Welcome to the No Cure for This podcast hosted by Dr. Laura Sidari, Board-Certified General Psychiatrist, and Dr. Tony Sidari, Board-Certified Rheumatologist. In this podcast, the Sidaris invite you into honest conversations about life’s toughest challenges, the ones for which there is no simple solution or cure. Through compelling stories and expert insights, they explore health, medicine, and well-being, offering both patients and providers fresh perspectives and practical tools for finding a way forward when answers can’t be found.
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What Actually Makes Us Happy w/ Professor Tom Gilovich | Part 2
What does decades of social psychology reveal about true happiness – and how can we actually experience more of it? In part two of this episode, psychiatrist Dr. Laura Sidari continues her conversation with Cornell psychology professor, distinguished social psychology researcher, and co-author of The Wisest One in the Room, Thomas Gilovich. In their discussion, Tom answers questions about happiness that we’re all asking: What actually generates happiness and why do we sometimes chase the wrong things? He unpacks the surprising science behind lasting happiness and offers practical ways to cultivate it for improved well-being, whether it comes naturally to you or not. Tune in for science-based insights and actionable tips to increase happiness and satisfaction in your day-to-day life.
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Chapters:
00:00 Trailer
00:19 Introduction
01:00 Hedonia vs. Eudaimonia: How Different Activities Affect Our Happiness
07:54 Are Some People Naturally Happier? (How to Foster Happiness)
15:40 Elements of Happiness, Doing What Counts, and Setting Happiness Goals
23:14 The Psychology of Nostalgia & Reflecting on the Past
26:49 Material Possessions & Maximizing Experiences for Ultimate Enjoyment
31:41 Outro
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28 Jul 2026
Why You’re Never Satisfied—And the Science of Awe | Psychologist Thomas Gilovich | Part 1
On this episode of No Cure for This, Psychiatrist Dr.Laura Sidari welcomes Cornell psychology professor, distinguished social psychology researcher, and co-author of The Wisest One in the Room, Thomas Gilovich. From streak shooting in basketball to the science behind enduring satisfaction, Tom breaks down the fascinating findings and shares how he discovered his passions and pursued his career.
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Chapters:
00:00 Trailer
00:32 Introduction
01:14 Introducing Psychology Professor Thomas Gilovich: His Journey Into the Field
5:07 Most Surprising Discoveries in Tom’s Research and Beyond
7:38 Reality Vs Perception: Navigating Biases & Sorting Through Information
15:18 Seeking Enduring Satisfaction: What the Research Tells Us
22:36 The Experience of Awe: What Is It and What Produces It?
27:19 Income Inequality and Psychological Wellbeing
33:13 Outro
33:25 Part 2 Trailer
7 Jul 2026
The Foundation of Medical Interviewing: Asking Effective Questions | No Cure for This Ep. 5
On this episode of No Cure for This, Drs. Tony & Laura Sidari break down the foundation of medical interviewing, asking effective questions. They discuss what makes a good question, the cycle of questioning, and common biases that occur in the process. Beyond the questions, they highlight the importance of giving patients enough time and space to share their concerns. For patients, they suggest quality questions to ask their healthcare professional and give insight into what’s most helpful to share when seeking care.
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Chapters:
00:00 Trailer
00:52 Intro/Disclaimer
01:37 Asking Effective Questions to Find the Best Way Forward
7:03 What Makes a Good Question
9:42 Pitfalls and Biases in Medical Interviewing
12:23 Questions for Patients to Ask Their Health Care Professional
13:42 The Question Progression
17:13 Information Gathering & Premature Diagnoses
23:53 Where Close-Ended Questions are Most Effective
24:37 Helpful Questions & Information to Provide for Patients
29:55 Outro
16 Jun 2026
How a Pair of Socks Changed the Doctor-Patient Relationship Forever | Presentation, Connection, and Trust
On this episode of No Cure for This, Drs. Tony and Laura Sidari break down the “stylish sock effect,” a phenomenon in which Dr. Tony’s choice of socks has become an office-wide conversation starter and a point of connection for Dr. Sidari, his patients, and staff. Beyond his quirky collection, they discuss how a healthcare provider's presentation and approach can support or hinder the development of connection and trust with their patients.
