Best Ashley Hamer Podcasts (2024)

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OGPod Episode 15: Ed Hamer and Chagfood Community Market Garden 1:34:18

14d ago1:34:18

1:34:18

James speaks to Ed Hamer of Chagfood Community Market Garden in the Dartmoor National Park. CSAs or Community Supported Agriculture is very much the focus in this one. We talk about Ed’s split growing site, leaning into the restrictive nature of the CSA model, dealing with and sharing risk, the importance and challenges of communicating with custom…

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OGPod Episode 14: Pete Dollimore and Hankham Organics + The Montessori Place 1:36:36

13d ago1:36:36

1:36:36

James speaks to Pete Dollimore, previously of Hankham Organics in Sussex and now an instructor at The Montesorri Place. Pete is an absolute fountain of knowledge, particularly about protected cropping, which is so important to many organic growers. At Hankham Organics, Pete oversaw production in 7000m2 of glasshouse - an incredible opportunity but …

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OGPod Episode 13: Rita Oldenbourg and Adam Beer and Pitney Farm Market Garden 1:33:54

1M ago1:33:54

1:33:54

James speak to Rita and Adam from Pitney Farm Market Garden in Somerset. Rita and Adam are fresh from winning Young Organic Grower of the Year and hopefully our conversation gives you a flavour of why. We talk about their decision to mechanise much of their operation and how this feeds into their goal of year-round production, direct wholesaling an…

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OGPod Episode 12: Jayne Arnold and Oxton Organics 1:23:07

2M ago1:23:07

1:23:07

James speaks to Jayne Arnold of Oxton Organics in Worcestershire. Oxton Organics has undergone a number of transformations over the years and James and Jayne discuss this, but the bulk of the conversation focuses on Jayne’s experiments with green manures. Jayne talks about the benefits of green manures, establishment, undersowing, species selection…

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OGPod Episode 11: Alice Rixon a.k.a. The Veg Lady, Chettle 1:17:01

3M ago1:17:01

1:17:01

James speaks to Alice Rixon a.k.a. The Veg Lady, based in Chettle, Dorset. We really wanted to hear from someone at the start of their growing journey to talk through the challenges and thinking of starting out with their own horticultural business. Alice talks about how she is setting up the growing space (where she’s combining polytunnels, market…

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OGPod Episode 10: Jean-Martin Fortier 1:19:26

3M ago1:19:26

1:19:26

Back to today’s episode, James speaks to Jean-Martin Fortier. And boy did we manage to pack a lot into this one. James ended up speaking to JM on his phone outside the packing shed at FQT farm so the sound isn’t perfect but hopefully the content more than makes up for that. We talk about the limits and sweet spots of human-scale market gardening, t…

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Philias Bonus: The Q&A Episode 29:35

3M ago29:35

29:35

You requested and I delivered: I'm answering your Philias questions on the podcast. With the help of interviewer and podcast industry extraordinaire Arielle Nissenblatt, learn about the most controversial episodes, fascinating facts that didn't make it into the show, how I got people to talk about this stuff, and whether my mom listens (she absolut…

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OGPod Episode 9: Connie Hunter and Tom Booth and East Neuk Market Garden 1:30:33

4M ago1:30:33

1:30:33

In this episode James speaks to Connie Hunter and Tom Booth from East Neuk Market Garden. We talk about how they have developed their site and growing systems over the last 6 years, the particularities of their climate on the East Coast of Scotland, farming as a couple and their recent forays into collaborative farming with nearby business Falkland…

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Philias: Foot Fetishes Kick the Stigma 36:56

4M ago36:56

36:56

Ever wondered why some people have a thing for feet? In this final Philias episode, we're flying feet first into foot fetishes. Social psychologist Dr. Justin Lehmiller breaks down the origins of fetishes (and the truth to that "crossed wires in the brain" factoid), while writer and "Educatrix" Tina Horn gives us the lowdown on why feet can be such…

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OGPod Episode 8: Laurence Jarrett-Kerr and Soul Farm 1:24:11

