#respiratory-health
7 episodes
#976: Monkeys, Mandibles, and the Science of Better Sleep
Discover how years of primate research paved the way for modern sleep apnea treatments and a new era of dental sleep medicine.
#842: The Asthma Code: Why Your Lungs Ignore Antihistamines
Discover why the immune system uses different "weapons" for the nose and lungs, and why leukotrienes are the heavy hitters of asthma.
#618: The Orange Sky: Bedouin Tech and the Biology of Dust
As Jerusalem turns orange under a massive dust storm, Herman and Corn explore how Bedouin traditions and human biology adapt to a world of sand.
#617: Slow Burn: Why Singulair Takes Two Weeks to Kick In
Ever wonder why Montelukast takes 14 days to work? Herman and Corn dive into the biology of "immunological plasticity" and the slow immune system.
#500: Mold Warfare: Hidden Smells and Non-Destructive Fixes
Is a lingering musty smell haunting your home? Discover the science of MVOCs and how to eliminate hidden mold without tearing down your walls.
#479: The New Normal: Navigating COVID-19 in 2026
The pandemic "ended," but the virus remains. Herman and Corn break down the 2026 landscape of variants, policy shifts, and vaccine guidance.
#342: Breathing Through a Straw: New Science in Asthma Care
Explore the latest in respiratory science, from the "One Airway" concept to revolutionary SMART therapy and managing asthma-induced anxiety.