Podcasts by Lets Pharmonize: A Pharmacy Show

Pharmacy in Pop Culture with Pharmacy Focus - Part 2 from 2022-05-05T10:17:25

In this episode we are joined once again by a very special guest, Jill Murphy from Pharmacy Focus Podcast, to discuss some examples of pharmacy in pop culture. In Part 1, we took a close look at...

Pharmacy in Pop Culture with Pharmacy Focus - Part 1 from 2022-04-25T08:00:08

In this episode we are joined once again by a very special guest, Jill Murphy from Pharmacy Focus Podcast, to discuss some examples of pharmacy in pop culture. In Part 1, we'll take a close look...

COVID-19 - Omicron and the New Antiviral Treatments from 2022-01-04T10:00

Welcome back to Let's Pharmonize! Here to bring you the same great content you've grown to love are Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift. Today we're kicking off Season Three of Let's Pharmonize...

HISTORY: The Worst Sporting Event of ALL TIME from 2021-11-09T00:29:47

The 1904 Olympic Marathon lives in infamy as the worst sporting event of all time. Here's the stories of 7 runners who risked their lives for an event that was utterly stupid.

This is NOT...

POP CULTURE: Captain America's Super Soldier Serum from 2021-11-01T09:00

The contents of the super-soldier serum have been the subject of speculation for decades. Today we learn the truth about what makes Captain America great from our very own Justin Frederick. ...

COVID-19 - Neuropilin-1, the New Doorway for Viral Entry from 2021-10-25T10:00

The additional receptor implicated in Sars-COV-2's entry process, while not exactly new, is definitely not getting the fair share of the spotlight with ACE2. Involved in many complicated pathway...

NCAP Pharmacy JEOPARDY! State Championship! from 2021-10-14T14:37:13

The final installment of a series of pharmacy JEOPARDY! games, this episode features the terrific students from each of the four North Carolina Pharmacy Schools. We hope you enjoy the fun and in...

Pharmacy JEOPARDY! with HPU Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy from 2021-10-04T10:15:20

The third installment of a series of pharmacy JEOPARDY! games, this episode features the terrific students of High Point University Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy in North Carolina. We hope you ...

Pharmacy JEOPARDY! With Campbell University School of Pharmacy from 2021-09-22T09:00

The second installment of a series of pharmacy JEOPARDY! games, this episode features the amazing students of Campbell University School of Pharmacy in North Carolina. We hope you enjoy the fun ...

Pharmacy JEOPARDY! With UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy from 2021-09-14T10:00

The first of a series of pharmacy JEOPARDY! games, this episode features the amazing students of UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy in North Carolina. We hope you enjoy the fun and interesting ques...

Pop Culture Potpourri from 2021-09-07T09:00

The experts on drugs in pop culture return for another foray into the fictional. In this special episode Justin, Shane, Mickey and Cal join together to discuss several different drugs and medica...

SPOTLIGHT: CTE and the Damage it Causes from 2021-08-31T13:38:08

Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, or CTE, is a brain disease often found in former athletes who played professionally in contact sports. Today, we will discuss the physiology behind the conditio...

COVID-19 - Ivermectin and Fenofibrate, What's the Deal? from 2021-08-23T09:00

COVID-19 has brought about a whirlwind of new information as scientists around the world grapple with the overwhelming responsibility of understanding this complex virus. Shane, Cal, Mickey and ...

HISTORY: The Pharmacopoeia from 2021-08-16T09:00

The Pharmacopoeia, oft taken for granted, has been through many major changes over the past few centuries. Mickey Ferguson takes us back to the ancient origins of what we now know as the pharmac...

POP CULTURE: Fear Street from 2021-08-09T20:12:49

Horror movies haven't been known for their meticulous research into physiology and pharmacology. However, the effects of the events in Fear Street: Part 1 - 1994 may surprise you. In this episod...

SPOTLIGHT: Human Physiology in Space from 2021-08-02T17:31:30

Space travel is nothing new, but so few people have traveled beyond the reaches of our atmosphere that we still don't really know what happens to the body in space. For decades scientists and re...

HISTORY: The Demise of the Presidents Part 1 from 2021-07-27T20:14:53

Today, we begin the first of a four part series where we dive into the deaths of all 40 US presidents throughout history. From Asthma, to Epiglottitis, to Typhoid Fever, the deaths of the first ...

SPOTLIGHT: The Future of Pharmacy with Todd Eury from 2021-07-22T21:20:05

Today, in a special collaboration with CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network Todd Eury, Shane and Cal weigh their input of the future of the pharmacy profession from a Pharmacy student's perspecti...

