Medicine for the Dead is a podcast that attempts to dissect difficult topics through a lens of empathy and reason, but often devolves into childish name-calling, captivating nonsensical tangents, and liberal use of the F-word. "To argue with a man who has renounced the use and authority of reason, and whose philosophy consists in holding humanity in contempt, is like administering medicine to the dead, or endeavoring to convert an atheist by scripture." -Thomas Paine
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34. The Tale That Wags the Doge
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The gang talks a little crypto, a little end of democracy, and a little mortality.
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33. No News is Good News.
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After an unintentional hiatus, the gang returns to peel back the curtain on a very strange few weeks.
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32. The Start of Something Good.
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This week the gang is on vacation so here are some off air prerecord clips that prove we actually do like hanging out together!
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31. Gettin’ Privy With It Featuring Evan Woodard.
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The gang is joined by explorer, relic hunter, and amateur historian, Evan Woodard. He shares his archeological process and even some tales from his trip to Chernobyl! Yeah, that’s right. He's essentially a more handsome Indiana Jones. Don't @ us, Harrison. Follow Evan on Instagram: @SalvageArc
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30. Take Me Out To The Ballgame.
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In this episode, the gang talks sports! More specifically, the impacts of sports culture on each of their lives and on society as a whole. Disagreements are had, understandings are reached, Josh reminds everyone that “his” Washington Nationals are 2019 World Series Champions.
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26. Breast Envy Featuring Warren & Ricky (Fatty Bose).
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In this episode, the gang is joined by Baltimore duo Fatty Bose. Warren Bose (All Mighty Senators) and Ricky Wise (Ricky Wise and the Dirty Unit) share some tunes and get comfy for a wonderful conversation about music, body image, and mental health. Track #1: Fatty Bose - “Nobody Knows You When You’re Down and Out” Track #2: Ricky Wise and the Dirt…
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28. Mass Groundhog Day.
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In this episode, the gang scratches the surface of America’s non-baseball national pastime. Atlanta/Boulder Edition.
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27. Do You See What Vaccine?
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In this episode, the gang is guest-less (I repeat, guest-less) to talk vaccine procurement and skepticism featuring a healthy dose of the tangents you've come to know and love.
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Sorry about last week, spare some change? - BJ
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25. Capturing the Perfect Storm Featuring Kaitlin Newman.
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The gang is joined by photojournalist Kaitlin Newman for a discussion on the challenges facing the fourth estate, journalism ethics and (stop us if you've heard this one) how social media has casually ruined everything. Be sure to check out Kaitlin's work on her website: KaitlinNewman.com
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DEEP DIVE - Medicine for the Head: F-14 RIO with Dave "Bio" Baranek.
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HI! This is BJ. I'm writing this in the first person because I'm excited about this one. Extremely excited. I've been nerding out about the F-14 since I was 9, so to be able to have and record this conversation for all of you was an absolute pleasure. Bio's career is incredible and, even though we only scratched the surface, it was still mind blowi…
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24. A Taste of Joy Featuring Mya Bilal.
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In this episode, the gang is joined by entrepreneur, teacher, certified badass Sumayyah (Mya) Bilal, owner and executive chef of Baltimore's Codetta Bake Shop. After a sampling of some incredible Codetta cupcakes, this wide-ranging conversation touches on topics including growing a business during the pandemic, sharing joy through food and music, a…
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23. If You Got It, Flutist Featuring Dr. Sarah McIver.
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The gang is joined by master flutist and defender of freedom Dr. Sarah McIver to discuss a variety of topics ranging from women in leadership to the fragility of democracy.
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22. Long Trip, No Short Cuts.
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In this episode, the gang attempts another introspective retrospective between tales of impropriety.
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21. Down With The Pantriarchy Featuring Lauren Campbell.
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The gang is joined by writer and professor Lauren Campbell to discuss a little bit about teaching during the pandemic and a lot a bit about language and the evolution of communication; semicolons become the latest victim of cancel culture. BJ doesn’t understand emojis, Josh loves commas, and everybody hates pants.…
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DEEP DIVE - Medicine for the Head: A Literal Deep Dive with Kim Gravatt.
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In this Deep Deep, BJ is joined by Kim Gravatt, a structural engineer, commercial diver, and musician. They discuss feeling up bridges in brackish water and the underworking of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor.
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20. What Is This, A Crossover Episode? Featuring Avik and Enzo.
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It was twenty episodes today, the gang is joined by Avik Ray (co-founder of The Crossover.TV) and Enzo Ferroggiaro, (drummer from Black Dog Prowl) to discuss their recent collaboration, a socially distanced re-imagining of The Beatles’ iconic Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. They dig into The Beatles and staying creative during the pandemic. …
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DEEP DIVE - Medicine for the Head: Bronze Me Up, Buttercup with Christian.
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In this Deep Dive, Christian helps BJ wrap his head around the process of making a bronze bust.
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19. A Better Shield Than Sword, Featuring Reverend Randy.
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In this episode, the gang is joined by Reverend Randy to tackle the finer points of the place of religion in a society of sinners. Everyone works really hard not to be a dick about it. And, well, sonofabitch, Delmar's been saved!
