You've found your new favorite DND podcast! Knocked Prone is a clean, chaotic, and deep podcast for Dungeons & Dragons nerds! Follow along with Dungeon Master Kade Backus for this family-friendly actual play podcast featuring a crew of talented story-telling voice actors as they explore the fantastical realm of the Badlands, filled with pop culture references, lovable NPCs, and legendary tales. Campaign 1 Great Grumpobolis There’s trouble in paradise in this utopian adventure. Four teenagers ...
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"For the Nerds and the Nerd Nots" Causes or Cures is a global health podcast hosted by Dr. Eeks—an independent, grassroots show driven by curiosity and a passion for breaking down complex health topics into bite-sized, easy-to-understand insights. Dr. Eeks works as a public health consultant, in the realm of epi/scicomms. She's all about making science relatable and often uses her blue-collar sense of humor to drive the message home. On this podcast, Dr. Eeks talks with experts from around t ...
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Dead Season Ep. 31 - Too Many Cooks in the Apothecary
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58:18Send us a text The party continues through the final memory of Chai where they find things seem to be put back in order after taking out the soul anomaly. Talroth aids a sick Moosey Moose, Javi learns of his skill in a kitchen, Xel threatens to leave the party, and Chai saves a monster #dndcleric #dndmystery #dungeonsanddragons Consider Supporting …
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Natural vs Synthetic Psychedelics, Does It Matter? With Filament Health CEO Ben Lightburn
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34:33Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks sits down with Benjamin Lightburn, CEO of Filament Health, to explore the key differences between natural and synthetic psychedelics—and why those differences matter. Ben breaks down how Filament Health develops its natural psychedelic medicines, shares insights from ongoing clinical trial…
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Dead Season Ep 30 - Another Murder on the Feybreaker Engine
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59:14Send us a text Traversing through the phylactery factory the party finds a room with the final memory of Chai inside. Chai sits on the edge of her own mortality as the party realizes that her life seems to have been changed by astral forces, and that by correcting the evil additions they could set Chai's life back on track. #dndpodcast #dungeonsand…
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Follow Your Heart Rate Variability for Peak Health & Longevity, with Dr. Torkil Færø
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1:06:07Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Torkil Færø about heart rate variability and why he believes it's key to optimal health and longevity. Dr. Færø explains what heart rate variability is, the differences between high and low variability, and how to monitor it using top wearables. He also discusses his best-se…
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Send us a text After dealing with the miniature figures of Hugh Pinkerton, the party ventures deeper into the Phylactery Factory where they find two Ichor cages like the one that used to contain Delry. The Inhabitants of the Ichor cages have keys to a long wondered mystery of the party's. #dndpodcast #dungeonsanddragons #dnd5e #deadseason #dndactua…
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Unlocking Nature's Remedies with Chris Kilham, world-renowned Medicine Hunter
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59:53Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks sits down with Chris Kilham, the renowned "Medicine Hunter," to discuss his incredible global adventures in search of medicinal plants. Chris shares fascinating stories about traveling to over 45 countries, collaborating with indigenous communities, and transforming botanical discoveries i…
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Send us a text The party continues through the Falsely Departed Headquarters as they find a room that seems to be dedicated to the death of Javi. The party assists Finn in the fight against a giant Javi bot bringing their own party member's life to an abrupt stop. Chai pulls out her dance moves to avoid being crushed, Xel throws a fork into the sit…
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A Forever Nightmare: How Forever Chemicals (PFAS) Disrupt Sleep, with Dr. Sherlock Li
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35:21Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks sits down with Dr. Sherlock Li to explore his recent research on the impact of forever chemicals (PFAS) on sleep, a pressing public health concern given the strong links between poor sleep and a range of health issues. Dr. Li begins by providing an overview of what forever chemicals are an…
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Bird Flu: Real Danger or Overblown? Dr. Eskild Petersen Explains
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1:09:08Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks sits down with international infectious disease expert Dr. Eskild Petersen to discuss the current bird flu outbreak. Dr. Petersen provides an overview of the history of influenza and the origins of avian influenza (bird flu), shedding light on the ongoing outbreak in animals and its unexpe…
