Health Wanted

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Prescription Drug Costs

October 09, 2026

I’m of the opinion that a trip to the pharmacy should be fun. A time to check out the press on nail selection, use the over zealous automated cuff to check your blood pressure, buy discounted halloween candy. NOT a time to go bankrupt while using the insurance you pay hundreds of dollars a month for. This week on Health Wanted, we’re talking about drugs! (not that kind of drugs). Prescription drugs, and how the prices are too dang high! We also talk with Professor Courtney Yarboug...

From The Archive: CTE (with update)

October 02, 2026

This episode includes an update from Dr. Nowinski sharing new research about the prevalence of CTE published after the episode first went live in February. Let’s be honest, Americans love to watch a contact sport. We cheer at hockey fights, make highlight reels of the most brutal football tackles, yell, “kill him!” When our favorite wrestlers get their opponent in a headlock. We know massive hits can take a toll on the old noggin', but as it turns out, it might just be the l...

Sea Ailments

September 25, 2026

Bleeding gums, disability stigma, Polly Lobster, the volleyball scene from Top Gun. What do they all have in common? An inextricable link to the foundation of public health. This week on Health Wanted, we’re setting sail on a course to educate you about the unbreakable bond between public health and those who commit their lives to the high seas. We also talk with author Kevin Brown about how the British Royal Navy responded to the particular health needs of sailors. Plus: How hard is it...

Healthy Dialogue · High booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

NEJM Interviews · High booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

Emerging Infectious Diseases · High booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

Why Should I Trust You? · Medium booking difficulty · 1,000 - 10,000 listeners

How do I get in touch with Health Wanted?

Health Wanted is hosted by Laurel Bristow. Its publicly listed email is podcasts@wabe.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Health Wanted?

The publicly listed email for Health Wanted: podcasts@wabe.org.

How many listeners does Health Wanted have?

Podseeker estimates Health Wanted reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Health Wanted?

Health Wanted typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Physicians, epidemiologists, biomedical or public-health researchers, academic subject-matter experts, and senior leaders in science or technology with direct expertise in the episode topic. Common among recent guests: Leadership or faculty roles at major universities, health systems, or technology companies; Published research or recognized professional expertise in medicine, public health, science, or technology. Recent guests include Pieter Cohen, Toby Goldsmith, and Eric Horvitz.

How hard is it to get booked on Health Wanted?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Health Wanted cover?

Recent episodes cover Health, Public Health, Epidemiology, Infectious Disease, and Vaccines. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.