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"When people ask me what I hope to achieve with my podcast, I sum it up in one sentence: “To help people live a full, optimistic, vibrant, happy life—reducing suffering and developing resilience so they can say, unequivocally, ‘I’m here.’

I’ve spent 35 years hosting my nationally-syndicated public radio show, Zorba Paster On Your Health, and it’s been an incredible journey sparking thoughtful, engaging conversations about health and wellness—without the clutter, chatter, or noise.


With more than 45 years as a family physician, my experience as one of the lead physicians caring for His Holiness the Dalai Lama, my ongoing work mentoring medical students and residents at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, and my humanitarian medical work with Tibetan refugees, I’ve gained a unique perspective on modern health care. I strive to blend the science of Western medicine with the balance of holistic, integrative approaches to healing. Give the podcast a listen—I think you’ll love it."


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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Zorba Paster, health, science, Karl Christenson, medicine, wellness, fitness, nutrition Dr. Zorba Paster https://storage.buzzsprout.com/kjw74yqsp16lv74q3pe05w7u7rsg?.jpg Stay Well with Dr. Zorba Paster https://www.doctorzorba.org/ Dr. Zorba Paster Karl Christenson A joyful take on healthy living with family physician Dr. Zorba Paster. "When people ask me what I hope to achieve with my podcast, I sum it up in one sentence: “To help people live a full, optimistic, vibrant, happy life—reducing suffering and developing resilience so they can say, unequivocally, ‘I’m here.’ I’ve spent 35 years hosting my nationally-syndicated public radio show, Zorba Paster On Your Health, and it’s been an incredible journey sparking thoughtful, engaging conversations about health and wellness—without the clutter, chatter, or noise. With more than 45 years as a family physician, my experience as one of the lead physicians caring for His Holiness the Dalai Lama, my ongoing work mentoring medical students and residents at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, and my humanitarian medical work with Tibetan refugees, I’ve gained a unique perspective on modern health care. I strive to blend the science of Western medicine with the balance of holistic, integrative approaches to healing. Give the podcast a listen—I think you’ll love it." New episodes every week -- with occasional bonus episodes to respond to breaking health news. Follow the show and share it with your friends! A joyful take on healthy living with family physician Dr. Zorba Paster. "When people ask me what I hope to achieve with my podcast, I sum it up in one sentence: “To help people live a full, optimistic, vibrant, happy life—reducing suffering and developin "Everywhere Chemicals" Are Hurting Us | What Health Sources Can You Trust? | Red Meat | Mom Jokes "Everywhere Chemicals" Are Hurting Us | What Health Sources Can You Trust? | Red Meat | Mom Jokes Send Zorba a message!

Zorba looks at a new study about "Forever Chemicals" (phthalates). What products are they found in, and what are they doing to our health? He helps a caller who is questioning the merits of certain medical studies and online health information. An emailer asks about red meat and the new food pyramid, and Zorba helps out a listener with pelvic issues. Zorba fields comments from Facebook page, and we get a mom joke for the wine enthusiasts.

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Zorba looks at a new study about "Forever Chemicals" (phthalates). What products are they found in, and what are they doing to our health? He helps a caller who is questioning the merits of certain medical studies and online health information. An emailer asks about red meat and the new food pyramid, and Zorba helps out a listener with pelvic issues. Zorba fields comments from Facebook page, and we get a mom joke for the wine enthusiasts.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18942514 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1849 red meat, food pyramid, prolapse, health information, medical studies, mom jokes, everywhere chemicals, phthalates, infant health 1 28 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba looks at a new study about "Forever Chemicals" (phthalates). What products are they found in, and what are they doing to our health? He helps a caller who is questioning the merits of certain medical studies and online health information. An emailer asks about red meat and the new food pyramid, and Zorba helps out a listener with pelvic issues. Zorba fields comments from Facebook page, and we get a mom joke for the wine enthusiasts. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! RFK vs. American Heart Association: More Red Meat? RFK vs. American Heart Association: More Red Meat? Send Zorba a message!

Zorba's thoughts on the American Heart Association's reaction to the red meat recommendations laid out on the new food pyramid.

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Zorba's thoughts on the American Heart Association's reaction to the red meat recommendations laid out on the new food pyramid.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18942744 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 179 RFK, food pyramid, red meat 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba's thoughts on the American Heart Association's reaction to the red meat recommendations laid out on the new food pyramid. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Is the Alzheimer's Blood Test Legit? | Joint Pain | Benadryl | E-bikes | IBS | Mom Jokes Is the Alzheimer's Blood Test Legit? | Joint Pain | Benadryl | E-bikes | IBS | Mom Jokes Send Zorba a message!

Zorba gives digs in to the new blood test that purports to predict when symptoms of Alzheimer's may begin. He helps out a caller with joint pain issues. An emailer asks about Benadryl use, and Zorba helps out a listener with IBS issues. Zorba fields  comments about riding his e-bike, and we hear a mom joke...which happens to be Zorba's favorite one so far.

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Zorba gives digs in to the new blood test that purports to predict when symptoms of Alzheimer's may begin. He helps out a caller with joint pain issues. An emailer asks about Benadryl use, and Zorba helps out a listener with IBS issues. Zorba fields  comments about riding his e-bike, and we hear a mom joke...which happens to be Zorba's favorite one so far.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18775772 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1805 IBS, joint pain, dementia, Alzheimer's blood test, low dose radiation, mom joke, Benadryl, sea kelp, Facebook, bowel leak, bike, electric bikes, e-bikes 1 27 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba gives digs in to the new blood test that purports to predict when symptoms of Alzheimer's may begin. He helps out a caller with joint pain issues. An emailer asks about Benadryl use, and Zorba helps out a listener with IBS issues. Zorba fields  comments about riding his e-bike, and we hear a mom joke...which happens to be Zorba's favorite one so far. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Tanning Beds...how harmful are they? Tanning Beds...how harmful are they? Send Zorba a message!

It's spring break and prom season! Zorba shares his thoughts on tanning beds, the science involved, and what health risks may be associated with using them.

(Recorded March 20, 2026)

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It's spring break and prom season! Zorba shares his thoughts on tanning beds, the science involved, and what health risks may be associated with using them.

(Recorded March 20, 2026)

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]]> Buzzsprout-18880062 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 299 tanning, skin cancer 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! It's spring break and prom season! Zorba shares his thoughts on tanning beds, the science involved, and what health risks may be associated with using them. (Recorded March 20, 2026) Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! What is the deal with Peptides? | Ambien & Sleep Aids | Surgery for Back Pain? | Mom (Dad) Jokes | Calcium What is the deal with Peptides? | Ambien & Sleep Aids | Surgery for Back Pain? | Mom (Dad) Jokes | Calcium Send Zorba a message!

Zorba gives his take on the latest wellness and biohacking trend...peptides. He helps out a caller who has concerns about taking prescription sleep aids. An emailer asks about back pain and if surgery is the correct path, and Zorba talks about the best calcium to take. We hear a mom joke...actually a dad joke from Karl's dad. 

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]]> Send Zorba a message!

Zorba gives his take on the latest wellness and biohacking trend...peptides. He helps out a caller who has concerns about taking prescription sleep aids. An emailer asks about back pain and if surgery is the correct path, and Zorba talks about the best calcium to take. We hear a mom joke...actually a dad joke from Karl's dad. 

