Кращі подкасти про Microbe (2025)

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From Bite to Brain: Revealing Rabies 52:02

5d ago52:02

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This episode pits man’s best friend against one of man’s deadliest foes—rabies doesn’t play fetch nor does it leave many unscathed. Ruan speaks to one health champion and ID friend to many, Professor Lucille Blumberg, and they talk about the virus that turns loyal companions into lethal threats. How to diagnose it, how it's managed and most importa…

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Malaria vaccines: The French episode 25:06

24d ago25:06

25:06

Dans un monde où une piqûre de moustique peut encore être mortelle, il est réconfortant de savoir que notre mentalité s'oriente désormais vers la prévention et l'élimination. Dans cet épisode, Miriam s'entretient avec le Dr Abdouramane Camara, un lauréat de la Bourse d'accélération de carrière en Afrique et pionnier en immunologie, au sujet des vac…

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Malaria vaccines: The English episode 21:54

25d ago21:54

21:54

In a world where a mosquito bite can still be deadly, it is comforting to know that our mindset has shifted towards prevention and elimination. In this episode, Ruan speaks to a fellow recipient of the African Career Acceleration Fellowship, Dr Abdouramane Camara who is a pioneer in immunology, about malarial vaccines. About our Guest: Dr Abdourama…

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Episode 174: Our miniseries for Annual Conference 2025: Andrew Spicer 20:36

1M ago20:36

20:36

We're in Liverpool this week, hosting our annual conference and meeting our members, collaborators and authors. We know that there will be a lot of exciting conversations, interesting presentations and vital networking opportunities happening all over the and wanted to make sure you could keep the excitement going even after the events of the day h…

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Episode 173: Our miniseries for Annual Conference 2025: Guilherme Neumann 9:28

2M ago9:28

9:28

We're in Liverpool this week, hosting our annual conference and meeting our members, collaborators and authors. We know that there will be a lot of exciting conversations, interesting presentations and vital networking opportunities happening all over the and wanted to make sure you could keep the excitement going even after the events of the day h…

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Episode 172: Our miniseries for Annual Conference 2025: Elizabeth O'Gorman 14:20

2M ago14:20

14:20

We're in Liverpool this week, hosting our annual conference and meeting our members, collaborators and authors. We know that there will be a lot of exciting conversations, interesting presentations and vital networking opportunities happening all over the and wanted to make sure you could keep the excitement going even after the events of the day h…

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Empowering AMS: The essential role of Clinical Pharmacists 48:21

2M ago48:21

48:21

Antimicrobial resistance has become one of healthcare's biggest challenges, and in the fight against AMR getting the right drug, the right dose, right indication and the right route is everything. In this episode, we’re exploring the critical role clinical pharmacists play in antimicrobial stewardship (AMS). Join Nonks, the latest microbe messenger…

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Anastasia Theodosiou on controlled human infection with Neisseria lactamica in pregnancy 29:03

2M ago29:03

29:03

Rebecca Barksby of The Lancet Microbe speaks to Dr Anastasia Theodosiou about performing a controlled human infection study in pregnant women investigating mother-to-infant transmission of Neisseria lactamica. Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lanmic/article/PIIS2666-5247(24)00254-4/fulltext?dgcid=buzzsprout_icw_podcast_gene…

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Episode 171: Our miniseries for Annual Conference 2025: Phoebe Crossley 13:48

2M ago13:48

13:48

We're in Liverpool this week, hosting our annual conference and meeting our members, collaborators and authors. We know that there will be a lot of exciting conversations, interesting presentations and vital networking opportunities happening all over the and wanted to make sure you could keep the excitement going even after the events of the day h…

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Don't hesitate, VACCINATE! 41:13

2M ago41:13

41:13

Vaccinations play an important role in both our individual and community health. They help to prevent serious and sometimes deadly diseases by strengthening our immune system. But in recent years this cost effective method of disease prevention has come under the spot light, drawing attention to some myths and misconceptions. In this episode, Dr An…

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Episode 170: Microbiome and thermal tolerance: a new frontier in climate resilience? 19:07

3M ago19:07

19:07

In this episode of Microbe Talk Clare speaks to Judy Li, author on the latest Microbial Primer: Microbiome and thermal tolerance – a new frontier in climate resilience? Clare and Judy chat about the paper, the relatively new field of study and the possible mechanisms of microbes buffering organisms against temperature changes. If you'd like to Judy…

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Susan Meiring, Vanessa Quan, and Nelesh Govender on bloodstream infections in neonates in South Africa 24:38

3M ago24:38

24:38

Elena Dalla Vecchia of The Lancet Microbe speaks to Susan Meiring, Vanessa Quan, and Nelesh Govender about bloodstream infections in neonates at lower-tier South African hospitals. Read the full paper, Pathogen aetiology and risk factors for death among neonates with bloodstream infections at lower-tier South African hospitals: a cross-sectional st…

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Recapping Memorable Microbe Moments 27:58

