This week Jer and Bri sit down with Dan, a survivor of not just one, but two emergency brain surgeries. At the young age of 28, Dan's life took a drastic turn when he was handed a sealed envelope after a visit to the optometrist and told to go directly to the hospital. The cause of his persistent headaches turned out to be a brain hemorrhage, and Dan was faced with a long and challenging road to recovery. Through grit, perseverance, and resilience, Dan relearned everything he once knew, from how to walk to how to smile. He spent weeks in a coma and months in a rehab hospital, but he never gave up on his journey to rebuild his life.

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"Sorry kid, you're not sick enough for us anymore." This week the fellas discuss the Make-A-Wish Foundation's controversial decision to change their policy on cystic fibrosis. Apparently, medical advances have made it possible for these patients to live longer, which means they don't automatically qualify for a wish anymore. Also, did you know a year's worth of Trikafta could be made as cheap as $5700? Yet some poorer countries aren’t being given access to the drug and it’s killing young folks with CF as a result. Why are orcas killing sharks and removing their livers with surgical precision? Maybe Liver King was right, Liver is king. Get ready to yawn… seriously though, the guys probably yawned 8 times between them during the show. Finally for WHAT THE HELLTH!? Gym bros are eating dog food for gains. It’s disgusting.

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This week the fellas chat with Jon Jon Rivero, CEO & Founder of Qi Creative, a therapy practice that services children and schools of all abilities. Jon Jon is also an award-winning producer, director, and actor. We discuss his personal story of becoming an occupational therapist and how his upbringing influenced his approach to therapy. We also highlight the importance of honouring the background and culture of patients when engaging with them. Jon Jon shares his experience as a performing artist and how it relates to his work as a trauma specialist, and how it can be used in therapy sessions to help patients express themselves and process their emotions.

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This week Bri and Jer are joined by Amanda Vegter, a 4th-year veterinary student at Colorado State University who found out she had Stage II breast cancer during her studies. She shares how she discovered a lump but didn't get it checked out because she was "too busy" (I mean, hey… Vet school is busy). After travelling to Africa and contracting tick bite fever, Amanda decided to get it checked and was diagnosed. She goes into the effects of forced/early menopause and how they're often overlooked in breast cancer treatment. Amanda reveals how they were nearly as bad, if not worse than the cancer treatment itself, which no one warned her about.

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This week Jer introduces a new segment - DID YA KNOW?! Did you know Pepto Bismol makes your poop and tongue black? If you've experienced this, don't freak out - it's just because of the “bismuth” in Pepto. Just remember, Pepto Bismol may give you a dark side, but it also gives you fast and effective relief from your tummy troubles. Stay cool and let your stomach chill with Pepto Bismol! (This is not an ad). Some smart people created a bandage that's not just any bandage, but one that uses electrotherapy to heal wounds like a superhero on steroids. A Brantford woman is all sorts of F’ed up and will hopefully be serving some much-needed time behind bars for committing some of the most messed up stuff we’ve ever heard on the podcast. Also, why do men avoid the doctor? The fellas are sure it’s due to lots of reasons but hopefully, that will change! Finally, Jer shares how the dogs in Chernobyl are the goodest boys out there!

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This week the guys sit down with Dr. Iris Gorfinkel, a well-respected family physician and clinical researcher. With over 15 years of experience in participating in clinical trials, Dr. Gorfinkel shares her insights on the current state of primary care in Canada and the impact of a shortage of family doctors. She sheds light on the pressing issue of one in five Canadians lacking a family doctor, and the impact it has on patient care. Dr. Gorfinkel also discusses the challenges faced by family physicians in terms of administrative work, chronic care, and preventative care. She explains how a shift in focus towards acute care could benefit patients by keeping them out of emergency rooms and ensuring better health outcomes. Finally, Dr. Gorfinkel shares her thoughts on the path forward to free up family doctors' time and provide better access to primary care for the six million Canadians currently lacking a family doctor.

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Today, the fellas are joined by Madeline Tweel, who has rare Ovarian Teratoma-Related Paraneoplastic Neurological Syndrome. Don't worry if you can't pronounce that, Jeremie will do it for ya. Madeline was halfway through medical school when she became a very sick patient. She experienced meningitis, insane headaches, and even had to resort to self-catheterization. And get this, her grandparents gave her tips and tricks over lunch. I mean, who wouldn't want to learn how to self-catheterize over a coffee and a sandwich?

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This week Jer and Bri take things to a whole other level of Gnar. Jeremie somehow experienced something medical that is not googleable. Spoiler alert it has to do with something lodged in his tear duct AKA the PUNCTUM! What happens to a broken bone that doesn't receive any medical intervention? The results are gag-inducing. The fellas discuss the dangerous reality of medical tourism in the United States - specifically the story of four unfortunate souls who took a trip to Mexico for some cosmetic surgery, only to end up in the crosshairs of some very confused gunmen. Talk about a vacation gone wrong! Are you in a long-distance relationship and missing the thrill of a passionate kiss? Look no further, because a group of university students in China have created a virtual kissing machine to help you out. It looks like a mouth fleshlight and honestly might make you re-think long-distance relationships after all. Finally in this week's edition of WHAT THE HELLTH?!!? Like some sort of Canadian Heritage Moment (I smell burnt toast) a woman had brain surgery and the docs had her play violin during the procedure to make sure they didn't bungle up her hand-eye coordination.

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This week the fellas chat with Andrea Dunlop to discuss Munchausen by Proxy (MBP), a condition that has been misunderstood and misrepresented in popular culture. Andrea, an expert in the field, sheds light on the complexities of MBP and helps us understand whether it is a mental illness or a crime. Andrea explains that MBP encompasses two separate things: Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another, which is the official DSM diagnosis, and Medical Child Abuse, which is a crime. The term is often misunderstood and misused, leading to confusion and misconceptions about the condition. One of the biggest questions surrounding MBP is how common it is. Andrea explains that despite its depiction as rare in popular culture, it is actually more common than we might think. She also outlines the warning signs of MBP, which can help people recognize the abuse in their communities, particularly parents and those who work with children.

For a resource of warning signs of MBP check out this link provided by Andrea - https://www.munchausensupport.com/faq/

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This week the fellas chat with Jen Kish - the former captain of Canada's Olympic bronze medal-winning rugby sevens team and now a coach on Canada's Ultimate Challenge. Jen's got some wild stories to share about her days on the sevens circuit and how she used her lightning-fast skills and tenacious defence to leave opponents in the dust. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. The guys dive into heavy topics like Jen's bipolar diagnosis and how it impacted her personal relationships, as well as her commitment to donating her brain to further research on the effects of trauma on women's brains. Tune in while Jen Kish opens up about her life, mental health, and the importance of fitness as an outlet.

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