Best Rare Cancer Day Podcasts (2025)

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3157: Macronutrient Madness: What’s In Your Bucket by Roger Lawson of RogLaw Fitness on Understanding Your Nutrition Mix 11:54

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3157: Rog Law uses a playful “bucket” analogy to demystify macronutrients, showing how proteins, fats, and carbs fill your daily energy container. By understanding how each “bucket” contributes…

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3156: Could I Survive on a Limited Diet for Years or Decades? on Simplicity vs. Variety in Nutrition 9:17

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3156: Dr. Neal Malik explains that consistently eating the same healthy foods, like eggs, spinach, mozzarella, chicken, and yam, can make daily nutrition simpler and support weight management b…

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A patient complaint that actually led to change 26:41

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When his wife died of endometrial cancer, Charles Kinch refused to accept that the care she received was the best she could get. His complaint, at first dismissed, has now sparked major changes in how cancer patients in British Columbia are treated and supported.

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3155: Habits, Leverage, and Trees by Tynan on Building a Strong Foundation 9:40

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3155: Tynan explores how habits shape identity and long-term outcomes, showing that real change comes from targeting the root behaviors rather than isolated actions. By treating habits like the…

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3154: Why Coconut Oil is Good for Your Teeth by Kayla McDonell with Healthline on Nature’s Dental Aid 10:08

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3154: Kayla McDonell examines the science behind coconut oil’s role in oral hygiene, especially its traditional use in oil pulling. She separates myth from evidence, showing how this natural re…

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3153: [Part 2] 5 Smart Tips To Body Image Confidence by Irene Elias of Self Love Junkie on Building Body Confidence 8:39

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3153: Irene Elias shares practical strategies for cultivating body image confidence by shifting focus from criticism to compassion. Through awareness, affirmations, and daily reminders, she enc…

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3152: [Part 1] 5 Smart Tips To Body Image Confidence by Irene Elias of Self Love Junkie on Building Body Confidence 8:26

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3152: Irene Elias challenges the myth of the "perfect" body by exposing how societal standards, media images, and ego-driven pursuits distort self-worth. She encourages self-love by treating th…

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3151: The Hunger Games - Is Being Hungry Bad by Ben Greenfield on Balancing Hunger and Nutrition 13:47

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3151: Ben Greenfield explores the science and psychology of hunger, showing how embracing it can improve metabolic health, boost longevity, and strengthen mental resilience. Instead of fearing …

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3150: 5 Ways to Boost Your Spiritual Endurance by Cylon George of Spiritual Living For Busy People on Spiritual Resilience 9:28

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3150: Cylon George shows how to build spiritual endurance much like training the body, offering five practical practices to sustain faith and resilience during life’s hardest challenges. His gu…

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3149: How To Stay Motivated by Mark Fisher of Mark Fisher Fitness on Maintaining Momentum 8:44

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3149: Mark Fisher highlights how the natural endorphin rush from exercise can boost motivation but also warns against overtraining and injury from chasing that “fitness high.” He shares practic…

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3148: How to Improve My Metabolism - Do I Need Eat More to Lose Fat on Metabolism and Fat Loss Myths 10:55

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3148: Dr. Neil Malik breaks down the science of metabolism, fat loss, and why simply eating more won’t automatically boost results. He explains how to accurately measure progress, the importanc…

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ENCORE: One town's fight to reinstate healthcare 26:45

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Like many Canadian small towns, Carberry, MB had become a healthcare desert. In 2023, the small ER closed and the last doctor left. Carberry embarked on the fight of its life to get healthcare back. Just days before the first of two new MDs starts work, Dr. Brian Goldman visits Carberry to learn about the Herculean efforts it takes for one town to …

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3147: Five Fatal Fitness Mental Roadblocks (And How To Overcome Them) by Daniel Freedman with Bach Performance 13:48

