The diabetes drugs that transformed weight loss may be key to treating addiction, too. Dr. Sanjay Gupta speaks with Dr. Dhruv Khullar about how GLP-1s affect the brain, its reward system, and maybe even addiction.

This episode was produced by Jennifer Lai with assistance from Sofia Sanchez. 

Video production by Ross Helman, Bob Nebel and Jasmine Brooks. 

Medical Writer: Andrea Kane 

Showrunner: Dan Bloom 

Technical Director: Dan Dzula 

Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum 

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An FDA panel has recommended allowing compounding pharmacies to make six unapproved peptides. Dr. Sanjay Gupta and CNN Health's John Bonifield discuss their popularity, safety concerns and what comes next.

This episode was produced by Madeleine Thompson and Leying Tang.

Medical Writer: Andrea Kane

Showrunner: Dan Bloom

Technical Director: Dan Dzula

Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum

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Dr. Sanjay Gupta talks with Dr. Paul Hoff, an Ear, Nose and Throat specialist (otolaryngologist) at the University of Michigan, about why sleep apnea is often missed, how it can harm the body and mind, and the latest treatment options.

This episode was produced by Madeleine Thompson and Andrea Kane. 

Video production: Bob Nebel and Jasmine Brooks. 

Medical Writer: Andrea Kane 

Showrunner: Dan Bloom 

Techical Director: Dan Dzula 

Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum 

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Climate change and land use are helping ticks spread into new areas, bringing serious diseases, including one that can trigger an allergy to red meat and dairy. Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains how to protect yourself, while Meg Tirrell reports from one tick hotspot. 

This episode was produced by Leying Tang, Madeleine Thompson, and Andrea Kane.

Medical Writer: Andrea Kane

Showrunner: Dan Bloom

Technical Director: Dan Dzula

Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum

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UPDATE: Federal officials continue eyeing shredded lettuce as the cause of the cyclosporiasis outbreak centered in the Midwest. Food safety expert Dr. Jennifer McEntire explains how cyclospora spreads and why outbreaks are hard to trace.

This episode was produced by Jennifer Lai with assistance from Sofia Sanchez and Andrea Kane.

Medical Writer: Andrea Kane

Showrunner: Dan Bloom

Technical Director: Dan Dzula

Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum

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It can be stressful making sure we get enough sleep, especially as we age. But the good news is there’s no rule that a full night's rest means being deeply unconscious for eight hours straight. Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers listeners’ questions about whether to be worried about sleep habits, with help from internist Dr. Brienne Miner. 

This episode was produced by Madeleine Thompson 

Medical Writer: Andrea Kane 
Showrunner: Dan Bloom 
Technical Director: Dan Dzula

Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum

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Once defending goals in Major League Soccer, Dr. Marshall Leonard now defends lives as a physician. Today, he shares the wisdom that carried him through life transitions. Plus, the time he faced Brazilian soccer legend, Ronaldinho.

This episode was produced by Sofia Sanchez.

Medical Writer: Andrea Kane

Showrunner: Dan Bloom

Technical Director: Dan Dzula 

Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum

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When Lionel Messi and fellow stars of the FIFA World Cup enter "the zone," what's happening in their brains? Today, neuroscientist Dr. Rui Costa tells Sanjay how you can think like a top athlete and find your own "flow state."

This episode was produced by Sofía Sanchez.

Medical writer: Andrea Kane

Showrunner: Dan Bloom

Technical Director: Dan Dzula

Sr. Director of Podcasts: Zach Goldbaum

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We all know we should brush and floss our teeth. But the reason goes beyond a sparkling smile and keeping bad breath at bay. The mouth is a critical and often overlooked organ when it comes to improving overall health. Dr. Sanjay Gupta sits down with Dr. Kami Hoss, author of “If Your Mouth Could Talk,” to discuss the importance of oral health and the brushing routine he recommends for morning and night. 

For more on Dr. Hoss’ oral care recommendations, check out his e-book: https://supermouthcdn.blob.core.windows.net/website/The_Oral_Care_Revolution.pdf 

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Editors’ Note: This episode originally aired in January of 2026 and was assembled from two interviews (one host-led and one producer-led) that took place on separate occasions.

Our show was produced by Sofia Sanchez.

Medical Writer: Andrea Kane

Showrunner: Dan Bloom

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Strength training can be confusing enough on its own. But mix in what —and when— to eat, and you might just choose to sit on the couch instead. Dr. Sanjay Gupta serves up answers in this episode of Paging Dr. Gupta. Plus, getting to the root cause of hair loss in women can help narrow down treatment choice.

This episode originally aired in January of 2026.

Produced by Andrea Kane & Madeleine Thompson

Medical Writer: Andrea Kane

Showrunner: Dan Bloom

Technical Director: Dan Dzula

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What if it’s not your memory, but how you use it? Sanjay talks with six-time U.S. Memory Champion Nelson Dellis about sharpening focus, remembering more and training your brain, plus a memory challenge you can try in real time.

Our show was produced by Jennifer Lai.

Video Editor: Ross Helman with support by Jasmine Brooks.
Medical Writer: Andrea Kane
Senior Producer: Dan Bloom
Technical Director: Dan Dzula

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