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World Health Investigation Podcast

Welcome to our new-wave global health community that tells it like it is! We promote health equity and unpack the most controversial health and social issues using well-rounded research. Join this new-wave global health community.

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19:28

It’s Not “Just Hormones”: Why Women’s Health Still...

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2026/03/28

Send us Fan Mail In honour of Women’s History Month, we unpack endometriosis, PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome), menopause and why women’s pain is still dismissed, delayed, and under-researched. We look into funding failures, the gender bias built into medicine, and why women’s health is still treated like a footnote. Key sources: Endometriosis affects ~10% of women/AFAB globally — WHO. WHO: Endometriosis facts including prevalence and symptomsUK data: Diagnosis ~8 yrs 10 mo; GP visits & d...

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26:49

“Fat people can’t do pilates”: Ozempic and Fatphobia

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2026/03/01

Send a text Weight loss drugs are changing what’s medically possible, but are they changing what we expect from bodies too? In this episode, we unpack obesity, GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, and the tension between public health and fatphobia. We discuss whether these medications address a global health crisis, or if they are just reshaping weight stigma with better branding. Enjoyed the episode? Please leave a like, comment or subscribe :) Key sources: World Health Organiza...

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17:13

I Saw It on TikTok: How Algorithms Are Fueling...

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2026/01/31

Send us a text In this episode, we unpack how TikTokers, WhatsApp aunty group chats, and everyone in between use social media for health advice. We explore how misinformation, overconfidence, and anti-intellectualism are turning opinions into “facts.” From TikTok doctors to vaccine myths, we ask when influencers replaced experts, why trust in science is collapsing, and who is actually paying the price. Key sources: 1. Pew Research Center (2024). Social Media Fact Sheet. https://www.pewresea...

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16:35

Incels (Involuntary celibates): How Online Loneliness...

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2025/12/20

Involuntary celibates, sketchy algorithms and gender wars. In this episode, we break down the world of incels and dig into why some men get sucked in, and how communities can stop the radicalisation. These networks give a fake sense of community, endorse misogyny and link to serious mental health issues like depression and suicidal thoughts. Sources: 1. Predicting Harm Among Incels – UK Home Office, 2023: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/predicting-harm-among-incels-inv...

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30:00

Was the U.S. Lowkey Justified in Pulling Aid? The...

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2025/10/19

When the U.S. froze global health aid, chaos followed — layoffs, stalled programs, and a whole lot of political drama. But was the U.S. lowkey justified in pulling out? 👀 In this episode, we unpack America’s messy breakup with global health. Expect debate, a crash course on global health funding, and a few hot takes on aid, power, and who really benefits when the money stops flowing. Key Sources: Reevaluating and Realigning United States Foreign Aid -

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21:53

AI, Big Tech, and the Global Health Trade-Offs We...

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2025/08/30

AI isn’t your therapist, your saviour, or your shortcut to a healthier world. So why is Big Tech selling it like it is? In this episode, we ask the messy, uncomfortable questions: Who pays the price for innovation? What happens when Big Tech plants massive data centres in countries facing drought? And is AI a lifesaving tool… or just the newest form of digital colonisation? Key sources: Your ChatGPT privacy questions answered. A guide for students (and everyone else) using ChatGPT – htt...

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21:02

Wellness Culture Lied to You: How to *Actually* Be...

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2025/07/12

Feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or struggling to adopt healthy habits, even when you’re “doing all the right things”? You’re not alone, Globies. Season 4 starts with a reality check: wellness isn’t just yoga mats and green juice. We’re digging into burnout, daily routines, and the hidden forces that shape your health, like your postcode. We’re mixing vibes with verified research, sass with stats, and giving you the unfiltered truth about what it actually takes to live a healthy lifestyle in 2...

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13:39

The Impact of Religious Leaders on Health: Part II

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2024/04/27

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38:36

The Impact of Religious Leaders on Health: Unveiling...

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2024/03/23

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33:02

"Bureaucracy in Health and Welfare systems: A Film...

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2024/01/27

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30:31

Drama with Purpose: Unpacking MTV Shuga Naija Season...

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2023/12/30

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36:43

Bridging the Wealth Gap: Can Capitalism Deliver?

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2023/10/28

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5:41

Our Story - our mics are ready, are you?

World Health Investigation Podcast ·

2023/08/26

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65:31

Should you sell your organs? Is it a win-win or a...

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2023/07/29

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64:06

Beneath the surface: Confronting sexual and...

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2023/06/24

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79:25

TransTalk: Breaking boundaries in transgender health...

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2023/05/27

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57:49

“Simply put, they are lying” - Greenwashing, climate...

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2022/12/15

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101:38

Should we legalise ALL drugs? The ‘war on drugs’,...

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2022/11/26

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47:51

No shame in the game - erectile dysfunction, prostate...

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2022/11/19

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62:54

Should ALL countries have an OBLIGATION to welcome...

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2022/11/12

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