Podcasts about Smallpox

What is humanity's greatest achievement? Language? Science? Space travel? I'm not sure how you define greatness, but I would offer this one for consideration: A little over 40 years ago, humankind eradicated smallpox. In today's episode, a celebration of the knowledge, the work, and the people who made it happen. And why they deserve to be remembered and celebrated.ReferencesAli Maow Maalin. (2025). Wikipedia; Wikimedia Foundation. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ali_Maow_MaalinBBC. (2008, March 25). War-torn Somalia eradicates polio. Bbc.co.uk; BBC. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/7312603.stmBerche, P. (2022). Life and Death of Smallpox. La Presse Médicale, 51(3). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lpm.2022.104117Breman, J. (2017). Donald Ainslie (D. A.) Henderson, MD, MPH (1928–2016) smallpox eradication: Leadership and legacy. The Journal of Infectious Diseases, 215(5), 673–676. https://doi.org/10.1093/infdis/jiw640Brink, S. (2019). What's the real story about the milkmaid and the smallpox vaccine? Npr.org. https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2018/02/01/582370199/whats-the-real-story-about-the-milkmaid-and-the-smallpox-vaccineCDC. (2024a, November 6). History of Smallpox. Smallpox. https://www.cdc.gov/smallpox/about/history.htmlCDC. (2024b, November 6). Signs and Symptoms of Smallpox. Smallpox. https://www.cdc.gov/smallpox/signs-symptoms/index.htmlDiepenbrock, G. (2015, April 21). Book details misconceptions about smallpox's role in Native depopulation. KU News. https://news.ku.edu/news/article/2015/04/20/book-details-misconceptions-about-smallpoxs-role-native-depopulation-and-europeanGibbons, A. (2016, December 8). Virus found in child mummy suggests recent rise of deadly smallpox. Www.science.org. https://www.science.org/content/article/virus-found-child-mummy-suggests-recent-rise-deadly-smallpoxInstitute of Medicine (US) Board on Health Promotion and Disease Prevention. (2009). SCIENTIFIC BACKGROUND ON SMALLPOX AND SMALLPOX VACCINATION. Nih.gov; National Academies Press (US). https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK221063/Jonathan , J. (2023, June 9). The white lie at the heart of vaccine history. Office for Science and Society. https://www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/medical-critical-thinking-history/white-lie-heart-vaccine-historyMayo Clinic. (n.d.). History of Smallpox: Outbreaks and Vaccine Timeline. Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/history-disease-outbreaks-vaccine-timeline/smallpoxNational Foundation for Infectious Diseases. (2023, May 8). The Triumph of Science: The Incredible Story of Smallpox Eradication - NFID. Https://Www.nfid.org/. https://www.nfid.org/the-triumph-of-science-the-incredible-story-of-smallpox-eradication/O'Neill, A. (2024, October 7). Number of countries where smallpox was eradicated 1872-1977. Statista. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1108182/smallpox-eradication-by-country/Science Museum. (2019, April 25). Smallpox and the story of vaccination. Science Museum. https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/objects-and-stories/medicine/smallpox-and-story-vaccinationWorld Health Organization. (1998, March). Building on success. World Health, 51(2), 10–11. https://iris.who.int/bitstream/handle/10665/331271/WH-1998-Mar-Apr-p10-11-eng.pdfWorld Health Organization. (2025). History of Smallpox Vaccination. Www.who.int; World Health Organization. https://www.who.int/news-room/spotlight/history-of-vaccination/history-of-smallpox-vaccination

Episode: 1041 A Chinese pharmacopoeia -- 2000 years ago.  Today, we ask how the Chinese managed to hide their candle under a bushel.

Downeast Mike Episode 132 *News & Commentary* Friday, March 28th, 2025Our Motto: Some of this is whimsy – some of this is true – the interpretation of it all is entirely up to you! Did you know? Downeast Mike contains no mean words! Just wholesome goodness from Downeast Maine. In today's episode: Maine Potato Tariff War With Canada (1935) Hydro-Electric Power Plant Waterville (1899) Smallpox Scare (1899)Horse Cart Meets Electric Train In Bath (1899)All New Segment – Downeast Dating!Thank you for listening! Please send your story suggestions, comments and requests to mike(@)downeastmike.com

#0179 John and Abigail Adams' Letters, Government Shutdown, Xenophobic Nationalist Apologetics, Ben & Jerry's: Abortion Ice Cream, Nicki Knows Facts, and The Great Divorce Chapter 5 Introduction Government Shutdown Avoided Cut 1 Narrowly avoided a shutdown Senate passes GOP-led bill to avoid government shutdown Cut 2 Do you remember these moments? https://youtu.be/KPQScyuH-QE?si=LZ8wV2GmMB1H3pXe Cut 3 See where Dems are now? https://www.youtube.com/shorts/IqLxHd9GbSA They do not believe what they said, they are liars. Remember this when discussing abortion, LGBT issues, and government shutdowns. Xenophobic Nationalist Apologist Moment Cut 4 https://youtu.be/Js15xgK4LIE?t=2429 From here until about 44:14 Cut 5 The issue with the Left not understanding Ethics vs Morality and being totally clueless as to what they believe: https://youtu.be/Js15xgK4LIE?t=1531 - 31:10 Cut 6 This immigrant aptly dealt with the Social Security Issue: https://youtu.be/Js15xgK4LIE?t=3375 - 1:04:15 Love is NOT Blind Here we see encapsulated in a horrible show, a horrible bride, a horrible groom, and perhaps a horrible church, why the West is dying: Cut 7 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0WD82ZmpJU Where was this man's Church? Was he ever confronted on this? Has he never thought about it? Was he so spineless he couldn't stand up to her or did he just not have a strong enough opinion. More: https://www.reddit.com/r/LoveIsBlindNetflix/comments/1jah81z/bens_tiktok_response_part_2_ben_brings_the/ A Culture Flavored in Abortion With footage from the Women's March on 030825 has been flooding our screens this past week, I'm led to ask: what exactly does this day mean at this point? Cut 8 https://www.instagram.com/benandjerrys/reel/DG8xxaSvwKK/ Cut 9-14 Ben and Jerry's Political Statement on Abortion We see this idea that abortion is inextricably intertwined with women's rights, to the point where we're back to debating the right of Churches to abstain for paying for abortions: Cut 15 https://washingtonstand.com/news/shocking-court-rules-church-must-include-abortion-in-employee-health-care-plan- Cut 16 For International Women's Day, Dylan Mulvaney was on the View, and here is what Whoopi had to say: https://youtu.be/_hEldny3f74?t=467 What is the agenda truly here? How does confusing and separating Gender Roles divorce us from our understanding of God? John Adams' Letter to Abigail Adams 1776 Summary of each Paragraph: Cut 17-18: Paragraph 1: If we had declared independence 7 months ago, we could have taken Canada, but the fractious nature of the Convention and the Tories ultimately stymied our best shot of winning Quebec. This loss of opportunity provides Britain with a foothold on our northern border, disadvantages us. Cut 19 Paragraph 2: None of that truly matters, however, because of the terrible epidemic of Smallpox that broke out amongst our troops. God is aware of this, and we should be looking to Him to see why these events have turned out the way they have. Cut 20 Paragraph 3: The bright side of the delay is this: The idea of Reconciliation between Britain and America is dead. Everyone knows what must be done now. We all understand what is ahead and have a sober mind to that end. The Union is formed and strong in a manner not possible 6 months ago. Cut 21 Paragraph 4: July 2nd , 1776 will always live in memory as a beautiful day for liberty and of God's Providence. Cut 22 Paragraph 5: You may think me silly with joy, but I understand how dark the coming days and years will be. God will carry us through. https://founders.archives.gov/documents/Adams/04-02-02-0016 Nicki Knows Facts Time Zone Trouble: Why were they first conceived and what is Daylight Savings Time? Cut 23-25 The Great Divorce Chapter 5 Cut 26-33 Closing What's your bucket list trip PNGs of the cuts (NOT the real ones, *my png isn't playing….lol*)

