Best Alpha Gals Podcasts (2025)

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A Tick Bite Can Make You Allergic to Red Meat? | Alpha-Gal Syndrome Explained by Allergists 20:08

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Send us a text Is It A Tummy Ache or A Tick Bite? Understanding Alpha-Gal Syndrome How can a tiny tick bite make you allergic to your favorite steak or burger? What if your unexplained tummy aches are actually a delayed allergic reaction to the meal you ate hours ago? This is the strange reality of Alpha-Gal Syndrome. In this fascinating episode of…

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Ep. 769: Can Conservation Be Non-Partisan? 2:18:52

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Steven Rinella talks with Benji Backer, Ryan Callaghan, and Randall Williams. Topics discussed: How wilderness is (or should be) non-partisan; pulling a B&E at Doug’s place; the latest anti-hunting crusade over Florida’s bear hunt; knocking on doors for candidates at age 10 and starting a PAC at 18; becoming disillusioned and starting Nature Is Non…

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341: Sea Star Wasting Disease 48:35

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TWiM reveals a Vibrio as the causative agent of sea star wasting disease, and using microcolony-seq to uncover phenotypic inheritance from single cells. Become a patron of TWiM. Links for this episode: Agent of sea star wasting disease (Nat Ecol Evol) Sea star wasting mystery solved (Nat Ecol Evol) Phenotypic inheritance from single cells (Cell) Mu…

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Lipofuscin: Cellular Kryptonite That Nobody Talks About 43:40

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There is a lot of talk about autophagy, or cellular recycling, and apoptosis, programmed cell death, in relationship to circadian rhythm entrainment, ketogenic diets, and intermittent fasting. What I never hear is people talking about lipofuscin, the intracellular kryptonite and shuts down both of those processes by gumming up the lysosomes of our …

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Ep. 768: Sasquatch Calls, Exotic Pets, and English Muffins | MeatEater Radio Live! 1:12:39

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Hosts Spencer Neuharth, Randall Williams, and Max Barta talk with taxidermy historian Brant MacDuff, throw a Hot Tip-Off, discuss the 2010 documentary Elephant in the Living Room for the MeatEater Movie Club, and dig into the 2025 Sasquatch Calling contest with organizers Cheryl Putorti and Paul Bartholomew. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater P…

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115 - The Art of the Question with Dr. Mark Shapiro 46:52

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This week, Dr. Mark Shapiro joins us for a candid conversation about the art of the question. Join us to think through how we interview, how to make connections, and how curiosity translates in the clinic and beyond. You can read the show notes here! Audio edited by Clair Morgan of Nodderly.com. Resident Giancarlo Buonomo and medical student Millen…

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Ep. 767: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CLXXXIII 40:10

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Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Hilary Byrne, Roman Schnobrich, Alyssa Smith, and Jon Montresor. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Heat Shock Proteins are a Thing 24:05

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Heat Shock Proteins (HSPs) are often called molecular chaperones. These crucial proteins spring into action when cells are under threat from environmental stressors, toxins, inflammation, and oxidative stress. Join us as we uncover how heat shock proteins function as the cell’s microscopic repair crew. Discover how this fundamental biological mecha…

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Ep 188 Candida yeast: Here, there, and everywhere 1:17:17

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None of us are ever truly alone. Our bodies are home to untold numbers of microbes, chilling on our skin, in our guts, throughout our respiratory tract, inside our bellybuttons, under our fingernails, and beyond. For the most part, we live in harmony with these critters, never giving them a second thought. But occasionally, they may grow a bit too …

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Ep. 766: The Truth About Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) 2:30:05

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Steven Rinella talks with Mark Ruder, Michael Chamberlain, and Ryan Callaghan. Topics discussed: The premier of MeatEater Sheds; back to the 101 of what CWD is and the myths surrounding it; it’s just not a hoax; the slow, cryptic nature of the disease; are we still going to be able to grow old, big deer?; how there's no test for live deer; filling …

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Glyphosate: The Pesticide Causing Chronic Disease with Dr Stephanie Seneff 1:12:10

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In this episode Dr Stephanie Seneff PhD explains how autism, Parkinson's, ADHD, brain fog, anxiety, depression, and hormone disruption are related to the pesticide glyphosate. She talks about the mechanisms of how it affects bacteria and disrupts our ecosystem. I ask her if donating blood lowers glyphosate, potential supplements that can help remov…

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Ep. 765: Chain Reaction Roadkill, the Elk Rut, and Harsh Truths | MeatEater Radio Live! 1:24:54

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Hosts Brody Henderson, Ryan Callaghan, and Randall Williams talk with Brian DeBolt from the Wyoming Game & Fish Department about a series of cascading roadkill incidents in the state, get a wide ranging Rut Report from the elk woods, chat with Conservation Land Foundation CEO Chris Hill about the consequences of a Roadless Rule rescission, stew in …

