A short podcast about everyday risks from germs

DALL·E - A cup of coffee placed on an airline tray table, with a mysterious and eerie atmosphere. The coffee is steaming, but the steam forms into strange shapes.

659. Drinking Coffee or Tea on an Airplane

August 26, 2024 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks from drinking coffee or tea brewed on an airplane.

Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼

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DALL·E - A glass overflowing with nacho cheese, with no nacho chips visible. A teabag that has just been pulled out of the cheese, heavily covered and dripping with cheese.

636. Brewing Tea in Nacho Cheese

July 03, 2024 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of brewing tea in nacho cheese.

Dr. Don - not risky 👍🏼
Professor Ben - not risky 👍🏼

37: Tea at Room Temperature

September 04, 2020 by Don Schaffner

Dr. Don and Professor Ben talk about the risks of making or holding tea at room temperature.

Dr. Don - risky ☣️
Professor Ben - risky ☣️