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18763042 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 2229 back pain, ambien, sleep aids, peptides, surgery, dad joke, bowling, prunes, Jerry seinfeld 1 26 full true Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba gives his take on the latest wellness and biohacking trend...peptides. He helps out a caller who has concerns about taking prescription sleep aids. An emailer asks about back pain and if surgery is the correct path, and Zorba talks about the best calcium to take. We hear a mom joke...actually a dad joke from Karl's dad.  Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! A Federal Judge halts RFK Jr's anti-vaccine policies A Federal Judge halts RFK Jr's anti-vaccine policies Send Zorba a message!

Zorba's thoughts on recent news that a federal judge thwarts Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr's continued efforts to overhaul the nation's vaccine policies.

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Zorba's thoughts on recent news that a federal judge thwarts Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr's continued efforts to overhaul the nation's vaccine policies.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18876090 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 260 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba's thoughts on recent news that a federal judge thwarts Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr's continued efforts to overhaul the nation's vaccine policies. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! We're Getting Less CDC Health Alerts | Rash Help | The Cost of Eating Healthy | Hiccups | CBD | Mom Jokes We're Getting Less CDC Health Alerts | Rash Help | The Cost of Eating Healthy | Hiccups | CBD | Mom Jokes Send Zorba a message!

Zorba and Karl discuss why doctors are concerned that we're seeing a huge drop in official health alerts from the CDC. Zorba helps a caller with her pesky gardening rash. An emailer questions the affordability of eating according to the new dietary guidelines, and Zorba helps out a listener with hiccups. We hear a mom joke, and the CBD Cops make a visit. 

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Zorba and Karl discuss why doctors are concerned that we're seeing a huge drop in official health alerts from the CDC. Zorba helps a caller with her pesky gardening rash. An emailer questions the affordability of eating according to the new dietary guidelines, and Zorba helps out a listener with hiccups. We hear a mom joke, and the CBD Cops make a visit. 

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]]> Buzzsprout-18709020 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1625 CDC, food pyramid, rash, hiccups, RFK, health alerts, MMR, CBD, cello, jerry Maguire 1 25 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba and Karl discuss why doctors are concerned that we're seeing a huge drop in official health alerts from the CDC. Zorba helps a caller with her pesky gardening rash. An emailer questions the affordability of eating according to the new dietary guidelines, and Zorba helps out a listener with hiccups. We hear a mom joke, and the CBD Cops make a visit.  Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! It's time to take civic action regarding vaccines and public health It's time to take civic action regarding vaccines and public health Send Zorba a message!

Zorba lays out a plan for taking action regarding the CDC rolling back universal Hepatitis B vaccination recommendations for newborns, which goes against widespread public health consensus.

(Recorded December 5, 2025)

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Zorba lays out a plan for taking action regarding the CDC rolling back universal Hepatitis B vaccination recommendations for newborns, which goes against widespread public health consensus.

(Recorded December 5, 2025)

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18307846 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 394 Hepatitis B vaccination, cdc, rfk, vaccines, anti-vac 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba lays out a plan for taking action regarding the CDC rolling back universal Hepatitis B vaccination recommendations for newborns, which goes against widespread public health consensus. (Recorded December 5, 2025) Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Cancer treatment effectiveness may depend on the time of day it’s given | How much Vitamin D? | Shingles | RFK Compares the US to Denmark | Beef Cops Cancer treatment effectiveness may depend on the time of day it’s given | How much Vitamin D? | Shingles | RFK Compares the US to Denmark | Beef Cops Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba looks at a study that shows the effectiveness of cancer treatments may depend on the time of day it's given. He helps a caller with vitamin D questions, and a listener about when to get the shingles shot. Zorba also discusses why it is dangerous for RFK and CDC to compare the U.S. to Denmark as it relates to vaccines. The Beef Cops also chime in, and we hear a Mom Joke.

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Dr. Zorba looks at a study that shows the effectiveness of cancer treatments may depend on the time of day it's given. He helps a caller with vitamin D questions, and a listener about when to get the shingles shot. Zorba also discusses why it is dangerous for RFK and CDC to compare the U.S. to Denmark as it relates to vaccines. The Beef Cops also chime in, and we hear a Mom Joke.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18701590 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0500 1944 RFK, CDC, vaccines, cancer treatment timing, mom jokes, beef cops, environmental, shingles, vitamin d, wizards 1 24 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba looks at a study that shows the effectiveness of cancer treatments may depend on the time of day it's given. He helps a caller with vitamin D questions, and a listener about when to get the shingles shot. Zorba also discusses why it is dangerous for RFK and CDC to compare the U.S. to Denmark as it relates to vaccines. The Beef Cops also chime in, and we hear a Mom Joke. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! SNAP Benefits and Restrictions on Soda, Candy, and Energy Drinks SNAP Benefits and Restrictions on Soda, Candy, and Energy Drinks Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba's thoughts on more states restricting soda, candy, and energy drinks from the list of approved items that retailers can accept payments for through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistant Program (SNAP).

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Dr. Zorba's thoughts on more states restricting soda, candy, and energy drinks from the list of approved items that retailers can accept payments for through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistant Program (SNAP).

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18741786 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0600 258 food stamps, SNAP benefits, MAHA, RFK, soda, energy drinks, candy, EBT 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba's thoughts on more states restricting soda, candy, and energy drinks from the list of approved items that retailers can accept payments for through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistant Program (SNAP). Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Mediterranean Diet Reduces Strokes | Chef Danny Calleros: Crispy Fried Tofu recipe | Sinus Issues | Acid Reflux Mediterranean Diet Reduces Strokes | Chef Danny Calleros: Crispy Fried Tofu recipe | Sinus Issues | Acid Reflux Send Zorba a message!

It's recipe day! James Beard nominated Chef Danny Calleros walks us through his incredible recipe for Crispy Fried Tofu with Creme Fraiche. Zorba digs into new research that suggests the Mediterranean Diet may decrease stroke risk. He also helps listeners with acid reflux and sinus issues.

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It's recipe day! James Beard nominated Chef Danny Calleros walks us through his incredible recipe for Crispy Fried Tofu with Creme Fraiche. Zorba digs into new research that suggests the Mediterranean Diet may decrease stroke risk. He also helps listeners with acid reflux and sinus issues.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18706913 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0600 2538 guest chef, tofu, crispy fried tofu, recipe, Danny Calleros, New Mexico, cooking, sinus, Mediterranean Diet, stroke, Barrett's esophagus 1 23 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! It's recipe day! James Beard nominated Chef Danny Calleros walks us through his incredible recipe for Crispy Fried Tofu with Creme Fraiche. Zorba digs into new research that suggests the Mediterranean Diet may decrease stroke risk. He also helps listeners with acid reflux and sinus issues. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! A Surgeon General Should Be Pro-Science A Surgeon General Should Be Pro-Science Send Zorba a message!

Zorba shares his thoughts on what criteria and qualifications are crucial when choosing a new Surgeon General; and shares a story about talking to a young family about vaccines during a recent office visit.

(Recorded February 26, 2026)

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Zorba shares his thoughts on what criteria and qualifications are crucial when choosing a new Surgeon General; and shares a story about talking to a young family about vaccines during a recent office visit.