3M ago27:58

27:58

This episode gives a nod to the show's history while also hinting at the variety of topics discussed. A Journey Through the Microscopic World – Highlights from some memorable episodes Episodes featured in this recap: EP 49: No spleen, how mean! - Asplenia_ Antibiotic prophylaxis EP 59: What's all the buzz about_ Malaria diagnostics EP 33: Would you…

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Episode 169: Coccus Pocus A microbiology inspired scary story competition 12:06

4M ago12:06

12:06

In this episode, Adam talks to Dr Georgios Efthimiou from the University of Hull. Georgios has created a nationwide ‘spooky’ short story competition called Coccus Pocus. This project links outreach and Halloween with microbiology. This creative competition has had a clear impact on 12 – 18-year-olds who find the competition a good way to discover a…

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New kids on the block: A look at the novel agents to treat MDROs 43:14

4M ago43:14

43:14

In this episode Vin talks to experienced microbiologist Dr Jennifer Coetzee about an increasingly urgent issue: multidrug-resistant infections. With resistance to common antibiotics on the rise, the need for novel treatment agents has never been more pressing. Dr. Coetzee shares her insights on the latest treatments making headway in the fight agai…

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Episode 168: Exploring the science of wellness, ageing and death with John Tregoning 25:19

4M ago25:19

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For the first episode of Microbe Talk in 2025, we’re bringing you something fascinating and a bit different— non-communicable diseases. In this special episode, Clare chats with Professor John Tregoning, a Professor in Vaccine Immunology, about his new book, 'Live Forever? A Curious Scientist’s Guide to Wellness, Ageing and Death'. Clare and John c…

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Episode 167: Antimalarial drug resistance: current challenges and future solutions 21:39

5M ago21:39

21:39

In this episode of Microbe Talk Clare spoke to Adam Aspinall who's Senior Director in the Access and Product Management team at Medicines for Malaria Venture. They discuss Malaria, antimalarial drug resistance and the work that Medicines for Malaria Venture is doing to support new drug discovery. If you'd like to find out more about the Microbiolog…

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Probing Infective endocarditis: Part 2 21:19

5M ago21:19

21:19

Who knew that the Duke's criteria could be further modified? In Part 2, Vin and Ruan continue discussing infective endocarditis with the help of skilled cardiologist, Dr Raaesah Bhorat, this time discussing treatment: empiric, targeted and surgical therapy. About our Guest: Dr Raeesa Bhorat is a cardiologist at Sunninghill hospital, working as an i…

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How plants survive winter 17:56

5M ago17:56

17:56

This week, Jeff and Jonathan discuss caring for amaryllis flowers, focusing on the importance of feeding them phosphorus-rich nutrients like bone meal. Jeff then shares fascinating new research explaining how shrubs and trees survive winter through cellular adaptation. Finally, they explore the significance of World Soil Day. All this and more on t…

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Probing Infective endocarditis: Part 1 31:16

6M ago31:16

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Who knew that the Duke's criteria could be further modified? In this episode, Vin and Ruan explore this update to the criterion and other critical aspects of diagnosing and managing infective endocarditis with the help of skilled cardiologist, Dr Raeesa Bhorat. About our Guest: Dr Raaesah Bhorat is a cardiologist at Sunninghill hospital, working as…

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The Impact of Alcohol on the Gut Microbiome: Andrew Day 1:14:12

6M ago1:14:12

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Can drinking alcohol impact our gut health? It sure can. Since our gut health is so crucial for our overall health, this episode focuses on the connection between alcohol consumption and the microbial component of our gut health, the gut microbiome. In this episode, I spoke with microbiology researcher Andrew Day about how alcohol disrupts the gut …

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Episode 166: World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week: pediatric AMR 24:03

6M ago24:03

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For this episode of Microbe Talk Clare is joined by Dr Sanjay Patel, a paediatric infectious disease and immunology consultant at Southampton Children's Hospital and the National Clinical Advisor for Paediatric Antimicrobial Stewardship at NHS England. Clare and Sanjay discuss paediatric AMR, why it's often overlooked and how Sanjay and his colleag…

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The science of thermogenesis 19:41

6M ago19:41

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This week, Jeff and Jonathan kick off their weekly conversation by exploring "forcing the bulb"—a technique that tricks bulbs into blooming early by mimicking the natural temperature cycles of fall, winter, and spring. They explore various strategies, ideal temperatures, and timing for this process. After the break, they examine fascinating plants …

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Winter lawns 27:43

6M ago27:43

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Jeff revisits his disdain for poinsettias while introducing some great winter alternatives: holiday cacti. He breaks down various cacti for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter, highlighting how shortening days and cool nights trigger their growth. Jonathan adds that amaryllis are also superb holiday plants. After the break, the team discusses ways …

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Tis the season (for gardening) 25:38

6M ago25:38

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Jeff is back from his tour of Iceland, Scotland, and England—just in time for snow in Alaska! Speaking of snow, the guys discuss how it isn't necessarily bad for gardens. Known as "poor man's fertilizer," snow acts as an insulator, adds nitrogen to the soil, and releases nutrients slowly as it melts. This slow release is more beneficial than rain d…

