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This Week in Virology

Vincent Racaniello
Covid-19
Measles
Vaccination
Public Health
Vaccines
Influenza
Sars-Cov-2
Long COVID
Hepatitis B
Virology
Ebola
CDC
Avian Influenza
Dementia
RSV
Polio
Norovirus
Epstein-Barr Virus
Hepatitis B Virus
FDA

This Week in Virology is a netcast about viruses - the kind that make you sick.

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Latest Episodes

TWiV explains a study which shows that influenza A virus infection induces immune dysregulation in the placenta and fetus without vertical transmission in nonhuman primates, and development of an epigenetic silencer therapy to transcriptionally inact... more

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In his weekly clinical update, Daniel Griffin and Vincent Racaniello are crestfallen to learn of the 6th measles death in Pennsylvania and more than 9000 deaths from Ebola, an enterovirus/Coxsackievirus outbreak at the University of Pennsylvania, dec... more

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TWiV travels to Porto, Portugal for the annual meeting of the European Society for Clinical Virology, where he speaks with Catherine and Corinne about their work on the Andes virus outbreak on the MV Hondius.

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In his weekly clinical update, Daniel Griffin and Vincent Racaniello discuss their continuing struggle to understand the ongoing outbreak of cyclospora, decimation of US public health including 30% or greater loss of personnel from the CDC, continuin... more

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Recent Guests

Catherine Houlihan
Researcher from University College London and UK Health Security Agency
University College London / UK Health Security Agency
Episode: TWiV 1365: Andes Virus Up Close
Corinne Guerts van Kessel
Researcher from Erasmus Medical Centre
Erasmus Medical Centre
Episode: TWiV 1365: Andes Virus Up Close
Daniel Griffin
Clinician and infectious disease expert
Columbia University? (Referenced as guest on TWiV)
Episode: TWiV 1362: Clinical Update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Roberto Cattaneo
Virologist from Mayo Clinic, expert on SSPE
Mayo Clinic
Episode: TWiV 1359: SSPE, the Long Shadow of Measles
Kalpana Yadav
Virologist from Mayo Clinic, expert on SSPE
Mayo Clinic
Episode: TWiV 1359: SSPE, the Long Shadow of Measles
Paul Bieniasz
Guest virologist, Rockefeller University, expert on coronavirus genetics
Rockefeller University
Episode: TWiV 1357: Furin, Naturally with Paul Bieniasz
Jolene Ramsey
Gave paper overview and commentary on phage bet hedging and contingencies
Texas A&M University
Episode: TWiV 1353: Phage bet-hedging and EBV antibodies
Mark Stenglein
CSU researcher in Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology
Colorado State University
Episode: TWiV 1345: Rocky Mountain Virology High
Rebekah Kading
Laboratory researcher studying mosquito-borne and bat-borne viruses; CSU
Colorado State University
Episode: TWiV 1345: Rocky Mountain Virology High

Hosts

Vincent Racaniello
Host of the show; prominent virologist and science communicator.
Kathy Spindler
Co-host / contributor; professor emerita with expertise in virology and science education.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 3.6k ratings
  • Disappointing

    I was excited to delve into great conversation about viruses and viral research, including gory details and critical analysis. You definitely get some of that in this podcast, to be sure, and I appreciate how they dissect publications rather than just parroting press releases. Unfortunately, what struck me the most was the host’s political vehemence. They treat a commenter dissenting on COVID origins, whose comments I thought were fair, with surprising levels of aggression. The guest lady was th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Zootvine
    United States2 months ago
  • HEAR HEAR!

    Vincent’s in the moment righteous indignation is always a pleasure. You are all of us, my man!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RB9AVS
    United States5 months ago
  • It was great, but it devolves into politics

    Please, show less political anger and emphasize more science. Don't turn into just another partisan show. Focus on convincing rather than scolding.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MaximumZed
    United States5 months ago
  • Fantastically informative podcast

    Huge thanks to Vincent and the team and guests who put so much effort into this platform! I learn so much and find the discussion engaging. I’m a microbiologist, trained as a bacterial specialist, but for nearly 2 decades I’ve been doing bacteriophage research and that’s my team’s focus (so I guess I’m a viral guy too now). I have learned a great deal from this podcast and have been led to some super-informative papers by it. Gargantuan kudos for the way the podcast addressed the COVID-19 p... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Family shared - Nik
    United States7 months ago
  • Love the weekly clinical update!

    One of my favourite podcasts! I look forward to the clinical updates every weekend and love learning about all things virology.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    isla-june
    Canada7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners wish fewer political angles and more science-focused discussion.
Guests and hosts are praised for depth, accessibility, and engaging banter.
Listeners appreciate the rigorous, evidence-based science and clear clinical updates.

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#137
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#151
Canada/Science
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#79
India/Science
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#88
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#135
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#138
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

TWiV 1360: Clinical Update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Q: What vaccine option is suggested for immunocompromised individuals who worry about reactogenicity?
Nuvaxovid (protein-based vaccine) is highlighted as an alternative with potentially lower reactogenicity, though all major vaccine platforms can be considered depending on individual medical circumstances; the goal is to tailor to safety and immune protection needs.
TWiV 1360: Clinical Update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Q: What is the recommended timing for the first MMR dose after a documented infection, and does delaying affect protection?
The sweet spot discussed is around nine months for early doses, but six months may compromise later antibody responses; delaying to nine months or later is cautioned to maintain robust immunity, with a preference to avoid exposure during infancy when measles risk is higher.
TWiV 1357: Furin, Naturally with Paul Bieniasz
Q: How do you distinguish true viral insertions from PCR or sequencing artifacts in ultra-deep sequencing?
They used sequencing strategies with controlled dilution experiments, depth of coverage, and cross-checks with amplicon data to separate genuine insertions from artifacts, including validating artifacts confined to the amplified region and using genome-external inserts as a check.
TWiV 1357: Furin, Naturally with Paul Bieniasz
Q: Why did you choose NSP15 as the focal point for this study, and would there have been other candidates?
The choice was driven by prior hints that NSP15 could influence RNA processing and innate immune responses; however, the team did not anticipate an impact on insertion rates, and the NSP15 mutant unexpectedly increased insertions, guiding the direction of the study.
TWiV 1358: Clinical Update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Q: Could you briefly list and summarize the current COVID boosters available and the differences between them?
There are four main options: Comernity (Pfizer) mRNA, Spikevax (Moderna) and MnexSpike (Moderna), and Novavaxavid (Sanofi/Novavax) protein-based. Head-to-head data suggest MnexSpike may offer higher efficacy in preventing symptomatic infection, while Novavaxavid provides an alternative for those concerned about mRNA vaccines. Overall, all four aim to reduce severe disease and hospitalization, with some differences in reactogenicity and dosing schedules.

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A rigorously science-focused show that covers virology, infectious disease, and public health with a strong emphasis on current outbreaks, vaccine discussions, and real-world clinical updates. Across episodes, listeners get deep dives into viruses, transmission dynamics, fieldwork insights, and the interplay between ecology and human health, often featuring expert guests and in-depth analysis of papers and data. Notable strengths include clear clinical context, accessible explanations of complex concepts, and a willingness to tackle policy and public messaging, all while maintaining a light, conversational tone that keeps dense science approachable for a knowledgeable audience.

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1. Catherine Houlihan
2. Corinne Guerts van Kessel
3. Daniel Griffin
4. Roberto Cattaneo
5. Kalpana Yadav
6. Paul Bieniasz
7. Jolene Ramsey
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