4M ago1:24:11

1:24:11

In this episode James speaks to Laurence Jarrett-Kerr of Soul Farm. Laurence started the business 6 years ago and has grand plans for the years ahead. We chat about combining home-grown veg with bought in produce, managing costs and some deep thoughts on profitability and entrepreneurship. The perennial issue of scale also features prominently as w…

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Introducing: Spellbound and Gagged (Plus an Announcement!) 39:59

4M ago39:59

39:59

Spellbound and Gagged is a podcast about all things that fascinate, unsettle, and disgust. It's back from hiatus with an episode all about the sex cult NASA doesn't want you to know about. Subscribe here: https://episodes.fm/1653440593 In other news: Ashley is planning a final episode where she's interviewed all about how she makes Taboo Science, t…

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Philias: 7 Kinks That Push the Envelope 27:51

4M ago27:51

27:51

Consider today's episode a sampler platter of unconventional kinks. We're talking exhibitionism, financial domination, wet and messy fun, fat fetishes, lactation fascination, golden showers, and even the fantasy world of vore. Don't worry, we're keeping it classy (well, as classy as you can when discussing people who get off on being peed on). Whet…

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OGPod Episode 7: Rosanna Catterall & Signe Jensen and Knepp Market Garden 1:09:36

5M ago1:09:36

1:09:36

In this episode James speaks to Rosanna Catterall and Signe Jensen from Knepp Market Garden. We discuss establishing a production horticulture enterprise in the middle of a substantial rewilding project, growing on heavy clay, aligning crop planning and sales, combining no-dig and min-till systems side by side, running a market garden as employees …

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Philias: Diapers, Age Play, and the Psychology of ABDL 35:33

5M ago35:33

35:33

You've definitely wondered why some grown adults like to wear diapers—so let's get into it. In today's episode, we rip off the velcro to understand the world of of ABDL (Adult Baby/Diaper Lovers) and uncover the diverse desires and expressions within this often misunderstood community. From the psychological and emotional aspects to the truly proli…

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OGPod Episode 6: Ashley Wheeler and Trill Farm Garden 1:33:38

5M ago1:33:38

1:33:38

In this episode, Jame speaks with Ashley Wheeler from Trill Farm Garden. Would you believe they have been going for 14 years now? We talk about how they have adapted their growing systems over that time, experimenting with field scale (although Ash questions whether that’s the right term!), setting up a new veg box scheme as an established market g…

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Philias: Zoophilia and the Hidden Community That's Into Animals 35:42

5M ago35:42

35:42

Get ready to learn about the underground and frequently misunderstood world of zoophilia. With the help of paraphilia researcher Alexandra Zidenberg and hosts of the zoophile podcast Zooier Than Thou, we'll unravel what it really means to be attracted to animals. We'll learn what it is that attracts "zoos" to non-human animals, explore the hot-butt…

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OGPod Episode 5: Phil Sumption 1:10:39

5M ago1:10:39

1:10:39

In this episode, James talks to Phil Sumption, a man of many hats (grower, researcher, adviser, writer and editor). We discuss how Phil got into organic horticulture, his portfolio of roles in the sector, his reflections on the history of organics over the last few decades, as well as the development of the Organic Growers Alliance and The Organic …

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Philias: Cuckolding Is More Than Just Cheating 35:36

6M ago35:36

35:36

"Cuck" is way more than an internet insult. In this episode of Taboo Science, we're stepping out and diving in to cuckolding, the real-life kink and lifestyle all about the thrill of your partner sleeping with someone else. Join us as we chat with clinical psychologist Dr. David Ley and popular cuckolding podcaster Venus Cuckoldress, who shed light…

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OGPod Episode 4: Iain Tolhurst and Tolhurst Organics 1:44:16

6M ago1:44:16

1:44:16

Today, we have a wonderful conversation with Iain Tolhurst a.k.a Tolly of Tolhurst Organics. It’s a long one but there are so many gems in here that I couldn’t possibly leave any of them out. The whole point of this podcast is to share knowledge among growers so if it takes you a few bites of the apple to get the end then so be it - it will be wort…

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Philias: Why Pup Play Appeals to Grown Adults 33:23