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Dead Season Ep 27 The Deep Blue Soul Chai
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48:02Send us a text 🔮 The party stumbles through the blinking red light to the lobby area of the Phylactery Factory where they find an Elevator that seems to be going back to the material plane. Talroth finds his soul, Xelborath coaxes his party members away from a sparkly trap, Chai and Javi think they might want to stay in the Phylactery Factory forev…
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Dead Season Ep 26 - Oops All Talroths Pt. 2
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27:46Send us a text ⚔️ The battle rages on outside the phylactery factory as Chai, Xel, Javi, and Talroth continue their fight against the group of "SAD" Talroth clones. These clones seem strangely familiar, forcing the party to question the nature of their enemy. 🛡️ Chai steps up to bolster Xel as he witnesses his son being pulled from his afterlife, t…
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Why Standing Desks Aren’t the Answer for Blood Pressure, with Dr. Bethany Gibbs
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1:04:41Send us a text You’ve heard the phrase, “Sitting is the new smoking,” but is it really true—or just an oversimplification? And do standing desks at work actually improve your health? In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Bethany Barone Gibbs about her recent study on standing desks and their surprising effects on blood pressur…
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Health Benefits of Psychedelic Retreats for Older Adults, Expert Insights with Dr. Lorenzo Pasquini & Hannes Kettner
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59:58Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Lorenzo Pasquini and Hannes Kettner about their research on the effects of psychedelics in older adults who attended psychedelic retreats! They delve into their shared interest in exploring psychedelics as a potential avenue for improving mental health and well-being in this…
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Dead Season Ep 25 - Oops All Talroth's Pt. 1
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19:19Send us a text 🔴 The party arrives at the phylactery factory, where a massive red beam of light threatens to alert the entire factory to their presence. The dead adventurers must act fast to avoid detection. ⚔️ At the entrance, the group encounters three clones guarding the path forward. Each clone appears to carry a corrupted version of Talroth’s …
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Ergothioneine: Could This Hidden Nutrient Transform Your Health? With Lee Carroll
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1:03:46Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Australian medical herbalist Lee Carroll about Ergothioneine—what he calls "the most important nutrient you’ve probably never heard of." Found in high concentrations in mushrooms, Lee explains its properties, functions, and why some researchers have dubbed it a "longevity vitami…
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Send us a text 🔮 The party formulates a plan around the decayed body of Lathander in the Astral Fog. 🛠️ Xel works with Javi on the soul gauntlets that will mend together Delry’s soul. 🪓 Talroth talks with Xel about the possibility of cutting ties with the living so Xel can move on with his sons. A strange auraed soul portal opens for Talroth, raisi…
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Science vs. Spirituality: Is There Room for Magic? A Talk with Dr. Alan Lightman
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1:01:16Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks sits down with Dr. Alan Lightman to explore "spiritual materialism," the idea that we can embrace awe-inspiring, spiritual moments without turning to the supernatural for explanations. Dr. Lightman shares insights from his new book, The Miraculous From the Material: Understanding the Wonde…
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Dead Season Ep. 23: Dying D&D Gods Pt. 2 (FT. Joshua Lorimer)
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43:58Send us a text 🌌The stakes soar to godly heights as the party faces the Lich spirits of Vecna and Lady Pinkerton! Their corrupted souls claw to claim the fallen Godsoul of Lathander, threatening to unleash chaos upon the Astral Plane. ⚔️Join our party with special guest Joshua Lorimer as we find out if our heroes can thwart the liches plans and pro…
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Boost Performance, Heal Faster, Reverse Aging: Hyperbaric Oxygen Secrets with Dr. Shai Efrati
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1:03:07Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks welcomes Dr. Shai Efrati, a world-renowned physician from Tel Aviv specializing in internal medicine, nephrology, and hyperbaric medicine. Dr. Efrati is the director of the Sagol Center for Hyperbaric Medicine and Research, the largest hyperbaric center globally, treating over 350 patients…