(Recorded February 26, 2026)

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]]> Buzzsprout-18757361 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 348 Surgeon General, CDC, RFK, Congress, politics, anti-vax, Casey Means, anti-science, MAHA 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba shares his thoughts on what criteria and qualifications are crucial when choosing a new Surgeon General; and shares a story about talking to a young family about vaccines during a recent office visit. (Recorded February 26, 2026) Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Demystifying Calcium Scores | PPIs and Stomach Cancer | GLP-1 Drugs | Mom Jokes | Sinus Rinse Recipe Demystifying Calcium Scores | PPIs and Stomach Cancer | GLP-1 Drugs | Mom Jokes | Sinus Rinse Recipe Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba explains the importance of calcium scores to a caller, and how it relates to cholesterol. He reviews new research that shows PPIs (stomach acid-reducing drugs) may not increase stomach cancer risk. Zorba also discusses GLP-1 drugs vs. natural methods for losing weight, and shares his recipe for sinus rinse. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a Mom Joke from one of our listeners.

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Dr. Zorba explains the importance of calcium scores to a caller, and how it relates to cholesterol. He reviews new research that shows PPIs (stomach acid-reducing drugs) may not increase stomach cancer risk. Zorba also discusses GLP-1 drugs vs. natural methods for losing weight, and shares his recipe for sinus rinse. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a Mom Joke from one of our listeners.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18694233 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 2375 GERD, PPI, GLP-1 drugs, ozempic, weight loss, stomach cancer, calcium score, cholesterol, mom jokes, grammar cops, sinus rinse 1 22 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba explains the importance of calcium scores to a caller, and how it relates to cholesterol. He reviews new research that shows PPIs (stomach acid-reducing drugs) may not increase stomach cancer risk. Zorba also discusses GLP-1 drugs vs. natural methods for losing weight, and shares his recipe for sinus rinse. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a Mom Joke from one of our listeners. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! We're Bringing Measles Back! We're Bringing Measles Back! Send Zorba a message!

Zorba's thoughts on why measles (a virus we had nearly eradicated) is making a comeback, and how you can protect yourself and loved ones.

(recorded February 19, 2026)

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Zorba's thoughts on why measles (a virus we had nearly eradicated) is making a comeback, and how you can protect yourself and loved ones.

(recorded February 19, 2026)

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18711952 Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 201 measles, CDC, RFK, virus, outbreak, Wisconsin, MMR, vaccine, anti-vax 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba's thoughts on why measles (a virus we had nearly eradicated) is making a comeback, and how you can protect yourself and loved ones. (recorded February 19, 2026) Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! The Best Way To Exercise For Longevity | Menopause & Orgasms | Constant Throat Clearing | Snoring Remedies | Mom Jokes The Best Way To Exercise For Longevity | Menopause & Orgasms | Constant Throat Clearing | Snoring Remedies | Mom Jokes Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba talks about his ski trips and lays out the best way to exercise for longevity. Zorba helps out a caller whose husband can't stop clearing his throat, and he reveals if mouth tape can help with snoring. Zorba also talks about menopause and orgasms. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a very well thought out Mom Joke.

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Dr. Zorba talks about his ski trips and lays out the best way to exercise for longevity. Zorba helps out a caller whose husband can't stop clearing his throat, and he reveals if mouth tape can help with snoring. Zorba also talks about menopause and orgasms. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a very well thought out Mom Joke.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18641060 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 2294 snoring, throat clearing, menopause, orgasm, exercise, longevity, mom jokes, beef tallow 1 21 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba talks about his ski trips and lays out the best way to exercise for longevity. Zorba helps out a caller whose husband can't stop clearing his throat, and he reveals if mouth tape can help with snoring. Zorba also talks about menopause and orgasms. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a very well thought out Mom Joke. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Your Next Doctor Could be AI | Boat Names! | GERD | Iron Supplements | Mom Jokes | Grammar Cops Your Next Doctor Could be AI | Boat Names! | GERD | Iron Supplements | Mom Jokes | Grammar Cops Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba discusses how artificial intelligence has impacted medicine, and how soon we may see AI doctors. Karl shares some boat names. Zorba helps listeners with GERD issues, and iron supplements. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a Mom Joke that will leave listeners stunned.

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Dr. Zorba discusses how artificial intelligence has impacted medicine, and how soon we may see AI doctors. Karl shares some boat names. Zorba helps listeners with GERD issues, and iron supplements. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a Mom Joke that will leave listeners stunned.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18580528 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 2035 PPI, GERD, AI, artificial intelligence in medicine, horse names, boat names, Iron supplements, Asperger's, teeth, mom jokes 1 20 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba discusses how artificial intelligence has impacted medicine, and how soon we may see AI doctors. Karl shares some boat names. Zorba helps listeners with GERD issues, and iron supplements. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a Mom Joke that will leave listeners stunned.Just Coffee Co-op Use Promo Code ZORBA10 for 10% off your order Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! How The New Dietary Guidelines May Impact School Lunches How The New Dietary Guidelines May Impact School Lunches Send Zorba a message!

The Department of Health and Human Services and the USDA recently unveiled new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, along with a new food pyramid. Zorba explores how these changes may impact schools and how they prepare and serve food to children.

(Recorded February 5, 2026)

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The Department of Health and Human Services and the USDA recently unveiled new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, along with a new food pyramid. Zorba explores how these changes may impact schools and how they prepare and serve food to children.

(Recorded February 5, 2026)

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18632198 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 249 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! The Department of Health and Human Services and the USDA recently unveiled new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, along with a new food pyramid. Zorba explores how these changes may impact schools and how they prepare and serve food to children. (Recorded February 5, 2026) Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Teen Social Media use Skyrocketing | What if your Doc is rude? | Parasites in Kids | GERD | Mom Jokes Teen Social Media use Skyrocketing | What if your Doc is rude? | Parasites in Kids | GERD | Mom Jokes Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba looks at a new Pew Research study that shows 1 in 5 U.S. teens are on social media "almost constantly." He helps a caller with what to do when their doctor is not nice or helpful. Zorba deciphers a viral video going around about "parasite mania" in our kids, he tackles PPI use for GERD, and fields a dental question. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a Mom Joke that mall rats might enjoy.

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Dr. Zorba looks at a new Pew Research study that shows 1 in 5 U.S. teens are on social media "almost constantly." He helps a caller with what to do when their doctor is not nice or helpful. Zorba deciphers a viral video going around about "parasite mania" in our kids, he tackles PPI use for GERD, and fields a dental question. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a Mom Joke that mall rats might enjoy.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18458935 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 1681 GERD, social media, YouTube, Australia ban, mom joke, grammar cops, PPI, stent, rude doctors, teen screen time, flip phone, LIDS, parasites 1 19 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba looks at a new Pew Research study that shows 1 in 5 U.S. teens are on social media "almost constantly." He helps a caller with what to do when their doctor is not nice or helpful. Zorba deciphers a viral video going around about "parasite mania" in our kids, he tackles PPI use for GERD, and fields a dental question. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a Mom Joke that mall rats might enjoy.Just Coffee Co-op Use Promo Code ZORBA10 for 10% off your order Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Guidelines on Ozempic & GLP-1 drugs | Vitamins | Zorba Laughs | Lack of Appetite | Blood Letting still a thing? Guidelines on Ozempic & GLP-1 drugs | Vitamins | Zorba Laughs | Lack of Appetite | Blood Letting still a thing? Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba looks at new guidelines laid out by the World Health Organization regarding GLP-1 drugs. He helps a caller who has questions about which vitamins to take, and helps a emailer about how to regain their appetite. In our Quack Tales segment we hear about modern day blood letting, and we revisit the idea of prescribing Zorba's laugh for medicinal purposes.

