Healthy Matters - with Dr. David Hilden – Details, episodes & analysis

12/21/25

The Healthy Matters Podcast

S05_E06 - From Low-T to ED, We’re Talking Men’s Sexual Health

With Special Guest: Dr. Travis Pagliara

Some of the most common health concerns for men are also the hardest to talk about. Erectile dysfunction, testosterone changes, and urinary leakage can quietly affect confidence, relationships, and quality of life--yet many people assume they're just part of aging or something to ignore. Truth is, these are medical issues, and understanding them can make a significant difference. Today, we're discussing it openly on the latest episode of the podcast.

If you’ve been quietly wondering, “Is this just part of getting older?”—you’re not alone. Men’s sexual and urinary health issues are common, treatable, and nothing to be embarrassed about. On Episode 6 of our show, Dr. Hilden sits down with urologist Dr. Travis Pagliara for a candid, stigma-free conversation about men's sexual and urinary health. We'll cover what is normal, what's not, how common these issues are, how common they are, who they affect, and the wide range of treatment options available. Plus, when is the right time to talk to a doctor, and why early conversations matter. 

This is no doubt a sensitive subject for some, but an amazing thing about our show is that you can get wise with us, without making anyone else the wiser. We've got a great expert guest today, so we hope you'll join us!

Got healthcare questions or ideas for future shows?
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Call - 612-873-TALK (8255)

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12/07/25

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S05_E05 - Antibiotics - When They're Strong vs. When They're Wrong

With Special Guest: Dr. Caitlin Eccles-Radtke

Antibiotics have been around for almost a century, in that time they've been responsible for saving countless lives - in both humans and in livestock.  But these meds have gone from medical marvels to "use with caution" in recent times.  But what's driving this change?  When are antibiotics actually called for and when are they ineffective?  And what's the latest on these antibiotic resistant superbugs?

Antibiotics have stirred up some big conversations recently, and on Episode 5 of our show, we'll be joined by infectious disease expert Dr. Caitlin Eccles-Radtke to explore the myths, mishaps, and mind-blowing discoveries shaping antibiotic use today.  Wanna know why your doctor side-eyes unnecessary Z-packs?  This episode breaks it all down.  Join us!

Got healthcare questions or ideas for future shows?
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Call - 612-873-TALK (8255)

Get a preview of upcoming shows on social media and find out more about our show at www.healthymatters.org.

07/20/25

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S04_E20 - Sweet Talk: Decoding Diabetes

With Special Guest:  Dr. Allison Estrada, MD

Think about this:  1 in every 10 Americans is living with Diabetes in one form or another.  It's one of the most common chronic conditions today, and it's a condition that's often misunderstood and easily oversimplified.  Diabetes isn’t just about sugar—it’s about science, lifestyle, and the small decisions that shape our health every day.  But who's most at risk?  Is it at all reversible?  Can GLP1 drugs actually help?  And is cream always a bad idea?

The truth is, it's a complicated subject since there are many types and origins of the condition, and on Episode 20, we'll untangle it with one of our top docs at Hennepin Healthcare - endocrinologist Dr. Allison Estrada.  We'll dig in to how diabetes develops, what happens in the body, and why early detection and consistent management are essential.  From diagnosis to treatment options and the latest help from the pharmacy - this is a great chance to get wise on a condition that's simply all too common in our society.  We hope you'll join us!

Here's a great resource for more information:

https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes-prevention/index.html

We're open to your comments or ideas for future shows!
Email - healthymatters@hcmed.org
Call - 612-873-TALK (8255)

Get a preview of upcoming shows on social media and find out more about our show at www.healthymatters.org.

01/23/22

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Episode - 4 - The Inside Scoop on Addictions - from an Addiction Medicine Specialist

Drugs.  Alcohol. Shopping.  Sex. Caffeine. Tobacco.  Overeating. The list goes on...  

Why do some people become addicts, and some don't?

Join Dr. Hilden and special guest Dr. Charlie Reznikoff, addiction medicine specialist at Hennepin Healthcare, for an inside look at addictions.  Learn about the use and abuse of opioids in medicine, the impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on the opioid crisis, and discover a very surprising link between the two.  Plus hear answers to listener questions in an impromptu session of Hilden's House Calls.

Got a question for the doctor?  Or an idea for a show?  Contact us!

Email - healthymatters@hcmed.org

Call - 612-873-TALK (8255)

Twitter - @drdavidhilden

Find out more at www.healthymatters.org

01/09/22
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Episode - 3 - Hilden's House Calls - An AMA with the MD MPH FACP

Why does it hurt when I do this?  Will my hair ever grow back?  What is that ringing in my ears?

We've all got questions for the doctor, and now you have a doctor for all of those questions!

Apparently there's been a bug going around for the past couple years and Dr. Hilden addresses your questions and concerns regarding COVID-19 with the most up-to-date knowledge.  Get the latest on the new variant and best practices for staying safe as well as insights on other pressing healthcare topics.

