372. Siracusa's Gull Bite Sandwich

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of eating a sandwich that a seagull has taken a bite from.

Dr. Don - risky ☣️
Professor Ben - risky ☣️

PS thanks to Christopher Robin (surely not their real name) for the Overcast Link.

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• Pigeons aren't just rats with wings
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• 351. Kissing a Bird — Risky or Not?