Best Contagious Auto Podcasts (2025)

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Does a fever mean you're contagious? 23:17

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43m ago23:17

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In this episode, Sarah is joined by Dr. Strahinja Talic, a primary care physician from WakeMed, to tackle the hot topic of fevers. We’ve all had them, our kids have had them, but what really causes a fever? Are we contagious when we have one? How high is too high? From the science behind why our bodies heat up when we’re sick, to the myths and real…

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Can you fight inflammation with the right foods? 23:49

5d ago23:49

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The foods we eat can cause inflammation. Inflammation can lead to chronic disease. Chronic disease can exacerbate inflammation. It's a vicious cycle that's hard to break. Registered Dietician Marissa Robinson shares advice on which foods to eat and what to avoid to prevent inflammation. Find Marissa at wakemed.org. Submit questions for future episo…

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Is prediabetes a wake-up call or a late-stage diagnosis? 21:59

12d ago21:59

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If you get diagnosed with prediabetes, does that mean you'll eventually be diabetic, or is it your wake-up call to turn things around? According to Dr. Michael Soboeiro from WakeMed by the time you're prediabetic you've probably been dealing with insulin resistance for years. How does this happen? Why does it happen so often. And what can we do abo…

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Does anyone have a realistic body image? 17:05

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Is your body image realistic, or are you fixated on your flaws? For most of us there are things we don't like about our bodies. But what if we changed our perceived body image instead of covering the bits we don't like? Dr. Micah Krempasky has some advice on how we can change our attitudes toward how we look. Find Dr. Krempasky at wakemed.org. Subm…

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How does Botox work? 18:57

6M ago18:57

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Botox isn't just for your face. It's a treatment for migraines, TMJ and even overactive sweating. Sarah King has lots of questions for Dr. Gita Fleischman from wakemed.org. She talks us through Botox and how it works its cosmetic magic on your face, and its many other uses. Connect with Sarah and the show at wralfm.com/sarahhasquestions. DISCLAIMER…

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Are home menopause tests accurate? 22:12

6M ago22:12

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Have you seen at-home, over-the-counter menopause test kits? Sarah took one and compared her results to actual lab tests. Dr. Amantia Kennedy from wakemed.org gives us her expert opinion on whether or not the home test is worth the hype. Connect with Sarah and the show at wralfm.com/sarahhasquestions. DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this p…

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Sex After Menopause 25:25

6M ago25:25

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As estrogen decreases, we see all kinds of changes, including changes to the vagina, labia, libido...the list goes on and on. It all adds up to major changes in how sex feels. The moves that worked forever don't get it done anymore. Sarah talks to Dr. Amantia Kennedy from wakemed.org about what to expect, when to talk to your doctor and what you ca…

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Does "advanced maternal age" really matter? 23:45

6M ago23:45

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If you're having a baby and you're 35 or older, congratulations, you are of "advanced maternal age." You're in for a lot more testing at your OB appointments. Dr. Bassam Rimawi from WakeMed discusses advanced maternal age. There are risks, and rewards, but should the label still exist if women are having babies at a later age in general? Connect wi…

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The difference between normal brain aging and dementia 23:39

7M ago23:39

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We've all had forgetful moments, but what's the difference in normal cognitive decline and dementia? How do we know if our brains are aging normally? Dr. Michael Soboeiro from WakeMed has some clear info on how to spot the differences and eight things we can all do to keep our brains young. DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast is i…

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Safe sex in a hookup culture 33:55

7M ago33:55

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Are people having more casual sex these days, or have apps like Tinder just changed the way people hook up? Either way, sexually transmitted infections are still a thing. In this episode Dr. Jenna Beckham from wakemed.org talks about safe sex practices, and what you should know before you decide to stop using barrier methods. Reach out to Sarah Kin…

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What's in your gut biome and why it matters 20:55