6M ago33:23

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Fox News recoils at the idea of pup play—but we're looking closer. In this episode of Taboo Science, we dive into the fascinating subculture of humans who enjoy roleplaying as puppies. We'll explore the origins of this kink, from post-WWII leather culture to the rise of online pup communities, and learn what draws people to don a pup hood and bark.…

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OGPod Episode 3: Calixta Kallinder and Flourish Produce 1:17:17

6M ago1:17:17

1:17:17

We have a belter of a conversation with Calixta Killander of Flourish Produce in Cambridgeshire. Calixta spent a number of years in the US, studying and growing before coming back to the UK to establish Flourish where they grow in the region of 35 acres of vegetables, all sold direct. And boy, has she gone far in a relatively short space of time. W…

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Philias: Furry Isn't a Fetish (Most of the Time) 35:52

7M ago35:52

35:52

The furry fandom gets a bad rap. But on this episode, we're digging beneath the stereotypes to uncover the truth about this misunderstood community. We'll chat with furry researcher Dr. Courtney Plante along with Riley Black, a science writer and a furry herself, to explore what the furry culture is really all about, from the artistry of fursuits t…

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OGPod Episode 2: Kate Collyns and Grown Green 1:21:51

7M ago1:21:51

1:21:51

In episode 2 of the Organic Grower Podcast, we hear from Kate Collyns, founder and grower at Grown Green in Wiltshire. Kate set up the business in 2010 following a two-year Soil Association Horticultural Apprenticeship and now grows a wide range of vegetables, herbs, salads and flowers for her local market. Kate always has something interesting to …

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Philias: Why Do People Like BDSM? ("It Was Like Taking Drugs") 38:15

7M ago38:15

38:15

Whips, chains, and... legal pads? In this episode of Taboo Science, we dive deep into the world of BDSM to explore its long history, the science behind subspace, the submissive rich guy stereotype, and why aftercare is essential for everyone (even vanilla folks!). With help from paraphilia researcher Dr. Christian Joyal, the Ask a Sub podcast's Lin…

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OGPod Episode 1: Andy Dibben and Abbey Home Farm 1:42:43

7M ago1:42:43

1:42:43

In this episode James will be talking to Andy Dibben, head grower at Abbey Home Farm in Gloucestershire. Andy oversees an incredibly complex and well-honed system and manages to speak about it with clarity, passion, and honesty. This episode covers year-round crop production, growing in 1000sqm of glasshouse, cover crops, issues of scale, and Andy'…

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Philias: How Many Kinks Exist? The Science of Kinks and Fetishes 33:04

8M ago33:04

33:04

It's here! The premiere episode of Taboo Science's new miniseries "Philias": an exploration into the science of kinks and fetishes. In this 101 episode, we learn the difference between a kink, fetish, paraphilia, and paraphilic disorder; we'll take a tour of the many, many kinds of kink that exist; and we'll find out what scientists know about wher…

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Coming Soon: Philias from Taboo Science 3:01

8M ago3:01

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Philias is a new miniseries from Taboo Science about the quirky, colorful world of kinks and fetishes. The first episode drops on March 21 — hit the follow/subscribe button in your podcast app of choice to make sure you get it. Citation for the first sentence: https://doi.org/10.1080/00224499.2016.1139034 Connect with the show: Newsletter: https://…

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RERUN: Necrophilia (with Dr. Victoria Sullivan & Dr. Jens Foell) 32:46

1y ago32:46

32:46

Think necrophilia is just creepy morticians and serial killers? Think again. With the help of psychologist Dr. Victoria Hartmann and neuroscientist Jens Foell, this rerun episode explores the wide spectrum of death and dying fetishes, from Disney movies to consensual roleplay. Dive into Dr. Hartmann’s research on members of online necrophilia commu…

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Attraction to Monsters (with Ella Gallego) 41:05

1y ago41:05

41:05

Beauty and the Beast. Twilight. The Shape of Water. What do these stories have in common? Humans and monsters getting down and dirty. This episode explores the surprising psychology behind "monsterf*ckers" — people attracted to creatures like vampires, werewolves, and tentacled beasts. Hear from researcher Ella Gallego about her study on monstrous …

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Animal Testing (with Dr. Katherine Roe & Dr. Emily Trunnell) 38:30

