My Allergist Dad is the show where comedian Drew Zwetchkenbaum teams up with his real-life father - board-certified allergist and immunologist Dr. Z - to break down the mysteries of allergies . Every week they answer real questions from listeners and from Dr. Z’s own patients, mixing expert answers with father–son banter, jokes, and the occasional family story. New episodes every Monday!
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My Allergist Dad is the show where comedian Drew Zwetchkenbaum teams up with his real-life father - board-certified allergist and immunologist Dr. Z - to break down the mysteries of allergies . Every week they answer real questions from listeners and from Dr. Z’s own patients, mixing expert answers with father–son banter, jokes, and the occasional family story. New episodes every Monday!
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July 6, 2026
Allergy Doctor Reacts To Allergies Seen in Film & TV | My Allergist Dad
<p>FARE criticized the show Not Suitable for Work for portraying a character repeatedly eating shellfish despite an allergy and self-injecting epinephrine, then going to the ER for “adrenaline poisoning,” prompting Drew and Dr. Z to discuss how allergies are depicted in film and TV and what’s medically accurate. Dr. Z emphasizes epinephrine as the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis and explains why Benadryl is not adequate for life-threatening reactions, the need for emergency evaluation due to risks like biphasic reactions, and the real side effects and dosing concerns of epinephrine. They also address correct EpiPen technique, risks of incorrect injection (including to the neck), newer options like Auvi-Q and nasal epinephrine, and review portrayals from Hitch, Horrible Bosses, Malcolm in the Middle (poison oak timing and rash type), Royal Pains, Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat, and Pulp Fiction, noting some accuracy but frequent exaggeration.00:00 FARE Calls Out TV Scene00:50 Show Setup And Alpha Gal01:28 Not Suitable For Work Breakdown02:52 Epinephrine Versus Benadryl06:41 Risks And Repeat Dosing10:26 Proper EpiPen Use11:40 Accidental Injection Effects15:46 Jury Duty And Chronic Hives20:16 Triggers And Enabling Factors21:38 Hitch Reaction Accuracy24:55 Poison Oak Mythbusting26:46 Royal Pains And Pulp Fiction29:12 Poison Ivy Timing Explained31:22 Wrap Up And Final Thoughts34:16 Medical Disclaimer</p><p>📩 Have a question for the show?Email: myallergistdad@gmail.com</p>
June 29, 2026
Alpha-gal Syndrome Explained: Tick Bites, Meat Allergy, Delayed Reactions & What to Avoid
<p>Drew and Dr. Z discuss Alpha-gal syndrome, a tick-bite–associated allergy to non-primate mammal products that can cause delayed reactions, including hives, throat tightness, GI symptoms like diarrhea, and even anaphylaxis hours after eating. They explain that Alpha-gal was once tied mainly to the lone star tick in the South but is now being seen more widely, including Rhode Island, with other ticks like the blacklegged and western blacklegged ticks. Dr. Z shares real patient cases—from cookout-triggered reactions to chronic GI and skin symptoms resolving after eliminating mammal-derived foods—and emphasizes that testing (alpha-gal IgE) must be interpreted with symptoms in mind, since positive tests without symptoms may not require avoidance. They also note growing concerns about links to medications, medical devices, and possible cardiac implications, and stress balancing awareness with avoiding unnecessary anxiety.Here's a recent article about the rise of Alpha-gal syndrome:https://www.wsj.com/health/the-ticks-that-cause-red-meat-allergies-are-on-the-move-this-summer-b53d01eb?st=JWadDx&reflink=article_imessage_share00:00 Alpha-gal Overview01:03 Show Intro Theme01:20 Zoo Penguins Detour03:01 What Is Alpha-gal?03:44 Ticks And Spread05:23 Real Anaphylaxis Cases07:05 Testing And Diagnosis08:32 GI And Skin Symptoms10:17 Avoidance And Hidden Sources11:50 When To Stop Meat12:33 Why Testing Can Backfire13:58 Lyme Trial Screening16:27 How Clinicians Decide18:47 Elimination Diet Approach21:46 Lyme And Tick Prevention23:29 Treatment And Delayed Reactions27:33 Balancing Risk And Anxiety28:48 Wrap Up And Disclaimer📩 Have a question for the show?Email: myallergistdad@gmail.com</p>
June 22, 2026
Baby Eczema Breakthrough: Crisco Barrier + Allergy Drops (Follow-Up w/ Abby Z) | My Allergist Dad
<p>In this follow-up episode of My Allergist Dad, Drew and Dr. Z welcome back Abby to share updates on her infant son Joey’s progress with eczema and multiple allergies. Abby describes Joey’s early severe atopic dermatitis, egg-triggered hives, positive tests to dog, pistachio, and cashew, and how a daily routine improved his skin: nightly baths, ceramide baby moisturizer, heavy Crisco layering, and prescription topical treatment when needed. They discuss giving baked egg mini muffins weekly, maintaining peanut exposure with Bamba, and offering other common allergens weekly, plus a daily probiotic. Dr. Z explains why improving the skin barrier matters, and why sublingual immunotherapy drops (currently dog only) have a strong safety profile and may help build tolerance; Abby reports Joey now has minimal reactions around dogs.00:00 Crisco Eczema Breakthrough00:46 Show Intro and Guests04:33 Joey Allergy Backstory06:57 Daily Barrier Routine08:24 Baked Egg and Drops09:37 Dog Allergy Mythbusting10:52 Early Desensitization Science12:59 Diet Variety and Microbiome16:15 Taking Control Long Term18:57 When to Start Food Drops19:27 Drops Versus Shots20:21 Why Sublingual Is Safer21:36 Sticking With The Routine22:00 Allergy Season And Dog Prep23:26 Dolly And Joey Updates24:52 Progress And Real Life Exposure26:49 Baked Egg To Pancakes29:19 Sourdough And Baking Talk31:08 Rocky Ring Bearer Jokes32:12 Wrap Up And Disclaimer</p><p><br></p><p>📩 Have a question for the show?Email: myallergistdad@gmail.com</p>
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