Explore every episode of the podcast Rumor vs Truth - Evidence‑Based Mythbusting for Healthcare Professionals
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| Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopause | 20 Jan 2026 | 00:27:01 | |
Hot flashes or cool facts… are menopause and hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in the middle of the rumors? In this episode, Don and Steve turn up the heat on common claims about estrogen therapy and menopause management. Joined by guest expert Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS, they separate fact from fiction and share practical tips for clinicians. 🔥 Is HRT the go-to for every patient with hot flashes? Bust the hype, and uncover the facts behind these hot-button hormone claims:
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| GLP-1 Side Effects | 16 Dec 2025 | 00:27:48 | |
Are GLP-1 side effects food for thought or just food for rumors? In this episode, Don and Steve dig into the evidence behind the most talked-about risks of GLP-1 agonists, separating clinical truth from rumors and headlines. 🦱 Are these meds thinning waistlines—and hairlines? Our clinical sleuths investigate whether these claims hold up:
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| Color Coded: Dyes in Medications | 20 May 2025 | 00:18:47 | |
In this episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction about dyes in medications and food. 🚫 Why is the FDA banning certain artificial dyes, and what does it mean for your meds and favorite foods? 🌈 Folks are dye-ing to know the truth...let’s find out! They’ll share research and insights into some interesting claims including:
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| Expired Medications | 15 Apr 2025 | 00:18:24 | |
In this episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction about expired medications. 📅 How are med expiration dates chosen? Is it science or just a guess? ⏰ It’s time to uncover the truth behind meds that are past their prime! They’ll share research and insights into some interesting claims including:
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| Tackling Tetracyclines | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:21:27 | |
In this episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction when it comes to claims about tetracyclines. 🦷 Will doxycycline stain children’s teeth? 🚴♂️ Let’s cycle through the facts! They’ll share research and insights into some interesting claims including:
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| Hangover Remedies | 18 Feb 2025 | 00:11:56 | |
In this episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction about hangover remedies. 💧 Does drinking water actually help prevent symptoms? 🔨 Let’s hammer out the facts! They’ll share research and insights into some interesting claims including:
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| Juicy Interactions | 22 Jan 2025 | 00:16:49 | |
In this premiere episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction about medication interactions with fruit juices. 🍊 Does that morning grapefruit really matter with your medications? 🍹 Let's squeeze out the truth! They’ll share research and insights into some interesting claims including:
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| Natural Cold and Flu Remedies | 18 Nov 2025 | 00:31:45 | |
Is your favorite cold fix fact—or folklore? In this episode, hosts Don and Steve team up with special guest Jeff Langford, PharmD, from TRC’s NatMed team, to bust the biggest myths about natural remedies for cold and flu. Together, they dig into the roots of popular remedies—from pharmacy shelves to grandma’s kitchen—to uncover what’s backed by evidence. 🍯 Is honey for cough a sweet solution or just a sticky myth? Get ready for the verdict on these popular claims:
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| BONUS: Dental Dilemmas – Extended Fluoride Interview | 04 Nov 2025 | 00:16:33 | |
We loved our conversation with Dr. Jayson Chalmers, DDS so much that we’re sharing the full, never‑before‑heard interview. It goes deeper than our last episode “Dental Dilemmas” on the history of fluoridation, chemistry, dosing, safety signals, and what clinicians should actually recommend. ** No CE credit for this bonus episode. (CE returns with our next regular episode on cold & flu.) ** What you’ll learn:
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| Dental Dilemmas | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:30:48 | |
In this episode, Don and Steve separate fact from fiction about meds and oral health. 💊 Could your favorite mouthwash be more “spirited” than you think? Ready to brush up on the facts and drill down to the truth? No need to sugarcoat it, our myth-busting pharmacist duo (and a special dentist guest expert) are here to rinse away the rumors and polish up the evidence! Claims:
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| Quick Verdicts: Acetaminophen in Pregnancy | 01 Oct 2025 | 00:10:57 | |
In this “Quick Verdicts” episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small separate fact from fiction about whether acetaminophen use during pregnancy increases the risk of neurologic disorders in kids. ****** TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts:
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| Testosterone | 16 Sep 2025 | 00:23:05 | |
In this episode, Don and Steve flex their clinical muscles and bust myths about testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) - from supplements to safety risks. 🐶 Can topical testosterone transfer to pets and kids? Stick around as our pharmacist duo breaks down the evidence and shares insights on these hot-button hormone claims:
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| Managing Acne | 19 Aug 2025 | 00:26:36 | |
In this episode, hosts Don and Steve tackle one of the most common (and commonly misunderstood) skin conditions: acne. Joined by dermatology expert Sara Klockars, PharmD, BCPS, the team breaks down the myths, meds, and marketing claims that surround acne treatment. 💊Do doxycycline and minocycline treat acne the same way? 🤔Pop in as we clear up the evidence and face the facts! They’ll share research and insights into some interesting claims including:
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| Shedding Light On Sunscreens | 15 Jul 2025 | 00:22:21 | |
In this episode, hosts Don Weinberger and Steve Small throw some serious shade at common sunscreen myths—and yes, Steve may or may not be rocking a fake sunburn.🌞 🧴 Does a higher SPF really mean better protection? 🕶️ Grab your shades and join our myth-busting duo as they shine a light on the facts about these hot-button sunscreen claims:
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| Retro Rumors (40th Anniversary Episode) | 17 Jun 2025 | 00:20:25 | |
