In Good Health

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August 08Who Pays For Innovation? The Fragile State Of Federal Research Funding
Who Pays For Innovation? The Fragile State Of Federal Research Funding
Universities serve as the vital engines driving groundbreaking scientific discovery. Our experts explore the cutthroat world of securing research grants and explain why the future of global innovation hinges on highly competitive federal funding.
Guests:
Sally Kornbluth, President, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Darren Lipomi, professor & chair of the department of chemical & sustainability engineering, University of Rochester, author, Science Nonfiction
Host: Greg Johnson
Producer: Kristen Farrah
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August 08Reclaiming Medicine: The Ancient Practices That Offer Holistic Healing
Reclaiming Medicine: The Ancient Practices That Offer Holistic Healing
Has modern science erased a world of holistic healing? Our expert this week argues that true health must reunite scientific advancements with ancient teachings, including community, nature, and cultural traditions. She explores the root causes of why traditional wisdom was pushed to the margins of science, and how we can reclaim these historical practices.
Guest: Dr. Geeta Maker-Clark, director of integrative nutrition & advocacy, Endeavor Health, co-director of the culinary medicine program, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, author, Medicine for All People
Host and Producer: Kristen Farrah

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August 02The New Capital Punishment Pt 2: Proactive Solutions For Public Safety | How Music Is Helping Veterans Heal
The New Capital Punishment Pt 2: Proactive Solutions For Public Safety
With at least five people dying in state custody each day, relying on police to handle every non-violent crisis often leads to tragic, avoidable outcomes instead of care. Our experts advocate for a fundamental shift in emergency response, exploring how dispatching mental health and healthcare professionals to non-violent crises can save lives and redefine what it means to feel safe.
Guests: Terence Keel, professor of human biology & society, professor of African American studies, UCLA, author, The Coroner’s Silence, Founding Director, Lab for BioCritical Studies
Host and Producer: Kristen Farrah

How Music Is Helping Veterans Heal
For veterans battling the burden of PTSD, traditional therapies aren't always enough to heal the invisible wounds of war. Our experts highlight the impact of the "Guitars for Vets" program, an organization dedicated to helping service members find relief through the power of music. This unique initiative provides struggling heroes with a creative coping mechanism, a supportive community, and a peaceful path toward recovery.
Guests:
Brian Kane, development director, Guitars for Vets

Nathan LeCompte, interim executive director & director of operations, Guitars for Vets
Host: Greg Johnson
Producer: Kristen Farrah
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August 01How Music Is Helping Veterans Heal
How Music Is Helping Veterans Heal
For veterans battling the burden of PTSD, traditional therapies aren't always enough to heal the invisible wounds of war. Our experts highlight the impact of the "Guitars for Vets" program, an organization dedicated to helping service members find relief through the power of music. This unique initiative provides struggling heroes with a creative coping mechanism, a supportive community, and a peaceful path toward recovery.
Guests: Brian Kane, development director, Guitars for Vets, Nathan LeCompte, interim executive director & director of operations, Guitars for Vets
Host: Greg Johnson
Producer: Kristen Farrah
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August 01The New Capital Punishment Pt 2: Proactive Solutions For Public Safety
The New Capital Punishment Pt 2: Proactive Solutions For Public Safety
With at least five people dying in state custody each day, relying on police to handle every non-violent crisis often leads to tragic, avoidable outcomes instead of care. Our experts advocate for a fundamental shift in emergency response, exploring how dispatching mental health and healthcare professionals to non-violent crises can save lives and redefine what it means to feel safe.
Guest: Terence Keel, professor of human biology & society, professor of African American studies, UCLA, author, The Coroner’s Silence, Founding Director, Lab for BioCritical Studies
Host and Producer: Kristen Farrah
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August 01 How To Properly Prepare For A Hike, Solving The Mystery Of Chronic Itch, And Your Next Flu Shot May Include Bonus Protection | Medical Notes
You could get a three for one deal at your flu shot appointment this year. Researchers have discovered how to overcome chemo resistance. Are you properly prepared for your next hike? The mystery of chronic itch may finally be traced back to the finest hairs on your skin.
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July 26The New Capital Punishment: Exposing The Hidden Victims Of Police Violence | Behind Closed Doors Pt. 2: The Legal Nightmare Of Male Abuse Survivors
The New Capital Punishment: Exposing The Hidden Victims Of Police Violence
When an individual enters law enforcement custody, the state becomes legally responsible for their life, yet unexplained fatalities happen during these interactions every single day. Our expert exposes a deeply flawed and biased system of death investigations, detailing the gaps in how in-custody deaths are documented and reveals why the truth about police-related fatalities is so often buried.
Guest:
Terence Keel, professor of human biology & society, professor of African American studies, UCLA, author, The Coroner’s Silence, Founding Director, Lab for BioCritical Studies

Behind Closed Doors Pt.2: The Legal Nightmare Of Male Abuse Survivors
Male victims of intimate partner violence frequently face rejection from the very support systems meant to protect them. This systemic failure often traps them in abusive cycles for years, afraid of the threat of legal retaliation and weaponized custody battles once they finally try to leave. Our experts reveal the grueling journey of breaking free from a silent nightmare and highlight the true keys to recovery.
Guests:
Dr. Denise Hines, Elizabeth Shirley Enochs Endowed Professor of Social Work, George Mason University College of Public Health

Aaron Ellis, survivor & advocate
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July 25Behind Closed Doors Pt. 2: The Legal Nightmare Of Male Abuse Survivors
Behind Closed Doors Pt.2: The Legal Nightmare Of Male Abuse Survivors
Male victims of intimate partner violence frequently face rejection from the very support systems meant to protect them. This systemic failure often traps them in abusive cycles for years, afraid of the threat of legal retaliation and weaponized custody battles once they finally try to leave. Our experts reveal the grueling journey of breaking free from a silent nightmare and highlight the true keys to recovery.
Guests:
Dr. Denise Hines, Elizabeth Shirley Enochs Endowed Professor of Social Work, George Mason University College of Public Health

Aaron Ellis, survivor & advocate
Host: Greg Johnson
Producer: Kristen Farrah

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July 25The New Capital Punishment: Exposing The Hidden Victims Of Police Violence
The New Capital Punishment: Exposing The Hidden Victims Of Police Violence
When an individual enters law enforcement custody, the state becomes legally responsible for their life, yet unexplained fatalities happen during these interactions every single day. Our expert exposes a deeply flawed and biased system of death investigations, detailing the gaps in how in-custody deaths are documented and reveals why the truth about police-related fatalities is so often buried.
Guest: Terence Keel, professor of human biology & society, professor of African American studies, UCLA, author, The Coroner’s Silence, Founding Director, Lab for BioCritical Studies.

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July 25 Not All GLP-1’S Are Created Equal, How Exercise Fights Cancer, And Are You Too Tired To Drive? | Medical Notes
Not all GLP-1’s perform equally. A drowsy driver behind the wheel can be just as deadly as a drunk driver. Staying physically active as you get older may be blocking tumors from growing. We may be closer to transforming ocean water into cheap, drinkable freshwater.
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Each week, In Good Health, from the creators of Radio Health Journal, breaks down important news in medicine, science and technology with the help of world-renowned experts. Our three weekly segments will help guide you to a happier, healthier life – with some fun facts to share at dinner parties. Can magic mushrooms cure your depression? Have we outrun natural selection?