Sawbones: A Marital Tour of Misguided Medicine

Do you even know where your gallbladder is? Maybe it's not so surprising that millions of Americans don't know they have a gastrointestinal disorder caused by gallstones. Dr. Sydnee and Justin go through the history of gallbladder disease, and why the icky medical mnemonic of "forty, fat, and fertile" is misleading and maybe even harmful.Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers https://taxpayers.bandcamp.com/

Dr. Scholl, a doctor with a particular interest in fixing feet, is the guest. The hosts discuss Dr. Scholl's medical training and his fascination with foot care. They explore the controversy surrounding whether Dr. Scholl was a real doctor or just a businessman. They also discuss the creation of Dr. Scholl's foot inserts and his marketing strategies. Overall, they delve into Dr. Scholl's legacy and his contributions to the field of feet care.

A lot of brands name themselves "doctor" – but how many of them are named after actual medical doctors? Justin takes the wheel with a little quiz for Dr. Sydnee and the listeners on Dr. Pepper, Doc Martens, Dr. Teal, and more. Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers https://taxpayers.bandcamp.com/

The hosts discuss the injuries sustained in Home Alone 2 and the unrealistic functioning of characters. They analyze the potential damage caused by falling bricks and the dangers of electric shock. They also talk about the seriousness of burns on the scalp and the continuity of characters in the franchise.

Shrug off that winter chill with a warm bowl of listener-submitted medical questions. Questions like: Am I giving away my immunity with a blood donation? Can antibiotics make colds worse? Can you cough while sleeping? Are we really new people every seven years? And is there any real health benefit to shaving my armpits?Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers https://taxpayers.bandcamp.com/

In this episode of Sawbones, the hosts explore the history and availability of Pepto Bismol, sharing personal experiences and discussing its decline in popularity. They also discuss language learning and digital frames.

To get you through that holiday slog, we're re-releasing our classic holiday episode all about the ailments Santa could possibly have.It's Candlenights 2016, and that can only mean one thing: Dr. Sydnee is trying to ruin Christmas again. Join her as she explains to poor, pitiful Justin all of Santa's terrible health risks, recorded live in Huntington, WV. Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers https://taxpayers.bandcamp.com/

Dr. Willard Bliss, known for questionable treatments, treated President James Garfield. They discuss his controversial cure-all remedy and his involvement in treating Abraham Lincoln and President Garfield. The chapter highlights his refusal to practice hand washing and use antiseptic techniques.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss the historical panic surrounding the condition of spermatorrhea in the 1800s, including the terrifying treatments proposed. They also explore the use of cauterization for sexual cravings and the skepticism surrounding the condition. The concept of spermatorrhea is compared to hysteria, and its fading presence in medical traditions is examined.

Leona W. Chalmers, author of The Intimate Side of a Woman's Life, discusses outdated medical advice for cisgendered women of the 1930s. Topics include douching, period cramps, sex energy, cleanliness, vaginal health, sexually transmitted infections, and contradictory information on women's health.