1y ago38:30

38:30

We've all heard the arguments against animal testing: it's cruel, it's unethical. But you may not know the dirty truth: it doesn't even work most of the time. This week on Taboo Science, we dive deep into the animal testing controversy. We talk to researchers and neuroscientists Dr. Katherine Roe and Dr. Emily Trunnell from PETA’s Science Advanceme…

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Introducing: How to Do the Pot 22:44

1y ago22:44

22:44

We're back between episodes with a quick feed drop! Taboo Science will return next week. How to Do the Pot is a fun weekly show helping you dabble in weed — and feel confident about cannabis for health, well-being, and for fun! Episodes of How to Do the Pot share stories from women who have turned to cannabis for stress, sleep, pain relief, or bett…

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IQ / Intelligence (with Dr. Steven Piantadosi) 28:03

1y ago28:03

28:03

The IQ test is supposed to be a measure of human intelligence. But is it? Today, we're joined by UC Berkeley professor Dr. Steven Piantadosi to understand why the diversity of human intellect can't be captured by a single number. We'll explore the history of IQ, from its innocent beginnings in French schools to its dark role in the eugenics movemen…

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Climate Anxiety (with Dr. Thomas Doherty) 27:57

1y ago27:57

27:57

Avoiding climate news? Do thoughts of the apocalypse keep you up at night? Feeling guilty about unsustainable habits? With climate change becoming a stark reality, more and more of us are grappling with anxiety over our planet's environmental crisis. Today, environmental psychologist Thomas Doherty sheds light on the emerging field of climate-consc…

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Remastered: Depression (with Dr. Gerard Sanacora) 30:08

1y ago30:08

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How much do we really know about depression? In this remastered episode, Gerard Sanacora, director of the Yale Depression Research Program and Co-director of the Yale Interventional Psychiatry Service, reveals that even doctors don't fully get the biological roots behind depression's mix of mental and physical woes. But that doesn't mean we don't h…

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Menstruation (with Dr. Kate Clancy) 37:43

1y ago37:43

37:43

Menstruation is so much more than a useless byproduct of the reproductive cycle — it's a dang biological miracle. With the help of Dr. Kate Clancy, a professor at the University of Illinois and author of Period: The Real Story of Menstruation, this episode dives deep into the misconceptions, stigmas, and hidden truths about menstruation. Uncover th…

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Makeup (with Ilise S. Carter) 32:46

1+ y ago32:46

32:46

It's both a method of empowerment and a tool of control — but it sure is pretty! Today's episode delves into how makeup reflects and perpetuates society's conflicting views on femininity, with the help of historian Ilise S. Carter, author of The Red Menace: How Lipstick Changed the Face of American History. From its historical roots, like ancient E…

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Heterosexuality (with Dr. Hanne Blank Boyd) 34:16

1+ y ago34:16

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Heterosexuality isn't what you think it is. In this episode, historian Hanne Blank Boyd flips the script on how we view sexual orientation, showing how the concept of "heterosexuality" has only existed for around 150 years. Hanne traces how modern capitalism led "heterosexual" to emerge as a term for normal, moral sexuality, allowing the middle cla…

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Race (with Agustín Fuentes, Ph.D.) 32:44

1+ y ago32:44

32:44

Get ready to rethink everything you know about race. With the help of anthropologist Agustín Fuentes, this episode debunks the idea that race exists within our biology. We're unraveling racist stereotypes, explaining why race is nothing like dog breeds, delving into the devastating effects of race in health and medicine, and explaining why your 23a…

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Nudity (with Ruth Barcan, Ph.D.) 30:56

1+ y ago30:56

30:56

What do the Pioneer 10 plaque and communal bathhouses of Renaissance Europe have in common? Today we're stripping down the complicated concept of nudity with Dr. Ruth Barcan, honorary associate professor at the University of Sydney in Australia. We'll explore the meanings, reactions, and laws surrounding nudity, from how art influenced our percepti…

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Introducing: Based on a True Story 1:02:59

1+ y ago1:02:59

1:02:59

Taboo Science will continue next week with a regularly scheduled episode, but I wanted to give a nod to Pride Month by sharing a podcast episode I love from the show Based on a True Story. Subscribe to Based on a True Story here: https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com/follow/By Ashley Hamer