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Dive into Relief: Cold Water Swimming for PMS & Menopause, with Prof. Joyce Harper
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58:35Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks sits down with Professor Joyce Harper to discuss her fascinating study on the effects of cold water swimming on premenstrual and perimenopausal symptoms. Prof. Harper kicks off by sharing her background and what inspired her to dive into this unique research. They explore what qualifies as…
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Dead Season Ep. 22: Dying D&D Gods Pt. 1 (FT. Joshua Lorimer)
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31:44Send us a text 👨👦 Xelborath has a heartfelt talk with Chap, promising him an adopted place in their family alongside Delry once they’re able to free Delry from the ichor cage. Meanwhile, Chai and her son, Earl, share a powerful moment, deciding to stick together as they navigate the afterlife. They plan to send a ghostly message to Earl’s still li…
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Heart Risks After COVID: Uncovering Long-Term Effects & Blood Type Links, with Dr. Hooman Allayee & James Hilser
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57:52Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks sits down with Dr. Hooman Allayee and James Hilser to explore their new research on the lasting impact of COVID-19 on heart health. They reveal surprising findings about how COVID—especially in those who were hospitalized—elevates the risk of severe heart issues long after recovery, even y…
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How Your Poop Patterns are Linked to Organ Health, with Dr. Johannes P. Johnson-Martinez
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46:58Send us a text Do you struggle with constipation or diarrhea? How is that linked to your overall organ health? In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Johannes P. Johnson-Martínez about his recent research on how variations in bowel movement frequency (BMF) can impact the gut microbiome, blood metabolites, and overall organ heal…
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Dead Season Ep 21: The Primordial Seedling Pt 2 (Ft. Joshua Lorimer)
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34:35Send us a text Episode starts at 8:19 We're back! Kade goes over where Knocked Prone has been on their 4 month hiatus. The party takes a long rest where Earl talks with Javi about his interest in staying in the Baddies to help take down the Pinkerton's. The party then compares notes with the spirit inside of Earl's bone staff to get closer to the b…
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Why are People Afraid of Clowns? Exploring the Origins of Coulrophobia with Sophie Scorey
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28:13Send us a text Are you afraid of clowns? If you're like many who dread those painted smiles, you're not alone- especially as Halloween approaches and horror movies like It remind us just how unsettling they can be. In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Sophie Scorey about her research on the origins for the fear of clowns or coulr…
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Bizarre and Shocking Snakebite Cures Through History, with Bob Ashley
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52:00Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with snake expert Bob Ashley on his fascinating new book, A Photographic History of Snakebite Treatments: Bad Medicine Snake Oils, Potions, Elixirs and Kits. From ancient remedies described in Hebrew Scriptures to modern day antivenom, he discusses the intriguing, sometimes shocking …
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Could this Simple Sugar Reverse Hair Loss? A chat with Dr. Sheila MacNeil & Dr. Muhammad Yar
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49:57Send us a text Discovering new hope for hair loss! In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Sheila MacNeil and Dr. Muhammad Yar about their accidental discovery that a simple sugar compound may stimulate hair regrowth and help end male-pattern baldness, or androgenic alopecia—a condition affecting many people. They dive into how …
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The Magic in Mushrooms: How Psilocybin Impacts Learning, with Dr. Andrea Casanova
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59:55Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Andrea Casanova about his new research on how psilocybin impacts learning. This study is the first to explore how psilocybin (commonly known as "magic mushrooms") influences reinforcement learning, a type of learning driven by rewards and cues. Dr. Casanova breaks down how p…
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How Dogs Detect the Scent of Stress in Trauma Survivors, with Dr. Simon Gadbois & Dr. Laura Kiiroja
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51:02Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Simon Gadbois and Dr. Laura Kiiroja about how scent-detection dogs can detect stress in breath samples from individuals with traumatic histories when exposed to trauma cues. They discuss the current use of dogs in detecting diseases, explaining what exactly these dogs are sm…