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Dr. Zorba looks at new guidelines laid out by the World Health Organization regarding GLP-1 drugs. He helps a caller who has questions about which vitamins to take, and helps a emailer about how to regain their appetite. In our Quack Tales segment we hear about modern day blood letting, and we revisit the idea of prescribing Zorba's laugh for medicinal purposes.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18432823 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 2475 blood, glp-1, ozempic, wegovy, weight loss, WHO, guidelines, appetite loss, zorba laugh, Karl Christenson 1 18 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba looks at new guidelines laid out by the World Health Organization regarding GLP-1 drugs. He helps a caller who has questions about which vitamins to take, and helps a emailer about how to regain their appetite. In our Quack Tales segment we hear about modern day blood letting, and we revisit the idea of prescribing Zorba's laugh for medicinal purposes. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! New Vaccine Schedule: The CDC Continues To Ignore Science New Vaccine Schedule: The CDC Continues To Ignore Science Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba's thoughts on the CDC overhauling the childhood vaccine schedule to resemble Denmark's.

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Dr. Zorba's thoughts on the CDC overhauling the childhood vaccine schedule to resemble Denmark's.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18567480 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 325 cdc, rfk, vaccines, immunization schedule, anti-science 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba's thoughts on the CDC overhauling the childhood vaccine schedule to resemble Denmark's. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Shingles Shot may slow Dementia | Hormone Replacement Therapy | Cologuard | Mom Jokes | Rhubarb & Glucose | Cannabis Cops Shingles Shot may slow Dementia | Hormone Replacement Therapy | Cologuard | Mom Jokes | Rhubarb & Glucose | Cannabis Cops Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba looks at important new research that shows the Shingles vaccine may slow down dementia. He also helps out listeners with questions about hormone replacement therapy (HRT), Cologuard, and if rhubarb affects glucose levels. We hear a Mom Joke from Karl's mom, and Zorba goes up in smoke with the Cannabis Cops.

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Dr. Zorba looks at important new research that shows the Shingles vaccine may slow down dementia. He also helps out listeners with questions about hormone replacement therapy (HRT), Cologuard, and if rhubarb affects glucose levels. We hear a Mom Joke from Karl's mom, and Zorba goes up in smoke with the Cannabis Cops.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18427202 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 1414 Cheech and Chong, cannabis, weed, marijuana, shingles vaccine, dementia, Alzheimer's, glucose, rhubarb, mom jokes 1 17 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba looks at important new research that shows the Shingles vaccine may slow down dementia. He also helps out listeners with questions about hormone replacement therapy (HRT), Cologuard, and if rhubarb affects glucose levels. We hear a Mom Joke from Karl's mom, and Zorba goes up in smoke with the Cannabis Cops. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Cancer Linked to Food Preservatives | Vertigo | Zorba Pushes Back Against Anti-Science | Insomnia | COVID nasal spray Cancer Linked to Food Preservatives | Vertigo | Zorba Pushes Back Against Anti-Science | Insomnia | COVID nasal spray Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba digs into two new studies that link food preservatives to cancer and type 2 diabetes. Zorba helps out listeners with vertigo, insomnia, and talks about the OTC nasal spray that helps with COVID. Zorba also pushes back against anti-science policies coming out of Washington, and we hear from the Italian faction of the Grammar Cops.

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Dr. Zorba digs into two new studies that link food preservatives to cancer and type 2 diabetes. Zorba helps out listeners with vertigo, insomnia, and talks about the OTC nasal spray that helps with COVID. Zorba also pushes back against anti-science policies coming out of Washington, and we hear from the Italian faction of the Grammar Cops.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18504743 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 2774 Anti-science, RFK, DHS, covid nasal spray, vertigo, Epley, preservatives, diabetes, Stuart Smalley, SNL 1 16 full true Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba digs into two new studies that link food preservatives to cancer and type 2 diabetes. Zorba helps out listeners with vertigo, insomnia, and talks about the OTC nasal spray that helps with COVID. Zorba also pushes back against anti-science policies coming out of Washington, and we hear from the Italian faction of the Grammar Cops. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Violence and Compassion: Thoughts on Recent Events in Minneapolis Violence and Compassion: Thoughts on Recent Events in Minneapolis Send Zorba a message!

Zorba shares his thoughts on recents events in Minneapolis surrounding a fatal shooting carried out by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.

(recorded January 12, 2025)

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Zorba shares his thoughts on recents events in Minneapolis surrounding a fatal shooting carried out by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.

(recorded January 12, 2025)

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]]> Buzzsprout-18497554 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 641 ICE, Minneapolis, Renee Good, Immigration, Police, violence, mental health, compassion, Dalai Lama 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba shares his thoughts on recents events in Minneapolis surrounding a fatal shooting carried out by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer. (recorded January 12, 2025) Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Thoughts on the new (Upside down?) Food Pyramid Thoughts on the new (Upside down?) Food Pyramid Send Zorba a message!

Zorba's digests the good and the bad of the updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Why is the AMA is supporting it...and is it living in the Upside Down?

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Zorba's digests the good and the bad of the updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Why is the AMA is supporting it...and is it living in the Upside Down?

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]]> Buzzsprout-18480121 Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0600 347 food pyramid, dietary guidelines, nutrition, 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba's digests the good and the bad of the updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Why is the AMA is supporting it...and is it living in the Upside Down? Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Kids with Smartphones are more Obese and Depressed | Sleep Apnea | Zorba's Horse | Itching | Mom Jokes | Modern Quackery Kids with Smartphones are more Obese and Depressed | Sleep Apnea | Zorba's Horse | Itching | Mom Jokes | Modern Quackery Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba talks about a new study that shows giving your child a smartphone before age 12 can lead to a higher risk of depression, obesity, and sleep issues. Zorba helps out a caller with itching, and helps a listener with their sleep apnea machine. We hear a Michael Douglas Mom Joke, we hear about Zorba's horse riding adventures, and Zorba digs into some medical quackery that came from a listener. Zorba also weighs in on what modern quackery we are seeing right now.

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Dr. Zorba talks about a new study that shows giving your child a smartphone before age 12 can lead to a higher risk of depression, obesity, and sleep issues. Zorba helps out a caller with itching, and helps a listener with their sleep apnea machine. We hear a Michael Douglas Mom Joke, we hear about Zorba's horse riding adventures, and Zorba digs into some medical quackery that came from a listener. Zorba also weighs in on what modern quackery we are seeing right now.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18426067 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0600 1861 smartphones, social media kids, depression, obesity, Zorba's horse, itching, sleep apnea, mom jokes, 1 15 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba talks about a new study that shows giving your child a smartphone before age 12 can lead to a higher risk of depression, obesity, and sleep issues. Zorba helps out a caller with itching, and helps a listener with their sleep apnea machine. We hear a Michael Douglas Mom Joke, we hear about Zorba's horse riding adventures, and Zorba digs into some medical quackery that came from a listener. Zorba also weighs in on what modern quackery we are seeing right now. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Zorba & Karl's New Year's Resolutions Zorba & Karl's New Year's Resolutions Send Zorba a message!

Zorba and Karl share their New Year's Resolutions for 2025.

(Recorded December 16, 2025)

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Zorba and Karl share their New Year's Resolutions for 2025.

