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S2E26 Dusk Hunters: The Anatomy of a Blood Meal
Jun 24, 2026
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Outbreak Watch: Line of Sight
Jun 19, 2026
19m 03s
S2E25 Listening for Rain: Microbes, Memories, and Summer Storms
Jun 17, 2026
17m 58s
S2E24 The Tick, the Table, and the Timeline: How a Tick Bite Rewrites Dinner
Jun 10, 2026
39m 52s
S2E23 Storm Surge: Microbes in the Wake of a Hurricane
Jun 3, 2026
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| 6/24/26 | ![]() S2E26 Dusk Hunters: The Anatomy of a Blood Meal | June's Summer Rain series wraps up with a tribute to Gulf Coast mosquitoes. In this episode of Outbreak After Dark, Heather and Kate explore the anatomy of a mosquito bite—from the moment a female mosquito detects carbon dioxide to the itch that keeps you awake long after she's gone. Topics include: • How mosquitoes find humans• Why only female mosquitoes take blood meals• The surprising anatomy hidden inside a mosquito's proboscis• Why mosquito bites itch• Histamine, nerves, and the science of scratching• Why some people attract more mosquitoes than others• Mosquito-borne diseases and changing mosquito ranges• Practical mosquito prevention tips Plus: a Galveston mosquito disaster and an unexpectedly heated discussion about the plural of proboscis. Recipes for Night Hum, Wheal & Fizz, Grilled Proboscides, and Afterbite are available in the accompanying blog post at infectiousdose.com Subscribe to the free weekly newsletter, Field Notes. | 30m 23s | ||||||
| 6/19/26 | ![]() Outbreak Watch: Line of Sight | Outbreak Watch returns with updates on three unfolding biological events and the systems responding to them. This week: • The Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo becomes the largest on record as contact tracing, clean water access, and response operations face growing challenges. • The Andes hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship is behaving as expected, providing an important lesson in what successful containment looks like. • New World screwworm detections in the United States highlight ongoing debates about surveillance, preparedness, and the challenges of responding to an emerging threat when critical systems must be rebuilt. In this episode, we explore visibility, uncertainty, and the operational realities that shape outbreak response long before most people hear about it. For weekly outbreak updates, subscribe to the free Infectious Dose newsletter, Field Notes, at infectiousdose.com | 19m 03s | ||||||
| 6/17/26 | ![]() S2E25 Listening for Rain: Microbes, Memories, and Summer Storms | You can smell rain before it arrives. The air changes. The wind shifts. And somehow, before the first drop falls, you already know a storm is coming. In this immersive episode of Infectious Dose, we explore the science behind that experience. We'll follow a summer storm from distant rain clouds to the microbes living beneath our feet, uncovering the roles of petrichor, geosmin, and the remarkable biology behind one of nature's most beloved scents. Along the way, we'll explore why humans are so sensitive to the smell of rain, how storms become tied to memory, and why a single breath of cool air before a summer downpour can transport us years into the past. Part science story. Part sensory journey. Part summer rain. Experience audio of a real summer storm from Heather's patio Part of our June series: Stories of Summer Rain. Citations in companion blog post at Infectiousdose.com Sign up for the free weekly newsletter, Field Notes | 17m 58s | ||||||
| 6/10/26 | ![]() S2E24 The Tick, the Table, and the Timeline: How a Tick Bite Rewrites Dinner | In this episode of Infectious Dose, Heather explores one of the strangest allergic conditions modern medicine has ever identified: a syndrome in which a tick bite can trigger an allergy to mammalian meat weeks, months, or even years later. Why do symptoms often appear in the middle of the night instead of immediately after a meal? How did a cancer drug help scientists solve the mystery? Where does the alpha-gal molecule come from, and why do ticks seem uniquely capable of triggering this unusual immune response? Join us as we follow the trail from the woods to the dinner table and unravel the science behind alpha-gal syndrome. In this episode: • What alpha-gal syndrome is and how it develops• The surprising role of the Lone Star tick• The cancer drug clue that helped solve the mystery• Why reactions are delayed for hours after eating• Diagnosis, testing, and common misconceptions• Living with AGS and preventing future tick bites• Separating evidence from conspiracy theories Part of our June series, Stories of Summer Rain, this episode explores how warm, wet environments shape the ecosystems around us—and how those ecosystems can unexpectedly shape our health. Referenced resources and scientific citations are available at InfectiousDose.com. Subscribe to Field Notes, the free Infectious Dose newsletter, for weekly Outbreak Watch updates and additional resources. | 39m 52s | ||||||