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Science-Backed Approaches to Gut Health: Kristina Campbell 1:15:03

7M ago1:15:03

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Gut health has become a major topic in wellness, influencing everything from grocery choices to discussions on social media. Research increasingly shows the gut microbiome’s role in digestion, immunity, and even mood. But with so much information available, it’s hard to separate science from trend. In this episode, I talk with Kristina Campbell, a …

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Episode 165: Black History Month: Amaka Awayne 14:19

7M ago14:19

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The month of October is #BlackHistoryMonth and this year we caught up with Society Champion, Dr Amaka Awayne, on our latest episode of the Microbe Talk podcast. Dr Amaka discusses her insightful experiences as a Black person working in science, as well as how she is contributing to Black History Month this year. Find out how to get more involved wi…

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The neophyte gardener 30:36

7M ago30:36

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This week, Jeff is traveling the world, spreading the message of the soil food web. Meanwhile, Jonathan chats with Evan (the show producer) about his gardening goals, including growing garlic. After the break, Evan interviews Jonathan about his gardening roots and his friendship with Jeff, exploring their long-standing commitment to soil food web g…

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Myco-moments: Interviews from the 4th AIDS-related Mycoses workshop 35:56

7M ago35:56

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In July, Ruan braved the AIDS-related Mycoses workshop held in Cape Town as the lone Microbe messenger. He attended sessions where speakers discussed novel findings in the epidemiology, prevention, diagnosis and therapy for some of the deadliest fungal infections globally. In this episode he and Vin take through some of the brief discussions he had…

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Fall gardening tips 24:06

7M ago24:06

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This week, Jeff and Jonathan are discussing fall lawn care. Should you rake your leaves or mulch them? This year, Jeff isn't doing anything as he'll be traveling. He'll make sure to report back next summer on how things worked out. After the break, the guys explore various indoor gardening methods for the winter months. You can grow a variety of pl…

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Science and poinsettias 19:28

7M ago19:28

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This week, Jeff is teaming with science, sharing some exciting new studies about the effect of white noise on fungi. After the break, the guys discuss recent research on endosymbiosis—the biological relationship where one organism (the endosymbiont) lives inside another (the host). Jeff believes this science is the future of agriculture. Finally, t…

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Episode 164: Looking up at space microbiology 26:24

7M ago26:24

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In aid of space week Clare is looking up into the sky with Dr Katherine Baxter about the exciting field of space microbiology. They chat about how research in space could help with problems back on earth, how microbes behave in space and how they might be key to survival in future space travel. The details of the ways to get involved are below. If …

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Understanding how frost affects your garden 29:59

8M ago29:59

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In this episode, Jeff and Jonathan talk about frost and how it affects gardening. They explain the difference between "hard frost" and "soft frost" (or "light frost"), and how these different types of frost impact plants. They also compare dew and frost, pointing out that dew can actually be good for gardens and lawns at certain times of the year. …

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"Prescription Ice cream" Book review and interview 52:20

8M ago52:20

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This week, we sit down with author, Dr Alastair McAlpine, to discuss his compelling book. In this thought provoking reflection, he shares insights into the unique challenges faced by doctors working in the public sector in South Africa. From systematic shortcomings to personal struggles, he takes us back to what inspired it all. About our Guest: Dr…

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How Microbes Are Useful in Agriculture: Dr. Barry Goldman 53:40

8M ago53:40

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Have you ever stopped to think about the teeming world hidden beneath your feet? It's not just dirt down there; it's a vibrant ecosystem teeming with microbes! These unseen organisms play a critical role in our daily lives, impacting everything from the food we eat to the air we breathe. In this episode, we'll delve into the fascinating world of so…

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All about garlic 42:02

8M ago42:02

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This week, Jeff and Jonathan are talking about mosquitoes, focusing on their surprising scarcity in Alaska. They explore the declining mosquito population in the region, attributing it to warming temperatures. The conversation then shifts to dragonflies, a common predator of mosquitoes and other small insects. It also happens to be one of Alaska’s …

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Cluster flies in the garden 39:06

8M ago39:06

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Jeff recounts his favorite gardening column of all time, where he wrote about the intricate relationship between cluster flies and the soil food web. After the break, the guys debunk some common myths about planting bulbs in the fall. Additionally, they give some good planting tips. Finally, they answer a trio of listener questions, ranging from gr…

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Springtails and the soil food web 29:24

8M ago29:24

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Last week the guys talked about applying organics to the garden to nurture the soil food web. This week, they talk about another contributor to healthy soil: Springtails! Springtails are very small insects that break down organics by ingesting bacteria and fungi. They can also jump about 2 feet. This means when they jump around, they carry bacteria…

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3rd anniversary special episode- Meet the messengers 42:03

8M ago42:03

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Microbe mail turns 3 on the 14th of September, and we wanted to keep things light for this time of the year. In this special episode we flip the script, literally, and swop our usual expert interviews for some team banter as Esther grills the team over a bunsen burner. We promise it’s more fun than a Petri dish! WE'D LOVE YOUR FEEDBACK ON THIS EPIS…

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