When it comes to the bird flu, you are probably panicking about the wrong things! Understand the bird flu’s impact on wild birds, chickens, cows, cats, your grocery bill and whether or not your health is at risk.

Dr. Seema Lakdawala, a molecular virologist from Emory University, is here to calm your fears with the latest bird flu news and help you better understand how the virus will impact you. She breaks down everything you need to know — what the H5N1 virus is and how it spreads, if the bird flu will become a pandemic, the difference between avian influenza and the seasonal flu, the bird flu symptoms in humans, how bird flu is affecting chickens, ducks and cows, how infections in wild birds are causing the spread of the virus and how you can best protect yourself from infection. Understand the impact vaccines will have against the virus and why we need to offer the vaccine to our poultry farmers and veterinarians, how your cat could be at risk for the bird flu virus and why infected chickens are causing high egg prices and egg shortages.

And be sure to stay tuned until the end of the video! Mayim shows you a few egg substitutes for baking to save you money and precious eggs while we combat this virus and sky-high egg prices!

Current CDC Bird Flu Stats: https://www.cdc.gov/bird-flu/situation-summary/index.html

Learn more about Emory University School of Medicine's Department of Microbiology and Immunology: https://med.emory.edu/departments/microbiology-immunology/index.html

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You won't believe the latest research on menopause. And, sadly, most doctors aren’t telling you what you need to know.

Think menopause is just about hot flashes? Think again!

Dr. Mary Claire Haver, MD, FACOG, CMP (board-certified Obstetrician & Gynecologist) is here to expose the hidden truths about menopause and perimenopause– weight gain, mood swings, anxiety, depression, sleep disruptions, how perimenopause can often be worse than menopause, and the myths surrounding hormone replacement therapy!

Most doctors only had one hour of study on menopause education. Dr. Haver also reveals proactive steps you can take TODAY to lessen future symptoms including how hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can tackle brain fog, fatigue, and how to avoid losing muscle mass which is critical to healthy aging.

Dr. Haver tells Mayim the best exercises for menopause weight loss and shares perimenopause and menopause success stories! Plus, get the lowdown on gut health myths, including why women's gut health is so different from men’s. Empower yourself to take control now and get the support you deserve!

The Pause Life Menopause Guides: https://thepauselife.com/

A Citizen's Guide to Menopause Advocacy: https://thepauselife.com/pages/menopause-advocacy

Menopause Empowerment Guide: https://mailchi.mp/00fb4ddf891c/empowerment-guide

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Chelsea Handler (comedian, television host, bestselling author) opens up about her transformative journey, from her powerful lessons on sisterhood learned from a tense meeting with Jane Fonda to the moment she realized her tough exterior was holding her back. Mayim breaks down her latest book, “I’ll Have What She’s Having” and Chelsea’s dating history, including her break-up with Jo Koy. Chelsea reveals how confronting deep-rooted anger fueled by childhood grief led her to therapy and spirituality, giving her the strength to evolve and embrace new forms of healing. Plus, she shares how turning 50 has reshaped her perspective on life, relationships, and finding freedom in saying "no"—a life-changing shift that’s led her to enjoy the freedom of not having kids while still embracing the joys of being a "stepmom" to many.

Chelsea Handler’s newest book, I’ll Have What She’s Having: https://www.chelseahandler.com/book

Chelsea Handler’s podcast, the Dear Chelsea Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dear-chelsea/id1563085598

Chelsea Handler's Las Vegas Residency, Chelsea at The Chelsea: https://www.ticketmaster.com/artist/1048344?venueId=189310

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Is codependency secretly sabotaging your life and relationships? Are you losing yourself while desperately trying to fix someone else? Mayim and Jonathan explore how to spot the telltale signs of codependent behavior and distinguish it from a healthy relationship, romantic or otherwise. Using the book, “Codependent No More: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself” by Melody Bettle as their guide, Mayim and Jonathan break down how trauma and family dynamics can create codependency and how to break those codependent patterns. Learn why pressuring others to change never works, the physiological toll of codependency, and how to set powerful boundaries to protect yourself. They share tips on how to overcome codependency, such as how to increase emotional resilience, build your self-esteem, recognize your needs, and practice healthy detachment—without losing yourself. Plus, see how Jonathan did on Mayim's codependency quiz!

