We continue our dive into the controversial life of Dr. John Brinkley, a figure who redefined fame and fortune through unconventional means. Known as a medical maverick (read as 'charlatan'), Brinkley became prominent with his infamous goat gland procedures, promising rejuvenation and vitality. Join us as we unravel the complexities of Brinkley's journey from reputed doctor to media mogul, exploring his unprecedented use of radio as a platform for personal and political gain. This episode examines his impact on American culture and the music industry, marking him as an accidental Titan of pop culture.
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Sources:
Primary: Charlatan: America’s Most Dangerous Huckster, The Man Who Pursued Him, and The Age of Flimflam by Pope Brock https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0014CDNBQ
Additional Sources:
https://www.radioconnection.com/reference-library/history-of-radio-2/
https://www.cato.org/policy-report/may/june-2018/untold-history-fcc-regulation
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Pavia
https://www.gutenberg.org/files/29362/29362-h/29362-h.htm#chap_II
https://www.kansasmemory.gov/locate.php?categories=1245&query=John+R+Brinkley&restrict=all
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
04:25 Dr. John Brinkley's Rise to Fame
18:23 The Downfall of Dr. Brinkley
21:25 The Launch of KFKB Radio Station
26:35 Brinkley's Radio Broadcasts and Impact
27:29 Exploring Unconventional Perspectives on Women
29:31 The Journey for Medical Recognition
31:39 Bribery and Honorary Degrees in Medicine
34:02 The Rise of a Radio Medical Guru
36:22 The Medical Question Box: A Precursor to WebMD
38:25 Affiliate Marketing in Medicine
43:39 The Downfall of a Medical Charlatan
50:44 The Medical Board's Reckoning
52:41 Surgical Procedures and Ethical Dilemmas
55:35 The Fallout from Brinkley's Surgery
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