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Infectious Historians

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Covid-19
Public Health
Smallpox
Plague
Plague Literature
Cholera Pandemic
Nursing Homes
Vaccination
Albert Camus
Marcus Aurelius
Mao Zedong
Australia
Prescription Drugs
Antonine Plague
Caregiving
Great Leap Forward
Cultural Revolution
Tuberculosis
History Of Medicine
Influenza

Covering infectious diseases through history from plague to COVID-19.

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John Blair (Oxford University) joins Merle and Lee on the podcast in a discussion about his new book, Vampire Epidemics. The episode begins, as usual, with a definition of a vampire, followed by a survey of where and when these supernatural creatures... more

Bruce Noden (Oklahoma State University) joins the podcast to talk about his research on entomology (the study of insects). Bruce introduces his field of study and the particular context of his work on insect-borne diseases in Oklahoma looking at tick... more

Bruno Strasser (University of Geneva) and Thomas Schlich (McGill University) come on the Infectious Historians podcast to discuss their recent book on the history of masks. As usual, the episode begins with definitions, then moves to discuss some of ... more

Brent Kaup (William & Mary University) and Kelly Austin (Lehigh University) come on the podcast to discuss their new book connecting disease and capitalism. They begin by discussing the financialization of America and link it as a cause of climate ch... more

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Recent Guests

John Blair
Emeritus Professor of Medieval History and Archaeology at the University of Oxford
University of Oxford
Episode: Episode 145 - Vampire Epidemics with John Blair
Bruce Noden
Professor of Medical and Veterinary Entomology, OSU
Oklahoma State University
Episode: Episode 144 - Entomology with Bruce Noden
Bruno Strasser
Professor at the University of Geneva; author of The Mask, A History of Breathing Bad Air
University of Geneva; Yale University
Episode: Episode 143 - The History of Masks with Bruno Strasser and Thomas Schlich
Thomas Schlich
Professor in the History of Medicine; co-author of The Mask
McGill University
Episode: Episode 143 - The History of Masks with Bruno Strasser and Thomas Schlich
Brent Kaup
Professor of Sociology at William & Mary University
William & Mary University
Episode: Episode 142 - Capitalism and Vector-Borne Disease with Brent Kaup and Kelly Austin
Kelly Austin
Professor of Sociology and Global Studies at Lehigh University
Lehigh University
Episode: Episode 142 - Capitalism and Vector-Borne Disease with Brent Kaup and Kelly Austin
Eram Alam
Associate Professor of History in the Department of History of Science at Harvard University
Harvard University
Episode: Episode 141 - Foreign Healthcare Workers with Eram Alam
Eric Story
Postdoctoral fellow at Western University; WWI historian focusing on memory, colonialism, and infectious disease in Canada
Western University
Episode: Episode 140 - Tuberculosis in World War I with Eric Story
Cam Grey
Professor of classical studies at the University of Pennsylvania, environmental and social historian of late antiquity
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: Episode 139 - Risk in Late Antiquity with Cam Grey

Hosts

Lee
Co-host who brings a knowledgeable perspective on infectious diseases and their historical significance.
Merle
Co-host, contributing insights into the cultural and historical context of infectious diseases.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Excelente

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Pedro K
    a year ago
  • Context is everything

    Merle and Lee put COVID-19 into perspective with this show. This is a great antidote to pandemic hysteria.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    David Shriner-Cahn
    United States6 years ago
  • Timely and Entertaining

    An intelligent, but light-hearted, look at the history of infectious diseases put together by real experts in the field. This podcast is an antidote to both boredom and ignorance. Come for the history, stay for the tv recommendations!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fan9
    United States6 years ago

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Many find the blend of humor and serious academic content enjoyable, making complex topics accessible.
The podcast is seen as an antidote to hysteria surrounding modern pandemics, emphasizing informed discussions.

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Episode 142 - Capitalism and Vector-Borne Disease with Brent Kaup and Kelly Austin
Q: How does financialization relate to the spread or control of vector-borne diseases?
Financialization shapes land use, housing, agriculture, and public health funding in ways that create or alleviate risks for vector-borne diseases, such as forest edge habitats and underfunded health systems; the authors argue for a restructuring of financial incentives toward public health and ecological sustainability.
Episode 142 - Capitalism and Vector-Borne Disease with Brent Kaup and Kelly Austin
Q: What are vector-borne diseases, and why are they significant in this context?
Vector-borne diseases are diseases transmitted through intermediate hosts like mosquitoes or ticks; they are a major portion of zoonotic diseases and are central to understanding how disease ecology intersects with land use and capitalist processes.
Episode 141 - Foreign Healthcare Workers with Eram Alam
Q: How many doctors are there in the US at the moment, and how many more are needed each year?
There are roughly one million doctors currently practicing in the US, with about 25,000 aging out each year; the system still adds more physicians than it loses annually, though distribution and shortages persist.
Episode 140 - Tuberculosis in World War I with Eric Story
Q: How did the government address tuberculous veterans after the war?
The government established a duty of care, enlarged sanatoria, embedded vocational training, and created pension support; the aim was to rehabilitate veterans through medical care and retraining, though lasting health and employment challenges persisted far into the interwar period.
Episode 140 - Tuberculosis in World War I with Eric Story
Q: What was the scale of tuberculosis among Canadian troops in World War I and how was it tracked?
TB cases were few on the battlefield (about 3,000 in the CEF), but the burden grew on the home front after the war, with thousands more veterans needing treatment under government programs; diagnosis often occurred off the battlefield and records were incomplete, making precise counts difficult.

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This podcast explores the intricate relationship between infectious diseases and historical contexts, spanning from the plague to contemporary challenges like COVID-19. Through expert interviews and in-depth discussions, hosts offer a nuanced perspective on how past pandemics have shaped societal responses, public health policies, and cultural shifts. Episodes frequently bridge historical insights with modern-day implications, illustrating the continuity and evolution of disease understanding over time. The blend of academic rigor and engaging storytelling invites listeners to consider the relevance of history in today's public health discourse, making it a unique resource for anyone interested in medical history and its impact on society.

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1. John Blair
2. Bruce Noden
3. Bruno Strasser
4. Thomas Schlich
5. Brent Kaup
6. Kelly Austin
7. Eram Alam
8. Eric Story

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