POP CULTURE: Outlander from 2021-07-12T14:33:59

Today we are joined by a very special guest, creator of our music and wife of Shane, Kelly Kerr! Kelly, Shane and Ivan Stewart dive in to discuss the medical accuracy of the time-hopping medical...

RxRise: The Solution to Pharmaceutical Obsolescence from 2021-07-01T08:00

Joining us today is an incredibly special guest: Adam Gladieux of RxRise! After having worked in the pharmaceutical industry for years, Adam has set out to solve the longstanding problem of phar...

SPOTLIGHT: Medicine for Plants from 2021-06-28T17:23:47

Humans and animals aren't the only living things that use drugs. Drugs are designed and implemented to treat plants too! Whether as defoliants to destroy plants or antifungals to treat crops, dr...

HISTORY: The Origin of Anesthesia from 2021-06-21T08:00

Anesthesia, like all great medical breakthroughs, was brought about by necessity. Also like many medical breakthroughs, the discovery of anesthesia was an accident. Ivan Stewart joins us yet aga...

HISTORY: The Legend of Rasputin from 2021-06-14T22:23:13

Rasputin has been a name surrounded by an aura of fear and mysticism for a hundred years. The mystery of his demise has been the subject of much speculation and debate. Join us as we put those r...

HISTORY: The True Story of Penicillin from 2021-06-07T09:00

Forget what you know about Penicillin, Kelly Brown is here to set the record straight. From accidents and mishaps, to devious information leaks, the details of the creation of this historical li...

POP CULTURE: Iron Man and the History of Pacemakers from 2021-05-31T09:00

Justin Frederick joins us again with another look into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, this time with Iron Man and his fascinating Arc Reactor located in the center of his chest. Besides being a ...

SPOTLIGHT SHORT: Tuskegee and HeLa Cells from 2021-05-25T02:20:53

Today's episode is a 2-part round-table discussion between Cal, Shane, and Mickey about two of the most controversial pieces of medicine known to the modern world. 

This is NOT your ...

POP CULTURE: Mass Effect's Genophage from 2021-05-10T08:00

Have you ever played through the emotional and exciting space opera that is "Mass Effect" and wondered if the subplot of intergalactic chemical genocide was physiologically plausible? If you ans...

HISTORY: The Madness of King George III from 2021-05-03T16:30:02

Chop, chop, the King, the King! King George III is largely known as "The Mad King who lost the United States". In actuality, his story is much, MUCH more interesting. 

This is NOT yo...

POP CULTURE: Librium from The Queen's Gambit from 2021-04-26T08:00

The Queen's Gambit, a Netflix mini-series released in 2020, featured an unlikely cast member alongside Anya Taylor-Joy: Librium, aka Chlordiazepoxide. Uncover the true history of the very first ...

Old-Timey Medicine with Pharmacy Focus from 2021-04-19T11:00

In this episode we are joined by a very special guest, Jill Murphy from Pharmacy Focus Podcast, to discuss some old-timey medical treatments and how they've evolved over time. From the Iron Lung...

SPOTLIGHT: Old-Timey Medicine with Pharmacy Focus from 2021-04-19T09:00

In this episode we are joined by a very special guest, Jill Murphy from Pharmacy Focus Podcast, to discuss some old-timey medical treatments and how they've evolved over time. From the Iron Lung...

HISTORY: Weight-Loss Drugs throughout Time from 2021-04-13T13:07:31

Imagine: You put on a few pounds over vacation and now it's time to get back in shape. What medicine do you reach for? Well, certainly none of these. 

This is NOT your physician's po...

SPOTLIGHT: Zolgensma, The Most Expensive Drug Ever from 2021-04-05T18:34:31

Viagra, Crestor, Eliquis, and many other brand-name medications come to mind when the discussion turns to expensive drugs. These drugs are pocket change in comparison to Zolgensma, a new(ish) ge...

SPOTLIGHT: COVID-19 Vaccine Alleged Infertility from 2021-03-08T09:00

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Jordan Smith, Assistant Professor of Clinical Sciences at High Point University and our go-to expert for questions on infectious diseases. We'll discuss the...

SPOTLIGHT: Vaping from 2021-02-17T17:21:48

This week we are joined by Mickey Ferguson to discuss some of the physiological differences between vaping and smoking. 

This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson ...

SPOTLIGHT: Gas Station Supplements from 2021-02-02T23:21:53

Have you ever found yourself standing in line at the gas station checkout, eyes drifting lazily over to the ostentatious and suggestive display of supplements both titillating and academically i...

