Smart Toilets Explained: How Throne Detects Colon Cancer Early with Scott Hickle

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Smart Toilets Explained: How Throne Detects Colon Cancer Early with Scott Hickle

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Published on Oct 29, 2025, 9:00:00 AM
Total time: 00:23:55

Episode Description

SUMMARY

In this episode of "Vibe Science," host Ryan Alford interviews Scott Hickle, CEO of Throne, about their smart toilet device that uses AI and computer vision to monitor gut health, urinary function, and hydration. Scott explains how the device analyzes bowel movements and urine flow to provide early warnings for conditions like IBS, IBD, BPH, dehydration, and colon cancer. They discuss the device’s development, privacy concerns, and its potential to revolutionize preventive healthcare. The episode highlights Throne’s role in empowering users with actionable health insights and contributing valuable data to medical research.

TAKEAWAYS

  • Importance of gut health and early detection of health issues.
  • Overview of Throne's smart toilet device and its functionality.
  • Analysis of bowel movements and urinary patterns using AI and computer vision.
  • Health conditions addressed by the device, including IBS, IBD, BPH, and colon cancer.
  • Challenges with current colon cancer screening methods and Throne's innovative approach.
  • User privacy concerns and initial skepticism about the device.
  • Technical aspects of the device, including data collection and analysis methods.
  • Future developments and features planned for the Throne device.
  • Collaboration with research institutions to analyze health data for medical advancements.
  • The potential impact of continuous health monitoring on preventive healthcare.

 

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