Episodes

What happens when one of the world’s deadliest viruses captures global attention? In this episode of Germs & Jargon, we break down the science, history, myths, and real-world impact of Ebola in a way that’s easy to understand and impossible to ignore. From the first recorded outbreaks in Central...

In this episode of Germs & Jargon, we dive into the growing concerns around hantavirus, cruise ship illnesses, and the hidden risks of infectious diseases while traveling at sea. “Cabin Fever – Hantavirus x Cruising” explores what hantavirus is, how it spreads, the warning signs and symptoms to ...

Do you really need antibacterial soap? Does cranberry juice actually cure a UTI? And how many “common knowledge” health facts are just clever marketing? In this myth-busting episode of  Germs & Jargon , we break down the science behind everyday health beliefs people think are true. We dive into:...

Antibiotics are one of the most important tools in modern medicine, but what happens when they stop working? In this episode of  Germs & Jargon , we dive into antimicrobial resistance, often called AMR, and why it is becoming one of the biggest challenges in infectious disease and global health....

Modern medicine did not just happen. It was built through centuries of trial error curiosity and a few truly astonishing breakthroughs. In this episode of  Germs & Jargon , we explore the greatest medical miracles that transformed healthcare and saved billions of lives. We begin with  vaccines  ...

In this storytime episode, Dr. Miller shares a real-life medical case that starts out like any ordinary visit, but takes an unexpected turn when the patient is discovered to have Ascaris , a type of parasitic roundworm. Through this fascinating case, you’ll hear how Ascaris worms (Ascaris lumbricoid...

In this hilarious and eye-opening episode of Germs & Jargon , we’re flipping the script with another round of Science Swap . This time, I , your friendly neighbourhood layman, take a stab at explaining the terrifying and fascinating disease known as rabies, from symptoms to transmission and trea...

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 sci...

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 he...