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Certified Bookaholics

by Karen Wickiam, Retired ER RN,

This podcast is about strange medicine. I will use my experience as an ER nurse to explore the world of medicine. True Crime, coroners cases, medical mysteries, bizarre treatments from around the world, scary diseases and medical breakthroughs. Real life stories from the Emergency Room. Sometimes it's the cure that kills you!

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Episodes

  1. Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment: Part Two

    Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment: Part Two In 1931, One of the worst medical experiments performed on human beings began. This experiment continued for next 40 years. The study targeted 623, predominantly poor, uneducated, African American men from rural Alabama. These men were told that they were...

  2. Tuskegee Syphilis Experiment: Part One

    Tuskegee Syphilis Study In 1931, One of the worst medical experiments performed on human beings began. This experiment continued for next 40 years. The study targeted 623, predominantly poor, uneducated, African American men from rural Alabama. These men were told that they were getting free…

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  3. Introducing Mind Of A Mass Murderer

    Welcome, As a nurse I have been on the front lines trying to save the lives of the victims of a mass murder. Scientists, doctors, nurses and law enforcement have spent their entire careers trying to figure what makes these monsters tick. I have as well. This podcast explores the minds of mass...

  4. Elizabeth Wettlaufer: Serial Killer RN Part #2

    Elizabeth Wettlaufer: Serial Killer RN Part #2 Elizabeth Wettlaufer moves onto a new position and this is where she kills her last victim. This episode discusses her arrest, conviction, court inquiry and family fallout. Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments...

  5. Interview With A Former Friend Of Elizabeth Wettlaufer

    This episode contains an interview with a former friend of Elizabeth Wettlaufer. What's it like to have spent time alone with a serial killer? Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group Instagram - stattales Email - [email protected] Patreon…

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  6. Hardcore ER #9

    Hardcore ER #9 This episode is about death and dying in the ER, hospital and home from the perspective of a nurse and a person who has lost people very dear to her. Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group Instagram - stattales Email -...

  7. Christmas Special: The 12 Days Of Podcasts

    I made this festive song just for you my wonderful listeners. It starts out a little slow but give it chance! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and your loved ones! Thank you all for your support and friendship. Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments...

  8. Chelmsford Psychiatric Hospital

    Chelmsford Psychiatric Hospital Was a psychiatric that abused patients with cruel and unspeakable psychiatric treatments. One of these treatments was the deadly 'Deep Sleep Therapy' as insituted by unethical and sadistic physician Harry Bailley. This therapy led to the deaths of 24 patients....

  9. Chelmsford Psychiatric Hospital

    Chelmsford Psychiatric Hospital Was a psychiatric that abused patients with cruel and unspeakable psychiatric treatments. One of these treatments was the deadly 'Deep Sleep Therapy' as insituted by unethical and sadistic physician Harry Bailley. This therapy led to the deaths of 24 patients....

  10. Elizabeth Wettlaufer: Serial Killer RN

    Elizabeth Wettlaufer: Serial Killer RN This episode is a Canadian serial killer and former registered nurse who confessed to murdering eight senior citizens and attempting to murder six others in Southwestern Ontario between 2007 and 2016. Suture Room: "Put Your Hands In The Air" Poem,...

  11. Elizabeth Wettlaufer: Serial Killer RN

    Elizabeth Wettlaufer: Serial Killer RN This episode is about Canadian serial killer and former registered nurse who confessed to murdering eight senior citizens and attempting to murder six others in Southwestern Ontario between 2007 and 2016. Suture Room: "Put Your Hands In The Air" Poem,...

  12. Mary Ellen Wilson Story: Part Two

    Mary Ellen Wilson Story: Part Two When a little girl named Mary Ellen was abused, the courts would not help because there were no laws to prevent child abuse. Thankfully, animal abuse laws existed. The dedication of several kindhearted people saved Mary Ellen and led to the founding of The New…

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  13. Mary Ellen Wilson Story: Part #2

    Mary Ellen Wilson Story: Part Two When a little girl named Mary Ellen was abused, the courts would not help because there were no laws to prevent child abuse. Thankfully, animal abuse laws existed. The dedication of several kindhearted people saved Mary Ellen and led to the founding of The New…

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  14. Mary Ellen Wilson Story - Part #1

    When a little girl named Mary Ellen was abused, the courts would not help because there were no laws to prevent child abuse. Thankfully, animal abuse laws existed. The dedication of several kindhearted people saved Mary Ellen and led to the founding of The New York Society for the Prevention of...

  15. Mary Ellen Wilson Story - Part #1

    When a little girl named Mary Ellen was abused, the courts would not help because there were no laws to prevent child abuse. Thankfully, animal abuse laws existed. The dedication of several kindhearted people saved Mary Ellen and led to the founding of The New York Society for the Prevention of...

  16. Hardcore ER #8

    Hardcore ER #8 There are many people in this world that seem to be forgotten. This is a story about two such people, an elderly mother and her developmentally delayed son. It wasn't until something tragic happened that they were discovered, maybe too late. NSFW - Trigger warning - Twitter -...