Host: Carol MacAllister Guest: Barbara (Bobbie) Walsh Description: Today, we all take vaccines for granted, and some even ignore them, but most seniors remember the diseases that plagued our childhoods and for which vaccines were miracle cures. Bobbie Walsh was one of those unsung heroes who worked tirelessly for 32 years creating vaccines for many diseases, but notably smallpox, which killed 300 million people in the 20th century alone. This is the story of how the smallpox vaccine was created in our central PA backyard (the Wyeth Labs in Marietta). On May 8, 1980, the World Health Organization declared smallpox eradicated worldwide. But if it should rear its ugly head again, the CDC still has enough vaccine to stop it.

Tonix Pharmaceuticals CEO Dr. Seth Lederman joined Steve Darling from Proactive to announce that the company has been awarded a grant from the Medical CBRN Defense Consortium to support the continued development of its next-generation vaccine candidate. MCDC is a consortium comprising industrial, academic, and non-profit organizations that assist the U.S. government in advancing medical solutions to protect against chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats. Dr. Lederman explained that the vaccine candidate is being developed as an improved immunization option for mpox and smallpox, with the potential for delivery via innovative alternative methods designed to enhance patient compliance, ease of administration, and overall tolerability. The MCDC grant will support comprehensive market analyses, target market identification, and commercialization planning for both private and government sectors. The investigational vaccine is a minimally replicating live-virus formulation based on a modified orthopoxvirus. It has demonstrated the ability to provide single-dose immune protection against mpox in preclinical studies while offering improved tolerability compared to traditional live-virus vaccines. Previous studies have also shown its effectiveness in protecting animals from lethal intratracheal exposure to a more virulent strain of the mpox virus. Tonix is currently preparing for Phase 1 clinical trials in both the United States and Kenya. Kenya, which is on the outskirts of an MPOX outbreak in Africa, presents an opportunity to test the vaccine in an area with a growing case burden. #proactiveinvestors #tonixpharmaceuticalsholdingcorp #nasdaq #tnxp #Biotech #MPOXVaccine #Smallpox #TNX801 #VaccineDevelopment #ClinicalTrials #PharmaceuticalNews #MedicalResearch #WHO #GlobalHealth #InfectiousDiseases #Biopharma #ProactiveInvestors

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"Place is of very little consequence," Mary Sewall of Marblehead wrote to her sister in Nova Scotia in 1799," except as it brings you near to those whom by nature you are most nearly allied."  The Sewall sisters had been separated by war, yet family ties endured and complicated their relationships in the post-Revolutionary world.   Patrick O'Brien of the University of Tampa, writing about the divided families of Marblehead, joins us to talk about the ties sundered by the Revolution and those that remained.Tell us what you think! Send us a text message!

The summer series continues, and it's more science. Today's special guest is infectious diseases physician Dr Trent Yarwood.In this episode we talk about infectious diseases, of course, from smallpox to long covid, and HIV to measles. But we also discuss the appendix, biological warfare, norovirus, poo, and the medical semiotics of bow ties.Full podcast details and credits at:https://the9pmedict.com/edict/00242/Please consider supporting this podcast with your cash-type money:https://the9pmedict.com/tip/https://skank.com.au/subscribe/

In this episode, Therese Markow and Richard Conniff discuss his book "Ending Epidemics," which explores the history of infectious diseases and vaccines. Richard highlights the evolution from ancient humoral theories, which thrived for nearly 2000 years, to modern germ theory, emphasizing the importance of cleanliness and vaccination. He recounts the development of the smallpox vaccine by Edward Jenner and the polio vaccine by Jonas Salk, noting initial resistance and the success of widespread vaccination. He also addresses the current resistance to COVID-19 vaccines, stressing the importance of balancing vaccine risks against disease risks. He also warns of the dangers of withdrawing from global health organizations like the WHO.    Key Takeaways: The Semmelweis Reflex is the tendency of people to stick with what they already believe and ignore clear evidence that it's wrong. Smallpox has been eradicated. In many areas, they were still using Jenner's vaccine, which still worked up until 1980. With some viruses,  illnesses are dormant but can crop up later in life, such as chickenpox and shingles.  Viruses hide in the nervous system When you are thinking about vaccines, think about the disease, and then think about what the relative risk of the vaccine is versus the risk of the disease.   "The problem is that people can develop these imaginary problems with vaccines because they do not have any conception of how awful the disease is that the vaccine is preventing." —  Richard Conniff   Episode References:  Ending Epidemics: A History of Escape from Contagion - https://mitpress.mit.edu/9780262552974/ending-epidemics/ The Species Seekers: Heroes, Fools, and the Mad Pursuit of Life on Earth - https://wwnorton.com/books/9780393341324     Connect with Richard Conniff: Professional Bio: https://mitpress.mit.edu/author/richard-conniff-39217/  Website: https://strangebehaviors.wordpress.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-conniff-9689a02/    Connect with Therese: Website: www.criticallyspeaking.net Threads: @critically_speaking Email: theresemarkow@criticallyspeaking.net      Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.  

