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Medication TalkPutting Antimicrobial Stewardship Into PracticeListen in as our expert panel reviews important concepts behind antimicrobial stewardship along with tips to help limit unnecessary antimicrobial use.Special guests:Madeline King, PharmD, MPH, BCIDPCo-Director, Outpatient Antimicrobial StewardshipCooper University Health CareAssistant Professor of MedicineCooper Medical School at Rowan UniversityMichael A. Deaney, PharmD, AAHIVPInfectious Diseases Clinical Pharmacy SpecialistDenver Health & Hospital AuthorityYou’ll also hear practical advice from panelists on TRC’s Editorial Advisory Board:Stephen Carek, MD, CAQSM, DipABLMClinical Associate Professor of Family MedicinePrisma Health/USC-SOMG Family Medicine Residency ProgramUSC School of Medicine GreenvilleCraig D. Williams, PharmD, FNLA, BCPSClinical Prof...
2026-03-0138 min
Rumor vs TruthHair Loss TreatmentsHair today… gone tomorrow? Don and Steve are combing through the claims to find out what really works. In this episode, they separate fact from fiction about hair loss treatments, tackling everything from minoxidil and finasteride to natural remedies and trending techniques.💊Does oral minoxidil really outperform topical versions?🧴Is topical finasteride genuinely a safer workaround, or do the same systemic side effects still sneak through?🌿Are “natural” options like rosemary oil and saw palmetto actually regrowing hair… or just regrowing rumors?Bad hair days meet bold claims — and our hosts are on the case. St...
2026-02-1733 min
Rumor vs TruthHormone Replacement Therapy for MenopauseHot flashes or cool facts… are menopause and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in the middle of the rumors? In this episode, Don and Steve turn up the heat on common claims about estrogen therapy and menopause management. Joined by guest expert Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS, they separate fact from fiction and share practical tips for clinicians.🔥 Is HRT the go-to for every patient with hot flashes?💊 Are bioidentical hormones truly better… or just better marketed?🩹 Is topical estrogen safer than oral therapy?🎗 Does hormone therapy raise breast cancer risk… or is the evidence mo...
2026-01-2027 min
Rumor vs TruthNatural Cold and Flu RemediesIs your favorite cold fix fact—or folklore? In this episode, hosts Don and Steve team up with special guest Jeff Langford, PharmD, from TRC’s NatMed team, to bust the biggest myths about natural remedies for cold and flu. Together, they dig into the roots of popular remedies—from pharmacy shelves to grandma’s kitchen—to uncover what’s backed by evidence.🍯 Is honey for cough a sweet solution or just a sticky myth?🫐 Elderberry syrup: flu fighter or fruity fad?🌱 Are homeopathic flu remedies backed by science?Get ready for the verdict on th...
2025-11-1831 min
Rumor vs TruthBONUS: Dental Dilemmas – Extended Fluoride InterviewWe loved our conversation with Dr. Jayson Chalmers, DDS so much that we’re sharing the full, never‑before‑heard interview. It goes deeper than our last episode “Dental Dilemmas” on the history of fluoridation, chemistry, dosing, safety signals, and what clinicians should actually recommend. ** No CE credit for this bonus episode. (CE returns with our next regular episode on cold & flu.) ** What you’ll learn:How fluoride prevents cavities (the hydroxyapatite → fluorapatite story) Where the 2025 JAMA Pediatrics metaanalysis on fluoride exposure and children’s IQ fits (signal v...
2025-11-0416 min
Rumor vs TruthDental DilemmasIn this episode, Don and Steve separate fact from fiction about meds and oral health.💊 Could your favorite mouthwash be more “spirited” than you think?😬 Can a key medication for opioid use disorder quietly sabotage your smile?🦷 What really happens when you put aspirin on a toothache—relief, or regret? Ready to brush up on the facts and drill down to the truth? No need to sugarcoat it, our myth-busting pharmacist duo (and a special dentist guest expert) are here to rinse away the rumors and polish up the evidence!Claims:Flu...
2025-10-2130 min
Rumor vs TruthTestosteroneIn this episode, Don and Steve flex their clinical muscles and bust myths about testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) - from supplements to safety risks.🐶 Can topical testosterone transfer to pets and kids?💊 Are supplements like ginseng and vitamin D legit testosterone boosters?❤️ Does testosterone increase cardiovascular risk?Stick around as our pharmacist duo breaks down the evidence and shares insights on these hot-button hormone claims:Testosterone should be considered for ALL men with low testosterone levels, or “low T”Topical testosterone can transfer to other people and petsSome vitamins and supplements ar...
