Derm and Dumber Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:05:16 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2621043 en-us © 2026 Derm and Dumber yes a21d7a4d-c0ea-5933-b332-93628ad92e3c b.jeffy@gmail.com Brooke Jeffy MD & Benjamin Jeffy episodic false Derm and Dumber is what happens when a board-certified dermatologist and her very opinionated husband sit down to unpack skincare, wellness culture, beauty trends, aging, internet nonsense, marriage, parenting, and the questionable things people do in the name of “health.”

Hosted by Brooke Jeffy MD and her husband, this show blends expert dermatology insights with unfiltered conversations, hot takes, relationship banter, and the occasional marital side-eye. 

From sunscreen myths and anti-aging treatments to TikTok trends, injectables, longevity, skin health, aesthetics, parenting, and pop culture controversies — nothing is off limits.

Expect expert insight without the sterile medical lecture with evidence-based skincare advice, physician perspectives, funny arguments, relatable chaos, and brutally honest conversations about modern beauty and wellness culture.

Perfect for anyone interested in:

  •  skincare 
  •  dermatology 
  •  anti-aging 
  •  longevity 
  •  beauty trends 
  •  aesthetics 
  •  wellness 
  •  parenting 
  •  cosmetic procedures 
  •  internet culture 
  •  physician perspectives 
  •  relationship banter 

New episodes weekly.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) dermatologist, skincare, skin health, beauty trends, husband and wife, humor, science, medicine, comedy Brooke Jeffy MD & Benjamin Jeffy b.jeffy@gmail.com https://storage.buzzsprout.com/z45fcja6keqylpof1let6xppfu5f?.jpg Derm and Dumber Viral Controversies: Sunscreen, Seed Oils, and Social Media Viral Controversies: Sunscreen, Seed Oils, and Social Media A dermatologist discusses an Instagram video that went viral showing her at the beach in extensive sun-protective gear (UPF clothing, tights, balaclava, reflective face visor) with text about a UV index of 5, which triggered controversy, insults, and misinformation. She addresses claims that UV doesn’t cause skin cancer, that seed-oil avoidance makes sun exposure safe, that sunscreen causes cancer, and that heavy sun protection will cause vitamin D deficiency. She explains how UV causes DNA damage and that the UV/skin cancer link won’t be overturned, notes chemical sunscreens can be measured in blood with unknown significance, contrasts chemical vs mineral filters, and comments on “reef-safe” marketing versus climate change. She recommends checking vitamin D and supplementing, shares she recently had melanoma removed, and reviews major skin-cancer risk factors including UV exposure, tanning beds, fair skin, immunosuppression, and burns.

This is a podcast, not a medical appointment. It is for entertainment and general informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

ABOUT DERM & DUMBER

Derm & Dumber is a podcast hosted by board-certified dermatologist Dr. Brooke Jeffy and her husband, where skincare, relationships, internet trends, and questionable opinions collide.

If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend.

Find us @dermanddumber and @brookejeffymd on IG 

DISCLAIMER

The information discussed on this podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Listening to this podcast does not establish a doctor-patient relationship. Always consult your own physician or qualified healthcare professional regarding medical concerns, diagnoses, or treatment decisions.

]]> A dermatologist discusses an Instagram video that went viral showing her at the beach in extensive sun-protective gear (UPF clothing, tights, balaclava, reflective face visor) with text about a UV index of 5, which triggered controversy, insults, and misinformation. She addresses claims that UV doesn’t cause skin cancer, that seed-oil avoidance makes sun exposure safe, that sunscreen causes cancer, and that heavy sun protection will cause vitamin D deficiency. She explains how UV causes DNA damage and that the UV/skin cancer link won’t be overturned, notes chemical sunscreens can be measured in blood with unknown significance, contrasts chemical vs mineral filters, and comments on “reef-safe” marketing versus climate change. She recommends checking vitamin D and supplementing, shares she recently had melanoma removed, and reviews major skin-cancer risk factors including UV exposure, tanning beds, fair skin, immunosuppression, and burns.

