I just gave a hospital orderly-in-training the same advice I often give to scientists to alleviate their jitters before radio interviews. “Once you know what you need to keep an eye out for and how to do it, own it. If you show hesitation, people will get nervous.” Own it.

Dang it. We recently got a new gas stovetop.

I read a lot of fascinating science books for work, but they're not always enjoyable to read, unlike this one. "We Are Electric" is now in my top 3 favourite science books ever. I almost didn't want it to end! Tune in to Quirks & Quarks soon to hear Bob's interview with Sally Adee.

I actually can’t believe the CBC is having an honest conversation about Covid. David Putrino is interviewed. Here is a link to the Quirks and Quarks podcast. The Covid segment begins around the 34 minute mark. cbc.ca/radio/quirks/m…

This week Canadian Covid Society/Société canad. de la covid is marking Long Covid awareness week. I've had multiple family members affected, and though they are recovering, the spectre of future relapses and infections never quite goes away in this new era. The CBC had an excellent segment on the topic on one of

Essential reading - interview with David Putrino. cbc.ca/radio/quirks/b…

Thank you Doctors of BC for including in this morning Newsflash this excellent CBC article based on the Quirks & Quarks Q&A with Putrino Lab Can only hope that many MDs will read it or listen to the interview. cbc.ca/radio/quirks/b…

People who aren't stupid will read this - and modify their behaviors to adapt to proven reality so that they're less sick (and also less despicable). panaccindex.info/p/answered-doe…