NanoViricides CEO Dr Anil Diwan joined Steve Darling from Proactive shared pivotal updates with Proactive, announcing the company's engagement of a Clinical Research Organization to conduct a Phase II clinical trial for its innovative broad-spectrum antiviral therapy. This milestone represents a significant step in advancing the therapy through the regulatory process. The upcoming Phase II trial will evaluate the effectiveness of the therapy in treating MPox, a disease caused by the human Mpox virus that has triggered a regional pandemic in parts of Africa, including the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. In 2024, the World Health Organization declared MPox a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Currently, no approved treatments exist for infections caused by this virus. The therapy has shown strong antiviral activity in preclinical studies, particularly against an orthopoxvirus model that serves as a critical predictor of efficacy for MPox and Smallpox. Notably, its effectiveness matched that of tecovirimat, a widely recognized antiviral, in both direct skin and lung infection models. Dr. Diwan underscored the potential impact of this therapy in addressing a pressing global health challenge, positioning NanoViricides as a leader in developing innovative treatments for diseases caused by orthopoxviruses. With this trial, the company aims to provide a critical solution to an urgent unmet medical need. #proactiveinvestors #nanoviricidesinc #nyseamerican #nnvc

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On this episode, Jamie West tells us about a scandal in 1882 with the Lexington City Physician. J.C. Harpham, as city physician, was required to attend the patients living in the smallpox hospital on the outskirts of town. It quickly came out that he was, in fact, only pretending to go visit the patients. He was replaced immediately, and he and his family left Lexington under a cloud of scandal.The research for this episode was done by Sarah Hubbard, Kentucky Room Manager.

Abdul and Katelyn break down the latest in appointments to the new administration. They also discuss the latest news about H5N1 (hint, it's still bad), and new study's findings about how the HPV vaccine decimated cervical cancer rates among young women. Then Abdul sits down with Dr. Bill Foege, the public health leader and former CDC director who led the effort to eradicate smallpox, to talk about his new book “Change is Possible: Reflections on the History of Global Health.” This show would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. America Dissected invites you to check them out. This episode was brought to you by: Marguerite Casey Foundation: Sign up now to get your free Boston Review issue delivered to your door at CaseyGrants.org/State. Quince: Gift luxury this holiday season, without the luxury price tag. Go to quince.com/AD to get free shipping and 365-day returns. Blueland: To take advantage of their best sale of the year for up to 30% off your entire order, go to blueland.com/america. Reclaimed: This podcast takes you back to the very beginning when the Navajo reservation was first created. And it reveals the history of oppression and exclusion that led the Navajo to this point — and why their future is still uncertain. You can listen to “Reclaimed” wherever you get podcasts. And don't forget to visit the America Dissected store for the Holiday sale! We've got our logo mugs, t-shirts, and hoodies and our “Vaccines Work. Science Matters.” shirts on sale now! Go to store.americadissected.com, promo code “Holiday.”

It's THANKSGIVING!  You might be traveling to your family's house right now for some great political debate and dinner.  We know what's up and remember that family gatherings are only made better by reminding yourself that you are an adult and allowed to drink all the alcohol you want.  Get loaded and let Uncle Man and Aunt Lady know what you really think of their dry-ass turkey! And now, for the episode. Right Coast Pizza put out an ad in an edgy music magazine.  The ad showed a pilgrim woman offering a pizza to an indigenous man and apologizing for "all the smallpox."  The ad was meant to be funny, but instead it created a social media backlash and both the magazine and the restaurant apologized.  A town meeting was held and ended in hugs, but did that make everything OK? Thanksgiving is a national holiday that was meant to unite a divided American country after a terrible and bloody civil war.  It later became the starting line in the race to Christmas, but it has always been intended as the one holiday that everyone can celebrate as an American. Except that not everyone sees Thanksgiving as something to celebrate and says "no thank you" to pizza and smallpox. The Official AI Recap: Welcome to "Apologies Accepted," where hosts Theo and Juliette take a dive into the nuances of public apologies, offering a unique lens on historical and contemporary issues. In this Thanksgiving-themed episode, they wander through a light-hearted discussion on holiday traditions and swiftly move into a thought-provoking examination of cultural sensitivity, sparked by an ill-fated Thanksgiving advertisement from a Colorado pizza restaurant. The ad featured a racially insensitive portrayal of a Thanksgiving scene, leading to public backlash and serious discussions about the perception of historical events. Theo and Juliette analyze the situation, additional context of smallpox-infected blankets as biological warfare against Native Americans, and explore the intricacies of offering a sincere apology in situations entwined with racial insensitivity.

I am honestly surprised this subject has not come up yet, because it is humorous....jk that was so lame. HUMORS! Lets talk about how "medicine" used to be and what philosophers and doctors (and even barbers?) thought about the human body. If you were sick, "hysterical," or struggling with "depraved habits," then the four humors (blood, yellow bile, black bile, and phlegm) were out of balance, you simply needed a good bloodletting. Where did this idea come from and how did it effect society? What does George Washington have to do with it? Oh, and smallpox and its relatives!! I swear we'll connect it all! Thank you to all of our listeners and supporters! Please feel free to leave a comment or send us a DM for any questions, suggestions, or just to say, "hi." Support us on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/thepoisonersalmanac⁠ Follow us on socials: The Poisoner's Almanac on IG- ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/poisoners_almanac?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠⁠ Adam- ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@studiesshow?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠⁠ Becca- ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@yobec0?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠⁠ Merch is finally live, with more to follow in the future! https://www.poisonersalmanac.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goldstar002/support

Discover the fascinating history of vaccines in this episode of History Ignited!

December 9, 1979. A commission of scientists declare that the scourge of the world – the infectious and deadly virus smallpox - has been eradicated. This episode originally aired in 2021.Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more.History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser.Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The story behind the only human disease we have managed to completely eradicate.

Why did the bacterium cross the road? To get to the Join the Docs podcast, of course! In this infectiously funny episode, Dr. Nigel Guest, our ever-curious family practitioner, sits down with none other than Yersinia pestis, the infamous bacterium behind the bubonic plague (). With a twinkle in his eye and a stethoscope around his neck, Dr. Guest dives into a conversation that's as infectious as it is informative, exploring the historical havoc wreaked by this notorious, nasty microbe.Ever wondered what it's like to be the life of the pandemic party? Yersinia pestis, doesn't hold back. Reflecting on its "achievements" with a mix of pride and humour, Yersinia boasts about its role in various outbreaks, including the infamous Black Death. "I was the original person to go viral ," the bacterium recounts its glory days, clearly demonstrating it does not know the difference between a virus and a bacterium butspreading faster than a juicy piece of gossip in a small town, and chuckles about its current status in the microbial hall of shame—er, fame.How does one bacterium manage to stay plague-fully relevant for centuries? Yersinia pestis attributes its longevity to a combination of adaptability and a flair for the dramatic. "I've always known how to make an entrance," it says with a wink, "and let's face it, who doesn't love a good comeback story?" The conversation takes a turn for the hilarious as Yersinia shares anecdotes from its plaguey past, including a particularly memorable stint in 14th-century Europe.Is it possible to make a deadly pathogen sound charming? Dr. Nigel Guest certainly thinks so, as he navigates the interview with the skill of a seasoned talk show host. "You've certainly left your mark on history," he says, barely suppressing a chuckle. Yersinia responds with a mischievous grin, "Well, you know what they say, go big or go home!" The episode wraps up with a light-hearted discussion on modern medicine and the bacterium's current status, proving that even the most sinister microbes can have a sense of humour.This episode is a rollicking, germ-spreading ride through time, disease, and laughter, guaranteed to leave you both educated and entertained. So grab your headphones, settle in, and get ready to laugh your way through the plagues of infectious history with Dr. Nigel Guest and the ever-entertaining Yersinia pestis.—--DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed on Join the Docs are those of Dr. Nigel Guest, Jonathan Sackier and other people on our show. Be aware that Join the Docs is not intended to be medical advice, it is for information and entertainment purposes only - please, always take any health concerns to your doctor or other healthcare provider. We respect the privacy of patients and never identify individuals unless they have consented. We may change details, dates, place names and so on to protect privacy. Listening to Join the Docs, interacting on our social media, emailing or writing to us does not establish a doctor patient relationship.To Contact Us: For a deeper dive on this episode's issue, merchandise and exclusive content, head to www.jointhedocs.comFollow us on youtube.com/JoinTheDocs Follow us on instgram.com/JoinTheDocsFollow us on tiktok.com/JoinTheDocsFollow us on: facebok.com/JoinTheDocsFollow us on: x.com/JoinTheDocs