7M ago20:55

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Your gut biome is full of bacteria, and that's a good thing! What's living inside your gut makes a huge difference to your overall mental and physical health. In this episode Sarah King talks to Dr. Jiselle Bock who is all in on cultivating a healthy gut biome. Find her at wakemed.org. Send your ideas for future episodes at wralfm.com/sarahhasquest…

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How much protein do I really need? 16:25

7M ago16:25

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Are you getting enough protein? If your social media alogrithm is like Sarah's, you're seeing it all the time. It seems impossible to eat enough! And just exactly how much are we supposed to get? Marissa Robinson is a certified dietician at WakeMed. She has a calculation to figure out your daily number and advice on how to eat enough. (Yes, there i…

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Ask the Gynecologists 32:08

7M ago32:08

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Two WakeMed OB/GYNs dispel the myths surrounding gynecologist appointments. Do we need pap smears every year? Can a pap smear detect sexually transmitted infection? Does your doctor know when you've had sex the day before your appointment? Sarah King has lots of questions. Send us your questions at wralfm.com/sarahhasquestions. Make an appointment …

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Balancing the Mental Load 21:59

8M ago21:59

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"Mental Load" is a relatively new term for an age-old issue. It encompasses all the tasks we have to do, plus all the mental and emotional planning, organizing and scheduling it takes to get everything done. Sarah talks to Dr. Micah Krempasky about ways to balance priorities and unburden yourself. Dr. Krempasky was our guest on an earlier episode a…

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What happens during pelvic floor physical therapy? 23:10

12M ago23:10

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We've talked about pelvic floor issues a lot on this show. The pelvic floor is the bowl of muscles between your hips that holds all your pelvic organs. Weakened pelvic floor muscles can lead to bladder leakage and sexual pain and dysfunction. So what's the solution? Pelvic floor therapy is one option, but what exactly is it? Jenn Harrington is our …

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Protein, carbs, mushroom powders, fasting...a Q&A on nutrition fads 35:01

12M ago35:01

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Making the right nutrition choices for yourself isn't easy. There's so much info out there, where do you start? Add social media to the mix and you're probably getting a constant stream of contradicting, too-good-to-be true advice on what to eat and how often. To clear up the confusion, we're talking to an actual registered dietitian, Marissa Robin…

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The two main causes of lung cancer 35:57

12M ago35:57

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The #1 cause of lung cancer is smoking. Even if you stopped years ago, you could still be at risk depending on how much you smoked and for how long. The #2 cause of lung cancer is environmental exposure to radon. Dr. Vickie Fowler, a primary care physician from WakeMed is here to discuss both types of risk and how to know when to get screened. Get …

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Why am I so gassy? 21:40

1y ago21:40

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We all burp. We all fart. But why? What's going on inside us that makes those gas bubbles form and then demand to be released? Carbonated beverages, gum, lactose and even pork could be making us gassy. Sarah has plenty of questions for Jordan Meaton from WakeMed Gastroenterology. https://www.wakemed.org/wakemed-physician-practices/specialties/gastr…

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What causes kidney stones and how to treat them 25:29

1y ago25:29

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An attack of kidney stones is enough to drop a strong, healthy person to the ground. Why is the pain so terrible? What causes stones to form? And most importantly, how can we prevent and treat recurrent stones? Dr. Josip Vikina has the answers! We're talking about foods that cause stones, the impact of too much tea, and treatments like lithotripsy,…

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What are the symptoms and treatments of uterine fibroids? 21:26

1y ago21:26

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70-80% of women will develop uterine fibroids! These non-cancerous growths can cause a lot of problems, especially if you're pregnant or trying to get pregnant. Some people never need treatment, but others experience heavy bleeding and pain. Sarah King has tons of questions about uterine fibroids! Her guest in this episode is Dr. Michael Armstrong …

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Perimenopause! Are you kidding me with these symptoms? 29:11

