Health advice is everywhere. Clear answers can be harder to find.

Beyond the Script is back for Season 2, with Dr. Jake Goodman and CVS pharmacists helping you make sense of the health questions, decisions, and trends that come up in everyday life.

From GLP-1s and hormone health to vaccines, caregiving, and chronic conditions, pharmacists share practical advice to help navigate your health with confidence.

Follow Beyond the Script now – Season 2 is coming soon from CVS Pharmacy and iHeartMedia’s Ruby Studio.

Health advice is everywhere. Clear answers can be harder to find.
Beyond the Script is back for Season 2, with Dr. Jake Goodman and CVS pharmacists helping you make sense of the health questions, decisions, and trends that come up in everyday life.
From GLP-1s and hormone health to vaccines, caregiving, and chronic conditions, pharmacists share practical advice to help navigate your health with confidence.
Follow Beyond the Script now &ndash; Season 2 is coming soon from CVS Pharmacy and iHeartMedia&rsquo;s Ruby Studio.

Ever freeze when the pharmacist asks, “Any questions?” Beyond the Script is here to help. Hosted by Dr. Jake Goodman, this podcast answers the health questions you meant to ask—and the ones you didn’t know you should. 

Each episode features CVS pharmacists sharing trusted advice, busting myths, and unpacking the trends shaping your health. No white coats. No lectures. Just real talk, real answers, and a few unexpected laughs.

Listen to Beyond the Script from CVS Pharmacy and iHeartMedia’s Ruby Studio, wherever you get your podcasts.

Ever freeze when the pharmacist asks, &ldquo;Any questions?&rdquo; Beyond the Script is here to help. Hosted by Dr. Jake Goodman, this podcast answers the health questions you meant to ask&mdash;and the ones you didn&rsquo;t know you should.&nbsp;
Each episode features CVS pharmacists sharing trusted advice, busting myths, and unpacking the trends shaping your health. No white coats. No lectures. Just real talk, real answers, and a few unexpected laughs.
Listen to Beyond the Script from CVS Pharmacy and iHeartMedia&rsquo;s Ruby Studio, wherever you get your podcasts.

Beyond The Script

Welcome to Beyond the Script Season 2

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For millions of people, spring means sunshine, warmer weather… and allergy season. In this episode of Beyond the Script, Dr. Jake Goodman is joined by CVS pharmacist Alexandra Wohlgemuth to break down the symptoms, triggers, treatments, and everyday habits that can make spring allergies easier to manage. 

Together, they explore what causes seasonal allergies, how symptoms can show up differently from person to person, and why allergies are sometimes confused with a cold.  They also explain how pharmacists help people navigate the overwhelming allergy aisle, from choosing the right over-the-counter medication to identifying products that may not be the best fit for long-term use. 

Plus, in this episode’s Myth or Medicine segment, they tackle common spring allergy claims, including whether local honey helps, whether staying indoors is enough and whether showering after being outside can really reduce symptoms. 

If spring leaves you sneezing, congested, and uncomfortable every year, this episode offers practical, pharmacist-backed guidance to help you breathe easier. 

For more information, visit cvs.com/pharmacy.

For millions of people, spring means sunshine, warmer weather&hellip; and allergy season. In this episode of&nbsp;Beyond the Script, Dr. Jake Goodman is joined by CVS pharmacist&nbsp;Alexandra Wohlgemuth&nbsp;to break down the symptoms, triggers, treatments, and everyday habits that can make spring allergies easier to manage.&nbsp;
Together, they explore what causes seasonal allergies, how symptoms can show up differently from person to person, and why allergies are sometimes confused with a cold.&nbsp;&nbsp;They also explain how pharmacists help people navigate the overwhelming allergy aisle, from choosing the right over-the-counter medication to&nbsp;identifying&nbsp;products that may not be the best fit for long-term use.&nbsp;
Plus, in this episode&rsquo;s&nbsp;Myth or Medicine&nbsp;segment, they tackle common spring allergy claims, including whether local honey helps, whether staying indoors is enough and whether showering after being outside can really reduce symptoms.&nbsp;
If spring leaves you sneezing, congested, and uncomfortable every year, this episode offers practical, pharmacist-backed guidance to help you breathe easier.&nbsp;
For more information, visit <a href="https://www.cvs.com/pharmacy">cvs.com/pharmacy</a>.

