Sex, Drugs and Skincare

Nicky Davis, Sandro Iocolano

Comedian and esthetician, Nicky Davis, along with side kick/boyfriend/assistant Sandro Iocolano, interviews comedians, actors and other practitioners as we learn about the latest, as well as the oldest techniques for staying young. We get weird but educational. 

  1. May 15

    IT’S PHIL HENDRIE AGAIN TALKING WITH US ABOUT GUT HEALTH!!

    Send us Fan Mail We  took the week off, so we are re-sharing another episode with the  hilarious Phil Hendrie while we talk about gut health  and skin.  Radio legend Phil Hendrie also from Rick and Morty, Team America, F is for Famiy, This is 40….. The list goes on forever, a documentary about his life called “Hendrie”,  joins the SDS pod and we discuss the gut, It’s biome, and the immune disorders that pop up when the biome is “out of order.”  Phil is an absolute treasure, and we were thrilled to have him on the show.  Your skin is trying to tell you something, and it might have nothing to do with your skincare routine. In this eye-opening episode, we explore the profound connection between gut health and skin conditions.  What if those persistent skin issues—from acne to psoriasis—are actually symptoms of an imbalanced gut microbiome? We unpack how the trillions of microorganisms in your digestive system affect your skin's appearance and health, and why conventional dermatology often misses this crucial link. Phil shares his personal health journey, including a harrowing experience with double pneumonia that forced him to quit smoking and reassess his entire approach to health. The conversation takes fascinating turns as we discuss how antibiotics prescribed for skin conditions can actually worsen gut health, creating a vicious cycle that keeps skin problems returning. We break down the difference between prebiotics (found in foods like asparagus, garlic, and seaweed) and probiotics (in fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, and kombucha), explaining how they work together to maintain a healthy gut environment. Between laughs and Phil's remarkable character voices, we deliver practical advice on nurturing your gut microbiome through diet and lifestyle changes. You'll learn why starting slowly with probiotics prevents uncomfortable die-off symptoms, how stress impacts your digestive system, and why those beach walks Phil enjoys might benefit more than just his cardiovascular health. Whether you're battling persistent skin issues or simply want to optimize your health from the inside out, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on the body's interconnected systems. Subscribe now and join our community of listeners discovering that true beauty really does start from within—specifically, in your gut.

    1h 14m

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Comedian and esthetician, Nicky Davis, along with side kick/boyfriend/assistant Sandro Iocolano, interviews comedians, actors and other practitioners as we learn about the latest, as well as the oldest techniques for staying young. We get weird but educational.