Sawbones: Mushroom Coffee

Another wellness trend that feels newer than it actually is, people have been looking for a coffee substitute since coffee was discovered (see: episode about coffee). Dr. Sydnee talks about the additional claims made around these fungi, as well as what possible benefits they could have – and possible dangers. Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers Immigrant Defenders Law Center: Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's MaxFunDrive! Still want to get in on the action? Follow this link to support this show (and get in on our limited-time keychain sale to benefit the Center for Constitutional Rights):

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Sawbones: Mushroom Coffee is an episode from Sawbones: A Marital Tour of Misguided Medicine by Justin McElroy.

This episode is 00:37:52 long.

This episode was published on Jan 27, 2026.

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