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Finding Lasting Happiness: Practical Tips with Dr. Elia Gourgouris
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1:08:57Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with America's Happiness Doctor, Dr. Elia Gourgouris, about practical steps people can take to achieve lasting happiness. Dr. Gourgouris breaks down the definition of happiness and shares how we can leverage it in our daily lives, at work, in relationships, and even during times of c…
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Dementia in Focus: Risk Factors, Prevention & Global Impact, with Dr. Naaheed Mukadam
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29:22Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks sits down with Dr. Naaheed Mukadam to explore her latest findings on dementia. Dr. Mukadam sheds light on her recent research, delving into the changes in incidence and prevalence of dementia globally. They discuss the most current, evidence-based risk factors associated with the disease, …
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Stories that Save: Film, Kindness & Transforming Live Kidney Donation, with David Krissman
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1:14:07Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with filmmaker David Krissman about his groundbreaking grassroots initiative aimed at revolutionizing live kidney donations. David, a repeat guest (Episode 154) who previously discussed "The Great Social Experiment" and America's trial with universal healthcare for kidney disease, no…
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Pounds & Pills: Unpacking Antidepressant Weight Gain with Dr. Jason Block
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56:24Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Jason Block about his research on weight gain caused by antidepressants. He compares weight gain across different antidepressants and explains what those taking these medications should expect. Dr. Block also discusses other medications his team is evaluating for weight gain…
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From One-Size-Fits-All to Precision Psychiatry: The 6 Biotypes for Depression, with Dr. Leonardo Tozzi
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47:12Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Leonardo Tozzi about his research on identifying six unique biotypes for depression. He explains the current problem with the "one size fits all" diagnostic approach to depression, the development of personalized brain circuit scores, and how they led to the discovery of six…
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Trypophobia Unveiled: Why Clusters of Holes Freak Us Out, with Dr. Geoff Cole
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39:44Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Geoff Cole about his research on trypophobia, an aversion to clusters of small holes or bumps. If you’re a fan of American Horror Story, you might have come across trypophobia there. Dr. Cole delves into the details of this phenomenon, exploring what causes it, theories on i…
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Night Owls vs Early Birds: The Link Between Bedtime and Mental Health, with Dr. Jamie Zeitzer
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49:42Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Jamie Zeitzer about his recently published research on the link between one's bedtime preference and mental health. He explains which sleep pattern correlates with better mental health and which correlates with poorer mental health. Unfortunately for night owls, he offers hy…
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Pay to Post: Unveiling Industry Payments to Doctors on X (Twitter), with Dr. Aaron Mitchell
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45:48Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Aaron Mitchell about his recent research on pharmaceutical industry payments to medical doctors for promoting specific drugs on X (formerly known as Twitter). Dr. Mitchell describes the financial relationships between pharmaceutical companies and doctors, the prevalence of t…
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Breaking Down Obesity: Four Phenotypes That Could Change Everything, with Dr. Andres Acosta
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51:46Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with Dr. Andres Acosta MD PHD about the identification of 4 phenotypes for obesity and how they can revolutionize the future of obesity treatment. In great detail, he describes the 4 obesity phenotypes (Hungry Brain, Emotional Hunger, Hungry Gut, and Slow Burn) and explains what trea…
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Fart Walks: The Gas-Powered Path to Better Health, with Dr. David Clarke
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39:12Send us a text In this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with gastroenterologist Dr. David Clarke about the viral wellness trend of fart walking. He, an avid fart walker himself, describes the health benefits of fart walking, particularly how it can help with digestion, heart burn, bloating, and possibly even Type 2 Diabetes. He offers tip…
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