Sneezing, Congestion and Itchy Eyes: Your Pharmacist’s Guide to Spring Allergies

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Why are so many of us tired but still struggling to sleep well? 

Sleep isn’t just about getting more hours—it’s about getting better rest.  

In this episode of Beyond the Script, Dr. Jake Goodman is joined by CVS pharmacist Sepideh Manafi to unpack the most common sleep questions people ask every day.  

Together, they discuss what quality sleep actually looks like, how stress, routines, electronics, caffeine, alcohol, and medications can disrupt sleep, and what to know about over-the-counter sleep aids like melatonin, antihistamines, and magnesium. 

They also cover snoring, sleep apnea, when sleep problems may point to something more serious, and how pharmacists can help people make informed decisions about improving sleep safely. 

Plus, in this episode’s Myth or Medicine segment, they tackle common sleep claims and social media advice—from weekend catch-up sleep to whether pharmacists can help spot signs of medication-related sleep issues. 

For more information, visit cvs.com/pharmacy. 

Why are so many of us tired but still struggling to sleep well?&nbsp;
Sleep&nbsp;isn&rsquo;t&nbsp;just about getting&nbsp;more hours&mdash;it&rsquo;s&nbsp;about getting better rest.&nbsp;&nbsp;
In this episode of&nbsp;Beyond the Script, Dr. Jake Goodman is joined by CVS pharmacist Sepideh Manafi to unpack the most common sleep questions people ask every day.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Together, they discuss what quality sleep&nbsp;actually looks&nbsp;like, how stress, routines, electronics, caffeine, alcohol, and medications can disrupt sleep, and what to know about over-the-counter sleep aids like melatonin, antihistamines, and magnesium.&nbsp;
They also cover snoring, sleep&nbsp;apnea, when sleep problems may point to something more serious, and how pharmacists can help people make informed decisions about improving sleep safely.&nbsp;
Plus, in this episode&rsquo;s&nbsp;Myth or Medicine&nbsp;segment, they tackle common sleep claims and social media advice&mdash;from weekend catch-up sleep to whether pharmacists can help spot signs of medication-related sleep issues.&nbsp;
For more information, visit <a href="cvs.com/pharmacy">cvs.com/pharmacy</a>.&nbsp;

Sleep, Supplements and Snoring: What Pharmacists Want You to Know

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What does proactive health actually look like in everyday life? 

In this episode of Beyond the Script, Dr. Jake Goodman sits down with CVS pharmacist Marshal Carter to explore how pharmacists help people stay ahead of illness through preventative care, medication safety, and everyday health habits. 

From questions about vitamins and supplements to vaccines, health screenings, and medication interactions, they break down the real conversations happening at pharmacy counters across the country. 

Marshall shares why pharmacists are often the most accessible healthcare professionals in a community—and how a simple question at the pharmacy can help prevent bigger health issues down the road. 

Plus, in the Myth or Medicine segment, Dr. Goodman and Marshal tackle common health claims—from sunscreen to exercise. 

Whether you’re managing medications, trying to stay healthy, or just curious about better health habits, this episode offers practical advice you can use every day. 

For more information, visit cvs.com/pharmacy. 

What does proactive health&nbsp;actually look&nbsp;like in everyday life?&nbsp;
In this episode of&nbsp;Beyond the Script, Dr. Jake Goodman sits down with CVS pharmacist Marshal Carter to explore how pharmacists help people stay ahead of illness through preventative care, medication safety, and everyday health habits.&nbsp;
From questions about vitamins and supplements to vaccines, health screenings, and medication interactions, they break down the real conversations happening at pharmacy counters across the country.&nbsp;
Marshall shares why pharmacists are often the most accessible healthcare professionals in a community&mdash;and how a simple question at the pharmacy can help prevent bigger health issues down the road.&nbsp;
Plus, in the&nbsp;Myth or Medicine&nbsp;segment, Dr.&nbsp;Goodman&nbsp;and Marshal tackle common health claims&mdash;from sunscreen&nbsp;to&nbsp;exercise.&nbsp;
Whether&nbsp;you&rsquo;re&nbsp;managing medications, trying to stay healthy, or&nbsp;just curious&nbsp;about better health habits, this episode offers practical advice you can use every day.&nbsp;
For more information, visit <a href="https://www.cvs.com/pharmacy">cvs.com/pharmacy</a>.&nbsp;

Proactive Health: How Your Pharmacist Can Help You Stay Ahead

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