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A joyful take on healthy living with family physician Dr. Zorba Paster.
"When people ask me what I hope to achieve with my podcast, I sum it up in one sentence: “To help people live a full, optimistic, vibrant, happy life—reducing suffering and developing resilience so they can say, unequivocally, ‘I’m here.’
I’ve spent 35 years hosting my nationally-syndicated public radio show, Zorba Paster On Your Health, and it’s been an incredible journey sparking thoughtful, engaging conversations about health and wellness—without the clutter, chatter, or noise.
With more than 45 years as a family physician, my experience as one of the lead physicians caring for His Holiness the Dalai Lama, my ongoing work mentoring medical students and residents at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, and my humanitarian medical work with Tibetan refugees, I’ve gained a unique perspective on modern health care. I strive to blend the science of Western medicine with the balance of holistic, integrative approaches to healing. Give the podcast a listen—I think you’ll love it."
New episodes every week -- with occasional bonus episodes to respond to breaking health news. Follow the show and share it with your friends!
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RFK vs. American Heart Association: More Red Meat?
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Apr 03, 2026 |
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Is the Alzheimer's Blood Test Legit? | Joint Pain | Benadryl | E-bikes | IBS | Mom Jokes
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Apr 01, 2026 |
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Tanning Beds...how harmful are they?
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Mar 27, 2026 |
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What is the deal with Peptides? | Ambien & Sleep Aids | Surgery for Back Pain? | Mom (Dad) Jokes | Calcium
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Mar 25, 2026 |
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A Federal Judge halts RFK Jr's anti-vaccine policies
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Mar 20, 2026 |
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We're Getting Less CDC Health Alerts | Rash Help | The Cost of Eating Healthy | Hiccups | CBD | Mom Jokes
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Mar 18, 2026 |
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It's time to take civic action regarding vaccines and public health
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Mar 13, 2026 |
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Cancer treatment effectiveness may depend on the time of day it’s given | How much Vitamin D? | Shingles | RFK Compares the US to Denmark | Beef Cops
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Mar 11, 2026 |
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SNAP Benefits and Restrictions on Soda, Candy, and Energy Drinks
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Mar 06, 2026 |
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Mediterranean Diet Reduces Strokes | Chef Danny Calleros: Crispy Fried Tofu recipe | Sinus Issues | Acid Reflux
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Mar 04, 2026 |
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A Surgeon General Should Be Pro-Science
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Feb 27, 2026 |
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Demystifying Calcium Scores | PPIs and Stomach Cancer | GLP-1 Drugs | Mom Jokes | Sinus Rinse Recipe
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Feb 25, 2026 |
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We're Bringing Measles Back!
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Feb 20, 2026 |
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The Best Way To Exercise For Longevity | Menopause & Orgasms | Constant Throat Clearing | Snoring Remedies | Mom Jokes
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Feb 18, 2026 |
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Your Next Doctor Could be AI | Boat Names! | GERD | Iron Supplements | Mom Jokes | Grammar Cops
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Feb 11, 2026 |
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How The New Dietary Guidelines May Impact School Lunches
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Feb 06, 2026 |
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Teen Social Media use Skyrocketing | What if your Doc is rude? | Parasites in Kids | GERD | Mom Jokes
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Feb 04, 2026 |
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Guidelines on Ozempic & GLP-1 drugs | Vitamins | Zorba Laughs | Lack of Appetite | Blood Letting still a thing?
