About this episode

The episode features Dr. Eleanor Spicer-Rice discussing summer insects, particularly mosquitoes, along with listener feedback.

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People in this episode

Guest: Eleanor Spicer-Rice

Topics covered

• insects
• mosquitoes
• summer
• feedback
• comedy

Sponsors

Waver Vibration Plate, OneSkin, Ridge, Factor Meals, Helix Sleep, Jones Road Beauty, Lola Blankets, Honeylove, Quince

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Lipstick Nancy, Inc., Glassbox Media

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