# Colonoscopy on The No Agenda Show

Colonoscopy comes up in 10 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from August 2009 to April 2024.

- **Chapters:** 10
- **Episodes:** 9
- **Discussed:** August 2009 – April 2024
- **Related topics:** [25th Amendment](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/25th-amendment.md), [Ai](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ai.md), [Bladder Cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bladder-cancer.md), [Cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cancer.md), [Cbs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cbs.md), [Cholesterol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cholesterol.md), [Cognitive Test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cognitive-test.md), [Colorectal Cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorectal-cancer.md), [Damehood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/damehood.md), [Dental Surgery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dental-surgery.md)

## Chapters 1–10 of 10

### Colonoscopy Sedation, AI Parkinson's Research, Propofol

- **Episode:** [1652: Ashkenormativity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1652-ashkenormativity.md)
- **Published:** 2024-04-18
- **Time:** 2:28:25–2:32:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1652-ashkenormativity/chapter/colonoscopy-sedation-ai-parkinson-s-research-propofol.md

New medical studies suggest that deeper sedation using propofol leads to more effective detection of pre-cancerous polyps during colonoscopies. Meanwhile, researchers at the University of Cambridge are using AI to speed up the identification of Parkinson's disease treatments by tenfold. Despite the medical hype, some experts warn of a 20% error rate in current AI implementations across various industries.

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### Colonoscopy Efficacy Study, Periodontal Surgery Anecdote

- **Episode:** [1494: Radiation Tsunami](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1494-radiation-tsunami.md)
- **Published:** 2022-10-13
- **Time:** 1:14:08–1:20:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1494-radiation-tsunami/chapter/colonoscopy-efficacy-study-periodontal-surgery-anecdote.md

A new "gold standard" trial has raised questions about the overall effectiveness of colonoscopies in reducing cancer deaths. Relatedly, a host shared a personal medical update regarding upcoming periodontal surgery to treat chronic sinus issues caused by infected molars. The procedure involves multiple implants and bridges, drawing a comparison to Jon Bon Jovi's rumored quarter-million-dollar dental work.

Keywords: [colonoscopy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colonoscopy.md), medical trials, [dental surgery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dental-surgery.md), sinus issues, [jon bon jovi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jon-bon-jovi.md)

### Dame Mandy Heeler, Massage Therapy and Health Karma

- **Episode:** [1405: No Shields, No Deals](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1405-no-shields-no-deals.md)
- **Published:** 2021-12-06
- **Time:** 1:37:16–1:41:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1405-no-shields-no-deals/chapter/dame-mandy-heeler-massage-therapy-and-health-karma.md

Mandy Bates from Bennington, Vermont, is elevated to Damehood. She shares her story of starting a new massage therapy practice, "The Moment Massage Therapy," and requests health karma for her daughter's upcoming colonoscopy. The segment illustrates the personal connection between the hosts and their "producers" in the audience.

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### Joe Biden Colonoscopy, 25th Amendment Power Transfer

- **Episode:** [1401: Boost or Baste](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1401-boost-or-baste.md)
- **Published:** 2021-11-21
- **Time:** 1:43:07–1:48:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1401-boost-or-baste/chapter/joe-biden-colonoscopy-25th-amendment-power-transfer.md

President Joe Biden briefly transferred power to Vice President Kamala Harris while undergoing a colonoscopy under anesthesia. While CNN's Sanjay Gupta reported on the President's physical health, the hosts noted the absence of a cognitive assessment like the Montreal Cognitive Assessment previously taken by Donald Trump.

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### Colonoscopy Debate, Warren Buffett and Dutch Pronunciation

- **Episode:** [1054: Without Evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence.md)
- **Published:** 2018-07-29
- **Time:** 1:09:23–1:12:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/colonoscopy-debate-warren-buffett-and-dutch-pronunciation.md

A discussion on the merits of colonoscopies mentions Warren Buffett's skepticism of the procedure. A donor from New York shares his success in hiring his first employee but requests a "de-douching" for him. The segment ends with a challenge to pronounce "Scheveningen," a word used in WWII to identify German spies in the Netherlands.

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### Sir Semicolon Farrier, Pre-Cancerous Claims and Health Karma

- **Episode:** [1054: Without Evidence](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence.md)
- **Published:** 2018-07-29
- **Time:** 1:12:39–1:17:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1054-without-evidence/chapter/sir-semicolon-farrier-pre-cancerous-claims-and-health-karma.md

Chris Richardson, dubbed Sir Semicolon Farrier, donates $333.33 after undergoing surgery to remove precancerous polyps and a portion of his colon. The hosts discuss the medical industry's use of the term "pre-cancerous," comparing it to the marketing of the HPV vaccine.

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### Donald Trump Medical Records, Dr. Oz Appearance

- **Episode:** [860: Power Through](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/860-power-through.md)
- **Published:** 2016-09-15
- **Time:** 35:54–43:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/860-power-through/chapter/donald-trump-medical-records-dr-oz-appearance.md

Donald Trump appeared on The Dr. Oz Show to reveal summary data from his recent physical examination, including cholesterol levels and blood pressure. The media reaction focuses on the unconventional nature of Trump's longtime physician, Dr. Harold Bornstein, who previously claimed Trump would be the healthiest president ever elected. Critics point out that the campaign has yet to release a full, detailed medical history beyond the summary pages shown on television.

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### Colorectal Cancer Awareness, Hospital Safety Concerns

- **Episode:** [701: Oatmeal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/701-oatmeal.md)
- **Published:** 2015-03-05
- **Time:** 27:48–30:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/701-oatmeal/chapter/colorectal-cancer-awareness-hospital-safety-concerns.md

National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month prompts a discussion on the risks and benefits of preventative screenings like colonoscopies. Concerns are raised regarding hospital-acquired infections such as MRSA and the "dark ages" of modern medicine. Reference is made to Warren Buffet's reported skepticism of certain medical interventions for the elderly.

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### Ozzy Osbourne Colonoscopy Sweepstakes, Paula Deen Diabetes

- **Episode:** [376: Party@Ecropolis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/376-party-ecropolis.md)
- **Published:** 2012-01-22
- **Time:** 1:15:16–1:17:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/376-party-ecropolis/chapter/ozzy-osbourne-colonoscopy-sweepstakes-paula-deen-diabetes.md

A bizarre CBS sweepstakes featuring Ozzy Osbourne offering a free colonoscopy is discussed as a new low in pharmaceutical marketing. This is followed by a critique of celebrity chef Paula Deen, who announced her Type 2 diabetes diagnosis shortly before becoming a paid spokesperson for the diabetes drug Victoza.

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### VA Hospital Colonoscopy Scandal, Medical Negligence and Infection Risks

- **Episode:** [125: Breaking News: Ted Kennedy Is Dead](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/125-breaking-news-ted-kennedy-is-dead.md)
- **Published:** 2009-08-27
- **Time:** 56:51–58:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/125-breaking-news-ted-kennedy-is-dead/chapter/va-hospital-colonoscopy-scandal-medical-negligence-and-infection-risks.md

Over 11,000 veterans treated at VA hospitals, specifically in Miami, may have been exposed to HIV and Hepatitis B and C due to improperly sterilized endoscopy equipment. Reports indicate that medical staff merely rinsed off anal probes instead of following sterilization protocols. At least 57 veterans have tested positive for infections following the procedures.

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