PODCAST · health
Let's Pharmonize: A Pharmacy Show
by Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift
Pharmacy students Shane and Cal are out to prove that the world of pharmacy is way more interesting than counting pills! Please enjoy our shared passion for public health, and, if you want to join our growing, supporting fans, please follow us on Instagram and Twitter @letspharmonize. Topics you may see in our Titles:History: A look into an intriguing pharmacy topic of our past!Pop Culture: A pharmacy story from the trendy world!Total Recall: Stories of rises and falls of big pharma and drug recalls!Spotlight: Couldn't fit into one of our categories? Here's where it'll be!
Episodes
-
Pharmacy in Pop Culture with Pharmacy Focus - Part 2
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 the ACLS scenes from Flatliners (1990), and in Part 2 we'll examine Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream...
-
Pharmacy in Pop Culture with Pharmacy Focus - Part 1
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 at the ACLS scenes from Flatliners (1990), and in Part 2 (coming out next week) we'll examine…
more -
COVID-19 - Omicron and the New Antiviral Treatments
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 with a discussion of the new variant of concern, Omicron, as well as some new antiviral treatments for...
-
HISTORY: The Worst Sporting Event of ALL TIME
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 your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy world with fun,...
-
POP CULTURE: Captain America's Super Soldier Serum
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. This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy…
more -
COVID-19 - Neuropilin-1, the New Doorway for Viral Entry
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 pathways in normal physiology, new research points to interesting possibilities for the future of pain...
-
NCAP Pharmacy JEOPARDY! State Championship!
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 interesting questions that explore pharmacy, chemistry, biology and more. Cheer on your champions and…
more -
Pharmacy JEOPARDY! with HPU Fred Wilson School of Pharmacy
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 enjoy the fun and interesting questions that explore pharmacy, chemistry, biology and more. Cheer on…
more -
Pharmacy JEOPARDY! With Campbell University School of Pharmacy
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 and interesting questions that explore pharmacy, chemistry, biology and more. Cheer on your champions…
more -
Pharmacy JEOPARDY! With UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy
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 questions that explore pharmacy, chemistry, biology and more. Cheer on your champions and we'll see you at...
-
Pop Culture Potpourri
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 medical items from different movies or video games. Today we're discussing Lord of the Rings, Dredd, and...
-
SPOTLIGHT: CTE and the Damage it Causes
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 condition, and some of the players who have since passed that suffered from it. This is NOT your physician's...
-
COVID-19 - Ivermectin and Fenofibrate, What's the Deal?
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 Ivan spend some time today discussing two novel treatments for COVID-19. This is NOT your physician's...
-
HISTORY: The Pharmacopoeia
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 pharmacopoeia. This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the...
-
POP CULTURE: Fear Street
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 episode we'll discuss, antiarrhythmics, opioids, and epipens, and what happens when you have the ultimate...
-
SPOTLIGHT: Human Physiology in Space
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 researchers have investigated the effects of zero gravity on the heart, eyes, gastrointestinal system…
more -
HISTORY: The Demise of the Presidents Part 1
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 10 presidents are full of mystery and intrigue. This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane...
-
SPOTLIGHT: The Future of Pharmacy with Todd Eury
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 perspective. Even more special, Cal joined Todd in the PPN Headquarters in Hiller, PA for this special episode!...
-
POP CULTURE: Outlander
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 romance drama Outlander. From performing amateur surgery to inventing penicillin 150 years early…
more -
RxRise: The Solution to Pharmaceutical Obsolescence
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 pharmaceutical waste, by putting usable product in the hands of pharmacies and hospitals. RxRise is a...
-
SPOTLIGHT: Medicine for Plants
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, drugs have been used heavily for the past hundred years on agriculture around the world. Mickey Ferguson...
-
HISTORY: The Origin of Anesthesia
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 again to delve into the exciting history of ether and chloroform. This is NOT your physician's podcast....
-
HISTORY: The Legend of Rasputin
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 rumors to rest. This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive…
more -
HISTORY: The True Story of Penicillin
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 life-saving drug will surprise and amuse you. This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane…
more -
POP CULTURE: Iron Man and the History of Pacemakers
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 flashy target for the bad guys, the Arc Reactor serves a purpose in keeping Tony alive. In this…
more -
SPOTLIGHT SHORT: Tuskegee and HeLa Cells
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 physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy world with fun, interesting,...
-
POP CULTURE: Mass Effect's Genophage
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 answered "yes" to that question, then you're in the right place. If you answered "no," then you're…
more -
HISTORY: The Madness of King George III
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 your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy world with fun…
more -
POP CULTURE: Librium from The Queen's Gambit
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 benzodiazepine and join Shane, Mickey and Cal as we analyze the realism of its portrayal in this...
