Netra Iyer
Host of Tumor Minutes
Netra Iyer has hosted 25 Episodes.
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Episode 25: Season 3: Episode 5: Hemispherectomy
April 18th, 2026 | 9 mins 50 secs
In this episode of Tumor Minutes, Netra explores hemispherectomy, a brain surgery that sounds completely impossible but is very real. By removing or disconnecting half the brain, doctors can treat severe epilepsy and, in rare cases, brain tumors. The episode breaks down how this works and why the brain is way more adaptable than we give it credit for.
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Episode 24: Season 3: Episode 4: ETS
April 4th, 2026 | 9 mins 22 secs
This episode of Tumor Minutes explains Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy, a surgical treatment for severe Hyperhidrosis. Netra breaks down why excessive sweating happens, how the Sympathetic Nervous System controls sweat signals, and how surgeons can interrupt those signals to reduce symptoms. The episode explores how the surgery works, why doctors try other treatments first, and what patients can expect afterward, all while keeping the explanation clear, engaging, and a little humorous.
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Episode 23: Season 3: Episode 3: Plastic Surgery
March 29th, 2026 | 11 mins 16 secs
This episode of Tumor Minutes breaks down plastic surgery, what it actually is, why people get it, and the double standards celebrities and Korean idols face when it comes to appearance.
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Episode 22: Season 3: Episode 2: Eye Surgery
March 21st, 2026 | 13 mins 54 secs
This episode explores eye surgery, from LASIK and cataracts to retinal procedures and cancers like Retinoblastoma and Uveal Melanoma, showing how surgeons restore vision and treat disease with extreme precision.
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Episode 21: Season 3: Episode 1: Brain Surgery
March 9th, 2026 | 11 mins 8 secs
Brain surgery sounds like something out of science fiction, but it’s a real and increasingly precise part of modern medicine. In this episode of Tumor Minutes, we break down what actually happens during brain surgery — why it’s done, how surgeons plan procedures using advanced imaging, and why some patients are even awake during the operation. We also explore the technologies that help neurosurgeons navigate the brain safely while protecting the functions that make us who we are.
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Episode 20: Season 2: Episode 10: Tourette's Syndrome
March 9th, 2026 | 7 mins 1 sec
This season-finale episode explains Tourette syndrome using clinical definitions and neuroscience, and briefly examines media backlash using I Swear as a case study.
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Episode 19: Season 2: Episode 9: Cameron Boyce
February 22nd, 2026 | 12 mins 15 secs
This episode of Tumor Minutes is a personal tribute to Cameron Boyce, Netra’s favourite actor of all time, and a reflection on how his life and legacy reshaped the way she understands epilepsy. Through his work, his kindness, and the conversations that followed his passing, this episode explores how one person’s story can make an invisible condition feel human, relatable, and far less isolating. The episode also highlights how the Cameron Boyce Foundation continues his legacy by supporting young people and raising awareness about epilepsy and SUDEP.
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Episode 18: Episode 8: Schizophrenia
January 31st, 2026 | 11 mins 55 secs
This episode of Tumor Minutes breaks down what schizophrenia really is, how it affects the brain, what symptoms actually look like, how it is diagnosed and treated, and why early support matters, while also highlighting a real-world story to challenge stigma and common myths.
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Episode 17: Season 2: Episode 7: IQ vs EQ
January 11th, 2026 | 10 mins 34 secs
In this episode of Tumor Minutes, we break down the difference between IQ and EQ from a neuroscience perspective. We explore what intelligence tests actually measure, how emotional intelligence works in the brain, and why neither tells the full story on its own. By looking at the roles of the prefrontal cortex, limbic system, and hippocampus, this episode explains why thinking and feeling are deeply connected rather than competing skills. The takeaway is simple: intelligence is not one number, and no single test defines how capable or valuable a person is.
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Episode 16: Season 2: Episode 6: OCD
December 28th, 2025 | 9 mins 42 secs
In this episode of Tumor Minutes, Netra explains what Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) really is and why it is very different from simply liking organization. The episode explores the science behind OCD, how it affects the brain, and why compassion and understanding matter so much. Listeners will learn that OCD is real, medical, and treatable.
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Episode 15: Season 2: Episode 5: Epilepsy
December 13th, 2025 | 11 mins 8 secs
In this episode of Tumor Minutes, I share my personal experience living with epilepsy, explain what it really is, and bust common myths. Learn how awareness, support, and resilience shape daily life with this invisible neurological condition.
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Episode 14: Season 2: Episode 4: Anxiety
November 22nd, 2025 | 3 mins 50 secs
In this episode of Tumor Minutes, we explore what anxiety is, why it happens, and how it affects the brain and body. We also cover practical strategies to manage it and create a mental “safe space” for when life feels overwhelming.
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Episode 13: Season 2: Episode 3: ADHD
November 15th, 2025 | 12 mins 59 secs
ADHD shows up in real life in ways people do not talk about enough. In this episode, Netra takes the topic apart piece by piece to explain what ADHD actually means, how it is diagnosed, and why the term ADD does not exist anymore. The science is simple, the explanations are clear, and the jokes are very Netra coded. There is a nod to Percy Jackson and how the series shaped neurodiversity conversations for a whole generation. This episode is informative, funny, and extremely teen friendly without giving away too much. Perfect for anyone who wants to finally understand ADHD without feeling like they are reading a textbook.
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Episode 12: Season 2: Episode 2: Down Syndrome
October 10th, 2025 | 10 mins 10 secs
This episode dives into the science, myths, and humanity behind Down Syndrome — the genetic remix everyone thinks they understand, but few actually do. Equal parts funny and factual, Netra breaks down the extra chromosome, the misconceptions, and why “different” never means “less.”
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Season 2: Episode 1: Autism
October 5th, 2025 | 10 mins 47 secs
The Season 2 opener of Tumor Minutes explores autism in depth—what it really is, the myths versus realities, the neuroscience behind it, and the lived experiences of autistic people. From sensory overload to teen struggles and pop culture portrayals, the episode balances science with empathy while also tackling recent headlines about Tylenol and autism.
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Episode 10: Episode 10: The Billionaire Who Tried to Outthink His Tumor
August 16th, 2025 | 11 mins 5 secs
This episode of Tumor Minutes explores the story of a world-changing innovator whose battle with a rare form of pancreatic cancer shaped the final years of his life. We walk through his life, his diagnosis, the surgery known as the Whipple procedure, the choices he made both smart and not-so-smart, and how his illness shaped his legacy. It is part biography, part medical deep-dive, and all delivered with the classic snarky empathy of Tumor Minutes.