This is a podcast, not a medical appointment. It is for entertainment and general informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

ABOUT DERM & DUMBER

Derm & Dumber is a podcast hosted by board-certified dermatologist Dr. Brooke Jeffy and her husband, where skincare, relationships, internet trends, and questionable opinions collide.

If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend.

Find us @dermanddumber and @brookejeffymd on IG 

DISCLAIMER

The information discussed on this podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Listening to this podcast does not establish a doctor-patient relationship. Always consult your own physician or qualified healthcare professional regarding medical concerns, diagnoses, or treatment decisions.

]]> Brooke Jeffy MD & Benjamin Jeffy Buzzsprout-19269675 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 02:00:00 -0700 1915 dermatology, sunscreen, skincare 2 full false Looksmaxxing: From bone smashing to sperm racing Looksmaxxing: From bone smashing to sperm racing The hosts discuss “looksmaxxng,” a social-media-driven trend mainly among teen boys from the manosphere that promotes optimizing appearance for attention and competition with other men, sometimes through extreme and risky behaviors. They describe an influencer associated with the trend who recommends diet and exercise but also demonstrates injections of unknown substances, testosterone use from unclear sources, meth for appetite suppression, and “bone smashing” to alter facial structure. They note related “maxing” offshoots like smell, sleep, height, and jestermaxxing, then pivot to “spermmaxxing,” including a planned international sperm-racing competition and a platform that scores sperm-related traits amid reported declines in sperm count/quality. In skincare, they cover salmon sperm (PDRN) as an injectable and in topical skincare products. They mention a social-media trend of using human sperm on the face. The episode closes by urging parents to be aware of what teen boys see online.

This is a podcast, not a medical appointment. It is for entertainment and general informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

ABOUT DERM & DUMBER

Derm & Dumber is a podcast hosted by board-certified dermatologist Dr. Brooke Jeffy and her husband, where skincare, relationships, internet trends, and questionable opinions collide.

If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend.

Find us @dermanddumber and @brookejeffymd on IG 

DISCLAIMER

The information discussed on this podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Listening to this podcast does not establish a doctor-patient relationship. Always consult your own physician or qualified healthcare professional regarding medical concerns, diagnoses, or treatment decisions.

]]> The hosts discuss “looksmaxxng,” a social-media-driven trend mainly among teen boys from the manosphere that promotes optimizing appearance for attention and competition with other men, sometimes through extreme and risky behaviors. They describe an influencer associated with the trend who recommends diet and exercise but also demonstrates injections of unknown substances, testosterone use from unclear sources, meth for appetite suppression, and “bone smashing” to alter facial structure. They note related “maxing” offshoots like smell, sleep, height, and jestermaxxing, then pivot to “spermmaxxing,” including a planned international sperm-racing competition and a platform that scores sperm-related traits amid reported declines in sperm count/quality. In skincare, they cover salmon sperm (PDRN) as an injectable and in topical skincare products. They mention a social-media trend of using human sperm on the face. The episode closes by urging parents to be aware of what teen boys see online.

This is a podcast, not a medical appointment. It is for entertainment and general informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

ABOUT DERM & DUMBER

Derm & Dumber is a podcast hosted by board-certified dermatologist Dr. Brooke Jeffy and her husband, where skincare, relationships, internet trends, and questionable opinions collide.

If you enjoyed this episode, please follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend.

Find us @dermanddumber and @brookejeffymd on IG 

DISCLAIMER

The information discussed on this podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Listening to this podcast does not establish a doctor-patient relationship. Always consult your own physician or qualified healthcare professional regarding medical concerns, diagnoses, or treatment decisions.

]]> Brooke Jeffy MD & Benjamin Jeffy Buzzsprout-19268904 Sun, 31 May 2026 14:00:00 -0700 1792 dermatology, skincare, looksmaxxing, salmon sperm, humor 1 full false