  17. Hardcore ER #8

    Hardcore ER #8 There are many people in this world that seem to be forgotten. This is a story about two such people, an elderly mother and her developmentally delayed son. It wasn't until something tragic happened that they were discovered, maybe too late. NSFW - Trigger warning - Twitter -...

  18. STAT! Is Back!

    STAT! has added a co-host to the show. Emma! Emma is an RN from Sydney, Australia and she is adding incredible new insight and content. Have a listen and meet Emma for yourself! Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group Email - [email protected]...

  19. Living While Black

    Living While Black It is an epidemic America. Black people of sll are being arrested for living their lives. Walking down the street, driving their cars, shopping, baby sitting, things that every person should have the right to do unaccosted. Racism is as strong as ever, but thanks to social…

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  20. Dr. Gosnell: The Final Episode

    Dr. Gosnell: The Final Episode This final episode discusses the court case, sentencing and his experience in prison. It will creep you out! Promo Murder Was The Case Podcast https://murderwasthecase.podbean.com Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion…

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  21. Dr. Gosnell: The Final Episode

    Dr. Gosnell: The Final Episode This final episode discusses the court case, sentencing and his experience in prison. It will creep you out! Promo Murder Was The Case Podcast https://murderwasthecase.podbean.com Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion…

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  22. Hardcore ER #7

    Hardcore ER #7 When a loved one is in a tragic and traumatic and one doctor gives you hope and another one takes it away. NSFW - Trigger warning - Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group Email - [email protected] Patreon - STAT! Shocking Traumas...

  23. Hardcore ER #7

    Hardcore ER #7 When a loved one is in a tragic and traumatic accident and one doctor gives you hope and another one takes it away. NSFW - Trigger warning - Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group Email - [email protected] Patreon - STAT!…

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  24. Dr. Gosnell's Enablers - When the Health Care System Looks the Other Way

    Gosnell's Enablers - When the Health Care System Looks the Other Way How was Gosnell able to get away with murder and mayhem for so long? Why was he, his clinic, his malpractice and employess not reported, shut down or criminally charged until 2010? 30 years! This episode gives first hand…

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  25. Dr. Gosnell's Enablers - When the Health Care System Looks the Other Way

    Gosnell's Enablers - When the Health Care System Looks the Other Way How was Gosnell able to get away with murder and mayhem for so long? Why was he, his clinic, his malpractice and employess not reported, shut down or criminally charged until 2010? 30 years! This episode gives first hand…

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  26. Hard Core ER #6

    Addiction in the ER Every ER sees the ravages of addiction. I tell 3 stories and one personal story about the way addiction affected (my)these lives. NSFW - Trigger warning - Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group Email - [email protected]...

  27. Hard Core ER #6

    Addiction in the ER Every ER sees the ravages of addiction. I tell 3 stories and one personal story about the way addiction affected (my)these lives. NSFW - Trigger warning - Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group Email - [email protected]...

  28. Trailer: New Society & Culture Podcast - UnEqual

    UnEqual UnEqual is a podcaast with a job: We are here to inform you and challenge you, but most of all make you think. We examine issues in our world that alienate and marginalize. We are about building up community by tearing down the walls that some would build. Join us as we learn and share,...

  29. Gosnell's Monsters - The Staff Who Worked For Him

    Gosnell's Monsters - The Staff Who Worked For Him Gosnell is considered to be one of the U.S.'s most prolific serial killers. His abortion clinic, aka the 'House of Horrors', would not have been able to operate without staff. Who were these unlicensed and unqualified beings that worked there and...

  30. Gosnell's Monsters - The Staff Who Worked For Him

    Gosnell's Monsters - The Staff Who Worked For Him Gosnell is considered to be one of the U.S.'s most prolific serial killers. His abortion clinic, aka the 'House of Horrors', would not have been able to operate without staff. Who were these unlicensed and unqualified beings that worked there and...

  31. Hardcore ER #5

    Hardcore ER #5 This months episode discusses the implications of a childs health when a parents beliefs get in thre way of emergency treatment. This episode is NSFW. Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group Email - [email protected] Patreon…

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  32. Hardcore ER #5

    Hardcore ER #5 This months episode discusses the implications of a childs health when a parents beliefs get in thre way of emergency treatment. This episode is NSFW. Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group Email - [email protected] Patreon…

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  33. Dr. Kermit Gosnell Story - Pt 2

    Dr. Kermit Gosnell Story - Pt 2 This episode picks up with Dr. Gosnell returning from the Bahamas and starting a family practice. His 'good' behaviour didnt last for long, he slowly but surely degraded back into the monster he is. This episode mostly focuses on the raid of the clinic and what…

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  34. Dr. Kermit Gosnell Story - Pt 2

    Dr. Kermit Gosnell Story - Pt 2 This episode picks up with Dr. Gosnell returning from the Bahamas and starting a family practice. His 'good' behaviour didnt last for long, he slowly but surely degraded back into the monster he is. This episode mostly focuses on the raid of the clinic and what…

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  35. Hardcore ER #4

    Hardcore ER #4 There is not a description that I feel is suitable. NSFW Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group Webpage - www.stattales.ca Email - [email protected] Patreon - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments -...