1y ago29:11

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The symptoms of perimenopause are all-incompassing. Insomnia, brain fog, sore joints, itchy skin, weight gain, hot flashes, vaginal dryness, night sweats, low libido, UTIs, mood swings... Perimenopause is the time between regular periods and menopause. It's only a phase, right? Maybe, but this "phase" can last for years. Dr. Amantia Kennedy from Wa…

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Breast health and the life-saving power of mammograms 28:05

1y ago28:05

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Getting a mammogram might not be your favorite thing to do, but if you have boobs, it's vital. This life-saving test is one of the best cancer detection tools we have. Adrienne Jackson and Dana Knapp from Wake Med discuss mammograms, dense breast tissue, 3-D images, breast health and what happens if you get called for a "second look." https://www.w…

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Are you sober curious? 32:12

1y ago32:12

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Dry January. Sober October. Mocktails. A lot of drinkers flirt with sober curiousity. Have you ever tried to go alcohol-free for a whole month? Dr. Christopher Thompson from WakeMed discusses how alcohol impacts the body and mind and how being sober for even a month can make a big difference. Dr. Thompson's blog https://www.wakemed.org/blog/drinkin…

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How do I know if I'm having a stroke? 28:14

1y ago28:14

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When it comes to stroke, BE FAST! That's an acronym to help you learn how to test yourself and others for a possible stroke. Sarah talks with Dr. Chandni Kalaria from WakeMed in Raleigh, NC on the importance of calling 911 quickly and not waiting around, hoping for symptoms to pass. Get in touch with Sarah King at wralfm.com/sarahhasquestions Calcu…

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Setting healthy boundaries – the self-care task you can’t ignore! 36:10

1+ y ago36:10

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Life without healthy boundaries can result in anger, dread or frustration. Setting boundaries is a learned skill and if you’re a people pleaser who doesn’t like to say no, it’s probably a skill you find challenging. Dr. Micah Krempasky from WakeMed answers Sarah’s questions about boundaries and self-care, including how to start examining your own r…

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What is PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) and how does it affect fertility? 35:33

1+ y ago35:33

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PCOS affects up to 15% of women and is usually diagnosed in the teen years. The hormonal imbalance can be tied to insulin resistance, high triglycerides, metabolic syndrome and an increase in the male hormone, androgen. You can bet Sarah King has a lot of questions about this one! Dr. Darlene Esper from WakeMed covers the causes, symptoms and treat…

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Does cranberry juice cure a UTI? Causes, symptoms & treatments for urinary tract infections 29:40

1+ y ago29:40

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Most women will get a urinary tract infection (or UTI) at some point. Yes, men can get them too, but they’re more common for women. With the rectum, vagina and urethra in close proximity, there’s bound to be some cross contamination. So how can we avoid UTIs? Nurse Practitioner Emily Shama Barnes answers Sarah’s questions about causes, symptoms, tr…

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What is endometriosis, and why is it so hard to diagnose? 43:22

1+ y ago43:22

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Endometriosis sucks! It affects 10-15% of women and there is no cure. It’s a painful condition where cells from the uterine lining end up outside of the uterus. Those cells can attach to your cervix, bladder, bowel or other organs. And they continue to be affected by your monthly cycles just like regular uterine tissue. Sarah King talks to Dr. Adam…

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What’s up DOWN THERE? A lesson on female sexual anatomy and which feminine “hygiene” products to avoid 41:34

1+ y ago41:34

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WTH is a boric acid vaginal suppository? If you've been down the “female hygiene” aisle at the drug store lately you've probably seen them. And there are hundreds of products out now that claim to tackle vaginal pH balance and reduce odor. Do we really need these things? Are soap and water not enough? Dr. Victoria Fashakin, an OB-GYN from WakeMed i…

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Let’s talk about sex, again! Q&A on orgasms, libido, “dysfunction” & more! 26:46