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Jan 28, 2026 |
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New Vaccine Schedule: The CDC Continues To Ignore Science
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Jan 26, 2026 |
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Shingles Shot may slow Dementia | Hormone Replacement Therapy | Cologuard | Mom Jokes | Rhubarb & Glucose | Cannabis Cops
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Jan 21, 2026 |
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Cancer Linked to Food Preservatives | Vertigo | Zorba Pushes Back Against Anti-Science | Insomnia | COVID nasal spray
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Jan 15, 2026 |
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Violence and Compassion: Thoughts on Recent Events in Minneapolis
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Jan 13, 2026 |
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Thoughts on the new (Upside down?) Food Pyramid
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Jan 09, 2026 |
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Kids with Smartphones are more Obese and Depressed | Sleep Apnea | Zorba's Horse | Itching | Mom Jokes | Modern Quackery
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Jan 07, 2026 |
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Zorba & Karl's New Year's Resolutions
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Dec 31, 2025 |
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Drinking linked to strokes | Barrett's Esophagus | Itchy skin | Mom Jokes | Stem Cells & Hip Replacement | Dieting Glasses | Prescription Zorba Laughs
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Dec 30, 2025 |
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Health Literacy in a clickbait world | Hormone Replacement Therapy | Audio sensitivity | Mom Jokes | Mammograms
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Dec 23, 2025 |
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It's time to take civic action | FDA black box warning on Covid vaccines
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Dec 18, 2025 |
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Lead in our Food? | Zorba's Giant Challah Recipe | Acid Reflux | Covid & Taste buds | Antibiotics | Mom Jokes
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Dec 16, 2025 |
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Zorba's Holiday Gift Guide
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Dec 12, 2025 |
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Catching up on sleep is good for the heart | Voice tremor | Exploding Head Syndrome | Sex Headaches | Urine Luck!
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Dec 10, 2025 |
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Zorba's Favorite Books of the Year
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Dec 07, 2025 |
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Thoughts on the CDC's claim that Covid vaccines are causing deaths
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Dec 05, 2025 |
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Breakthrough Study on Peanut Allergies | Fosamax & Osteoporosis | Mom Jokes | Which Statin to take? | Morton’s Neuroma | Grammar Cops
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Dec 03, 2025 |
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Politicians are damaging public trust in science and immunizations
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Dec 01, 2025 |
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Health, Happiness, and Gratitude on Thanksgiving
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Nov 27, 2025 |
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Screen time vs. Book reading | Acupuncture | The Original Snake Oil Salesman | Alcohol & back pain | CBD risks | Karl's Yellowstone trip
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Nov 25, 2025 |
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Is Social Media making us dumber? | Sinus & sleep woes | Little Debbie returns! | When do babies see color? | Pizza, Jet lag & Self care
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Nov 19, 2025 |
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Bonus Episode: Pharma Police - Generic drugs and what the FDA is hiding
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Nov 14, 2025 |
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Beta Blockers (the good & bad) | Sciatica relief | Sugar & Aging | Zorba gets corny!
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Nov 12, 2025 |
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Bonus Episode: Is Melatonin use linked to heart failure?
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Nov 07, 2025 |
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Can cannabis reduce back pain? | Gut health | Turmeric benefits | Insomnia | Shingles | Grammar Cops & Mom Jokes
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Nov 05, 2025 |
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Bonus Episode: RSV - What you need to know
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Nov 03, 2025 |
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Overcoming Fear | Swimmer's itch | Acupressure | Quackery | Chocolate chip cookies!
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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Are Doctors overusing AI? | Varicose vein help | Dealing with a difficult doctor | Mom Jokes
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Oct 22, 2025 |
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Zorba's Update from Tibet - Acts of Gratitude | New computers for Tibetan children
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Oct 17, 2025 |
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Does mushroom coffee improve memory? | Seasonal Affective Disorder | Vaccines | Rat poison for runners | Zorba's dinner party tip
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Oct 15, 2025 |
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Bonus Episode: Covid-19 & MMR Vaccines - CDC Committee's New Recommendations (Dr. Zorba's Rapid Response)
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Oct 09, 2025 |
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Importance of Eye Contact | Prilosec and your teeth | Smelly Feet remedy | Should you take Collagen?
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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Bonus Episode: Tylenol & Autism Link (Dr. Zorba's Rapid Response)
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Oct 02, 2025 |
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Acupuncture for pain relief | Best Vitamin D to take | Medical Quackery | Fake Viagra | Zorba's Dinner Party Paella
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Oct 01, 2025 |
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Welcome to Stay Well with Dr. Zorba Paster - (Trailer)
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Sep 26, 2025 |