MICROBIOME: March 2024 podcast playlist

Discover the fascinating world of the Human Microbiome – the ecosystem that resides within and on our bodies. This month, our podcast playlist explores the secrets behind this intricate relationship, and how it influences our health, immunity, and overall well-being. It digs into the latest research, groundbreaking discoveries, and practical tips to unleash the power of your microbiome for a healthier, happier you.

This playlist was curated by Jules, a member of the Chicago chapter of Podcast Brunch Club.

Podcast Playlist on THE MICROBIOME

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Discovery: “Our Microbes and Our Health” (March 2023, 49 min)
We are a teeming mass of interconnected microbes and the impact of this microscopic universe on our health, our minds, even our moods, is profound.
Radio Health Journal: “Gut Feeling: The Trillions Of Bacteria In Charge Of Our Immune System” (November 2022, 14 min)
Trillions of bacteria live in our gut, creating an intricate system called the ‘gut microbiome.’ Dr. Robynne Chutkan, a gastroenterologist, explains how this network is a crucial component to our immune system. She also offers step-by-step guidance on how to strengthen your own microbiome.
Depression Detox Show | Daily Inspirational Talks: “447 | Robynne Chutkan M.D: “Eat Food, Not Too Much, Mostly Plants.”” (February 2023, 12 min)
Gut Doctor Robynne Chutkan M.D makes her first appearance on the show to share new and emerging research about our food’s impact on your gut and mental health.
The Hormone Prescription with Dr. Kyrin Dunston: “Understanding The Key Of Your Oral Microbiome For Better Health” (September 2022, 33 min)
We all know that our gut health is important for our overall health, but did you know that our oral microbiome is just as important? In fact, research has shown that there is a strong link between our oral health and our overall health.
Learn Skin with Dr. Raja and Dr. Hadar: “Episode 142: What’s the Buzz with the Skin Microbiome? Using the Right Skin Care Products to Maintain a Balanced Skin Microbiome & Moisture Barrier with Burt’s Bees” (November 2022, 26 min)
Burt’s Bees’ Dr. Hemali Gunt digs into the microbiome. She discusses the role of the skin microbiome, its importance in maintaining a healthy skin barrier, and the impact skin care products can have on the skin’s microbial environment.
Bonus podcast episodes:

• ZOE Science & Nutrition: “Gut microbiome testing: What can it reveal about your health?” (September 2023, 1 hr 3 min)
  Your gut microbiome, a bustling community of microorganisms, is a vital player in your overall health. It doesn’t just impact your digestive system — it has a profound influence on your brain health and well-being. However, the gut microbiome is a complex, long misunderstood realm, and figuring out how it affects daily life can leave even the most dedicated health enthusiasts scratching their heads.
• Science Weekly: “Could faecal transplants be the next frontier in health?” (March 2023, 16 min)
  Madeleine Finlay hears from science correspondent Linda Geddes about her experience becoming a faecal transplant donor, how getting a dose of someone else’s gut bacteria could treat illnesses like arthritis, diabetes and cancer, and asks whether a pill made from poo is an idea we are ready to swallow.
• The Evening Runway with Elliott Danker, Timothy Go and Chua Tian Tian: “Under the Radar: Southeast Asia’s first and only precision gut microbiome company AMILI on business verticals of microbiome sequencing and intervention” (June 2023, 24 min)
  A discussion about studying the microorganisms in our gut and developing solutions to address health issues and developing probiotics supplements.

Conversation Starter Questions:

1. What was the most surprising fact you learned about the microbiome?
2. How has your perspective changed on the role of your microbiome?
3. Would you ever consider getting a fecal transplant, or being a donor?
4. How do you feel about the fact that you have bacteria, fungi, parasites, viruses, and more living in and on your body?
5. Are you likely to change medications, supplements, or diet to support your microbiome?
6. Would you get your microbiome tested? What do you think you would learn?