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This Week in Virology

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

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

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TWiV reviews a landmark paper reporting the first generative design of complete viral genomes using AI, producing 16 viable bacteriophages that overcame antibiotic-resistant bacteria where natural phages could not, and a study suggesting that recombi... more

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In his weekly clinical update, Daniel Griffin and Vincent Racaniello remember Dolly Parton and her patronage of science, especially development of the COVID-19 vaccines, if the shingles vaccine protect against cardiovascular events as well as dementi... more

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TWiV explores how bacteriophages enable bet-hedge against bacterial immune defenses, and how transgenic mice engineered to produce human antibodies yielded potent anti-EBV candidates targeting gp350 and gp42, a promising step toward Epstein-Barr ther... more

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In his weekly clinical update, Daniel Griffin and Vincent Racaniello are disheartened by the suggested change in federal vaccine recommendations, how Florida rolled back 4 childhood vaccine school requirements, results from a clinical trial suggestin... more

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Recent Guests

Jolene Ramsey
Co-host, virology researcher
Texas A&M University
Episode: TWiV 1349: Smallpox and mummies
Mark Stenglein
CSU researcher in Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology
Colorado State University
Episode: TWiV 1345: Rocky Mountain Virology High
Angela Bosco-Lauth
Virologist focusing on arboviruses and high-pathogen influenza; CSU
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
Tom Ksiazek
Virologist, University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
UTMB
Episode: TWiV 1339: Ebola up close with Tom Ksiazek
Karen Torghele
Author of Albert Sabin, The Life of a Polio Vaccine Pioneer
Episode: TWiV Special: Albert Sabin with Karen Torghele
John Dye
Director of Foundational Sciences at USAMRIID
US Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases
Episode: TWiV Special: Ebola virus and Andes virus with John Dye
Brianne Barker
Researcher/academic
Drew University
Episode: TWiV 1327: Influenza viruses in the MIST
Hannah Rowe
Guest researcher from Oregon State University
Oregon State University
Episode: TWiV 1325: Sticky flu with Hannah Rowe

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
  • 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 States3 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 States4 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 States6 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
    Canada6 months ago
  • Great science based podcast

    I just recently discovered this podcast and I’m so glad I did! I love all the information and discussions. Science based and so interesting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MN0724
    United States7 months ago

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

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#96
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#198
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#181
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#48
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#111
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

TWiV 1350: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Q: What should families consider when deciding about COVID boosters during pregnancy or for infants?
Prioritize maternal vaccination during pregnancy and plan infant protection through maternal antibodies and timely pediatric vaccination; booster timing should align with pregnancy and infant health considerations, with a focus on safer timing and overall protection.
TWiV 1346: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Q: If more efficient refrigeration and transport preceded the polio vaccine, might we have seen polio outbreaks from imported lettuce?
The guest explains it is unlikely because foodborne polio outbreaks were not a documented route of transmission in the polio era, though transmission dynamics were complex and involve fecal-oral routes.
TWiV 1344: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Q: Kathy asks if Shingrix cross-reacts with HSV-1 and whether HSV-1 reactivations declined after Shingrix; she also asks about potential future boosters.
Daniel explains there is likely no cross-reactivity with HSV-1 from the Shingrix vaccine, but immune activation could contribute to reduced HSV-1 activity; booster duration remains unknown and may depend on ongoing data, with consideration given to re-vaccinating based on prior vaccines and doctor's guidance.
TWiV 1345: Rocky Mountain Virology High
Q: Why is it important to study a broad range of viruses and hosts rather than focusing only on those with immediate human health implications?
Broad discovery builds a reservoir of knowledge that can later enable rapid responses to unexpected outbreaks and reveals fundamental biology that can inform safer, more effective interventions.
TWiV 1338: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin
Q: Mary also asks about the effectiveness of Paxlovid versus Zocova for treatment and how these compare to FDA-established data.
Paxlovid has strong FDA-supported data for treatment in eligible patients, whereas Zocova lacks equivalent US FDA-approved treatment data; in practice, Paxlovid is preferred for treatment when infection is confirmed.

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2. Mark Stenglein
3. Angela Bosco-Lauth
4. Rebekah Kading
5. Tom Ksiazek
6. Karen Torghele
7. John Dye
8. Brianne Barker

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