
The disease podcast for a diseased world! Hosts: Brett Bayles (a professor) & Andy Pupa (not a professor) gleefully explore the weird and wacky world of diseases on a changing planet.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 79 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceComedy | |||

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In this episode, Dr. Brett (PhD, Epidemiology) and Andy break down the viral claim by President Trump and RFK Jr. that Tylenol during pregnancy causes autism.
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• What the White House actually said (nothing... more
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In this episode, we tackle the dangers of celebrity-driven vaccine misinformation, focusing on figures like Alicia Silverstone, who may still be Clueless. We also explore the continued influence of Andrew Wakefield, whose discredited ... more
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In this episode, we explore the concerning potential for the return of polio, a disease that once terrified the world before vaccines brought it to the brink of eradication. What's behind the recent reports of poliovirus in wastewater... more
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Australia's got a reputation for dangerous creatures, but Hendra takes it to a whole new level. This week, we dive into the bat-sh*t crazy world of the Hendra virus—an outbreak that started in horses and quickly spread to humans in a ... more
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Love their breakdown. However, the sound quality was SO bad on the last episode. It was incredibly quiet. Please fix that.
Maybe focus on the content instead of trying to be funny and shouting like you're at a football match. Can't listen to this for an hour.
I loved it! I really needed info on the variants and I learned a lot! Fun podcast!
This podcast is awesome! Brett and Andy are fantastic disease storytellers - the perfect mix of informative and hilarious. Whether you are a MPH student or just interested in learning something new, there is something for everyone. Also, the episode names and song choices crack me up every time!
-Samantha
Very informative and interesting. I’m a chemistry PhD candidate who lives about as far away from biology and public health as possible, but it is very enjoyable to learn about one of other sides of science!
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Content focuses on the intersection of diseases and public health, addressing topics like vaccination, misinformation, and zoonotic diseases. The hosts take a lighthearted yet informative approach, engaging listeners through humor while tackling serious issues, exemplified by discussions on polio's resurgence and the effects of celebrity endorsements on vaccine hesitancy. Noteworthy are their unique storytelling methods, which blend historical context with contemporary relevance, making complex scientific topics accessible to a broad audience. The combination of wit and educational content likely appeals to those interested in science, health, and societal issues.
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