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Ep. 764: The Fish Heist - A MeatEater D&D Adventure! MeatEater Trivia CLXXXII 1:11:02

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Phil Taylor guest hosts MeatEater Trivia with Spencer Neuharth, Brody Henderson, Seth Morris, Ryan Callaghan, Reva Hansen, and Shelby Huber. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Special Episode: Mary Roach & Replaceable You 48:02

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When your car breaks down or your fridge goes on the fritz, you can order a replacement part and get things back up and running in no time. The same cannot always be said for another intricate machine: the human body. For centuries, scientists have grappled with making or transplanting suitable replacements for nearly every body part, from hearts t…

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Allergy Shots 2.0: Is ILIT the Future of Allergy Relief? 15:09

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Send us a text Love the idea of allergy shots but don't have 3-5 years to commit to weekly appointments? Tired of the struggle to adhere to daily allergy drops? What if there was a faster, more convenient, and highly effective way to treat your allergies at the root cause? In this game-changing episode of Allergy Actually, your bestie allergist mom…

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Ep. 763: Landscape and Murder in the Mississippi Delta 2:04:13

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Steven Rinella talks with author Wright Thompson. Topics discussed: Grab a copy of Wright's book, The Barn: The Secret History of a Murder in Mississippi; the history of a patch of ground; the Mississippi Delta as manmade land; the murder of Emmett Till; cotton; the sharecropper system; always referring to "The War"; what it means to be Southern; t…

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340: Microbes in Trees and Plants 48:58

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TWiM explores the varied and distinct microbiome of trees, and an array of biopesticidal metabolites against mosquito larvae isolated from a Mediterranean island. Become a patron of TWiM. Links for this episode: Microbiome of trees (Nature) Biopesticides from a Mediterranean island (Appl Environ Micro) Music used on TWiM is composed and performed b…

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Using the Sugar Diet for Weight Loss with Gwenyth Burmingham 1:31:31

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There is always a new diet circulating and they always get a lot of engagement. What makes the sugar diet unique is that it challenges the mainstream idea that sugar consumption causes weight gain. What the mainstream doesn't tell you is that fatty acids and glucose compete for absorption, so consuming lower fats while consuming a lot of carbohydra…

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Ep. 762: EHD Reports and Competitive Birding | MeatEater Radio Live! 1:13:27

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Hosts Spencer Neuharth, Ryan Callaghan, and Seth Morris speak with competitive birder Owen Reiser, talk gear in preparation for the fall season, soak in nostalgia for Throwback Thursday, and chat with Kip Adams of the National Deer Association about all things EHD. Watch the live stream on the MeatEater Podcast Network YouTube channel. Subscribe to…

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Ep. 761: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CLXXXI 41:26

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Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Seth Morris, Cory Calkins, and Logan Dove. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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114 - The Mold that Eats Radiation for Breakfast 24:10

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This week, Avi follows up Episode 112 with the question: What’s with the black mold growing inside Chernobyl? You can read the show notes here! Click here to obtain AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.5 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (0.5 hours), or ABIM MOC Part 2 (0.5 hours). Audio edited by Clair Morgan of Nodderly.com. Resident Giancarlo Buonomo a…

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Licorice Root - The Great Synergizer 32:24

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Licorice root is a time-honored herbal remedy with a sweet side. Beyond its role in teas and tonics, licorice root has been used for centuries to support digestion, ease respiratory illnesses, and calm everyday inflammation. It is well- known for its synergistic effects with other herbal therapies. Join us as we talk about how licorice root can fit…

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Ep 187 Hypothermia Part 2: How it helps 1:05:37

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Last week, we took you through all the ways that cold can harm us and the harrowing history of humans perishing at its icy hands. Ending the story there would be skipping over the parts where cold gets to play the hero, rather than the villain. In the second installment of this frosty miniseries, we explore the situations in which we might use cold…

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Mikki Tal, PhD: Chronic Infections, Fertility, & Immunity: MIT Immunoengineer Makes Groundbreaking Lyme Discoveries 51:45

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Mikki Tal, PhD, is a Principal Scientist at MIT’s Department of Biological Engineering and Associate Scientific Director of the MIT Center for Gynepathology Research. She leads the Tal Research Group, focusing on host-pathogen interactions, immune responses to infections like Lyme disease, and the mechanisms behind chronic illnesses, particularly t…

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That Nagging Cough Could Be Asthma (Even Without Wheezing) | Cough-Variant Asthma Explained | Allergy Actually 14:19

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Send us a text Do your allergies sometimes make it hard to breathe? Do you find yourself coughing or wheezing when pollen counts are high? The connection between allergies and asthma is real and significant, but often misunderstood. In this powerful and personal episode of Allergy Actually, your bestie allergist moms get vulnerable, sharing their o…

