The Poisoncast

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Welcome to The Poisoncast, a podcast dedicated to explaining the deadly science behind toxins, venoms & chemicals. Travel deep inside the human body and learn just how these fascinating and dangerous molecules can kill you.

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Poison Control Center - The Poisoncast #13

Mar 24 2019 44 mins  
On this episode we speak to Dr. Kelly Johnson-Arbor, co-director of the National Capital Poison Center.

POISONCAST UPDATE

Mar 18 2018 2 mins  
Where has the podcast gone? Find out with this quick update!

Strychnine - The Poisoncast #12

Apr 30 2017 33 mins  
On this episode of The Poisoncast learn how strychnine causes death. Unknown to most people, this toxin has historically been used as both a poison and a therapeutic. Learn why.

VX Nerve Agent - The Poisoncast #11

Mar 13 2017 30 mins  
On this episode of The Poisoncast learn how VX nerve agent kills you. It involves acetylcholine and it does not dissapoint on the terrifying scale.

Death Cap Mushroom - The Poisoncast #10

Feb 26 2017 17 mins  
On this episode of The Poisoncast learn what makes the Death Cap mushroom (Amanita phalloides) arguably the deadliest of mushrooms. Travel inside the liver with us to see how the diabolical toxin takes you down.

Poison Oak - The Poisoncast #09

Sep 15 2016 31 mins  
On this episode of The Poisoncast learn how Urushiol, the active ingredient in poison oak, poison ivy, and poison sumac, injures you. It's unlike any toxin we've discussed thus far, and you'll love it!

Western Diamondback Rattlesnake - The Poisoncast #08

May 13 2015 38 mins  
On this episode of The Poisoncast learn about Cortalus Artox, or the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake. This snake is responsible for biting more people than any other in the United States. Get the low down on how this dangerous creature can kill you.

Mustard Gas - The Poisoncast #07

Apr 26 2015 36 mins  
On this episode of The Poisoncast learn about Mustard Gas. Gaining notoriety for its use in WWI, mustard gas was so effective and terrifying that its use was banned in warfare in 1925. Not only does it cause severe repertory distress and horrific skin blistering, but it is also a carcinogenic

Botulinum Toxin (Botox®) - The Poisoncast #06

Mar 14 2015 39 mins  
On this episode of The Poisoncast learn how the world’s most deadly toxin, botulinum toxin from the bacteria Clostridium botulinum, is also surprisingly versatile.

Puffer Fish - The Poisoncast #05

Mar 08 2015 33 mins  
On this episode of The Poisoncast learn how an otherwise adorable and innocent looking animal, the puffer fish (or fugu in Japanese) can kill you with one of the world's most deadly poisons, tetrodotoxin.