Plagues with Dr. Keith
Plagues with Dr. Keith explores the science, history, and sociology of the most significant diseases and pandemics in human history. Hosted by Keith Sumey, MD, an emergency physician, the show offers medical insight into how disease impacts humanity. Episodes examine both the biology of outbreaks and their broader social consequences. The podcast combines historical context with a clinician's perspective on public health.
Episodes
PRIMER: Rabies
PRIMER: Rabies*For free access to the podcast newsletter click here*
Black Death Part 3
In the conclusion of The Black Death series we follow the plague as it surges into northern France, England, Germany and the rest of Europe. We delve into the ruinous social, cultural, and economic landscape of the European continent as a result of The Black Death, including the persecution of the Jews and the rabid fervor of the flagellants and how European society moved forward in the w
PLAGUES WITH DR. KEITH
Introduction to Plagues with Dr. Keith
PRIMER: Cyclospora
PRIMER: Cyclospora*For free access to the podcast newsletter click here*
Black Death Part 2
Follow the plague as it lands on European shores, marching relentlessly northward, and see how medieval Europe struggled to cope with the devastating consequences of The Black Death.*For free access to the podcast newsletter click here*
PRIMER: Hantavirus
PRIMER: Hantavirus*For free access to the podcast newsletter click here*
Black Death Part 1
We begin exploring the genesis of the medieval Bubonic Plague - aka The Black Death. It's migration from the East to European shores. We delve into its biology: its origins, transmission, infection, and destruction of the human body. Setting the stage for its impending depredation of Europe.*For free access to the podcast newsletter click here*
