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Over the years of the podcast, we have often struggled with questions of why: why pathogens act the way they do, why […]

Are you in the mood to chat chromosomes, specifically the X chromosome? If so, have we got the perfect episode for you! […]

We’ve covered measles, we’ve taken on rubella, and now we’re finishing up the classic MMR vaccine by exploring the other M: mumps. […]

Don your wetsuit, grab your oxygen tank, and securely fasten your mask, because this week we’re going on our deepest dive yet. […]

The story of leptospirosis is chock full of variety. In terms of biology, any number of different Leptospira species and serovars can […]

“The king of poisons,” “the poison of kings,” “inheritance powder.” As its various nicknames suggest, arsenic’s notoriety largely stems from its use […]

For what was originally going to be our 100th regular season episode, we wanted to turn the vaguely threatening title of our […]

A little over two years into a pandemic, the last thing you probably want to see is headlines announcing yet another disease […]

We’ve all been there: doubled over in pain as stomach cramps grip your guts; the panicked shuffle to the nearest bathroom; the […]

It’s been years since our first (and, until now, only) vitamin-centric episode on scurvy, and we’re thrilled to be dipping our toes […]