Episode #45: Coronavirus, Disease, and Life

In this episode, Josh and Ian speak about the nature of disease and the spread of viruses around the globe. They start with a brief PSA about the podcast, then move into discussing the nature of bacteria, how it relates to the origins of life, and how the gut microbiome and digestive system influence our thoughts and lives, the many practical applications of bacteria, how disease was thought of during the middle ages in Europe, what constitutes as life in the realm of viruses, the problem of antibiotic resistance and immunology, what is a good definition of health, the cultural influences on what is considered a disease, the changes in cultural acceptance of same-sex relationships, how the pharmaceutical industry has a large influence on what we classify as abnormal behavior, and the problem of dehumanization of peoples.

On this week's segment of NBSNews, Josh and Ian discuss the developing news on the outbreak of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) from China and onto the rest of the globe. They discuss its initial spread, local cases, and how national governments are handling containment of the virus.

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Josh @Simpsonj423
Ian @modernoverman
and the podcast @necessarybspod
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Recorded 26 February 2020