(Recorded December 16, 2025)

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18379804 Wed, 31 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0600 357 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba and Karl share their New Year's Resolutions for 2025. (Recorded December 16, 2025) Music performed by Karl Christenson. Pedal steel guitar by Tyler Christenson ("Cabana Boy") http://www.cabanaboymusic.com/ Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Drinking linked to strokes | Barrett's Esophagus | Itchy skin | Mom Jokes | Stem Cells & Hip Replacement | Dieting Glasses | Prescription Zorba Laughs Drinking linked to strokes | Barrett's Esophagus | Itchy skin | Mom Jokes | Stem Cells & Hip Replacement | Dieting Glasses | Prescription Zorba Laughs Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba digs into new research that shows heavy drinking can lead to an increased stroke risk. Zorba helps out a caller (another Karl Christenson) with Barrett's Esophagus. The caller suggests that Zorba should bottle and prescribe his laugh as medicine. Zorba also helps a listener who has extremely itchy skin, we hear a Mom Joke, and we learn about glasses from the 1980s that were purported to help folks lose weight.

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Dr. Zorba digs into new research that shows heavy drinking can lead to an increased stroke risk. Zorba helps out a caller (another Karl Christenson) with Barrett's Esophagus. The caller suggests that Zorba should bottle and prescribe his laugh as medicine. Zorba also helps a listener who has extremely itchy skin, we hear a Mom Joke, and we learn about glasses from the 1980s that were purported to help folks lose weight.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18325828 Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0600 1736 Drinking, alcohol, zorba laugh, disclaimer, Barrett's Esophagus, itch, GERD, hip replacement, stem cells, stroke, Karl Christenson 1 14 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba digs into new research that shows heavy drinking can lead to an increased stroke risk. Zorba helps out a caller (another Karl Christenson) with Barrett's Esophagus. The caller suggests that Zorba should bottle and prescribe his laugh as medicine. Zorba also helps a listener who has extremely itchy skin, we hear a Mom Joke, and we learn about glasses from the 1980s that were purported to help folks lose weight. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Health Literacy in a clickbait world | Hormone Replacement Therapy | Audio sensitivity | Mom Jokes | Mammograms Health Literacy in a clickbait world | Hormone Replacement Therapy | Audio sensitivity | Mom Jokes | Mammograms Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba talks about the importance of health literacy...especially now as health headlines get more confusing. Zorba helps out a caller with HRT questions, he helps a listener with audio sensitivity, and a listener asks why mammogram technology hasn't improved. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a Midwestern mom joke.

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Dr. Zorba talks about the importance of health literacy...especially now as health headlines get more confusing. Zorba helps out a caller with HRT questions, he helps a listener with audio sensitivity, and a listener asks why mammogram technology hasn't improved. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a Midwestern mom joke.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18320600 Tue, 23 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0600 1770 mammograms, health literacy, HRT, hormone replacement therapy, hyperacusis, Paul Bunyan, 1 13 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba talks about the importance of health literacy...especially now as health headlines get more confusing. Zorba helps out a caller with HRT questions, he helps a listener with audio sensitivity, and a listener asks why mammogram technology hasn't improved. The Grammar Cops chime in, and we hear a Midwestern mom joke. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! It's time to take civic action | FDA black box warning on Covid vaccines It's time to take civic action | FDA black box warning on Covid vaccines Send Zorba a message!

Zorba talks about the FDA considering adding a black box warning to Covid vaccines. And he lays out a plan for taking civic action with your elected representatives.

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(Recorded December 16, 2025)

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Zorba talks about the FDA considering adding a black box warning to Covid vaccines. And he lays out a plan for taking civic action with your elected representatives.

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(Recorded December 16, 2025)

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18368010 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0600 172 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba talks about the FDA considering adding a black box warning to Covid vaccines. And he lays out a plan for taking civic action with your elected representatives. Find your elected representatives here: https://www.congress.gov/members (Recorded December 16, 2025) Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Lead in our Food? | Zorba's Giant Challah Recipe | Acid Reflux | Covid & Taste buds | Antibiotics | Mom Jokes Lead in our Food? | Zorba's Giant Challah Recipe | Acid Reflux | Covid & Taste buds | Antibiotics | Mom Jokes Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba and Karl look at a new study that shows how much lead we are eating in our food. Zorba helps out a caller with acid reflux, and he walks us through his recipe for Giant Challah Bread. We also talk about antibiotic ointments, and how Covid affects your taste buds The Grammar Cops chime in, we hear a classic mom joke, and a listener posits where Zorba got his name.

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Dr. Zorba and Karl look at a new study that shows how much lead we are eating in our food. Zorba helps out a caller with acid reflux, and he walks us through his recipe for Giant Challah Bread. We also talk about antibiotic ointments, and how Covid affects your taste buds The Grammar Cops chime in, we hear a classic mom joke, and a listener posits where Zorba got his name.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18319944 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0600 2091 covid, omeprozole, lead, acid reflux, cinnamon, challah bread, recipe, grammar cops, mom jokes, antibiotics, RSV 1 12 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba and Karl look at a new study that shows how much lead we are eating in our food. Zorba helps out a caller with acid reflux, and he walks us through his recipe for Giant Challah Bread. We also talk about antibiotic ointments, and how Covid affects your taste buds The Grammar Cops chime in, we hear a classic mom joke, and a listener posits where Zorba got his name. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Zorba's Holiday Gift Guide Zorba's Holiday Gift Guide Send Zorba a message!

Zorba and Karl offer up their favorite gifts and gadgets for the holiday season.

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Zorba and Karl offer up their favorite gifts and gadgets for the holiday season.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18317508 Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0600 793 Christmas, gift guide, holidays, gadgets, 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba and Karl offer up their favorite gifts and gadgets for the holiday season. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Catching up on sleep is good for the heart | Voice tremor | Exploding Head Syndrome | Sex Headaches | Urine Luck! Catching up on sleep is good for the heart | Voice tremor | Exploding Head Syndrome | Sex Headaches | Urine Luck! Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba and Karl look at a new study that shows catching up on sleep may be good for the heart. Zorba helps out a caller with her weak voice, and we discuss Exploding Head Syndrome (and Sex Headaches). We also learn about "The Pee Prophet" in our Quack Tales segment.

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Dr. Zorba and Karl look at a new study that shows catching up on sleep may be good for the heart. Zorba helps out a caller with her weak voice, and we discuss Exploding Head Syndrome (and Sex Headaches). We also learn about "The Pee Prophet" in our Quack Tales segment.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18285986 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0600 1089 1 11 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba and Karl look at a new study that shows catching up on sleep may be good for the heart. Zorba helps out a caller with her weak voice, and we discuss Exploding Head Syndrome (and Sex Headaches). We also learn about "The Pee Prophet" in our Quack Tales segment. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Zorba's Favorite Books of the Year Zorba's Favorite Books of the Year Send Zorba a message!

Zorba talks about his favorite books he read this year. And Karl talks about some movies he enjoyed.

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Zorba talks about his favorite books he read this year. And Karl talks about some movies he enjoyed.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18309835 Sun, 07 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0600 652 Christmas, books, book guide, book list, favorite books, holiday gift guide 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba talks about his favorite books he read this year. And Karl talks about some movies he enjoyed. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Thoughts on the CDC's claim that Covid vaccines are causing deaths Thoughts on the CDC's claim that Covid vaccines are causing deaths Send Zorba a message!