2025-09-1623 min
Rumor vs TruthManaging AcneIn this episode, hosts Don and Steve tackle one of the most common (and commonly misunderstood) skin conditions: acne. Joined by dermatology expert Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS, the team breaks down the myths, meds, and marketing claims that surround acne treatment. 💊Do doxycycline and minocycline treat acne the same way? 🧼Is it possible to wash your face TOO much? 🪥And can toothpaste really help banish blemishes? 🤔Pop in as we clear up the evidence and face the facts! They’ll share research and insights into some interesting cl...
2025-08-1926 min
Rumor vs TruthColor Coded: Dyes in MedicationsIn this episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction about dyes in medications and food.🚫 Why is the FDA banning certain artificial dyes, and what does it mean for your meds and favorite foods? 💊 Can the color of your pills really affect how you feel about them?🐀 Why do we talk so much about rats and sewers in this episode? 🌈 Folks are dye-ing to know the truth...let’s find out!They’ll share research and insights into some interesting claims including:White tablets or clear solutions...
2025-05-2018 min
Rumor vs TruthTackling TetracyclinesIn this episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction when it comes to claims about tetracyclines. 🦷 Will doxycycline stain children’s teeth? ☠️ Is expired tetracycline truly deadly? 🐱 What do cats have to do with all this? 🚴♂️ Let’s cycle through the facts! They’ll share research and insights into some interesting claims including:Doxycycline should never be used in young kids due to teeth concerns.Doxycycline monohydrate is better than the hyclate version.Minocycline can permanently pigment skin.Expired tetracyclines are toxic.Tetracyclines shouldn’t be used in pregnancy.Tetracycl...
2025-03-1821 min
Rumor vs TruthJuicy InteractionsIn this premiere episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction about medication interactions with fruit juices. 🍊 Does that morning grapefruit really matter with your medications? 👍 Are some juices beneficial? 🍹 Let's squeeze out the truth! They’ll share research and insights into some interesting claims including:You shouldn’t drink grapefruit juice with certain statins.There are other meds that interact with fruit juices.Juices can affect the absorption of ADHD stimulants (Adderall, etc).Sildenafil may be affected by more “exotic” juices.Fruit juices are actually good for certain meds.
2025-01-2216 min
Better People PodcastThe CEO's Journey: From Naval Officer to Healthcare Innovator with Matt MurphyDive into the world of InHome Therapy with CEO Matt Murphy as he unveils the origins of his company during the pandemic, the growth through acquisitions, and the industry's shift to prioritize patients. Discover the power of purpose, the impact of physical therapy, and the art of engagement in a burgeoning healthcare business - all shaped by heartwarming, patient-centric stories.Here are a few topics we’ll discuss on this episode of Better People Podcast:CEO's naval to legal to healthcare journeyRise Together: Patients, therapists & agencies' goalIn-home therapy tackles patient im...
2024-06-1837 min
Project FußballThe 50+1 rule: Time to scrap it?In the third episode of season three, we discuss the issue of competition in the Bundesliga and whether scrapping 50+1 is the solution. DW's Felix Tamust joins James to explain the Bayern Munich problem before James hands it over to Matt Ford who speaks to Sebastian Uhrich, a professor of sports business administration, about scrapping the 50+1 rule.
2021-12-1546 min
Maximizing EcommerceLessons from a $300k Day on Amazon with Matt Uhrich, Ep #104Matt Uhrich was looking to make a change in his life and ended up selling on Amazon. He didn’t just sell… he crushed it. We met at Sellers Summit in 2019, and he shared the CRAZIEST story of a lightning deal (during the peak of Cyber Monday) that I have ever heard. Even outside of that crazy day, Matthew is both successful and humble, and he has a passion for sharing the wisdom he has learned that has blessed him along the way. In this episode, he shares tips that helped him become a multiple 7-figure seller. ...
2021-04-2945 min
Criterion On The CouchEpisode #22: The RockJoin Adam, and Jim as they delve down the incinerator chute, on the mine car, through the tunnels to the power plant, under the steam engine and into the cistern through the intake pipe. That’s right, in episode 22 it’s time to retake The Rock along with special guest: former U.S. Navy Seal - Joe.
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Criterion On The Couch - Episode #22 - The Rock
The Rock - Criterion
Directing
Director: Michael Bay
Armageddon (1998)
Criterion On The Couch episode #019
Acting
John Patrick Mason - Sea...
2020-02-071h 10
HoopsvilleHoopsville: Midway Point (Jan. 11, 2018)It is always an exciting and surprising point in the season. The midway point. We are already halfway through another thrilling Division III basketball season. The best part, we have plenty more basketball to come. The hard part, we are also closer to the season coming to a close.
On Thursday night's Hoopsville, Dave will try and pull out his crystal ball and read the tea leaves on who can sustain their momentum, who may fall off, and which teams could make a run to the end. While we won't have all the answers, some of Dave's guests will be...
2018-01-112h 24