HISTORY: The Lost Expedition: The Medical Mysteries from 2021-01-26T00:07:01

This is the story of the 1846 expedition to the Arctic to finally traverse the northwest passage. The story of HMS Erebus and Terror are full of incredible medical mysteries and stories that are...

HISTORY: The Lost Expedition: The Story from 2021-01-25T22:40:10

This is the story of the 1846 expedition to the Arctic to finally traverse the northwest passage. The story of HMS Erebus and Terror are full of incredible medical mysteries and stories that are...

POP CULTURE: Hannibal and the Floater Pharmacist from 2021-01-18T14:34:31

How would a floater pharmacist plan to kidnap his patients? By tampering with their medication of course! Exactly how plausible is the method of abduction used by fictional character Elden Stamm...

POP CULTURE: Run (2020): The Movie from 2021-01-11T15:08:42

What does Digoxin, Lidocaine, and a household pesticide have in common? Find out by listening to our review of the movie Run, released November 2020. Oh, and by the way, spoiler alert is on!

HISTORY: Medicine of World War II from 2020-12-21T22:07:23

World War II was fought by men, but it was the medicine and medics who turned the tides of many battles, and perhaps ultimately the war. From the early use of sulfanilamide to the discovery of p...

SPOTLIGHT: Designer Drugs from 2020-12-07T19:56:51

We're not talking about drugs made by Louis Vuitton or Dior, no. We're talking about drugs designed to circumvent existing laws by pushing the boundaries of chemistry. Brought to you by the hila...

POP CULTURE: Drugs of Metal Gear from 2020-11-30T15:01:30

Metal Gear is a series not known for realism, however the detail in the medicine and drugs portrayed in the game turn out surprisingly deep. Mickey Ferguson joins us again to deliver this funny ...

SPOTLIGHT: Mountain Man Medicine from 2020-11-23T23:20:24

When you are in the high mountains, with no civilization in sight, you have to get creative. Here are 5 incredible medical tales from mountain men. 

This is NOT your physician's podc...

POP CULTURE: Black Panther's Heart-Shaped Herb from 2020-11-16T10:00

The Black Panther proves to be more medically accurate than you might think. In this episode, our hosts are joined by friend and classmate Justin Frederick to discuss the realism of the heart-sh...

SPOTLIGHT: Genetic Superpowers from 2020-11-09T10:00

Genetic mutations can result in anything from different hair colors to conditions like muscular dystrophy or cystic fibrosis, but did you know that the hands of fate can also dole out genetic su...

SPOTLIGHT: Tylenol, How do you work?? from 2020-11-02T13:00

How is it possible that we don't know how a drug, once called the most dangerous drug in the world, actually works? Well, meet Tylenol, the drug with many names and even more potential pathways....

Let's Pharmonize: Halloween Special from 2020-10-26T13:12:14

Happy Halloween! Join our spooky (g)hosts as we serve up scares in our 2020 Halloween special episode! This week we'll be analyzing the realism of a well-known "creepypasta" (scary story shared ...

SPOTLIGHT: Mammalian Meat Allergy from 2020-10-19T09:00

The mammalian meat allergy, or alpha-gal allergy, has eluded physicians for decades. Rising in prevalence over the past few years, it's time to shine a light on the hidden danger of tick bites. ...

POP CULTURE: Valkyr from Max Payne from 2020-10-12T13:50:03

Special guest Ivan Stewart joins us today to discuss the fictional drug Valkyr from the Max Payne series of video games and movie. From the seedy underbelly of New York City comes the dangerous ...

TOTAL RECALL: Ergamisol from 2020-10-05T12:00

What does a Golden Retriever, Cocaine, and Vascular explosion have in common? Find out about Ergamisol, the recalled anti-worm medication.

This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts S...

HISTORY: Circe, the Mother of Pharmakeia from 2020-09-28T14:20

Special guest Ashley Edwards joins us today to bring the story of Circe, the daughter of Helios and Perse, and the phirst pharmacist! Circe wasn't exactly prom queen, but once she started practi...

POP CULTURE: Modafinil, The Inspiration behind Limitless from 2020-09-21T12:00

Modafinil. Will this be the masterpiece, the drug of all drugs, the one to open up our mind's eye to see what we could never even imagine to see without it? Probably not.  

This is...

HISTORY: Diabetes Through the Ages from 2020-09-14T14:19:47

Diabetes hasn't changed much over the past few thousand years, but the treatments of Diabetes have evolved to the point where what was once considered an incurable death sentence is now a manage...

SPOTLIGHT: Our Stories from 2020-09-07T15:52:24

Joined again by Mickey Ferguson, this week our hosts discuss the roads we've travelled, and how we all ended up on the path to becoming a pharmacist. We answer questions sent in from high school...