Did you know there are more people accused of witchcraft in Andover than in Salem during the 1692 trials? Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they travel 18 miles from Salem to this northern Massachusetts town. To the home to Martha Carrier, the Queen of Hell. But what else made Andover a hot spot for accusations? Was it church politics? Smallpox outbreaks? Or perhaps bringing the afflicted girls through town to investigate?   In the Shadow of Salem: The Andover Witch Hunt of 1692 by Richard Hite The Salem Witch Trials by Marilynne K. Roach "Andover Bewitched" Historybuzz https://www.wmur.com/article/salem-witch-cleared-thanks-to-eighth-grade-teacher-students/40825018 https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/welcome-to-andover/ https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/john-ballard-home-site-of/ https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/search/?terms=andover&year=&month=&day= https://andoverma.gov/ https://andoverhistorical.org/history-witch-hysteria   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com 

Did you know there are more people accused of witchcraft in Andover than in Salem during the 1692 trials? Join Jeffrey and Sarah, your favorite Salem tour guides, as they travel 18 miles from Salem to this northern Massachusetts town. To the home to Martha Carrier, the Queen of Hell. But what else made Andover a hot spot for accusations? Was it church politics? Smallpox outbreaks? Or perhaps bringing the afflicted girls through town to investigate?   In the Shadow of Salem: The Andover Witch Hunt of 1692 by Richard Hite The Salem Witch Trials by Marilynne K. Roach "Andover Bewitched" Historybuzz https://www.wmur.com/article/salem-witch-cleared-thanks-to-eighth-grade-teacher-students/40825018 https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/welcome-to-andover/ https://salemwitchmuseum.com/locations/john-ballard-home-site-of/ https://salem.lib.virginia.edu/search/?terms=andover&year=&month=&day= https://andoverma.gov/ https://andoverhistorical.org/history-witch-hysteria   Interested in Salem The Podcast Merch!?  CLICK HERE! NEW INSTAGRAM - @salemthepod Email - hello@salemthepodcast.com   Book a tour with Sarah at Bewitched Historical Tours   www.bewitchedtours.com Book a tour with Jeffrey at Salem Uncovered  www.salemuncovered.com 

Episode: 1041 A Chinese pharmacopoeia -- 2000 years ago.  Today, we ask how the Chinese managed to hide their candle under a bushel.

CDC Advisory Committee issue vaccine guidelines for flu season; Smallpox vaccine gains expanded indication; Updated Novavax COVID-19 vaccine; Over-the-counter gel for erectile dysfunction; New inserter system for placement of contraceptive intrauterine system.

For our fourth episode, show hosts Dr. Vivian Vega and Dr. Jackie Sherbuk candidly admit that they've been spending a LOT of time thinking about "not-so-forgotten infectious diseases." These are syndromes that the public may not hear about everyday, but that are still very important to the medical community and to the public at large. Although it was the first human contagion ever successfully eradicated, Smallpox as a disease still looms large, not just as a potential agent of bioterrorism, but as a cousin (orthopoxvirus) to Monkeypox (Mpox), which is currently experiencing a deadly outbreak in Africa. In fact, the American Mpox vaccine given to many at-risk U.S. individuals in the 2022 outbreak was originally created as a Smallpox vaccine. Vivian shares the fascinating tale of the last ever case of Smallpox which unexpectedly took the life of an unlikely victim. Both hosts share information on the typical presentation of Smallpox in its victims and its distinct characteristics. The eradication of Smallpox still is considered one of the great accomplishments of Medicine. Next, Vivian and Jackie discuss another feared but not forgotten infectious illness, Polio. Once endemic, this waterborne illness once affected tens of thousands of victims across the U.S., and led to the closure of parks, swimming pools, schools, and other public places. This devastating illness was vanquished by the discovery of effective, easy to administer, and inexpensive vaccines. Even so, many victims lived out their lives in an iron lung, including Paul Alexander, a courageous American man who lived out the remaining 72 years of his life in such a device, passing away earlier this year. Despite the great accomplishments in the eradication of Polio, this small RNA virus is still endemic in a handful of countries, and a case prompting the mass vaccination of children was just reported in Gaza in late August 2024. In their ID news segment, there is plenty to discuss, including more information about the Listeria outbreak involving Boar's Head meat products, the Mpox Public Health Emergency declared by the WHO in Africa, and "Triple-E" (Eastern Equine Encephalitis) and West Nile virus cases being reported in areas of the U.S. Dr. Vega would like to give a special thank you to her good friend Mr Job Meiller for his musical contributions for our podcast. Thanks also to Dr. Ana Velez, our artistic contributor, for her painting used in our episode thumbnail.

As mpox spreads to Europe and Asia — and the WHO declares a public health emergency — a leading German virologist explains what we know (and don't know) about the infectious disease.

In this episode, Jessica Stahl, MPH explores the groundbreaking work of Edward Jenner, the physician who developed the first successful smallpox vaccine. Learn about Jenner's observations, his experiments with cowpox, and how his discoveries changed public health forever. Despite facing skepticism, Jenner's work laid the foundation for modern immunology and continues to save lives today. Citations: History of smallpox vaccination (who.int)About Edward Jenner — The Jenner InstituteEdward Jenner and the history of smallpox and vaccination - PMC (nih.gov)The Milkmaid Who Supposedly Inspired The Smallpox Vaccine Was A Myth : Goats and Soda : NPRHistory of Smallpox | Smallpox | CDCThe origins of vaccination: myths and reality - Arthur Boylston, 2013 (sagepub.com) Legal: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any employer or affiliated organization. Listeners are encouraged to consult a qualified healthcare professional for any medical concerns or questions.

