Best Sports Medicine Broadcast Podcasts (2024)

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Sports Journalist Emily Bicks Talks NFL Draft; Plus, the Battle for NBA Broadcast Rights and Paramount's Predicament 25:01

1h ago25:01

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In this episode, I chat with sports reporter Emily Bicks of Heavy Sports about the NFL draft and the surprises and decisions that have fans, players and insiders talking. We break down the Atlanta Falcons' selection of Michael Penix Jr., the New York Giants' choice of Malik Nabers, and the trade between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills,…

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Pregnancy could make you older, faster 8:58

6d ago8:58

8:58

Having kids ages you, according to new research. And not just because of the sleep deprivation and stress. Pregnancy has been linked to accelerated biological ageing — in simple terms, how old your cells are. And researchers found the more pregnancies a person has, the older they get. Calen Ryan is from the Mailman School of Public Health at Columb…

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Health Report mailbag 7:14

6d ago7:14

7:14

A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week, including age restrictions for bone marrow donors, celebrating neurodiversity, and intermittent fasting. You can email us at healthreport@abc.net.auBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Bird flu, dementia prevention, and COVID treatments vary 12:45

6d ago12:45

12:45

How much does the average Australian know about preventing dementia? Avian influenza particles have been detected in milk supply in the US, is it safe? And it seems COVID treatment recommendations vary from country to country and not all of them are effective, so why doesn't everyone follow the World Health Organisation guidelines?…

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Sports bras support knees, bird flu in milk, and health after prison release 43:42

6d ago43:42

43:42

Avian influenza particles have been detected in US milk supplies, just how concerning is that? Why are COVID treatment recommendations different depending on what country you're in? And how much does the average Australian know about preventing dementia? The latest research on bras and knees. You might not think they have much to do with each other…

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How your sports bra also supports your knees 9:16

6d ago9:16

9:16

Bras and knees. You might not think they have much to do with each other. But it turns out that wearing the right bra might actually reduce a woman's risk of a serious knee injury. Women are far more likely to tear their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) than men and the results can be catastrophic.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Why being released from prison is a health risk 6:26

6d ago6:26

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Prison is considered a dangerous place, but globally the risk of dying in the first week of release is surprisingly high. Australian researchers are calling for increased health support for recently released prisoners and Professor Rohan Borschmann, from the University of Melbourne, says improvements to health care within the prison system are also…

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Filmmakers Rachael Dyer and Scott Ruderman Talk "Pay or Die," and Hollywood Faces a Harsh Reality 45:44

8d ago45:44

45:44

I chat with filmmakers Rachael Dyer and Scott Ruderman about their PARAMOUNT + documentary "Pay or Die," which explores the skyrocketing prices of insulin in the United States and the impact on individuals and families. The co-directors discuss the genesis of the project and Scott's deeply personal connection to the issue. They highlight the strang…

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The $10m our bone marrow donor registry can't use 8:06

13d ago8:06

8:06

Around 80% of bone marrow transplants in Australia rely on overseas donations, increasing costs and the time it takes to find a match. The Federal Government has recently released more funds to build the local donor system in Australia… but is it enough?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Cow's milk or formula and when? Changes to WHO guidelines for babies 6:26

13d ago6:26

6:26

Recently updated World Health Organisation guidelines say babies as young as six months can start drinking cow’s milk rather than infant formula – that could be a good thing if you have challenges accessing safe drinking water, but in Australia it goes against the national guidelines. Associate Professor Rachel Laws, from Deakin University’s Instit…

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Exploring whether cognitive behavioural therapy works on trauma 9:15

13d ago9:15

9:15

Trauma can be a complex thing to tackle. It can present in many different ways depending on the cause (or causes) and the person themselves. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a common tool used in many circumstances, but is it effective for everyone? A new review has looked into how CBT impacts a range of young people who’ve experienced trauma…

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Cow's milk for babies, therapy for trauma, and lives saved by COVID vaccines 35:04

13d ago35:04

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Research into the influence of gender on autism spectrum disorder diagnoses. Calculating how many lives were saved by Australia's Covid-19 vaccine roll-out, and how to spot a fake Dr Karl, or Dr Swan, in the wilds of social media marketing. A review into how cognitive behavioural therapy can help young people who've experienced trauma. Recently upd…

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What gender means for autism and lives saved by COVID vaccines 11:43