| 6/3/26 | ![]() S2E23 Storm Surge: Microbes in the Wake of a Hurricane | In this episode of Infectious Dose, Heather explores the infectious disease risks that follow hurricanes, tropical storms, and flooding events. Learn how severe weather changes exposure pathways for pathogens already present in our environment and why recovery can create unique health challenges long after the rain stops. Topics include: • Floodwater and wound infections• Vibrio vulnificus and coastal flooding• Leptospirosis and rodent exposure• Mold and respiratory risks during cleanup• Mosquito blooms after heavy rainfall• Food and water safety after power outages• Building an infectious disease-informed hurricane preparedness kit Plus: A free downloadable Infectious Disease Hurricane Preparedness Guide with checklists, safety tips, emergency reference formulas, and a personal medical information worksheet. Download in companion blog post at Infectious Dose. The storm isn't always the biggest health risk. Sometimes it's the week after. Subscribe to the free Infectious Dose newsletter, Field Notes, here. | 16m 02s | ||||||
| 5/28/26 | ![]() Outbreak Watch: Exactly as Expected | Introducing Outbreak Watch by Infectious Dose. When major outbreaks evolve quickly, Heather will occasionally release these extra episodes featuring timely updates and systems-focused analysis. In this first Outbreak Watch episode, we examine the rapidly escalating Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC and Uganda alongside the continuing Andes hantavirus cluster linked to the MV Hondius cruise ship. We break down the latest WHO numbers, why Ebola transmission is accelerating through conflict-affected mining corridors, what new genomic and geospatial analyses reveal about the outbreak’s spread, and why public-health responders are struggling to contain it amid violence and instability. We also discuss the newest hantavirus cases emerging internationally weeks after passengers returned home, why the slow appearance of additional cases is expected for Andes virus, and how this cluster has already affected global biocontainment logistics. Finally, we look at the U.S. decision to send exposed Americans to a quarantine facility in Kenya instead of bringing them home for monitoring and treatment — and what that reveals about confidence in domestic public-health systems. Pathogens don’t create emergencies in isolation. They exploit the vulnerabilities we leave open for them. | 17m 00s | ||||||
| 5/27/26 | ![]() S2E21 Recorded in Blood: When True Crime Goes Viral | A nurse in Louisiana receives an HIV diagnosis that doesn’t make sense. No clear exposure. No obvious source. And eventually, investigators begin to suspect something far more disturbing. In this episode of Outbreak After Dark, Heather and Kate explore the real case that brought forensic virology into the courtroom for the first time. Through genetic sequencing and phylogenetic analysis, scientists traced the relationships between viruses to help prosecutors build a criminal case against a physician accused of intentionally infecting his former partner. How can a virus become evidence?What can viral evolution reveal?And how do you explain that science to a jury? This is the story of the case that asked whether a virus could testify. Topics include: Forensic virology Viral mutation and transmission Scientific evidence in criminal court Daubert standards The Richard Schmidt case And because this is Outbreak After Dark, there’s also a menu:• Chain of Custody cocktail• Cold Case File mocktail• Trace Evidence Bites• Gel Run Layers dessert All recipes and citations in the companion blog post at infectiousdose.com Subscribe to the free weekly newsletter, Field Notes, to continue the conversation. | 27m 01s | ||||||
| 5/20/26 | ![]() S2E20 Containing Ebola: Fear, Caregiving, and Outbreak Response | A new Ebola outbreak is unfolding in Central Africa — this time caused by Bundibugyo ebolavirus. As cases rise in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, fear and misinformation are spreading too. In this episode, we break down: What Ebola actually is How Ebola spreads — and how it doesn’t Why healthcare workers and caregivers are at highest risk What happens inside the body during Ebola infection Why Ebola outbreaks amplify through strained systems The latest updates on the 2026 Bundibugyo outbreak Newly released genomic data suggesting a possible new spillover event Hot Zone Hotline for listener questions This episode also explores the human side of Ebola outbreaks: caregiving, fear, stigma, survival, and the difficult realities faced by affected communities. Companion blog post with transcript, references, outbreak updates, and photographs from the 1995 Kikwit outbreak: Infectious Dose Subscribe to the free weekly newsletter, Field Notes, for outbreak updates and behind-the-scenes context. | 44m 20s | ||||||