Zorba's thoughts on recent claims by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that COVID-19 vaccines caused the deaths of ten children.

(Recorded Dec 1, 2025)

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Zorba's thoughts on recent claims by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that COVID-19 vaccines caused the deaths of ten children.

(Recorded Dec 1, 2025)

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18279592 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0600 284 cdc, rfk, covid, vaccines, anti-vax, deaths, immunizations, covid-19 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba's thoughts on recent claims by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. that COVID-19 vaccines caused the deaths of ten children. (Recorded Dec 1, 2025) Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Breakthrough Study on Peanut Allergies | Fosamax & Osteoporosis | Mom Jokes | Which Statin to take? | Morton’s Neuroma | Grammar Cops Breakthrough Study on Peanut Allergies | Fosamax & Osteoporosis | Mom Jokes | Which Statin to take? | Morton’s Neuroma | Grammar Cops Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba and Karl look at an important new study about peanut allergies, and how we've been looking at this the wrong way. Zorba helps a caller out with osteoporosis, and he digs into which statin is best to take. We learn about Morton’s Neuroma, we hear a joke from Karl's mom, and the Grammar Cops take issue with Zorba's nut pronunciation.

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Dr. Zorba and Karl look at an important new study about peanut allergies, and how we've been looking at this the wrong way. Zorba helps a caller out with osteoporosis, and he digs into which statin is best to take. We learn about Morton’s Neuroma, we hear a joke from Karl's mom, and the Grammar Cops take issue with Zorba's nut pronunciation.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18246263 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0600 1621 1 10 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba and Karl look at an important new study about peanut allergies, and how we've been looking at this the wrong way. Zorba helps a caller out with osteoporosis, and he digs into which statin is best to take. We learn about Morton’s Neuroma, we hear a joke from Karl's mom, and the Grammar Cops take issue with Zorba's nut pronunciation. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Politicians are damaging public trust in science and immunizations Politicians are damaging public trust in science and immunizations Send Zorba a message!

Zorba's thoughts on recent efforts by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to link autism to common immunizations.

Zorba mentions a Dutch study that found no link between the MMR vaccine and autism. Here is that study:

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1124634/

(Recorded Nov 30 2025)

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Zorba's thoughts on recent efforts by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to link autism to common immunizations.

Zorba mentions a Dutch study that found no link between the MMR vaccine and autism. Here is that study:

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1124634/

(Recorded Nov 30 2025)

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]]> Buzzsprout-18279202 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0600 190 RFK, Robert F. Kennedy Jr, autism, vaccines, anti-vaccine, anti-vax, covid, CDC 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba's thoughts on recent efforts by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to link autism to common immunizations. Zorba mentions a Dutch study that found no link between the MMR vaccine and autism. Here is that study: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1124634/ (Recorded Nov 30 2025) Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Health, Happiness, and Gratitude on Thanksgiving Health, Happiness, and Gratitude on Thanksgiving Send Zorba a message!

Zorba shares his wisdom and well wishes for realizing a happy, healthy Thanksgiving. Plus some wise words from Ralph Waldo Emerson.

(Recorded November 25, 2025)

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Zorba shares his wisdom and well wishes for realizing a happy, healthy Thanksgiving. Plus some wise words from Ralph Waldo Emerson.

(Recorded November 25, 2025)

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18251496 Thu, 27 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0600 209 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Zorba shares his wisdom and well wishes for realizing a happy, healthy Thanksgiving. Plus some wise words from Ralph Waldo Emerson. (Recorded November 25, 2025) Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Screen time vs. Book reading | Acupuncture | The Original Snake Oil Salesman | Alcohol & back pain | CBD risks | Karl's Yellowstone trip Screen time vs. Book reading | Acupuncture | The Original Snake Oil Salesman | Alcohol & back pain | CBD risks | Karl's Yellowstone trip Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba and Karl look at a new study showing Americans spend less time reading for fun and more time on screens. Zorba talks about using acupuncture for balance issues. We learn about the OG snake oil salesman, and Zorba talks about alcohol use and back pain. Zorba also discusses a potential liver risk with using CBD products, and Karl shares his family road trip stories from Yellowstone (including a bizarre bee sting remedy).

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Dr. Zorba and Karl look at a new study showing Americans spend less time reading for fun and more time on screens. Zorba talks about using acupuncture for balance issues. We learn about the OG snake oil salesman, and Zorba talks about alcohol use and back pain. Zorba also discusses a potential liver risk with using CBD products, and Karl shares his family road trip stories from Yellowstone (including a bizarre bee sting remedy).

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18245921 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0600 1140 1 9 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba and Karl look at a new study showing Americans spend less time reading for fun and more time on screens. Zorba talks about using acupuncture for balance issues. We learn about the OG snake oil salesman, and Zorba talks about alcohol use and back pain. Zorba also discusses a potential liver risk with using CBD products, and Karl shares his family road trip stories from Yellowstone (including a bizarre bee sting remedy). Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Is Social Media making us dumber? | Sinus & sleep woes | Little Debbie returns! | When do babies see color? | Pizza, Jet lag & Self care Is Social Media making us dumber? | Sinus & sleep woes | Little Debbie returns! | When do babies see color? | Pizza, Jet lag & Self care Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba and Karl look at new research linking social media use to lower cognitive performance in preteens. Zorba helps a caller with breathing and sleep issues, helps a listener with sinusitis, and talks about black crust pizza and jet lag after a trip to India. Zorba talks about the importance of self care, illuminates us on when babies develop sight and start seeing in color, and we check in with our favorite ultra-processed snack cake buddy, Little Debbie!

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Dr. Zorba and Karl look at new research linking social media use to lower cognitive performance in preteens. Zorba helps a caller with breathing and sleep issues, helps a listener with sinusitis, and talks about black crust pizza and jet lag after a trip to India. Zorba talks about the importance of self care, illuminates us on when babies develop sight and start seeing in color, and we check in with our favorite ultra-processed snack cake buddy, Little Debbie!

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18172486 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0600 1503 1 8 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba and Karl look at new research linking social media use to lower cognitive performance in preteens. Zorba helps a caller with breathing and sleep issues, helps a listener with sinusitis, and talks about black crust pizza and jet lag after a trip to India. Zorba talks about the importance of self care, illuminates us on when babies develop sight and start seeing in color, and we check in with our favorite ultra-processed snack cake buddy, Little Debbie! Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Bonus Episode: Pharma Police - Generic drugs and what the FDA is hiding Bonus Episode: Pharma Police - Generic drugs and what the FDA is hiding Send Zorba a message!

ProPublica (an independent, non-profit news organization) recently reported on the FDA’s handling of potential safety issues concerning generic drugs we get from overseas manufacturers. Some of their findings include:

·     For decades, the FDA has blacked out the names of generic drugs on inspection reports for foreign factories that were found to have safety and quality violations. 

·     This has prevented patients, doctors, and pharmacists from knowing whether manufacturing failures have made medications ineffective or unsafe.

 You can find the ProPublica article here

(Recorded Nov 10, 2025)

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ProPublica (an independent, non-profit news organization) recently reported on the FDA’s handling of potential safety issues concerning generic drugs we get from overseas manufacturers. Some of their findings include:

·     For decades, the FDA has blacked out the names of generic drugs on inspection reports for foreign factories that were found to have safety and quality violations. 

·     This has prevented patients, doctors, and pharmacists from knowing whether manufacturing failures have made medications ineffective or unsafe.