🎉 In this special anniversary episode, Don and Steve throw it back to 1985 —complete with mullets 🦱, mustaches 🥸, and popped collars 👔—to celebrate 40 years of the Pharmacist’s Letter! 🗂️ Join them as they dig into the archives and revisit some of the earliest (and wildest) claims ever published. They’ll reexamine research and insights into claims from yesteryear including:
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| Hair Loss Treatments | 17 Feb 2026 | 00:33:25 | |
Hair today… gone tomorrow? Don and Steve are combing through the claims to find out what really works. In this episode, they separate fact from fiction about hair loss treatments, tackling everything from minoxidil and finasteride to natural remedies and trending techniques. 💊Does oral minoxidil really outperform topical versions? Bad hair days meet bold claims — and our hosts are on the case. Strands, studies, and “so‑called solutions”… they pull out the magnifying glass to uncover the clinical truth. They’ll share research and insights into some eyebrow‑raising claims, including:
Plus, they tackle a trio of quick-hit myths—from family “in-hair‑itance” to grooming habits...and even a surprising pet danger. Our listeners can get 10% off a new or upgraded subscription with code rvt1026 at checkout. ****** TRC Healthcare Editor Hosts:
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| Artificial Intelligence | 17 Mar 2026 | 00:37:16 | |
AI is fast. But is it clinically trustworthy? 🤖 AI can generate answers in seconds. As AI tools become more accessible across healthcare, the line between assistance and authority is starting to blur. Don and Steve put artificial intelligence under the microscope—cutting through hype to examine how AI is actually performing in healthcare today. They tackle the questions healthcare professionals are already facing: 🧠 Which clinical tasks can AI reliably support—and which still require human judgment? Then they put the evidence behind these claims to the test:
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| Ivermectin | 16 Jun 2026 | 00:27:20 | |
Ivermectin Is Back in the Conversation—But What Should Healthcare Teams Know? From expanded OTC access in some states to persistent online claims, ivermectin is once again popping up in patient conversations—and bringing plenty of confusion with it. In this episode, Don and Steve dig into what’s driving the buzz and what the evidence actually shows across a surprisingly wide range of uses. From viral misinformation to emerging global health research, they explore where ivermectin fits… and where it doesn’t. Along the way, they tackle one of the biggest challenges in practice: how to respond when patients ask about therapies fueled more by headlines than high-quality data—and how to keep those conversations grounded, practical, and patient-centered. Plus, they feature insights from an oncology specialist on real-world patient scenarios.
Let’s worm through the data and track down what holds up—and what doesn’t. They put these claims under the microscope:
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| BONUS: Mailbag - Is gabapentin toxic in pets? | 04 Jun 2026 | 00:05:46 | |
Gabapentin is showing up more often in veterinary care —but that raises an important question: Is gabapentin toxic in animals? In this BONUS mailbag episode of Rumor vs Truth, we answer a listener question about gabapentin use in pets. Hosts Don Weinberger, PharmD and Steve Small, PharmD dig into what’s really behind concerns about toxicity—and bring in veterinary toxicology expert Dr. Tina Wismer to help clarify the risks. Together, they discuss:
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| Gabapentin | 19 May 2026 | 00:28:21 | |
Gabapentin has become a go-to option across a wide range of clinical scenarios—but how well does it actually hold up under closer scrutiny? In this episode, Don Weinberger and Steve Small take a closer look at how gabapentin performs in real-world use—and where expectations may not match the data.
We’ll break down the data, challenge common assumptions, and follow the evidence wherever it leads—so you can separate clinical signal from background noise when evaluating gabapentin. Key claims explored in this episode include:
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| BONUS: Mailbag - Should patients stop antibiotics early if they feel better? | 11 May 2026 | 00:06:16 | |
Shorter antibiotic courses are becoming the norm—but that raises an important question we hear all the time: Can patients stop antibiotics early once they start feeling better? In this BONUS mailbag episode of Rumor vs Truth, we step outside our regular format to answer a single listener question submitted through our fan mail audio line. Hosts Don Weinberger, PharmD and Steve Small, PharmD revisit antimicrobial stewardship and bring back infectious‑diseases pharmacist Dr. Madeline King to break down what the evidence really tells us. Together, they discuss:
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| Antimicrobial Stewardship | 21 Apr 2026 | 00:27:39 | |
Antimicrobial stewardship is everywhere—but best approaches are still debated.
To answer those questions, we’ll narrow the spectrum of rumors and uncover the truth about these claims:
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| BONUS: Mailbag - Can Ivermectin be used in all kids? | 09 Jul 2026 | 00:03:29 | |
Ivermectin continues to come up in patient conversations—and not just for adults. Can ivermectin now be used safely in all kids after the recent KIDs List update? In this BONUS mailbag episode of Rumor vs Truth, we answer a listener question about ivermectin use in kids. Hosts Don Weinberger, PharmD and Steve Small, PharmD break down what actually changed with ivermectin in the 2025 update to the KIDs List—and what it does (and doesn’t) mean for clinical practice. This “kid-sized” question packs a bigger clinical punch than you might expect. Together, they discuss:
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| BONUS: Mailbag - Do Patients Need to Separate Miralax From Other Medications? | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:04:32 | |
Can polyethylene glycol (PEG 3350, Miralax) affect the absorption of other medications? In this BONUS mailbag episode of Rumor vs Truth, we answer a listener question about whether polyethylene glycol (PEG 3350) should be separated from other medications and, if so, by how long. Hosts Don Weinberger, PharmD and Steve Small, PharmD break down what the evidence actually shows about laxatives, intestinal transit time, and medication absorption. Together, they discuss:
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| Laxatives | 21 Jul 2026 | 00:27:30 | |
The Constipation Conversation Has Been Backed Up for Years. From fears about laxative dependence to questions about pediatric safety, some laxative myths are still stuck in the system… despite growing evidence to the contrary. In this episode, Don and Steve tackle some of the most common claims healthcare professionals hear about constipation treatment—and explore what the research really says.
We’ll leave no stool unturned as we get to the bottom of these claims:
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