1+ y ago26:46

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We could ask questions about sex and sexual dysfunction all day. We tackled the first round of questions in an episode in season one. Now Dr. Jenna Beckham is back to answer more of Sarah’s questions, including: What exactly happens during an orgasm? Is wanting less sex really a dysfunction, or is every human just built different? Do straight and l…

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Is being fat bad for us, or can we really be “healthy at any size”? 38:09

1+ y ago38:09

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We’ve been conditioned to believe “obesity is an epidemic,” but can a person be healthy AND overweight? Are the old standards of obesity and BMI really applicable when human beings come in all shapes and sizes? Sarah talks with Dr. Tiffany Lowe Clayton, a bariatrician with WakeMed, about body image, obesity, weight loss and the idea that we can be …

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Are our shoes to blame for all of our foot pain, even plantar fasciitis? 27:09

1+ y ago27:09

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Plantar fasciitis can take months to resolve. If you’ve ever had it (and 1 in 10 of us will at some point), you know it’s an ordeal. Sarah tackles plantar fasciitis, bunions and bone spurs with Dr. Corey Thompson, an orthopaedic surgeon at WakeMed who specializes in feet and ankles. Sarah and Dr. Thompson will also assess several types of women’s s…

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How do our bodies change AFTER pregnancy? 28:07

1+ y ago28:07

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Pregnancy takes a major toll on the human body. Those nine months are tough enough, and even when it’s over most of us never revert to our pre-baby shapes and sizes. In this episode Sarah asks totally unfiltered questions about everything from nipples and hair loss to permanent changes in shoe size after having a baby. And you know, we’re gonna tal…

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It's time to talk about seasonal allergies! 23:13

1+ y ago23:13

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In North Carolina spring pollen is a situation! Yellow pine pollen blankets everything. And guess what...that's not even the pollen that irritates most of us. It's the pollen we can't see that causes the most trouble. In this episode Sarah asks totally unfiltered questions about seasonal allergies and how to deal with them. To answer all her questi…

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Why are the signs and symptoms of menopause such a mystery? 29:11

2y ago29:11

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If you have a uterus, menopause is coming for you. But most of us don't really know what to expect. We've heard of hot flashes (heck, I'm fanning myself as I write this) but there are a ton of other symptoms people don't talk about. On this topic, Sarah has even more questions than usual. Her totally unfiltered menopause-related questions include: …

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OMG, what's happening in my pants? (The period episode) 36:13

2y ago36:13

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People have been having periods since the world began. But where you fall generationally has a great impact on how you talk about it, and what questions you feel comfortable asking. Sarah is a solid Xennial, but she’s asking questions we can all relate too, including: What causes cramps and why are they so bad for teenagers? Besides pregnancy, what…

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Why am I wide awake in the middle of the night? 18:41

2y ago18:41

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One in four Americans has insomia each year. That's a lot of sleepless nights. Sarah is a master sleeper, but with her schedule on morning radio, she gets up super early, and likes a daily nap. Is that a normal sleep pattern? Her totally unfiltered sleep-related questions include: Why is it so hard to go back to sleep after we wake up? What is good…

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How do I know if I'm having a heart attack? 28:18

2y ago28:18

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We've all heard it before: The signs of heart attack can be different for men and women. So why are men's symptoms considered "typical"? Sarah's totally unflitered questions about women's heart attack symptoms include: What are the signs for women? How can seemingly random symptoms like jaw pain or sweating be related to the heart? What about heart…

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Let's talk about SEX! 32:52

2y ago32:52

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Think back to the first thing you learned about sex. Maybe it was misinformation from a friend, or very clinical information from a parent or teacher. Maybe you saw porn when you were a kid (and that image stuck with you forever). Does your first image of sex relate to what you do in the bedroom today? Maybe not... On this topic, you know Sarah has…

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Is it OK to crack my knuckles? 23:34