| 5/13/26 | ![]() S2E19 Hantavirus on the High Seas Part 2: What Changed, What Didn’t, and Why the Conversation Got So Messy | Last week, the central question surrounding the MV Hondius outbreak was whether Andes virus was spreading person-to-person at all. This week, the evidence shifted. In Part 2 of Hantavirus on the High Seas, we revisit the major questions from last week’s episode and examine what new genomic data, case timelines, and public-health guidance now suggest about the outbreak. We break down what changed, what remains uncertain, and why the public conversation around “airborne” spread, “prolonged close contact,” and precautionary public-health measures became so messy in real time. Topics include: Updated case timeline and international spread New genomic sequencing analysis Evidence supporting likely person-to-person transmission Why “person-to-person” does not automatically mean “pandemic-level spread” The difference between scientific evidence and public-health operations WHO’s new technical guidance for disembarkation and quarantine The Tristan da Cunha military medical deployment The International Hantavirus Society’s updated statement Why outbreak language became so contentious after COVID This episode is less about headlines and more about learning how scientific understanding evolves while an outbreak is still unfolding. Subscribe to weekly Field Notes to continue the conversation Companion blog post with annotated citations at infectiousdose.com | 35m 37s | ||||||
| 5/6/26 | ![]() S2E18 Hantavirus on the High Seas: How We Talk About Outbreaks When the Evidence Is Still Coming In | A hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship has triggered fear, speculation, and growing debate online about whether the virus could be spreading person-to-person. But what do we actually know right now? In this episode, Heather breaks down the current hantavirus cruise cluster through the lens of science communication and uncertainty. Rather than focusing only on the facts of the outbreak, this episode explores a bigger question: What does trustworthy, imperfect outbreak communication sound like when the evidence is still coming in? Topics include: the timeline of the current cruise ship cases why the first infection almost certainly occurred before boarding the difference between hantavirus “airborne” transmission and viruses like measles what we know about Andes virus and rare person-to-person spread how outbreak investigations work in real time and why “we haven’t ruled it out” is not the same thing as “this is happening” Heather also introduces a practical framework for understanding outbreak communication. This episode is about resisting panic, avoiding false certainty, and rebuilding a clearer understanding of how science works when the story is still unfolding. Heather will also be following the outbreak with updates in her free, weekly newsletter, Field Notes. Subscribe at the link if you want to join the conversation. All citations in the companion blog post at infectiousdose.com | 18m 15s | ||||||
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| 4/29/26 | ![]() S2E17 Remedies and Regrets: The Worst Infection Treatments in History | Imagine getting sick in the 1700s—before microbes were discovered, before antibiotics, and before infection had a clear cause. In this Outbreak After Dark episode, we explore the strange, unsettling, and sometimes surprisingly insightful treatments used to fight disease in the pre-germ theory era. From bloodletting and mercury to tobacco smoke enemas and malariotherapy, these practices reflect a time when medicine was working without seeing the real enemy. Along the way, we also uncover the rare moments when history got it almost right—and how those moments helped shape the science we trust today. Don't forget to sign up for my free weekly newsletter Field Notes, to continue the conversation around each episode. Transcript and annotated citations in companion blog post at infectiousdose.com | 42m 51s | ||||||