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3147: Daniel Freedman explains how most people fail at fitness not because of lack of knowledge, but because of self-sabotaging mental roadblocks. By overcoming fear of failure, shortcut-seekin…

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One of The Many Different Episodes of CRPS S5-E10 30:07

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One of The Many Different Episodes of CRPS, can be scary, funny or just the memory is not there. This episode was scary to record. Not as scary as the days that led to the making of this episode.By Melissa

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3146: Can Meal Timing Improve Your Sleep by Riley Pearce of FreeFormFitness on How to Improve Metabolic Health 12:47

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By Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik

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3145: [Part 2] Scared To Go To The Gym? How To Build The Confidence It Takes To Be Consistent and Get Results by JC Deen 9:24

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By Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik

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3144: [Part 1] Scared To Go To The Gym? How To Build The Confidence It Takes To Be Consistent and Get Results by JC Deen 9:50

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3144: JC Deen explores how to overcome the fear and intimidation many feel when stepping into the gym, offering practical strategies to build self-confidence and consistency. By focusing on sim…

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3143: Mindful Indulging: Having What You Want Without Guilt by Sharada Hall with Tiny Buddha on How to Be Happy 10:03

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3143: Sharada Hall shares how a surprising lesson with donuts helped her realize the freedom that comes from letting go of rigid self-images and guilt. By practicing mindful indulgence, she sho…

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3142: How to Love Your Partner With All Your Mind (And Not Just Your Heart) by Vironika Tugaleva 10:39

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3142: Vironika Tugaleva explores why loving with all your heart doesn’t guarantee healthy relationships and how self-awareness, boundaries, and communication are just as vital as deep emotions.…

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3141: New Rarely Equals Better AND Learn Whether You Win or Lose by Ross Enamait of Ross Training 12:41

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3141: Ross Enamait underscores that lasting progress comes not from chasing new fads or fearing setbacks, but from mastering fundamentals and learning through every experience. Victories and de…

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Dr. Brian Day wants more private health care 26:39

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For three decades, Dr. Brian Day has been at the centre of the debate around private health care in Canada. Despite losing his court battle to bring it to B.C., Day still wants to see more private, for-profit clinics. The orthopedic surgeon and owner of Vancouver's Cambie Surgery Centre says competition from the private sector could push the public…

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3140: All About Vagal Tone and the Vagus Nerve Plus Vagal Toning Exercises 11:33

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3140: Dr. Neal Malik answers Maureen’s question by unpacking the importance of vagal tone, the activity of the vagus nerve, which helps regulate stress, digestion, and immune function. Although…

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3139: The Anti-Fast Food Diet by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on How To Eat Mindfully 9:01

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3139: Leo Babauta shares how slowing down with food transforms more than just meals, it reconnects us with our senses, our health, and the joy of eating. By replacing speed and convenience with…

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3138: 3 Ways Decluttering Helps You Lose Weight by Rose Lounsbury on How To Make Healthier Food Choices 9:10

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3138: Rose Lounsbury reveals how clearing physical clutter can directly impact your health and weight loss journey. By simplifying your environment, you reduce stress, make healthier food choic…

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3137: Sample Rate: How The Fast Food Industry Hooks You (And How To Reclaim Your Diet) by Tyler Tervooren of Riskology 10:13

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3137: Tyler Tervooren explores how applying the concept of a "sample rate" to your decisions can dramatically improve your outcomes. By testing more ideas quickly and discarding what doesn’t wo…

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3136: 7 Keys To Making Habits Stick by Melani Schweder of A Brighter Wild on Atomic Habits and Neuroscience 12:34

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3136: Melani Schweder shares a practical framework for building habits that actually last by blending psychology, neuroscience, and mindful strategies. Listeners will discover how to design hab…

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3135: How to Stop Stress Eating at Work AND How to Say No to Sweet Food by Dr. Monali Y. Desai of IfWeWereFamily 9:58

