The Poisoncast

Scott Barnett, Ph.D.
  • 4.8 (38)
  • LIFE SCIENCES

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.

  1. Poison Control Center - The Poisoncast #13

    03/24/2019

    Poison Control Center - The Poisoncast #13

    Visit webPOISONCONTROL(r) at https://www.webpoisoncontrol.org/ or the National Capital Poison Center at https://www.poison.org/

    45 min

  2. 03/18/2018

    State of the Podcast: Update

    Where has the podcast gone? Find out with this quick update!

    2 min

  3. 04/30/2017

    Strychnine - The Poisoncast #12

    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.

    34 min

  4. 03/14/2017

    VX Nerve Agent - The Poisoncast #11

    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.

    30 min
  5. Death Cap Mushroom - The Poisoncast #10

    02/26/2017

    Death Cap Mushroom - The Poisoncast #10

    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.

    18 min
  6. Poison Oak - The Poisoncast #09

    09/15/2016

    Poison Oak - The Poisoncast #09

    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!

    31 min
  7. Western Diamondback Rattlesnake - The Poisoncast #08

    05/14/2015

    Western Diamondback Rattlesnake - The Poisoncast #08

    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.

    39 min
  8. Mustard Gas - The Poisoncast #07

    04/26/2015

    Mustard Gas - The Poisoncast #07

    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

    37 min
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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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  • Creator
    Scott Barnett, Ph.D.
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2019
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2020
  • Show Website
    The Poisoncast