Latest Heath and fitness Podcast Episodes
Ukraine | Chernobyl & Slavic Mythology
Can We Health You? - March 15, 2022 15:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIn this season two finale, Alice and Leslie talk about Ukraine. Alice explains why Ukraine is Europe's breadbasket and discusses the consequences of the Chernobyl nuclear meltdown on the food systems. Leslie delves into Slavic Mythology and the alternate stories behind how Christianity came to U...
World's Fair Part II | Oddities, Yoga & Plural Marriage
Can We Health You? - February 28, 2022 05:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIn part two of our two part episode on the World's Fair, Leslie unearths some strange but true facts about various World's Fairs--one being human exhibitions. She also talks about yoga's introduction to America and how the Latter Day Saints used the fair to their advantage.
The World's Fair Part I | Pabst Blue Ribbon & Fairy Floss
Can We Health You? - February 21, 2022 15:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIn this part one of our two part look at the World's Fair, Alice talks about the foods that claim to have been invented at the World's Fair and discusses why necessity is the mother of invention. She also let's us know how the St. Louis community of Dogtown got its name--it's not great.
Glam Hollywood | Drugs & Diets
Can We Health You? - February 07, 2022 19:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie chat about the Golden Age of Hollywood. Leslie discusses the studios' not-so-secret practice of drugging their talent. She also reveals which leading man was a big proponent of LSD. Alice tells of actresses dieting habits and grosses Leslie out by talking of the health benefits...
FDR | Bland Food & Polio Treatments
Can We Health You? - January 24, 2022 20:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie talk about Franklin Delano Roosevelt in this episode. Alice tells us how Eleanor wanted to eat like a typical American family and Leslie discusses a possible alternate diagnosis for his condition as well as giving some tantalizing details about the White House swimming pool.
Sanatoriums | An Ancient Disease, Unusual Treatments
Can We Health You? - January 10, 2022 18:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIs it sanatoriums or sanatariums? Alice and Leslie answer this question while discussing the scourge of tuberculosis. Hear about the disease's ancient origins, the disgusting ways it was diagnosed, and about a few peculiar 20th century treatments. They discuss antibiotics and, of course, COVID ...
Frida Kahlo | Traditionalist, Nationalist, Communist
Can We Health You? - December 20, 2021 05:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThis time Alice and Leslie chat about the amazing Frida Kahlo. From the accident that changed her life to her love life to her political leanings, this episode is full of fun facts and speculation.
The Ottoman Empire | A Prophecy, Military Prowess, & Delicious Food
Can We Health You? - December 06, 2021 22:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie chat about the Ottoman Empire. They talk about its founding, its religious tolerance, brutal succession rules, and its vast contributions to the culinary world. This episode is full of juicy details and tasty food.
Shackleton | Eating Penguins & Sinking Ships
Can We Health You? - November 22, 2021 20:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIn this episode Alice and Leslie delve into the world of Antarctic discovery through the eyes of the great explorer, Ernest Shackleton. Did he eat his dogs? Did he eat penguins and seals? What happened on his ill-fated last adventure? Listen to find out!
Henry VIII | Gluttony & Brain Damage
Can We Health You? - November 08, 2021 15:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIn this episode Alice and Leslie chat about Henry VIII. Alice sings a song and tells of the unusual fare found on the Tudor dining table. Leslie discusses theories as to what might have lead to Henry's obsession with procuring new wives and siring male heirs as well as his exercise habits--yes ...
Joan of Arc | A Cult, Disembodied Saints, & Tuberculosis
Can We Health You? - October 25, 2021 04:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie chat about the famous Joan of Arc. From her heroic charge to crown the King of France to the reasons behind the voices she heard to a mysterious cult she may have been a member of, this episode dives deep into the life of the iconic teen.
Space Travel | Challenger Disaster, Budweiser, & Aliens
Can We Health You? - October 11, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie tackle space travel in this episode. From the Challenger disaster to space travel's origins to aliens to food and exercise, this topic is full of interesting tidbits.
Genghis Khan | Y Chromosomes & Steak Tartare
Can We Health You? - September 27, 2021 14:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThis episode focuses on the mighty and brilliant Genghis Khan. Alice and Leslie discuss his early life, god-like status, and what made him--and his army--so successful.
Genghis Khan | Y Chromosomes & Steak Tartar
Can We Health You? - September 27, 2021 14:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsThis episode focuses on the mighty and brilliant Genghis Khan. Alice and Leslie discuss his early life, god-like status, and what made him--and his army--so successful.
Salt | Superstitions & Blood Pressure
Can We Health You? - September 13, 2021 04:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie tackle salt in this episode. From its origins to how its harvested to all the weird superstitions and health myths surrounding it, this topic has it all!
