Apr 2, 2025

Ice baths, polar bear plunges and cold immersion promise a “treasure trove of benefits” according to wellness guru Wim Hof. On this episode, friend of the show Dr. Nick Tiller - author of The Skeptic's Guide to Sports Science - and his British accent return to talk with Dr. Chris Labos. Both share near drowning experiences that should make you realize that even in a comedy podcast, cold plunges are no joke.

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Editor:    Robyn Flynn

Theme music: “Fall of the Ocean Queen“ by Joseph Hackl

Rod of Asclepius designed by Kamil J. Przybos

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Obviously, Chris not your doctor (probably). This podcast is not medical advice for you; it is what we call information.

References:

1) The American Heart Association position on ice baths

2) A video talking about deaths associated with the Wim Hof method https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eu5CkkaHB1A

3) Nick Tiller’s article on ice baths in Skeptical Inquirer https://skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/why-are-we-still-ice-bathing/