13d ago11:43

11:43

Researchers look at the possible influence of gender for an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis. Calculating just how many lives were saved by the Covid-19 vaccines. And how to spot a fake Dr Karl, or Dr Swan, in the wilds of social media marketing.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Norman Swan on what is schizophrenia? 13:09

17d ago13:09

13:09

In light of the Bondi Junction attack, there's been a lot of commentary about mental illness - including schizophrenia. So what is schizophrenia? While the exact cause isn't known, it's a serious mental illness that can affect how a person behaves. It might also surprise you to learn that someone with a diagnosis is more likely to be harmed, than t…

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Could a cure for recurrent UTIs be a spray away? 4:51

20d ago4:51

4:51

A needle-free vaccine sprayed under the tongue could prevent UTIs from occurring. In a long-term observational study, more than half of the participants remained UTI-free nine years after receiving the drug. MV140 contains heat-inactivated bacteria from four of the major species that cause UTIs. Also, new research on the time of day you exercise, a…

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'Australia is not the UK': Major reviews into gender affirming care 17:38

20d ago17:38

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UK's approach to gender affirming care has come under massive scrutiny off the back of two reviews into the system. However experts here are warning that applying these findings to Australia, misses important context. Associate Professor Elizabeth Scott explains what she sees on a day-to-day basis caring for children as a psychiatrist. And Professo…

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The underestimated risk of PFAS 'forever chemicals' 8:03

20d ago8:03

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A new UNSW-led international study has assessed the levels of PFAS contamination in surface and ground water around the globe. It found that much of our global source water exceeds PFAS safe drinking limits. Professor Denis O'Carroll, senior author of the study, takes us through the findings. And we discuss the potential health risks of PFAS exposu…

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Immune treatment for common cancer goes straight to the source 4:46

20d ago4:46

4:46

Bladder cancer is common, but it doesn’t get much attention. Safe and effective treatments are needed to treat this cancer early, with fewer negative side effects. As Professor Dickon Hayne explains, a first-in-human trial has injected a type of immunotherapy directly into the bladder to attack tumours, with some early success.…

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Treating UTIs (without cranberry juice) and re-examining gender care 37:18

20d ago37:18

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Is a simpler solution to recurrent UTIs on the way? Plus when should you exercise to get the most benefit? A deep dive into the UK's reviews of gender affirming treatment, and how Australia's system differs. Researchers say there's more PFAS in our water than previously thought, but how much do we know about the health harms? And a new way to deliv…

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Director Eva Orner Tackles Controversial Fashion Brand "Brandy Melville" in new HBO Documentary 34:18

21d ago34:18

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Academy Award winning filmmaker Eva Orner joins the show to discuss her riveting new HBO documentary, "Brandy Hellville and the Cult of Fast Fashion," which is streaming now on MAX. She discusses the challenges of exposing a global, popular and successful... but extremely toxic fashion brand like Brandy Melville and the role of social media in its …

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Sports Journalist Emily Bicks Talks NFL Draft; Plus, the Battle for NBA Broadcast Rights and Paramount's Predicament 25:01

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Pregnancy could make you older, faster 8:58

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Health Report mailbag 7:14

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Bird flu, dementia prevention, and COVID treatments vary 12:45

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Sports bras support knees, bird flu in milk, and health after prison release 43:42

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How your sports bra also supports your knees 9:16

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Why being released from prison is a health risk 6:26

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Filmmakers Rachael Dyer and Scott Ruderman Talk "Pay or Die," and Hollywood Faces a Harsh Reality 45:44

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The $10m our bone marrow donor registry can't use 8:06

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Cow's milk or formula and when? Changes to WHO guidelines for babies 6:26

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Exploring whether cognitive behavioural therapy works on trauma 9:15

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Cow's milk for babies, therapy for trauma, and lives saved by COVID vaccines 35:04

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What gender means for autism and lives saved by COVID vaccines 11:43

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Norman Swan on what is schizophrenia? 13:09

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Could a cure for recurrent UTIs be a spray away? 4:51

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'Australia is not the UK': Major reviews into gender affirming care 17:38

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The underestimated risk of PFAS 'forever chemicals' 8:03

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Immune treatment for common cancer goes straight to the source 4:46

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Treating UTIs (without cranberry juice) and re-examining gender care 37:18

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Director Eva Orner Tackles Controversial Fashion Brand "Brandy Melville" in new HBO Documentary 34:18

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