In Episode 60, we explore death row through the documentary Aileen: Queen of Serial Killers. Using Aileen Wuornos’ case as a lens, we examine the intersection of mental illness and the death penalty — along with the broader history of capital punishment in the United States.

We discuss women on death row, sentencing disparities, vulnerabilities within the system, and the different execution methods used across states. This episode takes a closer look at the legal, ethical, and human questions surrounding the ultimate punishment.

• Death Penalty Information Center – State by State https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/state-and-federal-info/state-by-state
• Death Penalty Information Center – Mental Illness https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/policy-issues/biases-and-vulnerabilities/mental-illness
• Death Penalty Information Center – LGBTQ+ People https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/policy-issues/biases-and-vulnerabilities/lgbtq-people
• Death Penalty Information Center – History of the Death Penalty https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/facts-and-research/background/history-of-the-death-penalty
• Death Penalty Information Center – Women on Death Row https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/death-row/women
• Death Penalty Information Center – Methods of Execution by State https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/executions/methods-of-execution/authorized-methods-by-state
• Cocktail Inspiration https://www.liqculture.com/death-row/

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In this episode of Medical Media Mixer, we explore Something the Lord Made and the true story of Vivien Thomas, a pioneering cardiac innovator whose work helped revolutionize pediatric heart surgery. The episode traces Thomas’s partnership with Dr. Alfred Blalock and their collaboration with Dr. Helen Taussig, leading to the first successful surgery for Blue Baby Syndrome. Alongside the film’s historical context, we provide a brief medical overview of congenital heart defects and how this groundbreaking work continues to shape modern cardiac care.

Inspiration: Celebrating Vivien Thomas, Black cardiac pioneer, and the first “Blue Baby” surgery. Perfect for Heart Month & Black History Month.

• 1.5 oz Gin
• 0.5 oz Blue Curaçao
• 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
• 0.5 oz Simple Syrup
• Top with Sparkling Water
• Garnish: Lemon twist + edible silver shimmer

1. In a shaker, combine gin, Blue Curaçao (if using), lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice.
2. Shake well until chilled.
3. Strain into a highball or martini glass over fresh ice.
4. Top with a splash of sparkling water.
5. Garnish with lemon twist and a pinch of edible shimmer.

Tasting Notes: Bright citrus, smooth or slightly smoky, lightly sweet, visually striking blue. Symbolizes hope, innovation, and Thomas’s lasting legacy.

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Wegovy® is now available as a once-daily pill — and that changes the conversation around obesity treatment, cardiovascular risk reduction, access, and adherence.

In this week’s Refill, we revisit our original GLP-1 deep dive and add the latest updates:

✔️ FDA approval details ✔️ Oral vs injection dosing ✔️ Clinical trial data ✔️ Cost comparisons ✔️ Side effects ✔️ Who this impacts most

Same episode. New context. Because medicine doesn’t stand still.

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#MedicalMediaMixer #GLP1 #Wegovy #ObesityMedicine #CardiovascularHealth #RefillEpisode #Semaglutide

1. FDA Orange Book. 2026.
2. Wegovy® (semaglutide) FDA Drug Label. Updated December 22, 2025.
3. Wharton S, Lingvay I, Bogdanski P, et al. Oral Semaglutide at a Dose of 25 mg in Adults with Overweight or Obesity. N Engl J Med. 2025.
4. Rubino D, Abrahamsson N, Davies M, et al. STEP 4 Trial. JAMA. 2021.
5. Ryan DH, Lingvay I, Deanfield J, et al. SELECT Trial. Nature Medicine. 2024.
6. Schweitzer K. What to Know About the Wegovy Pill for Obesity. JAMA. 2026.
7. AACE Consensus Statement 2025 Update. Endocrine Practice.

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