Topic: Case Western Reserve

3 chapters across the catalog

Coof Croup
Episode 1414 1:20:43 - 1:23:25

1414: Coof Croup

Omicron Severity Study, Case Western Reserve University

A study from Case Western Reserve University involving 500,000 health records confirms that the Omicron variant is significantly less severe than the Delta variant. The risk of ER visits, ICU admission, and mechanical ventilation is substantially lower for Omicron patients regardless of vaccination status. This data is seen as a potential "spell-breaker" for those still in a state of high anxiety regarding the virus.

Gain of Function
Episode 1244 2:42:49 - 2:52:22

1244: Gain of Function

China Espionage, Federal Thrift Fund and Stock Exchange Rules

Maria Bartiromo interviewed President Trump regarding Chinese attempts to steal coronavirus research and the arrest of professors with undisclosed ties to China. Trump discussed blocking the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board from investing $50 billion in Chinese companies and addressed the lack of transparent accounting for Chinese firms listed on U.S. stock exchanges.

Banned by NASA
Episode 251 2:03:28 - 2:12:43

251: Banned by NASA

Hypertexting and Hypernetworking Health Study

A study from Case Western Reserve University claims that "hypertexting" teens (sending over 120 texts a day) are more likely to engage in risky behaviors like binge drinking and drug use. The hosts dismiss the study as a marketing scam funded by the Kaiser Family Foundation to drive enrollment in youth programs.