About Our Podcast

We dive into the microscopic world without the microscope. Dr. Miller (my father-in-law, so dinner conversations can get very clinical) breaks down the germy jargon, while I, Jonathan, ask the awkward questions you wish someone else would. Our shtick? A curious son-in-law and a seasoned doc—somehow, it works.

And yes, that is us at my wedding. Did we photoshop in a mic, chairs, and podcast notes... absolutely. This will have to do until we get a real photo done.

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Science Swap - The Layman Takes The Lead
June 29, 2025x
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00:19:5018.37 MB

Science Swap - The Layman Takes The Lead

In this fun and enlightening episode of Germs & Jargon , we’re flipping the script in our brand-new Science Swap format! Jonathan, your curious layman host, takes a shot at explaining one of the most pressing issues in modern medicine: antibiotic resistance . How close can he get to the real sc...

Culture Queries #2 Q&A
June 09, 2025x
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00:26:1024.22 MB

Culture Queries #2 Q&A

Ever wondered if eggs really need to be refrigerated? Why astronauts don’t catch colds on the ISS? Or what connects a fungal rash on your foot to a ring on your arm? In this listener-powered episode of Germs & Jargon , Dr. Miller and Jonathan dive into your submitted questions from how fevers h...

Famous, Infected & Unexpected
June 02, 2025x
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00:22:3520.9 MB

Famous, Infected & Unexpected

In this compelling episode of Germs & Jargon , we uncover the surprising infectious disease stories behind some of the most iconic celebrities: Rosie O'Donnell’s battle with a rare bacterial infection, Justin Bieber’s diagnosis of Ramsay Hunt syndrome, Christopher Reeve’s struggle with chronic infe...

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Amazing show

I enjoy this podcast. It's got the right balance of education and humor.

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SO GOOD!!

Dr. Miller and Jonathan are fun to listen to. Great banter, while sharing important medical facts. I look forward to their next episode!