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The Antisocial Doctors Podcast
Join Dr. Rebecca Berens & Dr. Sonia Singh as they unpack viral health trends with curiosity, nuance, and compassion. No snark, no shame —just thoughtful conversations about what’s true, what’s hype, why we're drawn to it and how to find calm and clarity in the chaos of social media and online health advice.
Episodes
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Episode 25: Are Thermography & QT Ultrasounds Good Alternatives To Mammograms?
In part two of our breast cancer screening series, we explore why "alternatives" to mammography—like thermography and QT ultrasound imaging—are suddenly…
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Episode 24: Are Mammograms Doing More Harm Than Good?
In this episode of The Anti-Social Doctors Podcast, we kick off a two-part, hot topic: mammograms—specifically, the claims circulating online that mammograms…
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Episode 23: Is Tracking Body Composition Actually Helpful?
In this episode of The Anti-Social Doctors Podcast, we dig into why body composition testing is suddenly everywhere—from gyms to clinics—and why it’s sparking…
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Episode 22: Are NAD Supplements Worth Trying?
In this episode, we dig into the viral buzz around NAD+ and its precursors and ask the big question: are supplements or IV “drips” actually worth it? We share…
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Episode 21: Is Continuous Glucose Monitoring Actually Helpful?
In this episode, we dig into the hype around continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and why they’ve suddenly become a wellness must-have. We share real patient…
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Episode 20: Are We Addicted To Social Media?
In this episode, we dig into the question of whether social media can be addictive—and why this conversation is accelerating now. We start with a recent…
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Episode 19: Should We be Deprescribing More SSRIs?
In this episode, we discuss the viral push to “de-prescribe” SSRIs. We outline common claims (overprescribing, lifelong use, “addiction,” inadequate withdrawal…
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Episode 18: Is Fibermaxxing Worth It?
In this episode, we dive into why fiber is having a viral moment on social media and what can get lost when “maxing” any nutrient becomes the goal. Using real…
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Episode 17: Should We All Be Taking Creatine?
In this episode, we talk about why creatine is suddenly everywhere on social media and why patients are asking about it for everything from brain fog and mood…
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Episode 16: Why Is PCOS Now Called PMOS?
In this episode, we talk about the viral name change from PCOS to PMOS and why it’s sparking so much conversation online. We share why this shift feels…
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Episode 15: Do Fitness Tracking Watches & Rings Actually Make Us Healthier?
In this episode, we explore the hype and reality behind wearables like Oura Rings, Apple Watches, Fitbits, and other fitness trackers, using real patient…
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Episode 14: Can A Blood Test Really Detect 50+ Cancers?
In this episode, we discuss the viral rise of multi-cancer early detection blood tests (MCEDs) that claim to screen for 50+ cancers with a single blood draw…
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Episode 13: Are GLP-1s a Miracle, a Mistake, or Something More Complicated?
In this episode, we dive into the GLP-1 conversation that’s everywhere—between “miracle drug” hype, scary side-effect stories, and the stigma that comes with…
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Episode 12: What's the Deal With Peptides?
In this episode, we dig into peptides—why they’re suddenly everywhere, why people are trying them, and why the online conversation often feels worlds apart…
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Episode 11: How Much Protein Do We Really Need?
In this episode, we dive into the current obsession with protein—why it’s everywhere, why people feel pressure to hit high daily targets, and how even official…
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Episode 10: Lessons & Themes - What We've Learned So Far
In this episode, we reflect on the biggest themes that kept showing up across our first batch of episodes and how researching health trends on social media has…
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Episode 9: Should We Be Getting Full Body MRIs?
In this episode, we dig into the viral trend of full-body MRIs and why so many people are drawn to them—especially in an era of rising health anxiety…
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Episode 8: Is the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) Diet Helpful?
In this episode, we talk about why the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) diet is trending—especially alongside new U.S. dietary guidelines—and what makes highly…
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Episode 7: Are We All In Perimenopause?
In this episode we discuss why perimenopause has become a major social media trend, the truth behind it, and where messaging can slide from empowerment into…
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Episode 6: Is it Helpful to Know #WhatIEatInADay?
In this episode we ask whether “#WhatIEatInADay” videos are actually helpful. We unpack the implicit health and identity claims these posts make, why they’ve…
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Episode 5: Should We All Be Switching to Clean Beauty?
In this episode of the Antisocial Doctors Podcast, we talk about the viral “clean beauty” movement and why it has so many of us questioning what we put on our…
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Episode 4: Do I Need A Full Thyroid Panel?
In this episode of the Antisocial Doctors Podcast, hosts Dr. Sonia Singh and Dr. Rebecca Berens delve into the intricacies of thyroid testing, discussing the…
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A Brief Intro: Who Are We & Why Are We Antisocial?
We’re Sonia Singh, MD (Internal Medicine) and Rebecca Berens, MD (Family Medicine) — direct primary care physicians, moms, and humans navigating health…
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Episode 1: Is Social Media Making Us Unwell?
Most people now encounter health advice on social media — and many act on it. In this episode, we examine why people turn to these platforms, how algorithms…
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Episode 2: Are Birth Control Pills Really Bad for You?
A viral narrative suggests birth control pills are used as a band-aid and cause long-term harm. In this episode, we unpack where that belief comes from and…
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Episode 3: What's Wrong with Eating Clean?
“Clean eating” is widely promoted as the key to health — but it has no clear definition. In this episode, we explore why this idea resonates, how it moralizes…
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Trailer: Introducing The Antisocial Doctors Podcast
Enjoy this sneak peak of what's in store! The Anti-Social Doctors Podcast is the antidote to the algorithm - a salve for the anxiety, stress, guilt, shame, and…