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ImmunoTea: Your Immunology Podcast

Lara Dungan
Immunology
Inborn Errors Of Immunity
Gene Therapy
Immune System
Hereditary Angioedema
T Cells
Immunotherapy
Multiple Myeloma
VEXAS Syndrome
B Cells
Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria
Autoimmunity
Chronic Granulomatous Disease
Stem Cell Transplantation
Mass Spectrometry
Atopic Dermatitis
Gene Editing
Auto-Inflammatory Disorders
Immunoglobulins
Antibodies

Hosted by Dr Lara Dungan and Dr Vyanka Redenbaugh, this is the podcast where we tell you all about the most exciting research going on in the world of immunology, so grab a cup of tea, sit down and relax and we’ll fill you in.

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On this episode Lara and Vyanka talk to Professor John Hurst from University College London and the Royal Free Hospital in London all about lung diseases in inborn errors of immunity. This is ImmunoTea: Your Immunology Podcast, presented by Dr Lara D... more

On this episode Lara and Vyanka talk to Prof Michaela Lucas from the University of Western Australia all about the ways in which micro- and nano-plastics affect our health and our immune system. This is ImmunoTea: Your Immunology Podcast, presented b... more

On this episode Lara and Vyanka talk to Dr Smita Patel from the University of Oxford all about the non-infectious complications of common variable immunodeficiency or CVID. This is ImmunoTea: Your Immunology Podcast, presented by Dr Lara Dungan and D... more

On this episode Lara and Vyanka talk to Professor Petter Brodin from the Karolinska Institute all about understanding variation in human immune systems and how immune networks function in health and disease. This is ImmunoTea: Your Immunology Podcast... more

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Recent Guests

Michaela Lucas
Clinical immunologist and researcher
University of Western Australia and Path West Laboratory Medicine
Episode: ImmunoTea Episode 43 - Microplastics and the Immune System
Petter Brodin
Professor of Pediatric Immunology at Karolinska Institutet and Imperial College London; head of Pediatric Systems Immunology Group
Karolinska Institutet; Imperial College London
Episode: ImmunoTea Episode 41 - Systems Immunology
David Lowe
Consultant Immunologist, Royal Free Hospital, London; Senior Lecturer, University College London
Royal Free Hospital / University College London
Episode: ImmunoTea Episode 40 - Chronic Infections in Inborn Errors of Immunity
Sylvie Girard
Associate Consultant in Immunology, Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic
Episode: ImmunoTea Episode 39 - The Immunology of Pregnancy
Professor George Schett
Vice President of Research and Chair of Internal Medicine at Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nürnberg
Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nürnberg
Episode: ImmunoTea Episode 38 - T Cell Engaging Immunotherapies
Professor Alex Richter
Clinical immunologist at the University of Birmingham
University of Birmingham and University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Episode: ImmunoTea Episode 37 - Precision Diagnostics in Immunology
Dr. Anish Suri
Immunologist and Chief Scientific Officer of Sinolotherapeutics
Sinolotherapeutics
Episode: ImmunoTea Episode 36 - Immunological Drug Development
Dr. Frank Siebenhaar
Dermatologist and allergist at Charité University Hospital Berlin
Charité University Hospital Berlin
Episode: ImmunoTea Episode 35 - Mast Cell Disorders
Peter Arkwright
Consultant pediatric allergist and immunologist
Royal Manchester Children's Hospital
Episode: ImmunoTea Episode 34 - The Innate Immune System and its Role in Disease

Hosts

Vyanka Redenbaugh
Host of ImmunoTea: Your Immunology Podcast; co-host with a focus on data-rich, practical immunology discussions
Lara Dungan
Host of ImmunoTea: Your Immunology Podcast; co-host specializing in explaining research with clinical relevance

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • The best immunology podcast out there

    This is hands down the best immunology podcast that I have come across. It is very relevant, the questions are very well thought through and the guests are highly knowledgeable experts in their fields. I have been learning a lot listening to ImmunoTea. Highly recommended to anyone interested in immunology. Kudos to the hosts Lara and Vyanka!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Varnesh_Tiku
    United States2 years ago
  • Share the joy of Immunology

    I love Lara and Vyanka, I hope you continue the great work! Huge cheers!🥰

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ClaraKentLeman
    United Kingdom3 years ago
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    Excellent thanks! Great research taking place in Ireland. Just listened to micro biome episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    Ireland3 years ago
  • Rock

    Thanks!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    faustaldi
    Ireland4 years ago
  • Incredible listening!

    As the spouse of someone with MS I was so intrigued by this podcast and each episode just gets better. The hosts are fantastic!! Love it!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ashleykordik
    United States4 years ago

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High-quality content with strong guest selection and actionable insights for researchers and clinicians.
Hosts are well-prepared, with good pacing and practical takeaways for listeners.
Balanced, expert guests and clear explanations make complex immunology approachable for a wide audience.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#135
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#188
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Talking Points

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ImmunoTea Episode 43 - Microplastics and the Immune System
Q: If you had to summarize the practical takeaways for listeners, what can people do now to reduce plastic exposure?
Adopt plastic-free or reduced-plastic choices where feasible, support plastic-free packaging, demand labeling of plastic content, and encourage policy changes to regulate plastic use and support development of safer alternatives.
ImmunoTea Episode 43 - Microplastics and the Immune System
Q: What comes next for your research and the Perth trial in terms of immune health and broader outcomes?
Future work includes analyzing four-week cardiovascular data, exploring immune effects in fat tissue, and expanding to trials on fertility; funding is in place to advance these stages.
ImmunoTea Episode 43 - Microplastics and the Immune System
Q: How feasible is it for people to sustain plastic-free living, and what have you learned about recruitment and participant experiences?
The trial saw high engagement, with rapid enrollment when publicized; participants and farmers embraced plastic-free changes, though ongoing adherence and broader societal adoption remain challenging and require policy support.
ImmunoTea Episode 43 - Microplastics and the Immune System
Q: What exactly is the Perth trial, and what did you find when you tested a plastic-free food system?
The Perth trial tested food produced and packaged without plastic, plus plastic-free personal care products and utensils; results showed a significant reduction in plastic-associated chemicals and some improvements in cardiovascular biomarkers, with further immunological analyses ongoing.
ImmunoTea Episode 43 - Microplastics and the Immune System
Q: Michaela, could you tell us where microplastics are in the environment and whether there are surprising places they appear?
Microplastics are widespread, including oceans, rain, and even remote places; plastics continuously shed chemicals that can leach into food and skin, and exposure occurs via ingestion, inhalation, and skin absorption, affecting tissues and potentially immune responses.

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This show focuses on cutting-edge immunology research, with in-depth conversations that unpack complex topics for a scientifically literate audience. Episodes routinely cover systems immunology, immunotherapies, diagnostics, innate and adaptive immunity, infectious diseases, and the clinical implications of new discoveries. Guests range from university researchers to clinicians and industry experts, providing practical takeaways for researchers, practitioners, and students. A notable strength is the host duo's data-driven, clear explanations and the breadth of topics—from basic immunology concepts to translational therapies and patient outcomes—which makes it useful for listeners who want both rigor and real-world relevance.

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