Best Lucid Lab Podcasts (2025)

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Why EMS Modernization Is the Next Frontier for Healthcare Finance Leaders with Jonathon Feit (CEO of Beyond Lucid) 49:02

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Fragmented data, regulatory hurdles, and outdated EMS workflows are challenging the very foundation of U.S. healthcare delivery. In this episode of The Leadership Lab podcast, Asbel Montes sits down with Jonathon Feit, EMS innovator and data strategist, to explore how data, AI, and frontline insights can transform emergency medical services and the…

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Is AI Making Us Stupid? 37:54

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AI tools like ChatGPT have taken the world by storm, with tons of people saying they use them regularly. This is especially true for students, many of whom say they use AI to get their schoolwork done. And this is freaking some of us out — we're hearing that jumping on the AI train could be a terrible idea, partly because of claims that these tools…

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Manifesting: How Powerful Are Our Thoughts? 30:19

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Influencers are out in full force, telling us how we can “manifest” anything we want using only the power of our thoughts. Want that dream car, dream boyfriend, or dream house? Act as if you already have it, and the universe will respond. And we know our thoughts can be powerful … so, could this be legit? We go on the hunt for a manifestation metho…

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The Economics of Change: Building a Smarter, Fairer Healthcare System with Loren Adler 1:00:26

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Policy shifts, market pressures, and rising healthcare costs are redefining what it means to lead in U.S. healthcare. In this episode of The Leadership Lab podcast, Asbel Montes sits down with Loren Adler, healthcare economist at the Brookings Institution, to explore how evidence-based policy, innovative financing strategies, and pragmatic leadersh…

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Chiropractors: Are They Legit? 36:37

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Tons of people visit the chiropractor, saying it helps soothe pain in their neck or back. But we’re now hearing claims that chiro can do a whole lot more. Like, some say it can help kids with stuff like asthma, colic, even breastfeeding problems. So … can chiro really do all that?? To find out what’s cracking here, we talk to chiropractor Carl Clev…

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Should You Eat Like A Caveman? Plus — 10 Years of Science Vs! 41:41

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Today, we’re celebrating 10 years of Science Vs with … science! We’ll tell you all about the so-called orgasm gap, the incorrect idea that vaccines are linked to autism, and the incorrect idea that ivermectin helps with Covid-19. We’ll also cover the Paleo Diet — this was the first EVER episode of Science Vs. And you’ll hear one of the greatest mom…

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ROI, Risk, and Reality: The Real Truth of AI in Healthcare Finance with Brian Choate 46:28

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AI is transforming healthcare finance but will it solve problems or create new ones? In this episode of The Leadership Lab podcast, Asbel Montes sits down with Brian Choate to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping revenue cycle management and financial strategy in healthcare. From automating pre-bill processes to improving reimbursements…

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Never Put Meatballs on Spaghetti, with Samin Nosrat 55:49

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Every day we’re all doing a little bit of chemistry: when we bake potatoes, add a little salt to our pasta, or even bake a box cake. And award-winning chef Samin Nosrat just loves to nerd out over all this. She's the author of the best-selling book “Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat” and has a new book out called “Good Things.” Today, Samin joins us to talk al…

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AI: Is It Ruining the Environment? 38:23

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The internet is abuzz with accusations that artificial intelligence is using up tons of energy and water. People are even protesting the building of new AI data centers, saying they’ll put a huge strain on local resources. But some AI defenders say that this fear is overblown and that AI isn’t actually that bad for the environment. So who’s right? …

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Navigating AI in Healthcare: Legal Insights and Practical Guardrails with Alex Pharr 41:07

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What if artificial intelligence in healthcare doesn't just improve efficiency, but quietly creates compliance and privacy risks that could reshape the entire system? In this episode of The Leadership Lab, Asbel Montes sits down with Alexandra Farr, General Counsel at Solutions Group, for a powerful conversation about AI's legal, ethical, and financ…

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Seed Oils: Should You Switch to Butter? 43:40

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We’ve been told that foods like butter and bacon are bad for us — because they're packed with saturated fats. And top dogs in nutrition say that a better option is vegetable oil, like canola oil. But lots of people, including HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., are saying hold on. They're arguing that saturated fats are actually the way to go. And…