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DEEP DIVE - Medicine for the Head: Walk Faster with Dr. Kat.
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In the first mini episode of the Medicine for the Head Deep Dive series, Dr. Kat and BJ sit down for an in-depth discussion on molecular biology.
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18. A Million One Dollar Bills, Featuring Laura Van Riper.
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In this episode, the gang talks with Laura Van Riper, political activist and absolute rockstar, about the fight to flip Georgia and the past, present, and future of Republican voter suppression.
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17. Play Stupid Games, Win Stupid Prizes.
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The dudes react to the entirely predictable white nationalist coup attempt incited by the worst, most treasonous excuse for a president in American history and his cowardly enablers. The f-word is used liberally.
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16. Chair Man of the Bored.
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In this episode, the gang discusses the finer points of being fat. Matt vanishes. BJ shares a cautionary tale of consequences of drinking Jägermeister.
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The gang had some issues with holiday scheduling, so Josh took it upon himself to share a few incoherent words to get you through the holidays. Reminder to take care of yourselves and your loved ones. For anyone who needs a little extra help, the Nationals Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 at 800-272-8255.…
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15. Episode 15 Retrospective Extravaganza!
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As has become an every-fifth-episode tradition, the gang gathers for some good old fashion back-patting tom commemorate somehow managing to keep this trainwreck on the tracks for 15 damn weeks. Nothing like a little introspective self-aggrandizing retrospective episode pretention with just the perfect amount of modesty. Thanks for listening. Still …
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14. The Sunrise Through the Clouds, Featuring A.J. Howard.
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In this episode, the dudes discuss sexual freedom with friend of the pod A.J. Howard. Dr. Kat sits in. As of this recording, the fat man still has not conceded.
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13. Joe Versus the Bullshit Volcano, Featuring Joseph Carter-Brown.
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Creative media guru, and all around wonderful human, Joseph Carter-Brown, brings a unique insight on right-wing media and joins the dudes to discuss (among other things) what BJ describes as a chipmunk with a nuclear detonator. Turns out, that analogy isn’t entirely inaccurate.
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12. The End of Life Aquatic with Cale Miller.
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In this episode, the dudes are joined by Cale Miller, long-time friend and doctoral student of marine ecology, to discuss his studies and provide perspective on our gliding past various points of no return on climate change. BJ receives devastating news about the glowy fish.
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11. Too-ra-loo-rye-ay (COVID-19, ta-loo-rye-ay)
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In this episode, with cases skyrocketing across the country, the dudes check in on Matt’s COVID recovery and recklessly extrapolate anecdotal evidence to predict the future.
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10. The Lame Duck Has No Clothes, Featuring Jake English.
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In this episode, the dudes welcome long-time friend (and better podcast host) Jake English to take a Bird's Eye View of the 2020 election and the aftermath, now that it's over... OR IS IT?!Editor's Note: This episode was recorded on Friday, Nov. 6th. Since that time, we have come to learn that It is, in fact, over. Concede, fat man.…
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9. So This is Hell: Jimi Haha and the Disappearing Tequila Incident.
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In this episode the dudes sit down with hometown hero Jimi Haha! Much is discussed. Tequila is consumed. Hilarity ensues. Good times are had by all. VOTE!
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8. Hello, Drunkstick. Goodbye, Democracy.
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In this episode the dudes make some rules to ensure the previous episode never happens again, Rudy Giuliani keep his hands on himself, Matt and Josh talk a little SCOTUS and Christian claims his throne as the opening Loud-Voice-in-Chief. Eat up!
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7. Zombies Are For Lovers, Featuring Island Styles.
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In this episode the dudes talk with Island Styles, guitar wizard and former touring/mop sparring partner of BJ. Christian made cocktails. Josh joins via Zoom. CHRISTIAN MADE COCKTAILS. Matt gets very drunk.
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6. The Delirious Files.
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Two of the dudes had a long week, two of the dudes are in top form, Mike Pence meets a fly. STRAP IN!
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5. Fifth Episode Introspection and Drinks-iversary!
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In this episode the dudes get personal and reflect on five weeks of this strange adventure, get a little tipsy and navigate a power outage.Strap in.
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4. Methamphetarats and the Scientific Method with Dr. Kat.
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In this is episode the dudes take a deep dive into the world of biomedical research with the magnificent Dr. Kat.
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3. Tough day? Cool off with Eric Scott, Deren Blessman and a Refreshing Coolata.
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In this episode we interview the incredible Eric Scott and the mighty Deren Blessman. We talk music production, musician life during a pandemic, and racism in America.
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2. It's the Economy, Peasant.
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In this episode BJ, Matt, Josh and Christian explore the inner workings of how the inner workings of Americas economy are doing absolutely nothing for the average American. Pop a couple Xanax and strap in as our friend Matt Porter guides us through the end of western civilization.
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1. We Feel Stupid, and You're Probably Contagious.
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Hi! It's nice to meet you. We are BJ, Matt, Josh, and Christian, a group of self-aware, rational people compelled to dig a little deeper into the world and the humans that occupy it. In this inaugural episode, we explore the COVID-19 pandemic and the ways it has affected our lives. The word "fuck" is used within the first 30 seconds. Hold on to you…
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