Special Guest! Shannon Vaughn of Pursoma
Can We Health You? - August 30, 2021 18:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie chat with Shannon Vaughn, founder of Pursoma about her company's therapeutic natural bath and body treatments. From bath salt to body oils to herbal teas, Pursoma offers lots of goodies to help you relax, detox, de-stress and (finally!) get a good night's sleep.
Woodstock | Food Shortages & Unintentional Acid Trips
Can We Health You? - August 16, 2021 04:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie talk about the iconic--and poorly organized--music festival, Woodstock. From the invention of granola (what!?) to newbies tripping on acid and (presumably) freaking out to mind control experiemts, there's lots to dive into in this episode.
Amelia Earhart | Tomato Juice & Coconut Crabs
Can We Health You? - August 02, 2021 04:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie cover Amelia Earhart. They talk bout her her history--she was evidently unpopular in school, what she ate in flight--she kept it simple, and her mysterious disappearance.
Sumo | Huge Meals & Body Alterations
Can We Health You? - July 19, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie take a look at sumo wrestlers and their habits. From copious amounts of food to maintain their girth to their training to stories of gambling and plastic surgery, there's lots to cover in the episode.
Ben Franklin | Swimming & Raisins
Can We Health You? - July 05, 2021 04:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie talk about the overachiever that was Benjamin Franklin. From inventing to vegetarianism to an illegitimate child, there's a lot that is not widely known about one of America's most famous Founding Fathers.
Heaven's Gate | Castration & Marie Calendar's
Can We Health You? - June 21, 2021 04:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIn this season two premiere episode Alice and Leslie talk about the Heaven's Gate cult. They discuss the leader's decent into madness and discover the cult members' unusual habits, including how they ate. Sources & Further Reading: Wikipedia: Heaven's Gate, Museum of Death History: Heaven’s G...
Goodbye Season 1!
Can We Health You? - May 24, 2021 04:00 - 1 minute ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie are taking a short break. We'll be back--better than ever--on June 21st. We have lots of great subjects we're planning on covering. Follow us on our social media @canwehealthyou_ on Insta and @canwehealthyou on Facebook. Thanks for listening!
Michelangelo | Richest Artist & A Little Drama
Can We Health You? - May 10, 2021 04:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie cover the original Renaissance Man, Michelangelo. He was rich but lived poorly, learned about the human form in an interesting way, and had drama problems with his boss. Sources & Further Reading: Medium.com: Michelangelo and Divinity, https://medium.com/reflections-in-the-po...
Pirates | Rum, Religion, & Lady Swashbucklers
Can We Health You? - April 26, 2021 04:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie talk pirates this week. From cannibalism to butchering whole cows to crusades and female pirates, this episode is a fun look at the swashbuckling days of yore. Sources and Further Reading: Privates and Privateers: Pirates and Religion, http://www.cindyvallar.com/Religion.html...
Bonus Episode: Coffee, From the Fields to Your Cup
Can We Health You? - April 23, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie are joined by Rise Up Coffee's Head Roaster, Noah Kegley to talk about one of our favorite beverages, coffee. Learn about the process by which coffee is made starting with the beans, ending in your morning mug.
Coffee | Mystics & Caffeine
Can We Health You? - April 12, 2021 04:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie talk about one of their favorite drinks, coffee. Learn about the Sufi Mystics who used coffee in their rituals, notable figures with clear coffee addictions, and what coffee does to your body. Spoiler: drink more water! Sources & Further Reading: BBC: Coffee and qahwa: How a d...
Easter | Origins & Traditions
Can We Health You? - April 02, 2021 04:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIn this week's episode, Alice and Leslie talk about Easter. From the origins of our traditions to customs worldwide (some are really unusual) to all the candy we consume, this episode is a fun look at one of our most important Christian holidays. Sources & Further Reading: The Conversation: W...
I Love Lucy | Vitameatavegamin & Grape Stomping
Can We Health You? - March 29, 2021 04:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie talk about the great Lucille Ball and her show, I Love Lucy. From Lucy's crazy antics to nearly getting drowned on stage, this episode is a fun stroll down memory lane. Sources and Further Reading: Ridiculously Retro: The Secret to Women’s Exercise Routine in the 1950s, https...
Everest | Endurance & Fuel
Can We Health You? - March 15, 2021 04:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIn this week's episode, Alice and Leslie tackle Mount Everest. From its indigenous names to the food people eat to fuel their quest; this episode looks at those who revere Everest's majesty, those who exploit it, and the copious amounts of trash (and poop!) on the mountain. Sources and further...
The Russian Revolution | Rasputin & Food Shortages
Can We Health You? - March 01, 2021 05:00 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAlice and Leslie look at the circumstances that led to the fall of the Romanov Imperial Dynasty. This episode is full of fascinating facts, from a population constantly on the verge of starvation to a madman's hold over the royal family. biography.com: Rasputin, https://www.biography.com/polit...
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