On this week's REWIND, The Alarmist (Rebecca Delgado Smith) decides who is to blame for the fall of the Aztec Empire! She is joined by writer/producer Alex Fumero, Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Amanda Lund.On the board this week: Moctezuma's Hubris, Spanish Machismo and Smallpox (duh). Join our Patreon!We have merch!Join our Discord!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistThe Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Forrest Maready is an author, filmmaker, and radio show host who is driven by trying to understand alternate versions of the history of religion, culture, and disease. He's written a number of books on the subject of environmental toxins and disease, which include radical revisions to the story of polio and autism. In this conversation we explore his somewhat radical perspective - that the vast majority of disease, if not all disease, is the result of industrial pollutants getting into our bodies and wreaking havoc. Sign up for our Patreon and get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB Support both Forrest and us when you shop for his books here: https://amzn.to/3WfU73I Check out Forrest's radio show: www.forrestmaready.com Follow Forrest on X: https://x.com/forrestmaready Rock some Demystify Gear to spread the word: https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ (00:00:00) Go! (00:05:50) Strangeness of Smallpox (00:12:14) a dark history of medicine (00:18:57) questionable outcomes of common meds (00:20:58) When did doctors become nobility? (00:27:46) A strange palate (00:31:46) unique genetic sensitivities (00:35:54) EM & sound pollution (00:41:07) On finding your tribe (00:44:55) On orienting towards truth & invention (00:57:44) Polio and the confluence of environment and technology (01:06:43) YouTube folks start here (01:07:10) Loose threads in the polio story (01:11:58) The art of retelling settled history (01:18:55) The sudden appearance of widespread viral paralysis (01:28:15) Evolving from a rural scourge to an urban epidemic (01:35:40) Was paralytic polio caused by enviromental toxicity? (01:41:18) Did the polio vaccine end the epidemic? (01:48:22) The Polio story as a gateway drug (01:50:26) Autism, epidemics, and censored discourse (02:01:10) The absence of a clear genetic cause (02:09:12) Where did autism begin, and what caused its rise? (02:12:35) Unpacking the Wakefield study (02:19:53) The American ethic of money (02:31:53) A dramatic expansion of the vaccine schedule (02:39:41) The mysterious mechanism of adjuvants (02:48:38) What caused the explosion of cases? (02:55:42) A horrible theory that would be best disproven (03:01:21) What's the tradeoff here? (03:07:25) A wrinkle in vaccine justification (03:11:14) Closing thoughts #sciencepodcast #longformpodcast #Epidemiology, #PublicHealth, #InfectiousDiseases, #EnvironmentalHealth, #Pollution, #HealthScience, #DiseasePrevention, #Toxicology, #HealthResearch, #GlobalHealth, #EnvironmentalImpact, #DiseaseEcology, #PandemicHistory, #HealthPolicy, #Contamination, #AirPollution, #WaterPollution, #IndustrialPollution, #DiseaseOutbreaks, #HealthAwareness Check our short-films channel, @DemystifySci: https://www.youtube.com/c/DemystifyingScience AND our material science investigations of atomics, @MaterialAtomics https://www.youtube.com/@MaterialAtomics Join our mailing list https://bit.ly/3v3kz2S PODCAST INFO: Anastasia completed her PhD studying bioelectricity at Columbia University. When not talking to brilliant people or making movies, she spends her time painting, reading, and guiding backcountry excursions. Shilo also did his PhD at Columbia studying the elastic properties of molecular water. When he's not in the film studio, he's exploring sound in music. They are both freelance professors at various universities. - Blog: http://DemystifySci.com/blog - RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/2be66934/podcast/rss - Donate: https://bit.ly/3wkPqaD - Swag: https://bit.ly/2PXdC2y SOCIAL: - Discord: https://discord.gg/MJzKT8CQub - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DemystifySci - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DemystifySci/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/DemystifySci MUSIC: -Shilo Delay: https://g.co/kgs/oty671

First up this week we look at one more reason why Cahokia wasn't all of a sudden abandoned the way researchers had once assumed. Then, excavations at a site in Lake George, NY may (or may not!) shed some light on a 1700's era Smallpox hospital. And finally, is it possible that a ritual has been passed down 12,000 years? New evidence in Australia suggests it is!Links Archaeologists dispute theory of largest Native American city's abandonment In Lake George, they're sifting through history 12,000-year-old ritual passed down 500 generations may be world's oldest Archaeological evidence of an ethnographically documented Australian Aboriginal ritual dated to the last ice ageContact Chris Websterchris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com Rachel Rodenrachel@unraveleddesigns.comRachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/archaeology-podcast-network?ref_id=5724Affiliates Motion:

First up this week we look at one more reason why Cahokia wasn't all of a sudden abandoned the way researchers had once assumed. Then, excavations at a site in Lake George, NY may (or may not!) shed some light on a 1700's era Smallpox hospital. And finally, is it possible that a ritual has been passed down 12,000 years? New evidence in Australia suggests it is!Links Archaeologists dispute theory of largest Native American city's abandonment In Lake George, they're sifting through history 12,000-year-old ritual passed down 500 generations may be world's oldest Archaeological evidence of an ethnographically documented Australian Aboriginal ritual dated to the last ice ageContact Chris Websterchris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com Rachel Rodenrachel@unraveleddesigns.comRachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/archaeology-podcast-network?ref_id=5724Affiliates Motion:

This week we have three great archaeology news stories! First up, archaeologists have excavated a royal purple dye workshop in Greece. Then, excavations at an early colonial Incan cometary give insight into how small pox affected the community. And finally, perfectly preserved cherry bottles have been found in a cellar at Mount Vernon.Links In This Ancient Workshop, Greeks Crushed Snail Glands to Make the Purple Dye Worn by Royalty More than just a color: Archaeological, analytical, and procedural aspects of Late Bronze Age purple-dye production at Cape Kolonna, Aegina Skeletons of Incan kids buried 500 years ago found marred with smallpox Two cases of smallpox from 1540 CE circum-contact (early colonial) Northern Coastal Peru 35 glass bottles from the 18th century filled with cherries unearthed by archeologists at George Washington's Mount Vernon (Apple News)Contact Chris Websterchris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com Rachel Rodenrachel@unraveleddesigns.comRachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/archaeology-podcast-network?ref_id=5724Affiliates Motion

This week we have three great archaeology news stories! First up, archaeologists have excavated a royal purple dye workshop in Greece. Then, excavations at an early colonial Incan cometary give insight into how small pox affected the community. And finally, perfectly preserved cherry bottles have been found in a cellar at Mount Vernon.Links In This Ancient Workshop, Greeks Crushed Snail Glands to Make the Purple Dye Worn by Royalty More than just a color: Archaeological, analytical, and procedural aspects of Late Bronze Age purple-dye production at Cape Kolonna, Aegina Skeletons of Incan kids buried 500 years ago found marred with smallpox Two cases of smallpox from 1540 CE circum-contact (early colonial) Northern Coastal Peru 35 glass bottles from the 18th century filled with cherries unearthed by archeologists at George Washington's Mount Vernon (Apple News)Contact Chris Websterchris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com Rachel Rodenrachel@unraveleddesigns.comRachelUnraveled (Instagram)ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet Tee Public Store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/archaeology-podcast-network?ref_id=5724Affiliates Motion

Humanity isn't great at eradicating diseases. But there is one disease that humanity has managed to eradicate: smallpox.Smallpox was around for more than 3,000 years and killed at least 300 million people in the 20th century. Then, by 1980, it was gone.Rahima Banu was the last person in the world to have the deadliest form of smallpox. In 1975, Banu was a toddler growing up in a remote village in Bangladesh when she developed the telltale bumpy rash. Soon, public health workers from around the world showed up at her home to try to keep the virus from spreading. This is her story.