 You can find the ProPublica article here

(Recorded Nov 10, 2025)

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]]> Buzzsprout-18177926 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0600 243 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! ProPublica (an independent, non-profit news organization) recently reported on the FDA’s handling of potential safety issues concerning generic drugs we get from overseas manufacturers. Some of their findings include: ·     For decades, the FDA has blacked out the names of generic drugs on inspection reports for foreign factories that were found to have safety and quality violations.  ·     This has prevented patients, doctors, and pharmacists from knowing whether manufacturing failures have made medications ineffective or unsafe.  You can find the ProPublica article here (Recorded Nov 10, 2025) Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Beta Blockers (the good & bad) | Sciatica relief | Sugar & Aging | Zorba gets corny! Beta Blockers (the good & bad) | Sciatica relief | Sugar & Aging | Zorba gets corny! Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba and Karl look at new research about how beta blockers may raise a heart risk for women (we also hear from Robert Downey Jr.). Zorba helps a caller with sciatica, and talks about how our sugar habits need to change as we age. Zorba walks us through his tried and true method for preparing and storing corn so it stays tasty all winter long.

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Dr. Zorba and Karl look at new research about how beta blockers may raise a heart risk for women (we also hear from Robert Downey Jr.). Zorba helps a caller with sciatica, and talks about how our sugar habits need to change as we age. Zorba walks us through his tried and true method for preparing and storing corn so it stays tasty all winter long.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18111974 Wed, 12 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0600 1072 1 7 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba and Karl look at new research about how beta blockers may raise a heart risk for women (we also hear from Robert Downey Jr.). Zorba helps a caller with sciatica, and talks about how our sugar habits need to change as we age. Zorba walks us through his tried and true method for preparing and storing corn so it stays tasty all winter long. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Bonus Episode: Is Melatonin use linked to heart failure? Bonus Episode: Is Melatonin use linked to heart failure? Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba Paster's thoughts on a new study that links long-term use of the popular sleep aid melatonin, to heart failure. Is it good science...or clickbait?

(Recorded November 7, 2025)

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Dr. Zorba Paster's thoughts on a new study that links long-term use of the popular sleep aid melatonin, to heart failure. Is it good science...or clickbait?

(Recorded November 7, 2025)

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18150344 Fri, 07 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0600 236 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba Paster's thoughts on a new study that links long-term use of the popular sleep aid melatonin, to heart failure. Is it good science...or clickbait? (Recorded November 7, 2025) Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Can cannabis reduce back pain? | Gut health | Turmeric benefits | Insomnia | Shingles | Grammar Cops & Mom Jokes Can cannabis reduce back pain? | Gut health | Turmeric benefits | Insomnia | Shingles | Grammar Cops & Mom Jokes Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba and Karl look at two new studies that show cannabis products can help with back pain. Zorba takes a call about a special turmeric drink, and helps listeners with insomnia, gut health issues, and advice on shingles. They also hear a mom joke and get a visit from the newly badged Grammar Cops.

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Dr. Zorba and Karl look at two new studies that show cannabis products can help with back pain. Zorba takes a call about a special turmeric drink, and helps listeners with insomnia, gut health issues, and advice on shingles. They also hear a mom joke and get a visit from the newly badged Grammar Cops.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18105937 Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0600 1684 grammar cops, grammar police, cannabis, marijuana, gabapentin, shingles, Turmeric, insomnia 1 6 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba and Karl look at two new studies that show cannabis products can help with back pain. Zorba takes a call about a special turmeric drink, and helps listeners with insomnia, gut health issues, and advice on shingles. They also hear a mom joke and get a visit from the newly badged Grammar Cops. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Bonus Episode: RSV - What you need to know Bonus Episode: RSV - What you need to know Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba Paster on the RSV outbreak and what you need to know about the different vaccines available.

(Recorded November 2, 2025)

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Dr. Zorba Paster on the RSV outbreak and what you need to know about the different vaccines available.

(Recorded November 2, 2025)

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18124152 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0600 262 rsv, outbreak, vaccines, antivax, respiratory illness, respiratory syncytial virus 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba Paster on the RSV outbreak and what you need to know about the different vaccines available. (Recorded November 2, 2025) Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Overcoming Fear | Swimmer's itch | Acupressure | Quackery | Chocolate chip cookies! Overcoming Fear | Swimmer's itch | Acupressure | Quackery | Chocolate chip cookies! Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba and Karl look at new research about the brain mechanism that help us overcome fear. Zorba gives a caller advice about dealing with swimmer's itch. Zorba tries out Karl's acupressure mat (on the show). They talk about how parents used to calm their children back in the day (booze and opium). And Zorba shares his favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe.

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Dr. Zorba and Karl look at new research about the brain mechanism that help us overcome fear. Zorba gives a caller advice about dealing with swimmer's itch. Zorba tries out Karl's acupressure mat (on the show). They talk about how parents used to calm their children back in the day (booze and opium). And Zorba shares his favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18056277 Wed, 29 Oct 2025 15:00:00 -0500 1180 acupressure, swimmer's itch, quackery, fear, cookies, chocolate chip cookies 1 5 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba and Karl look at new research about the brain mechanism that help us overcome fear. Zorba gives a caller advice about dealing with swimmer's itch. Zorba tries out Karl's acupressure mat (on the show). They talk about how parents used to calm their children back in the day (booze and opium). And Zorba shares his favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Are Doctors overusing AI? | Varicose vein help | Dealing with a difficult doctor | Mom Jokes Are Doctors overusing AI? | Varicose vein help | Dealing with a difficult doctor | Mom Jokes Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba and Karl discuss if doctors are relying too much on artificial intelligence for screenings. Zorba gives a caller advice about dealing with her varicose veins. Zorba helps a listener with how to deal with her new doctor who is being difficult. Karl shares a mom joke...from his mom. And Zorba takes a Grammatical Sabbatical.

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Dr. Zorba and Karl discuss if doctors are relying too much on artificial intelligence for screenings. Zorba gives a caller advice about dealing with her varicose veins. Zorba helps a listener with how to deal with her new doctor who is being difficult. Karl shares a mom joke...from his mom. And Zorba takes a Grammatical Sabbatical.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18017563 Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1385 1 4 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba and Karl discuss if doctors are relying too much on artificial intelligence for screenings. Zorba gives a caller advice about dealing with her varicose veins. Zorba helps a listener with how to deal with her new doctor who is being difficult. Karl shares a mom joke...from his mom. And Zorba takes a Grammatical Sabbatical. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Zorba's Update from Tibet - Acts of Gratitude | New computers for Tibetan children Zorba's Update from Tibet - Acts of Gratitude | New computers for Tibetan children Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba Paster gives an update about his ongoing work providing new computers for children at the Tibetan Children's Villages in Dharamshala, India. He also talks about how acts of gratitude can be good for our health.

(Recorded October 14, 2025)

Zero TB in Tibetan Kids project (Zorba is an advisor)

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Dr. Zorba Paster gives an update about his ongoing work providing new computers for children at the Tibetan Children's Villages in Dharamshala, India. He also talks about how acts of gratitude can be good for our health.