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Modern Healthcare for Modern Times: Policy, Payment, and Purpose with Dr. Brian Miller 47:33

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Can affordability, transparency, and physician leadership rebuild trust in American healthcare? In this episode, Asbel Montes sits down with Brian J. Miller, M.D., M.B.A., M.P.H., Associate Professor of Medicine at Johns Hopkins and voting member of MedPAC, to explore the reality behind Medicare Advantage, prior authorization, and the future of val…

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Daylight Saving Time: Should We End It? 34:04

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Daylight saving time is ending, and the darkness is coming for us all. And many of us dread this time of year; we think that switching up our clocks sucks. But beyond that, we hear that all this clock changing can be bad for our health, contributing to stuff like heart attacks. So, should we ditch these annoying switches altogether? And if we do th…

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Modern EMS Models: Building Sustainable and Patient-Centered Care with Gerad Troutman 41:31

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Can data, innovation, and collaboration truly rebuild the foundation of emergency medical care? In this episode, Asbel Montes sits down with Dr. Gerad Troutman, Associate Chief Medical Officer at Global Medical Response (GMR), one of the largest ambulance services in the United States. Together, they dig into how data-driven models, nurse navigatio…

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Semen Retention: Should You Stop Ejaculating? 43:16

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With “No Nut November” right around the corner, it's time to ask: What are the benefits of saving your seed and not ejaculating? People say that it'll boost your testosterone, giving you better libido — and even making your skin glow. Some say you'll feel like a beast, your energy is gonna be insane and it'll even improve the quality of your sperm.…

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Lucid Lab Announcement 7:30

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Hey Lucid Lab Friends! Please listen to a special message from Jessica and Kendra. Stay Lucid! We love you! --- Send your questions and episode suggestions to [email protected] Have a special experience or story you want to share? Send us anything! True crime, paranormal, alien encounters, spiritual experiences, dreams, etc. We might read i…

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Birth Rates: Are We Running Out of Babies?? 43:08

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Birth rates are falling all over the world, and some people are freaking out, saying this could tank our society — and even spell the end of humans. In the U.S., so-called pronatalism is having a major moment, with lots of people making the case for more babies — President Trump has called for a “baby boom” and has pledged to be “the fertilization …

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Revisiting Murder in Greenwich: The 'Unsolved' Case of Martha Moxley 1:44:55

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We are back this week with our 2nd Halloween True Crime Story rerun. Kendra brings us the tragic murder of Martha Moxley, still considered "unsolved" today. But everyone kind of knows who did it... Greenwich, CT was the place you moved to keep your kids safe, especially if you could afford the elite Bell Haven neighborhood. But the illusion of safe…

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The Future is Mobile: Where EMS Goes Next with Victoria Reinhartz 43:46

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What if one of healthcare's greatest untapped resources isn't technology or funding but EMS itself? In this episode of The Leadership Lab Podcast, Asbel Montes talks with Dr. Victoria Reinhartz, Executive Director of the National Association of Mobile Integrated Healthcare Providers (NAMIHP), about how Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) and Community P…

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Sugar: How Bad Is It Really? 37:10

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Sugar is getting tons of hate these days, from TikTok influencers telling us to cut added sugar out of our diets to RFK Jr. declaring that sugar is “poison.” But is sugar really that bad? And are certain kinds worse — or better — than others? We’ll find out by diving into the wild world of cane sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, honey and maple syrup…

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Revisiting the Halloween Murder of Arpana Jinaga 1:34:46

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Shaping the System: EMS, Policy, and the Push for Value with Dr. Eric Beck 46:29

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What if EMS doesn't prove its value and loses its seat at the table? In this episode of The Leadership Lab podcast, Asbel Montes sits down again with Dr. Eric Beck to unpack the future of EMS and its critical role in value-based healthcare. Dr. Beck warns that the era of fee-for-service is ending and EMS must adapt now. This episode offers a roadma…

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The Full Moon: Is It Messing With Us? 43:27

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People swear that weird stuff goes down on a full moon. In fact, even SERIOUS folks like the nerds who work in ERs will tell you that something is off about those nights. And what’s amazing is that science has actually looked at this. And … there is some weird stuff here! From animals to ERs to our circadian rhythms to our menstrual cycles, we’ll f…

