Merck
Mentioned in 22 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A major multinational pharmaceutical company discussed across podcasts for its extensive drug portfolio spanning osteoporosis, vaccines, cardiology, and GLP-1 treatments, as well as its involvement in peptide and gene regulatory network research. Podcast mentions focus on its business practices including patent cliff vulnerabilities, pricing pressures from pharmacy benefit managers and government programs, vaccine liability models, and regulatory relationships. The company also manufactures ivermectin and has invested in AI-driven drug discovery platforms.
Mentioned On
Episode Mentions
Mad Money w/ Jim Cramer · Apr 7, 2026
'Mad Money w/ Jim Cramer 4/7/26
“Pharmaceutical company down 1.3%; drug stocks declining as inflation concerns rise”
TBPN · Mar 31, 2026
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“Previous target of attorney Mark Lanier in successful Vioxx wrongful death lawsuit”
TBPN · Mar 23, 2026
The Great Peptide Debate with Martin Shkreli & Max Marchione
“Pharmaceutical giant cited as example of established drug companies Martin advocates for”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 3, 2026
Why the Government Lied about COVID w/ Gavin de Becker
“Former CDC director Julie Gerberding became president of Merck vaccine division after leaving government, exemplifying regulatory capture”
Danny Jones Podcast · Feb 27, 2026
#374 - Ex-Pharma Insider Exposes the $368 Billion Health Insurance Scam | Brigham Buhler
“Made Fosamax osteoporosis drug; benefited from Women's Health Initiative scare campaign against estrogen”
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth · Feb 26, 2026
2802: The State of the Hormone & Peptide Industry w/ Vita Bella Founder Phil Vella
“Pharma company developing myostatin inhibitors and advancing clinical trials for peptide combinations with GLP-1s”
Marketplace · Feb 17, 2026
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“Pharmaceutical company operating in vaccine development sector impacted by regulatory and funding changes”
Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark · Feb 17, 2026
Cancer, Cover-Ups & Chemical Immunity: Inside the Monsanto Papers with R. Brent Wisner, Esq
“Vaccine manufacturer with liability immunity model that pesticide companies are attempting to replicate through federal preemption”
The Jesse Kelly Show · Feb 11, 2026
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“Pharmaceutical company funding the American Academy of Pediatrics vaccine schedule decisions”
unPAUSED with Dr. Mary Claire Haver · Feb 10, 2026
Female Libido in Menopause: Desire Loss, Biology & Solutions with Cindy Eckert
“Eckert's first employer post-college; she worked in pharmaceutical sales and learned foundational industry knowledge before launching startups.”
CNBC's "Fast Money" · Feb 6, 2026
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“Pharma company with 40-50% patent cliff exposure; most vulnerable to upcoming patent expirations among major players.”
This Week in Cardiology · Feb 6, 2026
Feb 06 2026 This Week in Cardiology
“Sponsoring enlicitide (oral PCSK9 inhibitor) with planned Coral Reef Outcomes Trial completion in December 2029”
Mad Money w/ Jim Cramer · Feb 5, 2026
Mad Money w/ Jim Cramer 2/4/26
“Profitable pharmaceutical company with strong earnings and dividend; competing in GLP-1 market”
Congressional Dish · Jan 31, 2026
CD331: December 2025 — Authorizing Future Disasters
“USDA nominee Mindy Brasher consulted for Merck animal drugs division before appointment to food safety position”
Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin · Jan 28, 2026
Dr. Mary Talley Bowden
“Manufacturer of ivermectin; Dr. Bowden reviewed FDA toxicity data from Merck's approval submission”
The Al Franken Podcast · Jan 25, 2026
Wendell Potter on The Healthcare Crisis
“Pharmaceutical company subject to PBM rebate demands; example of drug maker forced to pay kickbacks to PBMs for formulary placement”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Jan 9, 2026
Howard Lutnick: How America Can Hit 6% GDP Growth in 2026
“Pharmaceutical company that committed to providing top drug to Medicaid/Medicare for zero cost under MFN pricing initiative”
The a16z Show · Jan 2, 2026
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DarkHorse Podcast · Dec 24, 2025
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“Vaccine manufacturer; discussed in context of industry consolidation from 6 manufacturers in 1986 to single manufacturers per vaccine”
BG2Pod with Brad Gerstner and Bill Gurley · Dec 23, 2025
AI Enterprise - Databricks & Glean | BG2 Guest Interview
“Customer example: created TEDDY (Transformer Enabled Drug Discovery) model for gene regulatory network analysis and drug discovery applications”
Lex Fridman Podcast · Sep 19, 2025
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“German pharmaceutical company that produced Eukodal (oxycodone), Hitler's preferred opioid injection drug administered daily by Dr. Morell”
The Resetter Podcast with Dr. Mindy · Sep 1, 2025
Considering HRT? A Natural, Informed & Safe Approach with Dr. Nasha Winters
“Manufacturer of NuvaRing; case study of Erica Langhart's death from blood clots led to $100M settlement”