  36. Hardcore ER #4

    Hardcore ER #4 Children are my heroes, they are amazing little humans that we forget how to be. This story discusses a little one who overcomes a tragic accident. NSFW Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group Webpage - www.stattales.ca Email -...

  37. My Mother Is An Emergency Room Nurse

    What is it like to grow up with a mom who is a trauma/emergency room nurse? My son Van and I discussed the positives and negatives. This is a fun heartwarming and intimate discussion. Join us! Special Guest: Van Wickiam Director,Producer, Editor http://www.publicspace.productions/ Twitter -...

  38. My Mother Is An Emergency Room Nurse

    What is it like to grow up with a mom who is a trauma/emergency room nurse? My son Van and I discussed the positives and negatives. This is a fun heartwarming and intimate discussion. Join us! Special Guest: Van Wickiam Director,Producer, Editor http://www.publicspace.productions/ Twitter -...

  39. Dr. Kermit Gosnell Story - Part 1

    Dr. Kermit Gosnell Dr. Kermit Gosnell is one of America's most profilic serial killers. He was responsable for 1000's of deaths and mutilations of women and babies over a 40 year period. How did he get away with it? Why wasn't he stopped? This is the first episode of many that will try to unravel...

  40. Dr. Kermit Gosnell Story - Part 1

    Dr. Kermit Gosnell Dr. Kermit Gosnell is one of America's most profilic serial killers. He was responsable for 1000's of deaths and mutilations of women and babies over a 40 year period. How did he get away with it? Why wasn't he stopped? This is the first episode of many that will try to unravel...

  41. Toronto Mass Murder, Incels and 911 Response

    Toronto Mass Murder, Incels and 911 Response Monday April 23rd 2018, a madman drove a large van into dozens of innnocent people. Killing 10, Injuring 15 Who was this? Why did he do it? The 911 response was amazing. The suspect was apprehended without one shot being fired. Who was the police...

  42. Toronto Mass Murder, Incels and 911 Response

    Toronto Mass Murder, Incels and 911 Response Monday April 23rd 2018, a madman drove a large van into dozens of innnocent people. Killing 10, Injuring 15 Who was this? Why did he do it? The 911 response was amazing. The suspect was apprehended without one shot being fired. Who was the police...

  43. Hardcore ER Ep #3

    Hardcore ER Episode #3 Bad, Bad, Man What happens when a child sees too much? Secial Guest : Mary Gardiner - RMT Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group Webpage - www.stattales.ca Email - [email protected] Patreon - STAT! Shocking Traumas And...

  44. Hardcore ER Ep #3

    Hardcore ER Episode #3 Bad, Bad, Man What happens when a child sees too much? Secial Guest : Mary Gardiner - RMT Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group Webpage - www.stattales.ca Email - [email protected] Patreon - STAT! Shocking Traumas And...

  45. BONUS: New True Crime show: Felonious Florida

    BONUS: New True Crime show: Felonious Florida Leave behind the beaches, the theme parks and the tropical breezes. This is the dark side of the Sunshine State. Listen to Felonious Florida on Apple podcasts, wherever you’re listening to this or go to wondery.fm/stat

  46. BONUS: New True Crime show: Felonious Florida

    BONUS: New True Crime show: Felonious Florida Leave behind the beaches, the theme parks and the tropical breezes. This is the dark side of the Sunshine State. Listen to Felonious Florida on Apple podcasts, wherever you’re listening to this or go to wondery.fm/stat

  47. Dissociative Identity Disorder (D.I.D)

    Dissociative Identity Disorder - D.I.D This episode discusses D.I.D aka "Multiple Personality Disorder "aka "Split Personality" Find out all about D.I.D, What is it? Causes What are alters? Can it be treated? Suture Room Title - AMA Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And...

  48. D.I.D - Gretchen's Story

    Dissociative Identity Disorder - D.I.D Gretchen's Story This episode tells the story of a woman who has D.I.D and her treatment. Trigger Warning conatins subjects of physical, emotional and sexual abuse, Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group…

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  49. D.I.D - Gretchen's Story

    Dissociative Identity Disorder - D.I.D Gretchen's Story This episode tells the story of a woman who has D.I.D and her treatment. Trigger Warning conatins subjects of physical, emotional and sexual abuse, Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group…

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  50. Hardcore ER Ep #2

    Hardcore ER Episode #2 What happens when someone has little to no support and shame robs them from seeking the health care that they deserve. Secial Guest : Mary Gardiner - RMT Twitter - @STAT_tales Facebook - STAT! Shocking Traumas And Treatments Discussion Group Webpage - www.stattales.ca Email…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

This podcast is about strange medicine. I will use my experience as an ER nurse to explore the world of medicine. True Crime, coroners cases, medical mysteries, bizarre treatments from around the world, scary diseases and medical breakthroughs. Real life stories from the Emergency Room. Sometimes it's the cure that kills you!

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Karen Wickiam, Retired ER RN,

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