Check out CODEPENDENT NO MORE: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself: https://www.melodybeattie.com/codependentnomore

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Ready to transform your sex life & overcome performance anxiety? Susan Bratton, "Intimacy Expert to Millions", reveals the secret to unlocking 20 different types of orgasms—plus, how to achieve mind-blowing multiple orgasms and spice up your relationship! She also uncovers the powerful ways sex can heal emotional wounds and help you feel safe and secure with your partner. Plus, get her top tips for increasing sexual desire & sensitivity, building your confidence in bed, creating a "lover’s space," and fostering open dialogue around sex. It's time to revitalize your intimacy, boost your libido, and embrace the “ageless sexuality” you deserve—your best healthy and pleasurable sex life starts here!

Learn more about Susan Bratton and all of her awesome work: https://susanbratton.com/

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Jeffrey J. Kripal is a professor of Philosophy and Religious Thought at Rice University in Houston, Texas and he is back on the pod to answer all your burning questions about the chart topping podcast THE TELEPATHY TAPES (is it real? Is it a hoax?), near-death experiences, and how science falls short when studying the metaphysical and supernatural abilities. Jeffrey explains how the very attempt at measuring extra-sensory abilities could make them unmeasurable. Mayim and Jeffrey explore the possibility that those with autism, ADHD or who are nonverbal may be able to tap into another realm and how fear plays a large role in limiting our perception of these abilities.

Jeffrey J. Kripal's latest book, How to Think Impossibly: About Souls, UFOs, Time, Belief, and Everything Else: https://a.co/d/6lCLZOB

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Julia Stiles, the iconic actress known for 10 Things I Hate About You, Save The Last Dance, Mona Lisa’s Smile, Dexter and the Bourne films, opens up with Mayim and Jonathan about her unexpected shift from acting to directing. Julia reveals why she almost turned down her legendary role in THE BOURNE IDENTITY! She also shares why she doesn’t believe in auditions and the surprising truth about her dance career after SAVE THE LAST DANCE. Plus, find out how raising her kids shaped her approach to directing WISH YOU WERE HERE and why she calls 10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU a 90’s “time capsule” of her teen years. Tune in for an unfiltered conversation about Julia’s career evolution, life lessons, and the personal experiences that have shaped her journey!

WISH YOU WERE HERE is now available for digital download: https://www.lionsgate.com/movies/wish-you-were-here

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Dr. Roger Seheult is quadruple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Diseases, Critical Care Medicine, and Sleep Medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Seheult joins our MBB Report to break down the prevalence of microplastics and nanoplastics in our oceans, our drinking water, our clothes, our make up and our food, and help you understand what that means for your health. He shares the science behind leaching, when the forever chemicals in plastics seep into your food and your body. Dr. Seheult explains that the misleading term "BPA-Free" does NOT mean something is free of harmful chemicals, and how loopholes in regulations mean BPA-like chemicals are still in most common household products. Mayim and Jonathan tackle the different ways YOU can take actionable steps to decrease the amount of microplastics in your home and in your body. WATCH NOW to uncover the horrifying reality of microplastics and nanoplastics and how you can better protect yourself against them!

Roger Seheult, MD is the Co-Founder & an Instructor for MedCram, a medical education website where not only professionals go to learn and get accreditation but also patients and lay people go to learn about medical conditions and tests that interest them. Check out their YouTube channel for evidence-based, up-to-date medical education on contemporary topics: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG-iSMVtWbbwDDXgXXypARQ

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