We’re Not Done with PB&J

Menopause is not an illness or a disease, but a natural biological transition that every woman will experience.  Key menopause hormones, estrogen and progesterone, orchestrate a delicate dance that influences everything from energy levels to cognitive function, fat storage, and mood.  Join us and learn about the lack of adequate medical education about menopause, leaving millions of women to navigate symptoms like brain fog, hot flashes, and increased health risks on their own.

The U.S. housing market is in turmoil—sky-high mortgage rates, policy shifts, and economic uncertainty are reshaping the American dream. Will relief come, or are we bracing for a prolonged crisis? Join PB&J as they break down the hidden forces driving the fallout and what it means for your financial future.

As a potential federal government shutdown looms, PB and J unpack its far-reaching consequences. From deep Medicaid cuts to thousands of federal employee job losses and reduced essential services to American citizens, we discuss Congressional responsibilities for the nation's budget, the roles of federal agencies, and the dedication, expertise, and resilience of public servants amid political turmoil.

Millions of Americans get sick from foodborne illnesses every year, yet the U.S. still lacks a national food safety strategy. In this episode, we dive into the shocking realities of food recalls and explore hydroponic gardening as a game-changing solution for safer, healthier produce. Could growing your own food and/or community connections be the answer to a broken system?

In this episode, we discuss dementia such as Alzheimer's and how science has uncovered treatments that are double duty for maintaining brain health. Routine vaccines like shingles, t-dap, flu, and pneumonia are surprisingly more protective than expected. We also discuss micro and nano plastics and the shocking correlation of increases in plastics production to the amount of plastics found in the human brain.

The holiday season is here, and with it comes the allure of irresistible deals and the pressure to check every name off your list. But what are the hidden costs of this shopping frenzy? Join us as we explore the psychological triggers driving impulse buying, the financial strain of overspending, and the environmental impact of our consumer habits.

Join our discussion as we explore how animal feed and animal environments impact human health, from antibiotic resistance to hormone exposure to living quarters.  Empower yourself with informed choices for a healthier future and learn about practical tips for making conscious food selections at the grocery store meat counter.

In this episode, we explore why humans often resist change, clinging to outdated habits and "comfort zones" that prevent forward movement and growth in life and experiences.  We also examine the illusory truth effect—the tendency to believe something is true simply because we’ve heard it repeatedly—and how it keeps us "stuck in stupid" instead of evaluating and considering new perspectives and alternative possibilities.