Matthew Bannister onThe Irish rugby star and businessman Sir Tony O'Reilly. He made billions but ended up bankrupt.The hardline President of Iran, Ebrahim Raisi.Penny Simkin, who championed the role of birth doulas to help mothers during and after labour.Professor Alasdair Geddes, the infectious diseases expert who diagnosed the world's last ever case of smallpox – in Birmingham.Producer: Ed PrendevilleArchive used: Penny Simkin, YouTube upload, PSfromPenny, 27/10/2009; Penny Simkin, YouTube upload, PSfromPenny, 22/03/2011; Today Programme, Radio 4, BBC, 20/05/2024; Newshour, BBC World Service, 20/05/2024; News report by Philip Hayton, Sound Archive, BBC Radio 4, 11/02/1979; Ebrahim Raisi interviewed by Lesley Stahl, CBS Interactive Inc., YouTube upload, 60 Minutes, 19/05/2024; BBC profile on Tony O'Reilly, 24/01/1975; Conversation Piece, Radio 4, 02/12/1985; People in profile, Radio Ulster, 06/09/1980; The Last Case of Smallpox in the UK, BBC News, 31/08/2016

This Day in Legal History: Smallpox EradicatedOn May 8, 1980, a landmark moment in public health and legal history was achieved when the World Health Organization (WHO) officially declared smallpox eradicated. This declaration came in the form of Resolution WHA33.3, marking an unprecedented victory in the battle against infectious diseases. Smallpox, a devastating disease known for its brutal impact on human health and its high mortality rates, became the first disease to be eradicated by human effort.The journey to eradication was spearheaded by the WHO's Intensified Eradication Program, which began in 1967. This global effort was a monumental example of international cooperation, involving mass vaccination campaigns and rigorous surveillance practices across numerous countries. The legal framework provided by WHO played a crucial role, facilitating cooperation and compliance among member states.The eradication of smallpox was significant not only for its immediate health benefits but also for setting a precedent for global health governance. It demonstrated the power of collective human action guided by international law and cooperation. The resolution also led to the establishment of norms and practices that have influenced how global health issues are managed, including strategies for vaccine distribution and disease surveillance.Moreover, the eradication of smallpox has had lasting impacts on the legal aspects of public health. It has informed the international legal principles concerning the handling of biological samples, as the remaining samples of the virus are now held under strict legal and security controls to prevent any potential outbreaks.In the wake of smallpox eradication, the world saw the potential of what could be achieved when countries unite under a common cause. This success has inspired ongoing efforts to combat other infectious diseases, such as polio and malaria, through similar international frameworks.Today, the eradication of smallpox remains a testament to what can be accomplished through coordinated global public health initiatives backed by international legal agreements. It stands as a beacon of hope and a model that continues to influence global health diplomacy and international legal frameworks dealing with health emergencies.Robert D. White, a North Carolina landowner, is involved in a significant legal battle that has reached the U.S. Supreme Court, challenging the Clean Water Act's regulations concerning wetlands. The case revolves around whether parts of White's property along the Pasquotank River are distinguishable from the river itself, which would affect their classification as protected wetlands under federal law. This follows the Supreme Court's precedent in Sackett v. EPA, which tightened federal jurisdiction over wetlands by requiring a "continuous surface connection" making them indistinguishable from larger navigable waters.White's attorneys argue that the Biden administration's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulation expands the definition of federally protected waters beyond what the Supreme Court's decision allows. The Justice Department, however, maintains that wetlands only need to abut larger bodies of water to qualify for protection. White's case underscores a broader legal and environmental debate about the scope of federal authority under the Clean Water Act, particularly following the Sackett decision.If White's challenge succeeds, it could significantly narrow the scope of wetland protections under the Clean Water Act, affecting nearly all U.S. wetlands. This legal challenge has broader implications for environmental protection regulations and property development rights, especially in how wetlands are federally categorized and protected. The outcome could set a precedent affecting the balance between environmental conservation and property rights across the nation.North Carolina Landowner Aims Wetlands Lawsuit at Supreme CourtThe U.S. House of Representatives, dominated by Republicans, was unable to override President Joe Biden's veto of a resolution aimed at overturning the National Labor Relations Board's (NLRB) new joint employer rule. The vote ended with 214 in favor and 191 against, failing to meet the two-thirds majority needed to override a presidential veto. The joint employer rule, which eases the criteria for determining when two companies are considered joint employers responsible for negotiating with unions and liable for labor violations, has faced strong opposition from Republicans and business groups. They argue that the rule could increase regulatory costs and negatively impact employment. Despite the legislative setback, the rule's implementation has been halted by a federal judge in Texas as of March, keeping it from taking effect for now.House Fails to Override Biden Veto of Joint Employer ResolutionTikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, have filed a lawsuit in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia to block a new U.S. law that mandates ByteDance to divest its ownership of TikTok or face a ban on the app. This law, signed by President Joe Biden on April 24, targets the app which is used by 170 million Americans. The companies argue that the law infringes on First Amendment rights and is not feasible either commercially, technologically, or legally, claiming it would lead to TikTok's shutdown by January 19, 2025.The White House aims to remove Chinese ownership of TikTok citing national security concerns but prefers not to ban the app. The legal challenge is part of TikTok's broader effort to counteract what it views as a politically driven campaign against it, emphasizing its substantial investments in securing U.S. user data. The lawsuit also contends with interpretations of ByteDance's ownership structure and the feasibility of transferring TikTok's operations to a U.S. company, highlighting the technical and logistical complexities involved.This case is a continuation of the long-standing tensions between the U.S. and China over control and security of internet and technology, reflecting broader geopolitical conflicts over digital security and economic power.TikTok, ByteDance sue to block US law seeking sale or ban of app | ReutersThe trial of Sung Kook "Bill" Hwang, founder of Archegos Capital Management, is set to begin with jury selection this week in Manhattan federal court. Hwang and his former Chief Financial Officer, Patrick Halligan, are accused of racketeering and multiple counts of fraud and market manipulation related to the dramatic collapse of Archegos in March 2021. The prosecution alleges that Hwang used derivatives to covertly accumulate large stock positions, inflating stock prices and misleading banks to maintain crucial business relationships. Both Hwang and Halligan have pleaded not guilty, disputing the charges as an overreach of legal theories on market manipulation.Archegos Capital Management was a private investment firm that functioned as a family office, avoiding some regulations that typically apply to other investment entities. At its peak, Archegos managed $36 billion in assets and had a staggering $160 billion in exposure to equities. The firm's downfall was triggered by a swift drop in stock prices, leading to massive losses as banks called in their loans and liquidated holdings. This collapse resulted in over $100 billion in shareholder losses across various companies within Archegos's portfolio, impacting major banks like Credit Suisse and Nomura Holdings. The trial is expected to be complex and lengthy, with both Hwang's former head trader and Chief Risk Officer having pleaded guilty to related charges and set to testify.Bill Hwang's trial begins over collapse of his $36 billion Archegos fund | ReutersThe start of Donald Trump's federal trial in Florida, where he faces charges related to illegally retaining classified documents, has been indefinitely postponed. Originally set for May 20, U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon did not schedule a new date, instead setting pre-trial hearings through July 22. This delay lessens the likelihood that Trump will stand trial before the November 5 U.S. election. Both the prosecution and defense had agreed the initial date was unfeasible.Trump has pleaded not guilty to 40 counts, which include accusations of storing sensitive national security documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate and obstructing the government's efforts to retrieve them. The delay in this case parallels challenges in another federal case concerning Trump's actions related to the 2020 election, where the Supreme Court may grant him some immunity as a former president.Legal experts suggest that the timing of these trials, close to the election, could lead to claims of election interference. A potential win for Trump in the upcoming election could further complicate matters, as he could influence the continuation of these federal cases as president. Despite ongoing proceedings in other legal matters, including a New York state trial, Trump maintains that all charges against him are politically motivated.Trump documents trial start delayed indefinitely, judge orders | Reuters Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