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3135: Dr. Monali Y. Desai explains how stress can quietly influence food choices and how sugar cravings keep us stuck in an energy-draining cycle. With her guidance, you’ll learn how to shift t…

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3134: Step Off The Treadmill by Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad on How to Find Life Balance and Freedom 12:22

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3134: Craig Stephens explores how the pursuit of career success and money can trap us in a monotonous cycle, draining energy and joy. By challenging the definition of success and aligning life …

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3133: 6 Ways to Stop Emotional Eating in its Tracks by Beth Clayton with Mark Fisher Fitness on Long-Term Health Goals 12:12

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3133: Mark Fisher shares practical strategies to break the cycle of emotional eating by helping you identify triggers, reframe cravings, and build healthier coping mechanisms. His advice blends…

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Giving mental-health emergency patients a room of their own 26:42

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Ottawa’s Montfort hospital sees twice the number of patients for mental health emergencies as the Ontario average. And as this number increased in recent years, the everyday environment of the ER waiting room – chaotic, loud and overstimulating – became an ever larger trigger, causing distressed patients to flee or harm themselves or others. In the…

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3132: Is Honey or Maple Syrup Better Than Cane Sugar? 10:58

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3132: Trying to decide whether honey, maple syrup, or agave are healthier than regular cane sugar? Dr. Neal Malik explains how the body actually processes these natural sweeteners, the myths ve…

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3131: How To Become A Superhero In 4 Easy Steps by Steve Kamb of Nerd Fitness on Making Personal Growth Enjoyable 12:33

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3131: Steve Kamb shares a playful yet practical framework for transforming your life by thinking like a superhero. From identifying your origin story to choosing your superpowers, allies, and t…

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3130: It’s Time to Take the Lifestyle Initiative by Dr Jenny Brockis on How To Make Sustainable Changes in Healthy Habits 11:17

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3130: Dr. Jenny Brockis challenges the reactive mindset of modern healthcare by urging individuals and policymakers alike to prioritize a proactive approach centered on lifestyle medicine. She …

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3129: [Part 2] Best Morning Routine for Weight Loss by Cara Harvey of A Purpose Driven Mom on Habit Stacking 8:25

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3129: Cara Harvey explains how to gradually shift your wake-up time using habit stacking, making early mornings more sustainable and less overwhelming. She also shares practical workout options…

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I got cancer. And met a different me on the other side. 13:11

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After chemotherapy, Post Opinions writer Rachel Manteuffel felt like she was encountering a bald stranger every time she looked in the bathroom mirror. But then came the curls and lots of other surprising phenomena that science hasn’t been quite able to explain. She shares her story and her conversation with YouTuber and science explainer Hank Gree…

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The doctor Brampton needs 26:42

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Gurleen Kaur Chahal is one of the inaugural students at Toronto Metropolitan University’s new Peel Region medical school, designed to serve the area’s diverse population. She's determined to be part of the solution for the kinds of struggles her multigenerational Punjabi household has faced accessing care.…

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The human face of 'AI psychosis' 26:44

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After a seemingly innocuous question about pi, Allan Brooks tumbled down a ChatGPT rabbit hole. Three weeks later, he emerged, after spending 300 hours in a spiralling 7,000-prompt exchange with the chatbot. Dr. Keith Sakata, the psychiatrist whose viral thread on X breaks down the phenomenon known as “AI psychosis,” says the built-in sycophancy of…

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The horrors of modern-day travel 13:08

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Where have all the benches gone? Deputy Opinion Editor Mark Lasswell reflects on the causes and consequences of the “defensive architecture” replacing seating in public spaces. Plus, contributing columnist Rick Reilly shares just how hard it’s become to find an Airbnb or VRBO that doesn’t feel like the inside of a Target. Additional reading by our …

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Public pain, private care: Why one woman is paying to walk again 26:39