(Recorded October 14, 2025)

Zero TB in Tibetan Kids project (Zorba is an advisor)

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-18017323 Fri, 17 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0500 251 Tibet, tb, India, Dali, 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba Paster gives an update about his ongoing work providing new computers for children at the Tibetan Children's Villages in Dharamshala, India. He also talks about how acts of gratitude can be good for our health. (Recorded October 14, 2025) Zero TB in Tibetan Kids project (Zorba is an advisor) Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Does mushroom coffee improve memory? | Seasonal Affective Disorder | Vaccines | Rat poison for runners | Zorba's dinner party tip Does mushroom coffee improve memory? | Seasonal Affective Disorder | Vaccines | Rat poison for runners | Zorba's dinner party tip Send Zorba a message!

A listener asks Dr. Zorba if mushroom coffee improves memory,  he offers up tips for combating Seasonal Affective Disorder, and he reveals why vaccines are so expensive. Zorba and Karl talk about the 1904 Olympics and why some coaches were giving their runners rat poison, and Zorba reveals his #1 tip for making your dinner party a smashing success.

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A listener asks Dr. Zorba if mushroom coffee improves memory,  he offers up tips for combating Seasonal Affective Disorder, and he reveals why vaccines are so expensive. Zorba and Karl talk about the 1904 Olympics and why some coaches were giving their runners rat poison, and Zorba reveals his #1 tip for making your dinner party a smashing success.

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]]> https://www.doctorzorba.org Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-17972385 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0500 961 1904 olympics, rat poison, vaccines, anti-vax, SAD, seasonal affective disorder, light box, mushroom coffee, memory, Zorba's dinner party, 1 3 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! A listener asks Dr. Zorba if mushroom coffee improves memory,  he offers up tips for combating Seasonal Affective Disorder, and he reveals why vaccines are so expensive. Zorba and Karl talk about the 1904 Olympics and why some coaches were giving their runners rat poison, and Zorba reveals his #1 tip for making your dinner party a smashing success. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Bonus Episode: Covid-19 & MMR Vaccines - CDC Committee's New Recommendations (Dr. Zorba's Rapid Response) Bonus Episode: Covid-19 & MMR Vaccines - CDC Committee's New Recommendations (Dr. Zorba's Rapid Response) Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba Paster responds to the CDC committee's (The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices) new recommendations regarding MMR and Covid-19 vaccines.

(Recorded October 9, 2025)

WATCH: Dr. Paster on CNN Newsroom with Paula Newton talking about doctors navigating partisan divides, and the politicization of healthcare.

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Dr. Zorba Paster responds to the CDC committee's (The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices) new recommendations regarding MMR and Covid-19 vaccines.

(Recorded October 9, 2025)

WATCH: Dr. Paster on CNN Newsroom with Paula Newton talking about doctors navigating partisan divides, and the politicization of healthcare.

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-17984995 Thu, 09 Oct 2025 15:00:00 -0500 494 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba Paster responds to the CDC committee's (The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices) new recommendations regarding MMR and Covid-19 vaccines. (Recorded October 9, 2025) WATCH: Dr. Paster on CNN Newsroom with Paula Newton talking about doctors navigating partisan divides, and the politicization of healthcare. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Importance of Eye Contact | Prilosec and your teeth | Smelly Feet remedy | Should you take Collagen? Importance of Eye Contact | Prilosec and your teeth | Smelly Feet remedy | Should you take Collagen? Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba and Karl discuss research about the importance of eye contact between parents and babies, as well as adults. They take a listener phone call about a dentist suggesting Prilosec. Zorba answers voicemails about smelly feet and if collagen is good to take. Karl shares a mom joke...from his mom. And Zorba goes on a Grammatical Sabbatical.

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Dr. Zorba and Karl discuss research about the importance of eye contact between parents and babies, as well as adults. They take a listener phone call about a dentist suggesting Prilosec. Zorba answers voicemails about smelly feet and if collagen is good to take. Karl shares a mom joke...from his mom. And Zorba goes on a Grammatical Sabbatical.

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]]> https://www.doctorzorba.org Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-17966148 Wed, 08 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0500 1555 Prilosec, eye contact, dental health, mom jokes, grammar police, smelly feet, parental advice, Omeprazole, teeth 1 2 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba and Karl discuss research about the importance of eye contact between parents and babies, as well as adults. They take a listener phone call about a dentist suggesting Prilosec. Zorba answers voicemails about smelly feet and if collagen is good to take. Karl shares a mom joke...from his mom. And Zorba goes on a Grammatical Sabbatical. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Bonus Episode: Tylenol & Autism Link (Dr. Zorba's Rapid Response) Bonus Episode: Tylenol & Autism Link (Dr. Zorba's Rapid Response) Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba Paster responds to The White House press release with links to scientific studies claiming that the use of acetaminophen (Tylenol), during pregnancy causes autism.

(Recorded October 2, 2025)

Dr. Paster on CNN Newsroom with Paula Newton talking about doctors navigating partisan divides, and the politicization of healthcare. 

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Dr. Zorba Paster responds to The White House press release with links to scientific studies claiming that the use of acetaminophen (Tylenol), during pregnancy causes autism.

(Recorded October 2, 2025)

Dr. Paster on CNN Newsroom with Paula Newton talking about doctors navigating partisan divides, and the politicization of healthcare. 

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]]> Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-17947636 Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0500 360 autism, Tylenol, autism and tylenol link, acetaminophen, RFK, anti-science, 1 bonus false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba Paster responds to The White House press release with links to scientific studies claiming that the use of acetaminophen (Tylenol), during pregnancy causes autism. (Recorded October 2, 2025) Dr. Paster on CNN Newsroom with Paula Newton talking about doctors navigating partisan divides, and the politicization of healthcare.  Watch interview: https://youtu.be/8OxtG5X9UJs Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Acupuncture for pain relief | Best Vitamin D to take | Medical Quackery | Fake Viagra | Zorba's Dinner Party Paella Acupuncture for pain relief | Best Vitamin D to take | Medical Quackery | Fake Viagra | Zorba's Dinner Party Paella Send Zorba a message!

Dr. Zorba takes a listener phone call about using acupuncture for pain relief (due to a Tilt-a-Whirl accident), he tells us what kind of Vitamin D to take, and he debunks some medical quackery. He also talks about his recent dinner party where he made his famous Paella, and warns us about fake Viagra.

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Dr. Zorba takes a listener phone call about using acupuncture for pain relief (due to a Tilt-a-Whirl accident), he tells us what kind of Vitamin D to take, and he debunks some medical quackery. He also talks about his recent dinner party where he made his famous Paella, and warns us about fake Viagra.

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]]> https://www.doctorzorba.org Dr. Zorba Paster Buzzsprout-17773270 Wed, 01 Oct 2025 03:00:00 -0500 1079 paella, quackery, vitamin d, Pliny the elder, acupuncture, pain, dinner party, fake viagra 1 1 full false Wisconsin Public RadioSend Zorba a message! Dr. Zorba takes a listener phone call about using acupuncture for pain relief (due to a Tilt-a-Whirl accident), he tells us what kind of Vitamin D to take, and he debunks some medical quackery. He also talks about his recent dinner party where he made his famous Paella, and warns us about fake Viagra. Support the show Production, edit, and music by Karl Christenson Send your question to Dr. Zorba (he loves to help!):Phone: 608-492-9292 (call anytime)Email: askdoctorzorba@gmail.comWeb: www.doctorzorba.org Stay well! Welcome to Stay Well with Dr. Zorba Paster - (Trailer) Welcome to Stay Well with Dr. Zorba Paster - (Trailer) Send Zorba a message!

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