2y ago23:34

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What's the first sound you hear every morning? Perhaps you wake up to chirping birds like Snow White, but if you're like us it's popping ankles and crackling knees. Is all that internal noise normal? Sarah King's totally unfiltered bone and joint questions include: Do men have to worry about bone density loss like women do? How can we maintain bone…

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Is mom brain real? 17:18

2y ago17:18

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If you've had a baby, you know. Your brain just can't hold all the things it held before. But maybe that's a good thing. So what if you're forgetting things. Your baby is now taking up a lot of space in your head, right. Sarah King's totally unfiltered mom brain questions include: Is mom brain real, and if it's not what the heck is wrong with me? H…

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How does birth control work? 20:07

2y ago20:07

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When it comes birth control, Sarah King has a wild origin story. According to family lore, she was born clutching her mom's IUD. From that outrageous beginning to today, Sarah has had quite a history with birth control. Her totally unfiltered birth control-related questions include: How do estrogen and progesterone work together...or apart? What ar…

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What the heck is a pelvic floor? 21:12

2y ago21:12

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You may think “leaking bladder” is something that happens only to very old women, but just wait until you’re 41 and you attend a kid’s birthday party at a trampoline park. Now it's real! And this very unpleasant problem has everything to do with your mysterious pelvic floor. Sarah's totally unfiltered pelvic floor-related questions include: What ex…

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What is normal poop? 17:44

2y ago17:44

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Let's begin this podcast with the end in mind. When it comes to poop, what's normal, what's abnormal and what does your poop say about you in general? Sarah's totally unfiltered poop-related questions include: What can we learn from our poop? Is there a normal when it comes to regularity, color, shape, etc.? Why is sitting on the toilet for a long …

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INTRODUCING Sarah Has Questions 1:57

2y ago1:57

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When it comes to life, wellness, health and medicine, we all have questions. Sarah King has plenty of questions too, and she is not afraid to ask. Luckily, she doesn't have much of a filter, so she's asking the most personal, embarassing questions about sex, aging, periods, poop...nothing is off limits. Answering her questions are world-class physi…

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Ep. 21 Paul & Kyle in NYC Part 2 27:27

4y ago27:27

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We were just getting started in part one of the conversation Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier had in NYC. Take a deeper dive as we draw out the problem and our solution for sustainability for the automotive industry. We truly believe the Marketing Team can make a massive impact on the culture and perception of our industry. ContagiousAuto.comASOTU.co…

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Ep. 20 Paul & Kyle in NYC Part 1 30:16

4y ago30:16

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Before ink had been laid on creating Contagious Auto, Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier met in NYC to discuss business plans and strategies. Take a peek into those conversations and hear the story of how each got to where they are today. From the lobby of a hotel, this is who we are at our core. ContagiousAuto.comASOTU.comConnect with Kyle: https://ww…

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Ep. 19 - Leadership Dynamics & Growing Your People 34:47

4y ago34:47

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Join our conversation with Glenn Pasch, CEO & Partner at PCG Digital. Follow Kyle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemountsier/Follow Paul: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauljdaly/ Follow Contagious Auto:https://www.contagiousauto.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/contagious-auto/https://twitter.com/contagiousautohttps://www.instagram.com/contagious…

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Ep. 18 - People Buy From People 25:24

4y ago25:24

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Join our conversation with James Deacon, Account Executive at HiHello. Follow Kyle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemountsier/Follow Paul: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauljdaly/ Follow Contagious Auto:https://www.contagiousauto.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/contagious-auto/https://twitter.com/contagiousautohttps://www.instagram.com/contagiou…

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Ep. 17 - Getting Your Tech Stack Right 38:17

4y ago38:17

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Join our conversation with Nate Szczesiul, Solutions Director at DealerSys. Follow Kyle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylemountsier/Follow Paul: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauljdaly/ Follow Contagious Auto:https://www.contagiousauto.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/contagious-auto/https://twitter.com/contagiousautohttps://www.instagram.com/cont…