| 4/22/26 | ![]() S2E16 The Call Came From Inside: Epstein–Barr virus and the biology of persistence | There’s a virus you probably already have. Epstein–Barr virus infects nearly 95% of adults worldwide. For many, it shows up once—fatigue, a sore throat, maybe a diagnosis of mononucleosis—and then disappears. But EBV doesn’t disappear. It stays, establishing lifelong infection inside B cells—the very cells responsible for immune memory. Most of the time, the immune system keeps it under control. But EBV is not passive. It shifts between latency and reactivation, adapts to immune pressure, and in some cases contributes to cancer and chronic disease. In this episode, we explore: How EBV infects epithelial cells and B cells The molecular mechanisms that allow it to persist for life Latency, reactivation, and immune system control Why EBV is linked to cancers like Hodgkin lymphoma and nasopharyngeal carcinoma How host genetics and viral variation shape disease risk And what new research suggests about finally preventing infection This isn’t just a story about a virus. It’s a story about what happens when infection never truly ends. Want to go deeper? Field Notes is my free, weekly newsletter where I expand on one key idea from each episode. It’s not a summary—it’s a shift in perspective. Subscribe here. Annotated citations are in the companion blog post at infectiousdose.com | 20m 41s | ||||||
| 4/15/26 | ![]() S2E15 Scratching the Surface: How We Miss Murine Typhus | Murine typhus is a flea-borne bacterial infection that continues to circulate in parts of the United States, particularly in urban and suburban environments. But it’s often missed—because its symptoms are nonspecific, its rash may be subtle or absent, and it doesn’t fit the diagnostic patterns clinicians expect. In this episode, we explore: How murine typhus is transmitted (and why fleas matter more than you think) The role of urban ecology, including opossums, rodents, and flea vectors What happens biologically when Rickettsia typhi infects endothelial cells Why these infections are frequently misdiagnosed or overlooked This is not just an episode about typhus—it’s about how recognition fails, and what that means for the diseases hiding in plain sight. Also in this episode, introducing Field Notes, the new, free email newsletter companion to the episodes - not a recap, but what stays with Heather after the episodes. Issues are sent mid-morning after episodes drop. Sign up on the website if you want to receive Field Notes. Companion blog post with transcript and all citations is at infectiousdose.com | 25m 06s | ||||||
| 4/8/26 | ![]() S2E14 In the Quiet Hours: A Year of Science and Storytelling | One year in, Heather steps back to reflect on what this podcast has become—and what changed along the way. What started as a focus on clear, accurate science grew into something more layered: an exploration of how trust, systems, and lived experience shape the way people understand infectious disease. It also opened the door to creative storytelling, immersive formats, and conversations that challenged her own assumptions. This episode includes a few short clips from the past year—moments that capture the range of the show, from unsettling to unexpected to quietly funny. If you want to keep following those threads a little further, Heather is starting a free, weekly companion called Field Notes—a place to sit with one idea from each episode and see where it leads. The first issue arrives with next week's episode. Whether you’ve been listening from the beginning or just found your way here, thank you so much for listening. We're glad you’re here. Companion blog post at Infectiousdose.com | 19m 43s | ||||||
| 4/1/26 | ![]() S2E13 Inside the Suit: An immersive walk through a BSL-4 lab | You’re about to step inside a BSL-4 lab. Not a tour.Not an explanation. An experience. You’ll move through clearance.Suit up.Connect to air.And cross the threshold into one of the most controlled environments in the world. Inside, the work is methodical. Quiet. Precise. And everything you think you know about these labs… starts to shift. Put your headphones on.And step inside. More information and resources can be found at infectiousdose.com. | 34m 35s | ||||||
| 3/25/26 | ![]() S2E12 The Bell, the Beak, and the Mark: Plague Doctors and the Fear of Contagion | The plague doctor: a symbol of fear, medicine, and mystery. But were they really the heroes we imagine—or something more complicated? In this Outbreak After Dark episode, we explore the real history behind the iconic beaked mask. From medieval theories of “bad air” to the rise of quarantine systems and early public health policy, we follow the evolution of plague response—and the role of the doctors at its center. Along the way, we unpack: What plague doctors actually did (and didn’t do) Why their treatments were mostly ineffective How quarantine emerged as one of the few strategies that worked The rise of epidemic bureaucracy—and what it meant for ordinary people Why the plague doctor image still resonates today This episode also explores the emotional reality behind the mask—both in the past and in modern medicine—and asks a deeper question: What does care look like when distance becomes necessary? 🔥 Plus: our themed Masks & Miasma snack break, with recipes and all citations in the blog post at infectiousdose.com | 38m 41s | ||||||
