About this episode
This episode explores a dangerous toxin that has affected workers since ancient times and its presence in modern kitchens.
Want to know what toxin has been killing workers since Paleolithic times—and is hiding in modern kitchens? The ancient Romans called it a widow-maker… because husbands died so quickly, some women had as many as seven. Listen to find out! Send us Fan Mail
People in this episode
Host: Dr. JP
Topics covered
- toxins
- health risks
- historical medicine
- kitchen dangers
- worker safety
Keywords
- toxin
- Paleolithic
- ancient Romans
- health
- kitchen
- widow-maker
- worker safety
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Paleolithic, ancient Romans
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