It's another This Week in YouTube where we highlight some recent content from my YouTube channel. This week: Jane Seymour's grand funeral, and Smallpox in Tudor England. Make sure you're subscribed at https://www.youtube.com/@hteysko so you don't miss all the content we put out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike has a 55 year high school reunion. So naturally we spent a little time free associating about the changes during our lifetimes in our culture, health, and communication.  Things like: party-line phones, internet, AI, obesity, food pyramid,vaccines for smallpox, polio, and Covid.Follow Us:YouTubeTwitterFacebookTumblrAll audio & videos edited by: Jay Prescott Videography

Jason Opal (McGill University) joins the Infectious Historians. Jason begins by discussing the massive impact of disease on the Americas between the 15th and 18th centuries, while also acknowledging the realization of this history in the 1970s. He also touches upon the concept of “virgin soil” epidemics. The second part of the episode focuses on inoculation against smallpox in Europe, the colonies and elsewhere. Jason discusses how inoculation was done and the different ways in which it was adopted. He also touches upon the relevance of measles to this story. The last part of the interview discusses teaching epidemics, as Jason shares with Merle and Lee how he teaches disease.

What happens when Disney tropes go sideways? With a little bit of Bambi, some Dumbo, and a splash of Fox & the Hound, join us for an episode about an orphan hog with a traumatic past and a terrifying future. Guest vocals by the one and only Dan JoplingStory inspiration from Brett Jarboe Music provided by:Andrew howes, pigs out Axletree, the silent groveBig Blood, frost farm Smallpox, squeal like a pig, nedSoft and furious, green pigListen on PoduramaPlease subscribe through Buzzsprout, Stitcher, Spotify, Podchaser, or iTunesFind me on social media on Instagram Facebook and Twitter, or email me direct at AScaryHomeCompanion@gmail.comSupport our PATREON page! And check out the Redbubble merch shop. Support the show

On this episode of Our American Stories, Canada is an independent nation—and not part of the United States—most likely, because of smallpox. Here to tell the story is the president of Ameriseach, William Federer. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are back with part 2 in the story of Maria Theresa. When we last left the Austrian princess, she was just starting to come into her own after a brutal battle for power. Time stamps: 01:37 The Life of Maria Teresa: Early Years 06:17 Maria Teresa's Reforms: Education and Health 08:44 Maria Teresa's Personal Life and Family 09:28 Maria Teresa's Economic and Social Reforms 26:00 Maria Teresa's Religious Intolerance 33:39 Maria's Family Life and Marriage 34:07 Francis Steven's Sudden Death and Maria's Grief 42:10 Maria's Children and Their Marriages 48:37 Maria's Battle with Smallpox and Its Aftermath 59:18 Maria's Final Years and Legacy Some sources: https://biographics.org/maria-theresa-europes-most-powerful-emperor/  https://www.salutetovienna.com/maria-theresa https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6Kgk6neTDU https://www.rallypoint.com/shared-links/1744-austrian-queen-expels-the-jews?cid=whaBoOr43726Th  https://events.ceu.edu/2023-10-24/jewish-intercession-revoke-expulsion-jews-prague-1744-1745-activities-diego-daguilar#:~:text=When%20Prague%20was%20recovered%20toward,as%20neighboring%20Markgraviate%20of%20Moravia. ----------------------------------- Thank you Hello Fresh so much for your support. And if our listeners want to give it a try Go to HelloFresh.com/50baddest and use code 50baddest for 50% off plus 15% off your next 2 months! Queens podcast is part of Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Want more Queens? Head to our Patreon, check out our merch store and follow us on Instagram! Our awesome new intro music is thanks to @1touchproduction ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we review the high-yield topic of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Smallpox⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ from the Heme section. Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Medbullets⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on social media: Facebook: www.facebook.com/medbullets Instagram: www.instagram.com/medbulletsofficial Twitter: www.twitter.com/medbullets Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/medbullets