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How much would you be willing (and able) to pay to get your knee or hip replaced? Calgarian Linda Slater's knee pain became unbearable during her two-year wait to see an orthopedic surgeon. She drained her retirement savings to pay $30,000 for a new knee at a private Toronto clinic. Dr. Rick Zarnett, an orthopedic surgeon who works out of both a pr…

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Want to find a wife? Be a better man. 22:52

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American women have grown more independent economically in recent decades, giving them greater choice in whom to date or marry — and the choice to opt out altogether. But where does women's rising stock leave men, and how is it connected with today’s so-called masculinity crisis? Post columnist Shadi Hamid talks with Richard Reeves, founder of the …

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Lending a hand doesn’t require being armed 12:12

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Additional reading by Washington Post columnists: Colbert I. King: The spirit of Old Dixie rises in D.C. Shadi Hamid: My gut instinct on Trump’s D.C. power grab was wrong Megan McArdle: D.C. has a real crime problem. Federal control won’t solve it. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.By The Washington Post

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ENCORE: What do “Ask your doctor” ads accomplish? 26:40

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Companies are spending big bucks advertising weight-loss drugs like Rybelsus, seeing huge potential in capitalizing on the popularity of Ozempic. But in Canada, so-called "reminder ads" can give only the name of the medication, not what it's for, telling people to ask their doctor for details. Ad man Terry O’Reilly says it can result in bad ads tha…

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ENCORE: The battle rapper who battled colon cancer 26:42

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As a rapper, Bishop Brigante was no stranger to on-stage battles. We met up with the then-45-year-old when he was battling Stage 4 colon cancer, which he said was caught too late. Bishop wanted Canadians to have easier access to colonoscopies and said advocacy had given him newfound purpose.

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Packed & Ready 6:35

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My body hasn't fully recovered from my last trip. But, I am Packed & Ready to go see my Girlie!!! What is some flying, extra keep going tricks do you have?By Melissa

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ENCORE: Sex medicine doctors are putting women’s health, and pleasure, first 26:41

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Many women report difficulties with orgasms, low libido or pain around intercourse. And given that many have never even learned much about their genitals, they don’t always know where to get help. A cadre of Canadian doctors specializing in women’s sexual health is trying to change that. They’re helping patients boost pleasure, while empowering the…

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ENCORE: The family doctor recruiting game 26:46

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Attracting a family doctor to work in a community is challenging, with fewer physicians choosing family medicine. That's why Cheryl Gnyp, the recruiter for Castlegar, B.C., needs to stand out. She uses the board game Operation and specialized coffee as part of her 10-minute sales pitch to potential recruits at conferences. It can take years before …

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It Was A Long, But Super Fun Trip 28:35

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I did this recording shortly after I got home. Body and Mind is still out of it. Sooooo of course it takes two weeks to publish. I am still trying to get focused. But it just isn't happening. I want to be out of this "punishment" so badly. I have to be ready, because in less of two weeks I am going to go see my Beautiful Girlie! :) <3 :)…

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ENCORE: The kidney transplant waiting game 26:41

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Judith Morrison needs a kidney. While she's on dialysis, her sister Catherine is putting out a public plea for a living donor. But the search has been hard. And if they do find a donor, the sisters say that person will have to go through a long and opaque testing process. A process that experts say needs to be improved across Canada because the dem…

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A message from ‘Impromptu’ 1:32

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We’ve got some news. Read more about Dana’s new venture: We are losing our humanity. I am searching for an antidote. Enjoy some of our favorite episodes: What do men want? Is it time to delete our social media accounts? What the ‘tradwife’ trend says about modern life Remote work changed the country. Can it change back? AI is getting smarter. But a…

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ENCORE: Nursing as occupational hazard 26:44

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One morning as she arrived for her hospital shift, Winnipeg nurse Jennifer Noone was assaulted outside the staff entrance, leaving her with a bad concussion and PTSD. Rather than stay silent, she took the unusual step of having her assailant charged with assault. Manitoba Nurses Union President Darlene Jackson says there needs to be more and better…