It's A Sickness

Mar 02 2021

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Two science enthusiasts discuss all things peculiar, perplexing, and #SickWidit in the fields of medicine, science and health. Lilah and Nicole - sole hosts, creators, editors, engineers, and producers of It's A Sickness Podcast - aim to broaden their fields of study through the delivery of riveting stories, sharing some complex mechanisms of STEM-related topics, and maintaining a balance of learning and laughing as they aim to create a space to empower those with similar backgrounds and interests and so that science and the everyday person can intermingle. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/itsasickness/support

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25. Life on Mars?

Mar 02 2021 43 mins

Start with a little Curiosity, add some Perseverance and… well, now we're here. The 2020 Perseverance Mission has been a hot topic since the rover landed just short of two-weeks ago on February 18th, 2021 reaching it's destination at the Jezero Crater on Mars. Join us as we cover details about Mars, the possibility of life there, and the details of 2021's most innovative space mi

24. Mainstream Dating Culture

Feb 23 2021 86 mins

Don't swipe left on us, please! This may just help you learn about how you can catch a date, potentially… you see, there's an algorithm and… Listen up, 72% of millennials admit to using or having had used dating apps and one-third of all marriages in America now begin online. The popular platform for whatever-you-want dating - Tinder - hosts around 50 million worldwide online d

23. It's A SHITness

Feb 16 2021 87 mins

Welcome back! You are listening to It's A SHITness Podcast. Yup, this weeks episode will teach you a thing or two about the “superbug” bacterial disease that causes severe diarrhea and colitis, in addition to the fairly new medical procedure used to treat it. Can your poop save a life? And if so, how many lives can 250g save? How many pounds is the average number two? Are Lilah

22. Luv U 4L

Feb 09 2021 77 mins

Heartbreak. We've all been there and most of us can agree, it's crippling to the mind, body, and soul. From emotional pain that feels like physical pain, withdrawal symptoms, and intrusive thoughts that keep us stuck in a state of anger and sadness: suffering from a broken heart is no walk in the park. But, what physically happens to your body when your heart actually breaks? Can y

21. If you listen to this podcast, don't worry about what's in the vaccine

Feb 02 2021 88 mins

Welcome back to Season 2 of It's A Sickness Podcast! We are exhilarated to be back with our season opening episode: If you listen to this podcast, don't worry about what's in the vaccine. We have all been waiting for this vaccine to become a reality so that our lives can attempt to transition back into a semi state of normalcy. Many believed there would never be a vaccine, many bel

20. The Walking Dead

Oct 27 2020 64 mins

For this ep we are exploring the real life possibilities of the walking dead. Humans have shown an increasing obsession with zombies, and we’re here for it. Learn about how this rare neuropsychiatric condition makes it so that living human beings deny the existence of one’s own body to the extent of delusions of immortality. Be sure to connect with us on twitter & instagram @it

19. Let's Talk About: Doing Damage

Oct 21 2020 64 mins

Welcome to our BONUS ep! In today’s episode we are shifting gears to speak on the current political climate as it relates to women's rights. With us, a special guest, jedi, #teamThanos, & brilliant friend, Joaquin! Join us as we converse on what the future may look like for women in America and how important it truly is to vote as if your rights depend on it. Be sure to

18. Monsters in the Womb

Oct 19 2020 76 mins

We’re back with another spine-chilling sickness. For this episode we uncover the mystery of monster-like tumors filled with clusters of greasy hair, teeth, and eyeballs that grow in your womb. And no, we’re not talking about pregnancy! Tune in to learn more about a rare medical occurrence that can inhabit your body and go undetected for years. Be sure to connect with us on twit

17. GET TO KNOW US

Oct 12 2020 35 mins

What is up Sickness family! This week we share an EP SPECIAL where we answered some submitted questions related to ourselves and our Podcast! Get to know your hosts Lilah & Nicole in this episode & don’t forget to wish Nicole a Happy Birthday! & Happy Birthday to all the Libras in all the land. Thank you for riding with us this far and be sure to stay #SickWidIt!

16. Brains With A Side Of Maggots

Oct 06 2020 74 mins

Dinner is served! On the menu: Brains with a side of maggots! Join us as we kick off the first episode of spooky season. Lilah provides background on an untouched civilization with some interesting ritualistic practices while Nicole covers the ins and outs of prion disease with details that will blow your mind, pun intended. Stay tuned, things are gonna get weird. Be sure to connec