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Chapters:
00:00 Trailer01:19 Intro/Disclaimer
02:03 The Story Behind the Socks
4:33 Cultivating Connection with Patients
08:14 Professional Dress for Healthcare Providers & The Data Behind it
11:11 The Sock Evolution & Creating a Supportive Space for Patients
18:40 How Patients Show Up & When it Matters
25:36 What Matters Most: Building Trust
27:06 Meaningful & Mindful Disclosures as Healthcare Providers
30:38 The Importance of a Provider's Approach
32:16 Offering Feedback to Healthcare Providers as Patients
34:12 Intention, Authenticity, and Awareness for Improved Provider-Patient Relationships
37:25 Outro
2 Jun 2026
Facing the Fear: Conquering Health Phobias & Building Trust in Medicine | No Cure for This
In this episode of No Cure for This, Drs. Tony and Laura Sidari discuss health-related fears and phobias. They highlight which fears are most commonly experienced, how fear shows up in medical care for both patients and providers, and what each can do to build trust and navigate through it together towards a more supportive healthcare experience.
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Chapters
00:00 Intro/Disclaimer
02:24 Common Health-Related Fears & Phobias: Tony’s Guesses Vs The Stats
06:30 How Patient Fears Show Up in Healthcare
10:10 Fears that Show Up for Healthcare Providers
13:13 Different Ways that Health-Related Anxiety is Experienced
14:46 Where Fear is Helpful Vs Hurtful
16:38 How Fear Drives Patient & Provider Interactions
18:50 Real Symptoms & Negative Tests: Navigating Unclear Diagnoses & Patient Fears as Providers
26:57 Communication & Self-Advocacy Tools for Patients with Health-Related Fears
33:06 Outro
5 May 2026
Information Overload: Ai, Doom Scrolling, Healthcare Overwhelm | No Cure for This Podcast (Ep.2)
In this episode, the Sidari Doctors explore one of the most pressing challenges of modern society: information overload and overwhelm. With more information available than ever before, they examine how these changes are affecting our minds, bodies, communities, and society as a whole.
The doctors discuss both the positive and negative impacts of the digital era and share practical insights on how to navigate the constant influx of information while finding a healthier path forward in an ever-evolving world.
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(00:00) Trailer, Intro, Disclaimer
(01:42) Topic Introduction
(03:20) Doom Scrolling & Always-On Stimulation
(04:59) Quality of Information, Understanding The Problem
(06:36) Patients Bringing Google & ChatGPT Info
(09:40) From Gatekeeper to Collaborative Care
(11:30) Good vs Bad Information in Mental Health
(15:20) Overwhelm in Clinical Care, Patient and Provider
(18:00) Factors That Contribute to Outcomes and Overwhelm
(26:20) Graphic Content and Its Effects on the Brain
(29:50) Closing Thoughts: Reclaiming Connection
(32:10) Share Your No-Cure Moments
5 May 2026
There’s No Cure For This… Our Story and How We Got Here (Intro Episode)
Welcome to the very first episode of No Cure for This, hosted by Dr. Laura Sidari, Board-Certified General Psychiatrist, and Dr. Tony Sidari, Board-Certified Rheumatologist.
In this episode, the Sidaris invite you into an honest conversation about life’s toughest challenges, the ones for which there is no simple solution or cure.
They share who they are, what inspired their podcast, and the moments that changed their lives forever. In this series, they’ll discuss topics in health, medicine, well-being, and more, offering stories, perspectives, and tools to both the patient and the provider.
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(00:00) Intro & Disclaimer
(00:43) Who Are We
(04:48) Married Life and Our Relationship Dynamic
(06:40) Why We Started a Podcast
(09:08) What Are Your No Cure Moments
(10:30) What We Hope to Accomplish
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