Today we're joined by historian Dr. Jeff Fynn-Paul to discuss his book "Not Stolen: The Truth About European Colonialism in the New World" and to answer many questions about “stolen land,” Thanksgiving, and colonialism. First, we ask the question, “Are we on stolen land?” and explain how the answer is much more complicated than we have been led to believe. We look at Howard Zinn's "A People's History of the United States" and how this became the standard history of America, when in reality many scholars saw him as a radical. We discuss the truth about Christopher Columbus, including the wildly inflated numbers of indigenous people he is claimed to have murdered, and the reality that historical figures are more complicated than “evil and good.” We also discuss whether Thanksgiving is oppressive and what we should make of the claim that we owe Native Americans reparations. --- Timecodes: (00:40) Intro (03:40) Smallpox blankets (05:50) 'A People's History of the United States' (08:35) Christopher Columbus (13:32) Thanksgiving (17:35) Are we on stolen land? (22:16) Reparations / realities of Native reservations (26:50) Conquistadors (30:20) Romanticizing pre-Columbus Native American culture (34:05) Cultural appropriation --- Today's Sponsors: Naturally It's Clean — visit https://naturallyitsclean.com/allie and use promo code "ALLIE" to receive 15% off your order. If you are an Amazon shopper you can visit https://amzn.to/3IyjFUJ, but the promo code discount is only valid on their direct website at www.naturallyitsclean.com/Allie. PublicSq. — download the PublicSq app from the App Store or Google Play, create a free account, and begin your search for freedom-loving businesses! Netsuite — gain visibility and control of your financials, planning, budgeting, and inventory so you can manage risk, get reliable forecasts, and improve margins. Go to NetSuite.com/ALLIE to get your one-of-a-kind flexible financing program. Birch Gold — protect your future with gold. Text 'ALLIE' to 989898 for a free, zero obligation info kit on diversifying and protecting your savings with gold. --- Relevant Episodes: Ep 713 | The Unspoken Truth About Indian Reservations | Guest: Naomi Schaefer Riley https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-713-the-unspoken-truth-about-indian-reservations/id1359249098?i=1000587306017 --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Conquer or die indeed, Cortes thought… The hour of decision was at hand…" It is the spring of 1521 and the fate of Mexico hangs by a thread. Smallpox has ripped through the local population, while the ruthless Spanish commander, Hernán Cortés, has cut off the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlan, from its surrounding provinces.  So begins one of the bloodiest and most dramatic struggles in all history - an extraordinary clash between the Old World and the New, as the Spanish tighten their grip on the island city of the Mexica. But can the new Aztec emperor, Cuauhtemoc, save his people? For he has a secret weapon - the terrifying Quetzal-Owl … In today's episode, Dominic and Tom tell the story of the Siege of Tenochtitlan - the last stand of the Aztec warriors, as the Spanish and their allies close in for the kill. *Dominic's book The Fall of the Aztecs is available now from bookshops across the UK - the perfect Christmas present!* *The Rest Is History Live Tour 2023*: Tom and Dominic are back on tour this autumn! See them live in New Zealand and Australia! Buy your tickets here: restishistorypod.com Twitter:  @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In 1975, smallpox eradication workers in the capital of Bangladesh, Dhaka, rushed to a village in the south of the country called Kuralia. They were abuzz and the journey was urgent because they thought they just might be going to document the very last case of variola major, a deadly strain of the virus. When they arrived, they met a toddler, Rahima Banu.She did have smallpox, and five years later, in 1980, when the World Health Organization declared smallpox eradicated, Banu became a symbol of one of the greatest accomplishments in public health.That's the lasting public legacy of Rahima Banu, the girl.Episode 8, the series finale of “Eradicating Smallpox,” is the story of Rahima Banu, the woman — and her life after smallpox.To meet with her, podcast host Céline Gounder traveled to Digholdi, Bangladesh, where Banu, her husband, their three daughters, and a son share a one-room bamboo-and-corrugated-metal home with a mud floor. Their finances are precarious. The family cannot afford good health care or to send their daughter to college.The public has largely forgotten Banu, while in her personal life, she faced prejudice from the local community because she had smallpox. Those negative attitudes followed her for decades after the virus was eradicated. “I feel ashamed of my scars. People also felt disgusted,” Banu said, crying as she spoke through an interpreter. Despite the hardship she's faced, she is proud of her role in history, and that her children never had to live with the virus. “It did not happen to anyone, and it will not happen,” she said.Voices From the Episode:Rahima BanuThe last person in the world to have a naturally occurring case of the deadliest strain of smallpoxNazma BegumRahima Banu's daughterRafiqul IslamRahima Banu's husbandAlan SchnurFormer World Health Organization smallpox eradication program worker in BangladeshFind a transcript of this episode here.“Epidemic” is a co-production of KFF Health News and Just Human Productions.To hear other KFF Health News podcasts, click here.Subscribe to "Epidemic” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

The 1970s was the deadliest decade in the “entire history of Bangladesh,” said environmental historian Iftekhar Iqbal. A deadly cyclone, a bloody liberation war, and famine triggered waves of migration. As people moved throughout the country, smallpox spread with them.In Episode 7 of “Eradicating Smallpox,” Shohrab, a man who was displaced by the 1970 Bhola cyclone, shares his story. After fleeing the storm, he and his family settled in a makeshift community in Dhaka known as the Bhola basti. Smallpox was circulating there, but the deadly virus was not top of mind for Shohrab. “I wasn't thinking about that. I was more focused on issues like where would I work, what would I eat,” he said in Bengali.When people's basic needs — like food and housing — aren't met, it's harder to reach public health goals, said Bangladeshi smallpox eradication worker Shahidul Haq Khan.He encountered that obstacle frequently as he traveled from community to community in southern Bangladesh.He said people asked him: “There's no rice in people's stomachs, so what is a vaccine going to do?”To conclude this episode, host Céline Gounder speaks with Sam Tsemberis, president and CEO of Pathways Housing First Institute.He said when public health meets people's basic needs first, it gives them the best shot at health.In Conversation With Host Céline Gounder:Sam TsemberisFounder, president, and CEO of Pathways Housing First Institute@SamTsemberisVoices From the Episode:ShohrabResident of the Bhola basti in DhakaIftekhar IqbalAssociate professor of history at the Universiti Brunei DarussalamShahidul Haq KhanFormer World Health Organization smallpox eradication program worker in BangladeshFind a transcript of this episode here.“Epidemic” is a co-production of KFF Health News and Just Human Productions.To hear other KFF Health News podcasts, click here.Subscribe to "Epidemic” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Smallpox is a deadly virus. At one point, it killed almost 1 in 3 people who had it. Almost 300 million of those deaths were in the 20th century alone. It was extremely painful, highly contagious and many people thought it would be impossible to wipe out—until it was. On May 8, 1980. the 33rd World Health Assembly declared the world free of smallpox. This marked the first—and only—time a human disease was eradicated globally. Epidemiologist and host of the podcast Epidemic: Eradicating Smallpox Céline Gounder has been looking into this history. Today, she shares the intense journey to eradicate smallpox in Bangladesh (spoiler alert: there are literal speedboats) and reflects on what this history tells us about the importance of healthcare that meets the needs of individuals and communities today. Click here to check out the second season of Céline's podcast from NPR partner KFF Health News. What science story do you want to hear next on Short Wave? Email us at shortwave@npr.org.

Riots over inoculations. Large-scale quarantines and lockdowns. Criticisms of government action (or inaction) during disease outbreaks. The spread of mis- and disinformation about the safety of immunizations. You may be thinking, “this is a COVID episode, isn't it?”. Not quite. In this latest installment of the TPWKY book club we'll be discussing another key period in US history that had profound, long-lasting impacts on public health and access to medical care: the American Revolutionary War, when liberty from smallpox was even more important to the American colonists than independence from Great Britain. Our time travel tour guide is Dr. Andrew Wehrman, Associate Professor of History at Central Michigan University, who joins us to discuss his fascinating book The Contagion of Liberty: The Politics of Smallpox in the American Revolution, published in December 2022. As our conversation reveals, public demand for inoculation was so great that riots were held to protest unequal access, our current lack of universal healthcare systems has incredibly deep roots, and George Washington's greatest legacy may in fact be his ability to change his mind when presented with new information. With the Fourth of July just one week ago, what better time to consider this fresh perspective on the American fight for independence and freedom from disease.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.