Medical Media Mixer: The Perfect Cocktail- your go-to health and wellness podcast, shaken with cocktails and stirred with entertainment and media.
Medical Media Mixer is a fun and educational podcast where two full-time medical professionals dive into the world of pop culture—TV, movies, music, and books—with a medical twist. Each episode breaks down the science (and nonsense) behind popular media, served up with a themed cocktail for good measure. Whether you’re a healthcare worker, a pop culture junkie, or just love a good drink with your deep dives, Medical Media Mixer is your prescription for smart laughs and spirited conversation.
Episodes
This week on Medical Media Mixer, we step out of the studio and into the tasting room at Tree City Distillery in Kenilworth, NJ. Join us as we sip vodka, share quirky health and psychology fun facts, and dive into some hilarious drinking games. From cocktail trivia to offbeat book discoveries, this episode mixes science, spirits, and just the right amount of silliness. 🍸✨
The full video is available on Patreon- head over there a...
In this episode of Medical Media Mixer, we uncover the chilling yet unbelievable story of Natasha Ryan—the Australian teenager who shocked the world when she was found alive after being presumed dead for years. Dubbed “The Girl in the Cupboard,” her case blurs the lines between truth and lies, media frenzy and reality. We also explore broader issues of missing persons, global statistics, and how families and organizations continue ...
In this episode of Medical Media Mixer, we dive into the fascinating intersection of science fiction and real-life space medicine. From Andy Weir’s novels (Artemis, The Martian, and Project Hail Mary) to NASA’s rigorous astronaut training and health standards, we explore what it really takes to survive and thrive beyond Earth. How do astronauts prepare their bodies for zero gravity? What medical risks do they face on long-term miss...
*** Trigger warning for SA***
Title The Innocent One
In this week’s episode of Medical Media Mixer Podcast we cover:
- The documentary Abducted in Plain Sight 📺
- The dramatization Friend of the Family 🎬
We discuss:
✅The wild story that could only happen in the 70s
✅The true seriousness of the actual events- trigger warning for SA/Child abuse
🎙️Have you se...
Episode 35 released Sept 1
Title The Army & Navy
In this week’s episode of Medical Media Mixer Podcast we cover:
- The Women, by Kristin Hannah 📖
We discuss:
✅The role of nursing in military history
✅The recognition of PTSD as a diagnosis
🎙️We would love to hear from any military nurses/medical personell
ℹ️ Sources:
📚Sources 📖 BookEpisode 34 released August 25
Title The Chi-Chi Chowchilla
In this week’s episode of Medical Media Mixer Podcast we cover:
- Max (HBO) – Chowchilla Documentary Film 🎬
- CNN – Chowchilla Kidnapping Escape Feature (2023) 📺
We discuss:
✅The true crime story of the Chowchilla kidnapping of 1976
✅How this helped shape the research into childhood trauma
🎙️Have...
Title The Arcuate Angel
In this week’s episode of Medical Media Mixer Podcast we cover:
- Greys Anatomy "Everyday Angel” Season 15 episode 5 📺
- “The Secular Prayers of Medicine” by Kateland Kelly 📖
We discuss:
✅Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome
✅Rare diseases, “zebras”
✅Medical gaslighting in women
🎙️We have our first guest on the podcast, author, PA, and rar...
Title: Lithium Motherf’er
In this week’s episode of Medical Media Mixer Podcast we cover:
- The songs “Lithium” by Evanescence and by Nirvana 🎵
We discuss:
✅Lithium uses, and risks
🎙️For our providers out there- do you still see Lithium being used?
ℹ️ Sources:
🎵 Music References – "Lithium" in Pop Culture- Wikipedia – “Lithium” (Nirvana song) https...
In this week’s episode of Medical Media Mixer Podcast we cover:
- References to “Lean,” “Purple Prank,” “Sizzurp,” ect in songs and music videos🎵
Cocktail Creator extraordinaire Tami:
We discuss:
✅How these substances have been glamorized in certain corners of hip-hop culture, especially in Southern ra...
In this week’s episode of Medical Media Mixer Podcast we cover:
- 🎬Please Stand By (movie)
We discuss:
✅Autism and Aggression
🎙️What do you think about how characters with autism are portrayed in TV and movies?
