Bile
Learn how to rebuild your fitness routine safely after surgery and chronic health setbacks without triggering bile gastritis.
#534: Before the Pill: The Brutal History of Psychiatry
Before modern meds, doctors used ice picks and malaria to treat the mind. Herman and Corn explore the desperate, dark history of early psychiatry.
#533: When Temperament Meets an Invalidating World
Explore the neurobiology and environmental triggers behind personality disorders and why they are more common than you think.
#530: Is Your Heartburn Pill Destroying Your Kidneys?
Are your heartburn meds a "biological time bomb"? Explore the science of PPIs and their impact on kidneys, heart health, and nutrient absorption.
#528: Why Talk Therapy Can't Reach Stuck Memories
Explore the science of EMDR and how innovative therapies help adults process the biological impact of childhood trauma to reclaim their lives.
#525: Faith or Delusion? Navigating the Clinical Divide
How do doctors distinguish deep faith from mental illness? Explore the line between magical thinking and clinical psychosis in Jerusalem.
#524: Beyond the Stigma: The New Science of Schizophrenia
Explore the truth about schizophrenia, from the "urbanicity effect" to a revolutionary new class of drugs that change the game.
#523: The Mold You Can't See: A Renter's Nightmare
A leaky roof is more than a drip—it’s a biological hazard. Discover the science of mold, health risks, and your rights as a renter.
#522: The Masked Hug: Keeping Baby Safe When You're Sick
When parents get sick, the house doesn't stop. Learn the essential protocols for protecting your baby when you're in survival mode.
#517: The 12-Foot Mattress: Decoding the Family Bed Debate
Can a 12-foot mattress make co-sleeping safe? Explore the science of SIDS, the "Asian Paradox," and the reality of the "Family Bed."
#516: From Squawks to Sentences: The Mystery of Language
From "ba-ba" to complex sentences, explore the incredible journey of how infants transform raw sound into meaningful human communication.
#515: The Video Deficit Effect: Why Toddlers Learn from Grandma but Not from TV
Explore the real impact of screens on developing brains and why "educational" videos might actually hinder learning in early childhood.