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Brief Message 2:07

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Listen for a brief message about what's going on with us this week and we look forward to seeing you next Tuesday! In the meantime, Stay Lucid. _________ Send any listener stories, comments or episode suggestions to [email protected] Please subscribe, like and leave nice comments if you are enjoying Lucid Lab Podcast on your favorite platfo…

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How to Smell like a Dog, with Ed Yong 48:10

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Ever wonder why your dog just loves to sniff your junk? Well, it turns out it’s because other animals perceive the world in wild ways that we’re just beginning to understand. So today, we’re immersing ourselves in their world, talking about the cutting-edge science of how animals perceive with Pulitzer Prize-winning science writer Ed Yong. He’s spi…

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Chris Watts: The Colorado Family Killer (Part 2 of 2) 1:22:44

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Kendra covers one of the most haunting and heartbreaking cases of recent years: the story of Chris Watts. In August 2018, the seemingly picture-perfect Watts family of Frederick, Colorado, was torn apart by an unthinkable crime. Shanann Watts, a devoted wife and mother, along with her two young daughters, Bella and Celeste, vanished without a trace…

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Does Tylenol Cause Autism? 28:08

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RFK Jr.’s big report on autism is scheduled to come out this month, and we’re hearing that it might point the finger at Tylenol as a possible cause. And the science on this gets confusing fast. Because some studies do suggest that taking acetaminophen while you’re pregnant could increase your kid’s chance of being autistic or having ADHD. But other…

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Chris Watts: The Colorado Family Killer (Part 1 of 2) 1:39:23

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On today's episode, Kendra covers one of the most haunting and heartbreaking cases of recent years: the story of Chris Watts. In August 2018, the seemingly picture-perfect Watts family of Frederick, Colorado, was torn apart by an unthinkable crime. Shanann Watts, a devoted wife and mother, along with her two young daughters, Bella and Celeste, vani…

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Partnering for Progress: How South Carolina is Shaping the Future of EMS with Henry Lewis 36:43

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What if EMS was more than transport? In this episode of The Leadership Lab, Asbel Montes sits down with Henry Lewis, Executive Director of the South Carolina EMS Association, to explore how EMS is moving beyond flashing lights and faster ambulances to become a cornerstone of community healthcare. Henry shares how South Carolina unified fragmented E…

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AI Chatbots: Are They Dangerous? 40:50

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Many of us use artificial intelligence for help with research, work, or creative projects. But some people are getting a LOT more personal with their AI chatbots. We’re hearing stories of people treating their chatbot like a friend, or something more than a friend — with some people saying they’ve even fallen in love with their chatbot. And then th…

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Lab Reports Vol 16: Haunted Doll, Return to Nature Funeral Home, Pan Am Flight 7, Kansas Highway Predator 1:24:26

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Hey Lab Rats! We’re back just in time for Lab Reports! We share a listener's story of a haunted doll and a cautionary tale about stranger danger and escaping a potential serial killer. For our first Mini-Episode, we discuss a 67-year-old mystery. On November 8, 1957, Pan Am Flight 7 departed San Francisco for Honolulu on what was supposed to be a r…

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Memory: How to Boost It 36:53

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Lots of us feel like our memories are garbage — like we’d forget our pants if they weren’t on our legs. But what if the science told us that forgetting stuff is totally normal? We dig into the weird science of why our memories work the way they do. And if we DO want better retention in our brain box, are there science-approved ways to boost our mem…

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We don't like it and neither do you, but sometimes one of us gets sick. Boo. We will be back next week! Love you guys!By Lucid Lab Podcast

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Medicare, Money, and Misconceptions: A Healthcare Economist's Take with Dr. Lisa Grabert 54:14

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What if the Medicare policies we've trusted for decades are actually widening gaps instead of closing them? In this episode of The Leadership Lab with Asbel Montes, healthcare economist Dr. Lisa Grabert joins us to break down the real trade-offs shaping Medicare Advantage, traditional Medicare, and telehealth. Dr. Grabert reveals why beneficiaries'…