🎬 Film & Media
- Wikipedia – Please Stand By https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Please_Stand_By
Title The Steel City Sundown
In this week’s episode of Medical Media Mixer Podcast we cover:
- The MAX tv show “The Pitt” 📺
We discuss:
✅Violence in healthcare
✅Stats, underlying causes, what we can do
🎙️Have you ever been a victim of workplace violence? In healthcare or another setting? Comment on socials or email and we can share on a “listener stories episode.”
ℹ️ Sources:
✅ Sour...In this week’s episode of the Medical Media Mixer Podcast, we explore the Netflix documentary series Surviving Death 📺, which takes a deep dive into one of humanity’s most fascinating mysteries: near-death experiences (NDEs).
We discuss: ✅ What are near-death experiences (NDEs)? ✅ Common themes people report during NDEs 🌌 ✅ Scientific research vs. spiritual interpretations ✅ Are NDEs just the brain misfiring, or could they be gli...
In this week’s episode of the Medical Media Mixer Podcast, we set sail with the TV series Dr. Odyssey 📺—a medical drama set on the high seas. Beyond the drama, it opens the door to a fascinating discussion about cruise ship medical care and what happens when a medical emergency requires evacuation.
We discuss: ✅ How cruise ship medical facilities operate ⚓️ ✅ Common conditions treated onboard 🏥 ✅ Medical regulations for passenger...
*** This episode is filmed live from a winery, so pardon the sound quality***
Episode 26 released June 30
Title Sip Happens: Let the Games Be-Gin (But With Wine)
🎙️We have officially launched our Patreon! If you want the full uncut video antics from our first Pod field trip and more perks, sign up to support the show!
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In this week’s episode of the Medical Media Mixer Podcast, we dive into the haunting 2019 documentary Life Overtakes Me 📺—a film that explores resignation syndrome, a mysterious condition where children of refugee families in Sweden fall into a coma-like state.
We discuss: ✅ What is resignation syndrome? 💤 ✅ The role of trauma, stress, and immigration in this illness ✅ Could genetics be involved? ✅ Parallels to other psychosoma...
Episode 24 released June 16
In this chilling episode of Medical Media Mixer Podcast, we take a deep dive into survival against impossible odds. Inspired by the Netflix film Society of the Snow and Morbid podcast episode 638, we unpack the infamous story of the Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 crash and the desperate fight for survival that followed.
From the devastating effects of starvation, hypothermia, and frostbite to the contr...
In this week’s episode of Medical Media Mixer Podcast, we dive into the powerful documentary Sensory Overload and explore the often-misunderstood world of sensory health. From the daily struggles of those living with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) to the challenges of Auditory Processing Disorder (APD), we break down what these conditions are, how they affect both children and adults, and what support strategies can make a diffe...
In this week’s episode of Medical Media Mixer Podcast we cover:
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The Hulu miniseries Dying for Sex starring Michelle Williams
We explain:
✔️ BDSM ✔️ breast cancer ✔️ mammograms & screening guidelines
🎙️ We also dive into the world of dominance, submission, and kink — while reminding you to get your boobies checked! ⛓️🙈🩻
🍸 Featured Cocktails 🔗 Sourc...
In this week’s episode of Medical Media Mixer Podcast we cover:
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Something’s Killing Me – Episode 2: The Strange Case of Dr. Gilmer
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The Curious Case of Natalia Grace (2023–2025)
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Hulu dramatization Good American Family
We explain:
✔️ Huntington’s disease ✔️ skeletal dysplasias ✔️ precocious puberty ✔️ bone age ✔️ dental age ✔️ reactive attachment disorder
🎙️ We also dive into the moral and ethical questions raised...
In this week’s episode of the Medical Media Mixer Podcast, we mix pop culture laughs with real medical science, diving into two unforgettable TV moments:
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Saved by the Bell: Season 2, Episode 9 “Jessie’s Song” — the iconic caffeine pill meltdown that became one of the most memorable (and meme-worthy) “very special episodes” in TV history. We unpack the real risks and benefits of caffeine, from daily energy boosts to medical us...
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