-
SPOTLIGHT: Old-Timey Medicine with Pharmacy Focus
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 to the Clap, we hope you enjoy these four antiquated medical treatments. This is NOT your physician's...
-
HISTORY: Weight-Loss Drugs throughout Time
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 podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy world with fun, interesting, and downright...
-
SPOTLIGHT: Zolgensma, The Most Expensive Drug Ever
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) gene therapy for Spinal Muscular Atrophy that costs as much as a private island. Tune in as our hosts...
-
SPOTLIGHT: COVID-19 Vaccine Alleged Infertility
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 rumors of infertility associated with the mRNA COVID-19 vaccine, and any possible long-term effects of...
-
SPOTLIGHT: Vaping
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 and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy world with fun, interesting, and downright weird topics! Tune in for NEW...
-
SPOTLIGHT: Gas Station Supplements
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 intriguing, and found yourself wondering "Hey man, what's in that stuff?" If you said 'yes' then we've…
more -
HISTORY: The Lost Expedition: The Medical Mysteries
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 still being discovered to this day. Here is part 2 of the episode, where the hosts discuss the...
-
HISTORY: The Lost Expedition: The Story
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 still being discovered to this day. Here is part 1 of the episode, where the hosts discuss the...
-
POP CULTURE: Hannibal and the Floater Pharmacist
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 Stammets in an episode of Hannibal? Find out with our intrepid hosts and special guest Kelly Brown in this...
-
POP CULTURE: Run (2020): The Movie
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! This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy...
-
HISTORY: Medicine of World War II
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 penicillin, WWII was the first major conflict wherein fewer men died to disease than to battle, thanks…
more -
SPOTLIGHT: Designer Drugs
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 hilarious Ivan Stewart, this episode will entertain as we explore the world of designer drugs. This is NOT...
-
POP CULTURE: Drugs of Metal Gear
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 and fascinating analysis of the drugs of Metal Gear. This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane...
-
SPOTLIGHT: Mountain Man Medicine
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 podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy world with fun, interesting, and downright...
-
POP CULTURE: Black Panther's Heart-Shaped Herb
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-shaped herb; the source of the Black Panther's powers. We discuss ayahuasca, why cat's always land on…
more -
SPOTLIGHT: Genetic Superpowers
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 superpowers? In this episode, our non-GMO hosts discuss three genetic mutations that result in abilities...
-
SPOTLIGHT: Tylenol, How do you work??
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. This is NOT your physician's podcast. Hosts Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the…
more -
Let's Pharmonize: Halloween Special
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 around the internet) from 2010 known as the "Russian Sleep Experiment." Following this analysis, we're...
-
SPOTLIGHT: Mammalian Meat Allergy
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. Featuring a special interview with Kelly Kerr, the composer of our intro music and wife of Shane, this...
-
POP CULTURE: Valkyr from Max Payne
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 drug Valkyr, an addicting performance enhancer with the ability to turn an ordinary thug into a…
more -
TOTAL RECALL: Ergamisol
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 Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift dive into the pharmacy world with fun, interesting, and downright weird…
more
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
ABOUT THIS SHOW
Pharmacy students Shane and Cal are out to prove that the world of pharmacy is way more interesting than counting pills! Please enjoy our shared passion for public health, and, if you want to join our growing, supporting fans, please follow us on Instagram and Twitter @letspharmonize. Topics you may see in our Titles:History: A look into an intriguing pharmacy topic of our past!Pop Culture: A pharmacy story from the trendy world!Total Recall: Stories of rises and falls of big pharma and drug recalls!Spotlight: Couldn't fit into one of our categories? Here's where it'll be!
HOSTED BY
Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift
Loading similar podcasts...
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does Let's Pharmonize: A Pharmacy Show have?
Let's Pharmonize: A Pharmacy Show currently has 74 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Let's Pharmonize: A Pharmacy Show about?
Pharmacy students Shane and Cal are out to prove that the world of pharmacy is way more interesting than counting pills! Please enjoy our shared passion for public health, and, if you want to join our growing, supporting fans, please follow us on Instagram and Twitter @letspharmonize. Topics you...
How often does Let's Pharmonize: A Pharmacy Show release new episodes?
Let's Pharmonize: A Pharmacy Show has 74 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
Where can I listen to Let's Pharmonize: A Pharmacy Show?
You can listen to Let's Pharmonize: A Pharmacy Show on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.
Who hosts Let's Pharmonize: A Pharmacy Show?
Let's Pharmonize: A Pharmacy Show is created and hosted by Shane Garrettson and Cal Vandergrift.
URL copied to clipboard!