| 3/18/26 | ![]() S2E11 The Vaccine Safety Files: Guided Tour (Systems Edition) | What if the biggest misunderstandings about vaccine safety aren’t just about the science—but about how the system communicates it? In this updated guided tour of the Vaccine Safety Series, Heather maps the episodes that break down how vaccines are tested, monitored, and evaluated—and where communication and institutional failures have contributed to confusion and mistrust. This episode is designed to help you navigate the series—whether you’re new, revisiting key topics, or looking for the right episode to share with someone who has questions. Because understanding the science matters. But understanding the system matters too. Where to go next in the Vaccine Safety Series: 👉 Too Many Vaccines Too Soon? — Understanding the childhood vaccine schedule 👉 Expecting Protection — Vaccines during pregnancy 👉 The Wakefield Story — How misinformation took hold All citations in the blog posts at infectiousdose.com | 27m 49s | ||||||
| 3/11/26 | ![]() S2E10 Upstream of Misinformation: Mark Ungrin on Scientific Errors, Institutional Policy, and Public Trust | When we talk about misinformation in public health, we usually imagine social media, conspiracy theories, or individuals misunderstanding science. But what if some of the most influential misinformation starts somewhere else? In this episode of Infectious Dose, Heather speaks with biomedical researcher Dr. Mark Ungrin about how scientific ideas move through institutional systems and why correcting errors can be surprisingly difficult once they become embedded in policy. They discuss: Why “human error” is often a misleading explanation for systemic failures How flawed studies can shape public health guidance Why institutional hierarchies can make correcting mistakes difficult The role of evidence-based medicine in shaping policy decisions Why transparency and accountability are essential for rebuilding public trust This conversation explores how misinformation can emerge from institutional processes themselves — and why understanding those systems is critical for responding more effectively to future pandemics and biological threats. 👉Dr. Ungrin's Talk: Science, Pseudoscience and Public Policy https://whn.global/science-pseudoscience-and-public-policy/ Transcript and sources at infectiousdose.com | 1h 00m 34s | ||||||
| 3/4/26 | ![]() S2E9 Under the Skin: The Evolving Story of Mpox | Mpox isn’t just a headline from 2022. In this episode, we explore what scientists have learned about mpox since the global outbreak — from how the virus moves through the body to why its lesions can be so painful. We break down the biology of orthopoxviruses, the surprising role of human immune enzymes in shaping viral evolution, and the emergence of a new lineage known as clade Ib that researchers are watching closely. We also look at the bigger picture: wildlife reservoirs, genomic surveillance, vaccine strategies, and the global inequities that shape how outbreaks unfold. Mpox is not the most transmissible virus, nor the most lethal. But it offers a clear window into how zoonotic diseases evolve — and what happens when global attention fades while transmission continues. Topics covered: Mpox symptoms and pathogenesis How the virus spreads APOBEC3 mutations and viral evolution Clade Ib and emerging lineages Wildlife reservoirs and spillover Vaccines, antivirals, and public health response Global inequity in outbreak response See blog post at Infectiousdose.com for all citations. | 50m 06s | ||||||