Got a question for the doctor?  Or an idea for a show?  Contact us!

Email - healthymatters@hcmed.org
Call - 612-873-TALK (8255)
Twitter - @drdavidhilden
Find out more at www.healthymatters.org

01/04/22
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Episode 2 - Inspiring Hospital Tales and the Hazards of Black Licorice

Hear inside stories about healthcare from the front lines of a safety net hospital in Hennepin County.  Join Dr. Hilden and his guest, practicing physician and Chief Academic Officer Dr. Meghan Walsh, as they share the most inspiring patient cases that have stuck with them over the years - from the heartbreaking to the joyful.  And as a bonus, learn about the hazards of black licorice!

Got a question for the doctor?  Or an idea for a show?  Contact us!
Email - healthymatters@hcmed.org
Call - 612-873-TALK (8255)
Twitter - @drdavidhilden
Find out more at www.healthymatters.org

01/04/22
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Episode 1 - From Barcodes to Beta Blockers - Welcome to the Healthy Matters Podcast!

Welcome to the Healthy Matters Podcast, with host Dr. David Hilden.

Get to know the doctor as he takes you on the nickel tour of the podcast (for free!).

From a nerdy barcode engineer to a top physician at a premier safety net hospital in downtown Minneapolis, Dr. Hilden introduces the aims and origins of this podcast and his storied career in Medicine.

Got a question for the doctor?  Or an idea for a show?  Contact us!
Email - healthymatters@hcmed.org
Call - 612-873-TALK (8255)
Twitter - @drdavidhilden
Find out more at www.healthymatters.org

Welcome to The Healthy Matters Podcast!

Join host Dr. David Hilden (MD, MPH, FACP) as he covers all things health, healthcare and what matters to you.

Got a question for the doctor?   Feel free to reach out at any of the following:

Email:  healthymatters@hcmed.org
Call:  612-873-TALK (8255)
Twitter:  @DrDavidHilden

We look forward to building on the success of our storied radio talk show (13 years!) with our new podcast. 

In the meantime, be healthy, and be well!

07/06/25

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S04_E19 - Hunger, Health, and Hope: Tackling Food Insecurity

With Special Guests:  Dr. Dianna Cutts, MD, and Amy Harris

It’s pretty hard to concentrate, work, or pretty much do anything while you’re hungry.  And while, for many of us, hunger is a passing moment, there are far too many children and adults living with this as a daily reality.  Food insecurity extends well beyond the physical effects of being hungry.  It can be a major stressor on the daily lives of kids in school, their parents, and our society as a whole.  Hunger, the world over, is a critical issue, and in our first-world, modern American society, this definitely merits a deeper look.

On this episode of our show, we’ll dig into the complexities of it with the help of two special guests from Hennepin Healthcare. Dr. Diana Cutts is the Chair of Pediatrics and a nationally recognized leader on the subject, and Amy Harris is the Population Health Program Director and a champion of building healthier communities.  We’ll go over everything from the impacts food insecurity has on both children and parents, and how those effects play out in our society as a whole.  We’ll also talk about the stress it causes on families, the importance of bringing it to the fore in a clinical setting, and what can be done to help at an individual, community, state, and even national level.  Food and nutrition are essential for human survival, so it’s safe to say food security is essential for the survival of our society.  We hope you’ll join us.

We're open to your comments or ideas for future shows!
Email - healthymatters@hcmed.org
Call - 612-873-TALK (8255)

Here are some links to organizations that make a difference if you want to see how you can help:

Feeding America: MN

Second Harvest Heartland

Hennepin Healthcare Foundation

Get a preview of upcoming shows on social media and find out more about our show at www.healthymatters.org.

06/22/25

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S04_E18 - The ABCs of COPD

With Special Guest:  Dr. Caroline Davis, MD

Did you know that 6.5% of Americans have physician-diagnosed Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?  That's a pretty staggering statistic...  You might think that people get it from smoking, and well, you'd be right.  But that's not the only thing that can cause it!  COPD is a disease of the airways where people have difficulty getting air out  of there lungs.  But why is that an issue?  Who's most likely to be afflicted with this condition?  And best yet, how can you avoid it altogether?

Joining us on Episode 18 of our show is Dr. Caroline Davis, a pulmonologist at Hennepin Healthcare, and just the expert to help us get to the bottom of some of these questions.  We'll go over the common causes of COPD, who's at risk, the current and future treatments available, and how this condition differs from other afflictions, like emphysema and asthma.  COPD can be a serious disease, but there are a lot great treatments available, and believe us when we say that at the end of this episode, you'll be breathing a little easier.  Join us!

We're open to your comments or ideas for future shows!
Email - healthymatters@hcmed.org
Call - 612-873-TALK (8255)

Get a preview of upcoming shows on social media and find out more about our show at www.healthymatters.org.