SPOTLIGHT: The Drugs of Fallout from 2020-08-31T16:09:58

The exciting world of the Fallout series is not just an apocalyptic playground full of ghouls and raiders. It's also home to dozens of fascinating and mind-altering chemical compounds! Join our ...

HISTORY: Mustard Gas, the Origin of Chlorambucil from 2020-08-24T13:38:45

In this episode, we join our hosts as they step into their time machine to travel back to the trenches of World War One to investigate the toxic origins of a popular anti-cancer drug Chlorambuci...

TOTAL RECALL: Accutane and its Horrible Side Effects from 2020-08-17T17:33:17

Hello! This episode of Total Recall discusses Accutane (Generic Name: Isotretinoin): A popularly prescribed drug for acne that has since seen the brand go extinct. Why? Listen to find out! We wi...

SPOTLIGHT: Homeopathy, an Undiluted Truth from 2020-08-10T02:00

From humble beginnings in Ancient Greece, the principles of homeopathy have governed the most successful branch of alternative medicine for over a century. In this week's episode, we'll discuss ...

HISTORY: Walking Dead Syndrome from 2020-08-03T12:00

Hello! Today's episode is a little... spooky... In this episode, you will learn about Cotard's Syndrome, a condition first elaborated on by Jules Cotard in 1880. Cotard's Syndrome all relies on ...

HISTORY: Scopolamine, the Real Life Truth Serum from 2020-07-27T12:00

What began as an analysis of pop culture quickly becomes a descent into the seedy underbelly of unethical interrogations of the 1920's. Scopolamine has been studied as a real-life truth serum dr...

SPOTLIGHT: Animal Medicine from 2020-07-20T12:00

Joined by Mickey Ferguson in this week's episode, our intrepid hosts venture deep into the dense jungles of Tanzania to discuss the self-medicating habits of chimpanzees and bonobos. From analyz...

TOTAL RECALL: Merck Inc. from 2020-07-13T12:00

Hello! This is an all NEW type of Let's Pharmonize episode we are calling Total Recall, a look into history's most infamous drug companies and recalls. This episode discusses Merck, a once might...

HISTORY: Mental Healthcare Through the Ages from 2020-07-06T12:28:09

Micky Ferguson joins us on this episode to uncover the long and arduous history of mental healthcare throughout the world. Over the course of the past few centuries, the treatment of patients in...

SPOTLIGHT: COVID19 Treatment Revisited from 2020-06-29T10:54:39

Co-host Mickey Ferguson joins the group today to discuss a few new treatment options for COVID19. The world of COVID19 is changing rapidly, and with that constant mutation it's difficult to keep...

HISTORY: The Ancient Uses of Animal Bile from 2020-06-22T12:00

Dive into the fascinating history of animal bile in ancient China. For thousands of years, bile from numerous animals has been used to treat anything from dysentery to halitosis. Does it work? S...

The World After COVID-19, featuring special guest Dr. Mitch Lee from 2020-06-15T12:00

The host of Retell Pharmacy, Dr. Mitch Lee, joins us as we discuss the unforeseen ramifications of COVID-19 on the modern world. From the decline in movie theaters, to the cultural gap, to the p...

POP CULTURE: Maximus the Medicated from 2020-06-08T12:00

This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy world with fun, interesting, and downright weird topics!

In this episode, we explor...

HISTORY: Stubbins Ffirth and the Yellow Fever Experiments from 2020-06-01T12:00

Warning! This episode contains grisly content. Listener discretion advised.

This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy worl...

SPOTLIGHT: Protease Inhibitor for COVID-19 from 2020-05-22T23:39:38

This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy world with fun, interesting, and downright weird topics!

In this episode we go in-d...

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Lets Pharmonize - Prozium Analysis from 2020-03-30T20:20:21

This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy world with fun, interesting, and downright weird topics!

This episode is an analysi...

Lets Pharmonize- COVID19 Special Update from 2020-03-25T21:47:27

This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy world with fun, interesting, and downright weird topics!

This episode is a special ...

Lets Pharmonize- Statins, C. Diff, Contraceptives, and Looper from 2020-01-31T21:21:24

This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy world with fun, interesting, and downright weird topics!

This episode goes into stu...

Let's Pharmonize Spotlight Minisode- What's in a name? from 2020-01-24T14:21:58

This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy world with fun, interesting, and downright weird topics!

This episode i...

Let's Pharmonize: Zantac Recall and the Unknown Chinese Virus from 2020-01-19T00:15:19

This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy world with fun, interesting, and downright weird topics!

This episode goes into the...