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Breastfeeding (with Bridget McGann & Sascha Mayer) 34:58

1+ y ago34:58

34:58

Did you know lactation is older than the dinosaurs? Latch onto the mysteries of breastfeeding with help from lactation scientist Bridget McGann and Mamava co-founder Sascha Mayer in today's episode, which delves into the incredible components of breastmilk, the way that feeding itself influences a baby's development, the debate between breastfeedin…

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Poop (with Bryn Nelson, Ph.D.) 38:57

1+ y ago38:57

38:57

Grab your squatty potty and put your squeamishness aside: we're going elbow-deep into human waste with science journalist and author Bryn Nelson. This episode digs into the microbiome, probiotics, and fecal transplants. It uncovers the surprising benefits and uses of human waste, from healing autoimmune conditions to fertilizing crops, and even the…

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Asexuality (with Canton Winer & Sarah Costello) 34:57

1+ y ago34:57

34:57

This week, we challenge the common perceptions of attraction and explore the complexities of asexuality. Sociology PhD candidate Canton Weiner shares invaluable insights from his research while Sarah Costello, co-host of the podcast "Sounds Fake, But Okay," opens up about her personal experience being aro-ace, or aromantic asexual. We examine the s…

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Addiction (with Judy Grisel, Ph.D.) 32:00

1+ y ago32:00

32:00

Today we're diving into the world of addiction and drug use with Judy Grisel, a behavioral neuroscientist who's been down the road of addiction herself. We'll cover why humans are so drawn to altering our consciousness with chemicals, how addictive drugs affect our brains, and some common misconceptions about drug use. Plus, we'll explore the facto…

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Season 3 Is Coming 2:18

1+ y ago2:18

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The long wait is nearly over — Season 3 drops on 4/20. Taboo Science is a podcast that answers the questions you’re not allowed to ask. It’s hosted by Ashley Hamer, a science writer and podcaster. Every episode dives into a different societal taboo to understand the science that makes it tick, the reasons we don’t talk about it, and the impact that…

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Butts (with Dr. Jeanne Bovet) 22:53

3y ago22:53

22:53

Why do we have such big butts? Why does society admire women's butts more than men's? And what does race have to do with all this? Featuring Dr. Jeanne Bovet, senior lecturer at Northumbria University in Newcastle. https://www.jeannebovet.com/ See citations and a transcript for this episode: https://www.tabooscience.show/s2e12-butts/ Subscribe to t…

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Disability (with Emily Ladau) 31:44

3y ago31:44

31:44

It affects 1 billion people worldwide, so why is disability considered a niche issue? How can we make life easier for people with disabilities? And what does any of this have to do with As Seen on TV products? Featuring Emily Ladau, disability rights activist and author of the new book, “Demystifying Disability: What to Know, What to Say, and How t…

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Depression (with Dr. Gerard Sanacora) 29:51

3y ago29:51

29:51

What is depression, really? Do antidepressants actually work? And how can ketamine and psilocybin possibly help? Featuring Gerard Sanacora, director of the Yale Depression Research Program and Co-director of the Yale Interventional Psychiatry Service. See citations for this episode: https://www.tabooscience.show/s2e10-depression/ Subscribe to the B…

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Body Hair (with Rebecca Herzig) 35:24

3y ago35:24

35:24

Why do we remove our body hair? Why do humans have less hair than our primate cousins? And why was Darwin obsessed with beards? Featuring Rebecca Herzig, author of "Plucked: A History of Hair Removal." Pick it up here: https://amzn.to/3Csj819 See citations for this episode: https://www.tabooscience.show/s2e9-body-hair/ Subscribe to the BRAND NEW ne…

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Hormones (with Randi Hutter Epstein, M.D.) 40:22

3+ y ago40:22

40:22

They're complex, mysterious, and easy to blame for everything from unexplained symptoms to seemingly superhuman abilities. Find out how we discovered hormones, what they do inside of us, and who's really controlling who. Featuring Randi Hutter Epstein author of "Aroused, the History of Hormones and How They Control Just About Everything." Pick it u…

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