| 2/25/26 | ![]() S2E8 Love Bites: Microbes That Hijack Affection | What if attraction isn’t entirely yours? In this Outbreak After Dark episode, Heather, Kate, and Sam gather around the campfire to explore the parasites, fungi, and viruses that manipulate behavior in the name of survival. We’re talking: Toxoplasma gondii, the parasite that dampens rodents’ fear of cats The lancet liver fluke, which turns ants into grazing bait Ophiocordyceps, the real-life “zombie ant” fungus Baculoviruses that liquefy caterpillars from the treetops Hairworms that drive crickets into water Limb-altering trematodes that make frogs easier prey Insect viruses that disrupt courtship songs and pheromones And the global rise of antifungal-resistant Candidozyma (Candida) auris Then we turn the lens toward humans. Do gut microbes influence mood and attraction? Are pheromones real? What happens to your microbiome when you kiss someone? (Answer: about 80 million bacteria exchange in ten seconds.) This episode blends behavioral ecology, evolutionary strategy, fungal cautionary tales, and just enough snack-fueled chaos to keep it campfire-worthy. Because love isn’t always sweet. Sometimes it’s optimized. 🔥 Recipes for Parasite Punch, Symbiosis Spritz, Zombie Ant Tapenade Toasts, and Courtship Clusters are available on infectiousdose.com. | 48m 54s | ||||||
| 2/18/26 | ![]() S2E7 At the Edge of Spillover: The Nipah Paradox | Nipah virus scares virologists, and for good reason. It infects endothelial cells and neurons. It can cause fatal encephalitis. It spreads from bats to humans, and sometimes between people. So why does it keep burning out? In this episode of Infectious Dose, we examine: Henipavirus biology and receptor usage (ephrin-B2/B3) Why neurotropism drives severity Why outbreaks are small but deadly Why R₀ remains low What would actually have to change for Nipah to go pandemic Why spillover keeps recurring in Kerala And why survival does not always mean full recovery This is a grounded look at pandemic thresholds — not panic headlines. Preparedness requires vigilance not hysteria. All citations in the companion blog post at infectiousdose.com | 35m 27s | ||||||
| 2/11/26 | ![]() S2E6 The Syphilis Surge: Echoes of Betrayal in a Broken Health System | Syphilis is back—and it never really left. In this episode, we break down how a curable, preventable infection is resurging to cause a public health crisis across the U.S., and globally, especially among pregnant people and newborns. We unpack the science behind Treponema pallidum, the public health failures driving the crisis, and why trust in health systems is still broken—from Tuskegee to today. Plus: what you need to know about testing, treatment, and why a shot of penicillin makes all the difference. Sources at Infectiousdose.com | 19m 23s | ||||||
| 2/6/26 | ![]() On Silence, Science, and Complicity: A Statement From Infectious Dose | This short, standalone episode is a statement of ethics. It explains why this podcast will not remain silent in the face of state violence, the dismantling of public health, and the normalization of harm against vulnerable people. It clarifies the ethical boundaries that guide the work behind Infectious Dose: that science is for everyone, but cruelty, authoritarianism, and the protection of abuse are not neutral positions. This episode is not a scientific explainer and not an invitation to debate. It exists to make clear where this podcast stands, why silence is not an option, and why evidence, accountability, and human rights are inseparable from public health. | 3m 09s | ||||||
| 2/4/26 | ![]() S2E5 RSV: Symptoms, Spread, and Prevention | RSV is one of the most common respiratory viruses — and a leading cause of hospitalization in young children worldwide. In this solo episode, I explain what RSV is, how it spreads, and what illness typically looks like in babies, children, and adults. We cover when RSV can be managed at home, how to recognize breathing-related red flags, when to go to the ER or call an ambulance, and what supportive care actually helps. The episode also looks at the current RSV landscape, including rising cases in parts of the U.S. and new prevention tools — maternal vaccination and long-acting monoclonal antibodies — that are dramatically reducing severe RSV disease in infants. Clear, practical, and evidence-based. https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/chest-lungs/Pages/RSV-When-Its-More-Than-Just-a-Cold.aspx | 23m 17s | ||||||
| 1/28/26 | ![]() S2E4 Eight Legs, Endless Fear: Spiders and the Skin Crawling Truth | Spiders inspire some of our deepest fears—but are they actually as dangerous as we think? In this Outbreak After Dark episode, Heather, Sam, and Kate dig into the real science behind spiders, venom, and so-called “spider bites,” separating evidence from exaggeration. Along the way, they unpack persistent myths, medical misattribution, and why spiders loom so large in outbreak lore—despite rarely being the culprit. Creepy? Yes. Deadly? Usually not. Welcome to Outbreak After Dark. Editor's Note: While this episode leans into humor and fear, spiders play an important ecological role and are rarely a danger to humans. See companion blog post at infectiousdose.com for full transcript and references. | 41m 57s | ||||||
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