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Ep. 760: Teddy Roosevelt's Kids and Their Insane Quest To Kill a Giant Panda 1:39:23

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Steven Rinella talks with author Nathalia Holt, Randall Williams, Phil Taylor, and Corinne Schneider. Topics discussed: Nathalia's new book, "The Beast In The Clouds: The Roosevelt Brothers' Deadly Quest to Find the Mythical Giant Panda" is out!; get presale tickets for MeatEater's Christmas Tour 2025 starting 9/22; the epitome of the bear to find;…

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Be the Change: A Conversation with TAG Teen Contributor, Peyton Owen, on Becoming a Fierce AGS Advocate. 42:54

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At age 16, Peyton Owen decided to take her alpha-gal diagnosis and use it as a force for good. Our very own TAG Teen Contributor is sharing some exciting updates full of new projects for the alpha-gal community! Last year Peyton jumped into the advocacy space by getting involved with the FARE Teen Advisory Group, which led to an amazing collaborati…

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Ep. 759: It's September! (Again!) | MeatEater Radio Live! 1:19:46

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Hosts Randall Williams, Ryan Callaghan, and Seth Morris talk with Mark Kenyon about the Roadless Rule rollback, find out which pair of underwear Cal brings to Show-and-Tell, throw a listener submitted Hot Tip-Off, chat with Arkansas Game and Fish Commission's Ben Batten about their conservation work in the Mississippi Basin, and choose a winner of …

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Ep. 758: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CLXXX 38:15

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Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Randall Williams, Maggie Smith, Seth Morris, Logan Dove, and Nate Mason. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…

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Ep 186 Hypothermia Part 1: How it hurts 57:35

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For all our wondrous adaptations as a species - our big brains, our capacity for language, our opposable thumbs - we humans are not well-equipped to deal with the cold. Take us out of our insulated dwellings, take away our winter clothes, and things can get dicey fast. From frostbite to hypothermia, the cold can settle into our bones, leading us do…

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How to Use a Nasal Spray CORRECTLY for Allergy Relief (Allergist's Top Tips) 17:41

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Send us a text Are you using nasal sprays for your allergies but not getting the relief you expected? You might be making one of the common mistakes we see as allergists all the time. Nasal sprays are the #1, first-line treatment for managing allergic rhinitis symptoms, but they have to be used correctly to be effective. In this essential "How-To" …

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Ep. 757: Surviving and Thriving (and Finding a Dead Man) in the Alaska Bush 2:01:55

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Steven Rinella talks with Randy Brown. Topics discussed: Steve and Randall's latest audiobook is available for presale; MeatEater's Tailgate Tour is back!; our favorite First Lite Navigator Hoody; sprouting weed out of dog shit on a roof; digging in other peoples' gut piles; what do harvest off a bear; frying caribou tongue; hunting wolves; Tolkien…

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339: Missing the Company of Elio 59:09

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TWiM pays tribute to Elio Schaechter, former TWiM host, blogger, and microbiologist extraordinaire, then reviews the finding that Archaea produce peptidoglycan hydrolases that kill bacteria - a form of competition. Hosts: Vincent Racaniello, Michael Schmidt, Michele Swanson and Petra Levin. Guest Mark O. Martin. Become a patron of TWiM. Music used …

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Fix Long Covid with These Supplements 33:58

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In the past few weeks there has been another round of a "bug" going around here in Idaho. I started to feel symptoms but hit it hard and knocked out whatever I caught within one day. In this short episode I give a crash course on what I believe to be the most important supplements to take when you feel like you are dealing with a viral infection. I…

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Ep. 756: Sounding Off and Feral Hogs | MeatEater Radio Live! 1:25:52

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Hosts Janis Putelis, Randall Williams, and Brody Henderson recap Janis and Brody's trip to the fish shack, chat about Randall and Steve's latest audiobook project, The Buffalo Hunters, talk with Rich Froning about his new podcast, In Pursuit, go over their top 3 sounds to hear in the woods, and dive deep with guest Parker Hall on feral hogs in Flor…

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Ep. 755: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CLXXIX 44:31

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Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, Seth Morris, Corinne Schneider, Nate Mason, and Sarah Delany. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ep. 754: How to Skin a Sea Otter 22:50

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Steven Rinella talks with Heather Douville and Jimmy Rinella in Alaska. Topics discussed: Big sea otters; the proper skinning technique; the importance of a sharp knife; belly contents; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube See omnystudio.…

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Special Episode: Lina Zeldovich & The Living Medicine 51:44

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The development of antibiotics was one of the greatest turning points in the history of medicine. Bacterial infections that were once death sentences were cured within a matter of days after administration of these lifesaving compounds. But the honeymoon didn’t last long, as resistant bacterial strains emerged and spread. Now, antimicrobial resista…

