Things are getting weird in the world of public health. Childhood vaccines are suddenly up for debate, fluoride is being described as industrial waste, and it feels like everyone is talking about raw milk! Navigate this chaotic time with public health expert Dr. Chelsea Clinton, who every week talks to doctors, dietitians, parenting experts and more to expose pseudoscience and help us sort fact from fiction. Fact check your news feed to avoid nonsense wellness trends, pay attention to the ones...
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Episode List

Ask a Pediatrician: Vaccines, the Food Pyramid, and Sleep Training with Dr. Mona Amin

Jan 29th, 2026 8:30 AM

Should personal choice come before public health when it comes to vaccinating our children? Does the new food pyramid mean we’re failing as parents if our kids aren’t eating beef tallow and salmon? It's a confusing time for parents and an alarming time for pediatricians. That’s why Chelsea is getting answers from Dr. Mona Amin, who’s been practicing pediatrics for more than 10 years and is the face of PedsDocTalk, a platform that provides resources on child development, health and parenting. She shares her view on delayed vaccine schedules, reacts to the alleged war on protein, and offers valuable insights on whether sleep training is harmful, when to introduce solid foods, and the importance of fingernail cleaning. You can follow Dr. Mona Amin on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and listen to her podcast here: https://pedsdoctalk.com/pedsdoctalk-podcast/ The Clinton Foundation is a world-renowned, non-partisan organization that develops leaders and accelerates solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. To learn more and be a part of the work, visit www.clintonnfoundation.org. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at lemonadapremium.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What History Teaches Us About Today's Political Violence with Heather Cox Richardson

Jan 22nd, 2026 8:30 AM

To kick off Season 2 of the podcast, and as President Trump begins the second year of his second (and final) term, we're stepping back to take stock of the current moment. Chelsea and historian Heather Cox Richardson, who helps millions of people contextualize the news every day through her widely read newsletter, dig into the erosion of democratic norms in the United States, the politicization of public health, the horrific rise in political violence, and what it means to be a citizen in 2026. Heather has sharp opinions on the violence in Minneapolis, Trump’s mental acuity, and reasons to stay hopeful and engaged. You can follow Heather Cox Richardson on Facebook, YouTube, and subscribe to her newsletter here: https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/. The Clinton Foundation is a world-renowned, non-partisan organization that develops leaders and accelerates solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. To learn more and be a part of the work, visit www.clintonnfoundation.org. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at lemonadapremium.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does Vitamin C Really Boost Your Immune System? with Dr. Zachary Rubin

Dec 11th, 2025 8:30 AM

In a shocking – yet unsurprising – move, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recently voted to end universal hepatitis B vaccine recommendations for newborns. Pediatrician and allergist Dr. Zachary Rubin called it a dark day for our babies and public health. He and Chelsea discuss the very real impacts of this vote, how bad the flu season could get this holiday season, and why allergies are on the rise. Plus, he debunks myths we’ve all fallen for about local honey, vitamin C, and hypoallergenic pets. You can follow Dr. Zachary Rubin @rubin_allergy on Instagram. His upcoming book is called All About Allergies: Everything You Need to Know About Asthma, Food Allergies, Hay Fever, and More. The Clinton Foundation is a world-renowned, non-partisan organization that develops leaders and accelerates solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. To learn more and be a part of the work, visit www.clintonnfoundation.org. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at lemonadapremium.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eating Disorders in the GLP-1 Era with Johanna Kandel

Nov 24th, 2025 8:30 AM

1 in 9 Americans will have an eating disorder over the course of their lives, and eating disorders have the second highest mortality rate of any psychiatric disorder. Chelsea speaks with National Alliance for Eating Disorders founder and CEO Johanna Kandel about why rates are rising, especially among young people. They also talk about GLP-1 medications, explain how health influencer content can exacerbate orthorexia, and spell out what to do if you think someone you love needs help. If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, help is available to you at the National Alliance for Eating Disorders. You can reach a licensed therapist on their helpline Monday through Friday from 9am to 7pm EST at (866) 662-1235. You can follow Johanna Kandel @johannakandel on Instagram. The Clinton Foundation is a world-renowned, non-partisan organization that develops leaders and accelerates solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. To learn more and be a part of the work, visit www.clintonfoundation.org. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at lemonadapremium.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Hormone Replacement Therapy Unsafe? with Dr. Heather Hirsch & Tamsen Fadal

Nov 20th, 2025 8:30 AM

The FDA recently announced it will remove the “black box” warning on many hormone replacement therapies for menopause. The warning was initially added after misinterpreted data found an increased risk of breast cancer, stroke, and possible dementia. Chelsea speaks with Dr. Heather Hirsch and journalist Tamsen Fadal about whether risks still remain, all the treatment options out there (both hormonal and non-hormonal), and how to know if you’re in menopause or perimenopause. You can follow Dr. Heather Hirsch @heatherhirschmd on Instagram and TikTok. You can follow Tamsen Fadal @tamsenfadal on Instagram and Tiktok. The Clinton Foundation is a world-renowned, non-partisan organization that develops leaders and accelerates solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges. To learn more and be a part of the work, visit www.clintonfoundation.org. Stay up to date with Lemonada on X, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at lemonadapremium.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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