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Epi is Awesome: A Conversation with Dr. Michael Pistiner, MD, MMSc on Allergic Reactions and How Epinephrine Gets Control. 49:02

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Dr. Mike Pistiner is not just an allergist and immunologist, he’s also an allergy dad and fierce patient advocate. In this episode, Dr. Mike breaks down what allergies are, typical signs and symptoms and how they're treated. Have you been curious about when is the right time to use epinephrine? Then this episode is for YOU! Tune in today! Michael P…

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Quitting Daily Allergy Meds After Decades: A Patient's ILIT Journey 11:06

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Send us a text 3 Shots vs. 5 Years? A Patient's Journey with ILIT Allergy Treatment Patient testimonials are a powerful way to understand the real-world impact of a medical treatment. In this special episode of Allergy Actually, your bestie allergist moms are joined by a very special guest, former U.S. Congressman and radio broadcaster Jason Lewis,…

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Ep. 753: A Life On The Sea 1:16:31

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Steven Rinella talks with Mike Douville, Heather Douville, Janis Putelis, Seth Morris, and Jimmy Rinella in Alaska. Topics discussed: Fishing to support the family; building your own boat; herring fisheries; naming a boat after your daughter; forced into boarding schools; sea stars and salmon sharks; long lining for black cod; diminishing quota all…

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The Link Between Alpha Gal Syndrome and Glyphosate 1:48:54

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You have heard of Lyme disease but have you heard of Alpha Gal Syndrome? It is another condition caused by a tick bite but the symptoms are arguably much worse - becoming allergic to red meat! Affecting over 450,000 Americans, not being able to eat red meat can cause a cascade of downstream effects due to nutrient deficiency. In this episode ANP De…

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Ep. 752: The American Chestnut and Fishing Infomercials | MeatEater Radio Live! 1:05:58

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Hosts Spencer Neuharth, Brody Henderson, and Seth Morris talk with the American Chestnut Foundation's Jared Westbrook about the "near mythical" tree, chat about their favorite First Lite gear to commemorate the Season Opener Sale, play another round of MeatEater Price is Right, and host previous 1-Minute Fishing winner Pat Durkin to see if he can r…

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Ep. 751: The Alaskan Bush Pilot 20:02

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Steven Rinella talks with Vance of Blackrock Aviation in Alaska. Topics discussed: The risks a pilot takes; getting a feeling; visibility and wind; reading the water; the fantasy that you automatically know how to fly a plane; rinsing the plane every day; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter …

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Ep. 750: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CLXXVIII 41:49

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Spencer Neuharth hosts MeatEater Trivia with Randall Williams, Cory Calkins, Roman Schnobrich, and Nate Mason. Connect with MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and YouTube Clips Subscribe to MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Trivia Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Reboot! Hyperkalemia 27:03

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This week, we bring back a classic question for new interns and old hats alike: Why do we give calcium in hyperkalemia? You can read the show notes here! Click here to obtain AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (0.5 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (0.5 hours), or ABIM MOC Part 2 (0.5 hours). Audio edited by Clair Morgan of Nodderly.com. Resident Giancarlo…

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Ep 185 The Great Smog of London: “Thick, drab, yellow, disgusting” 1:14:18

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Some things just go together: peanut butter and jelly, bacon and eggs, milk and cereal, London and smog. Or at least, that’s the way things used to be until the Great Smog of 1952. (Don’t worry, the first three pairings are safe). If you’ve watched The Crown, you may remember an early episode in which a thick, noxious smog surrounded the entire cit…

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Does Your Child Need a 504 Plan for Allergies or Asthma? (Back to School Part 2) 14:09

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Send us a text Welcome back to Part 2 of our essential Back to School series! If you missed Part 1, be sure to go back and listen. In this episode, your bestie allergist moms – Dr. Kara Wada, Dr. Amber Patterson, and Dr. Meagan Shepherd – are diving deeper into the strategies you need to ensure a safe and healthy school year for your child with all…

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Ep. 749: The MeatEater Running Club 1:26:25

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Steven Rinella talks with Jimmy Rinella, Katie Finch, Janis Putelis, Brody Henderson, and Seth Morris. Topics Discussed: Jimmy's public face reveal; Steve's big butt hole; Jani's race and chap ass; unevenly-hanging testes; how another American recently died being charged by a cape buffalo in Africa; the hats that Steve can and can't pull off; and m…

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338: Rewriting the Code of Life 53:22

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TWiM discusses outbreak of Legionnaires disease in Harlem NY, an automated whole genome sequencing platform for bacterial strain typing in clinical microbiology laboratories, building E. coli with a 57-codon genetic code. Links for this episode Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in NY (NY Health) Automated whole genome sequencing for clinical labs (J C…