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A few years after the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re still uncovering lessons about how science, communities, and governments can work together to tackle global health challenges. Today, we are joined by Dr. Gonzalo Moratorio, Head of the Experimental Evolution of Viruses Lab at the Institut Pasteur de Montevideo and Associate Professor at the University of the Republic, Uruguay, for a chat about keepin...

Professor Keith Whittington discusses the heightened interest in academic freedom and free speech issues on university campuses and his work leading a new center at Yale Law School focused on these topics. He also delves into his recent books, including one on the impeachment power, and his worries about attacks on higher education. Episode webpage and transcript: https://law.yale.edu/yls-today/ne...

Welcome to the last YJBM Science News of the 2024! Join us as we discuss the recent news in healthcare and science across the Yale community. Today, our hosts Mara and Samantha will share some of the most intriguing topics of the past few weeks. Papers featured in the episode: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41590-024-02023-4 https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-024-54657-5 https://doi.org/10.1...

The Very Rev’d Dr. Andrew McGowan, Dean of Berkeley Divinity School at Yale, joins Hannah for an Advent episode. Dean McGowan reflects on his career as a priest, academic, and administrator and shares how the Daily Office helps him maintain balance in the midst of it all. He shares the “what” and “why” behind the lectionary and reflects on the Advent readings from Luke for lectionary year C. We ex...

In this episode, Dr. Mark I. Zakowski delves into the pressing issue of pain during cesarean delivery. During our interview, we explore how our societies (ASA and SOAP) are collaborating to provide practitioners with valuable insights into managing this problem that affects approximately 15-20% of cesarean delivery patients. The ASA approved the “Statement on Pain during Cesarean Delivery” from th...

What is comparative medicine and why is it important for guiding knowledge of human diseases? How does the brain regulate homeostasis of the body? In this episode of the YJBM podcast, our host Amy interviews researcher and professor Dr. Tamas Horvath about the broad and expanding topic of comparative medicine and his research on how neuroendocrine regulation is important in homeostasis and the dev...

What can the intricate world of the ovary teach us about overall health? In this episode, we explore the implications of interdisciplinary research and predictive models on drug development with Dr. Hattie Chung, a recently-joined researcher and faculty member at Yale. Dr. Chung studies diverse biological topics through a systems biology lens through which she fosters collaboration and creativity....

Professor Lin tells us all about her new book Immigration and Apocolypse: How the Book of Revelation Shaped American Immigration. We think about Christopher Columbus and the New World, why there's a "new" in New England, New York, and New Haven, how Revelation's words have shaped rhetoric about immigration, how Westward expansion and building a wall fit in, and more. Professor Lin helps us think a...

The Rev. Dr. Danielle Tumminio Hansen joins Hannah and Brandon for an enriching discussion about teaching theology using pop culture (Harry Potter), trauma-informed spiritual care, and new frontiers in the theology of abortion. Hosts: Brandon Nappi and Hannah Black Guest: Danielle Tumminio Hansen Production: Goodchild Media Music: Wayfaring Stranger, Theodicy Jazz Collective Art: Ella Landino berk...

YDS Associate Professor of New Testament Yii-Jan Lin discusses how American immigration ideology and policy has been influenced by the Book of Revelation; COVID-19 and patterns of xenophobia in America; and modern political discourse on immigration. https://divinity.yale.edu/news/quadcast-modern-immigration-ideology-and-book-revelation-professor-yii-jan-lin

Welcome to the YJBM Science News! Join us as we discuss the recent news in healthcare and science across the Yale community. Today, our hosts Mara and Samantha will share some of the most intriguing topics of the past few weeks. Papers featured in the episode: https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/154/Supplement%203/e2024067043N/199726/The-Circumstances-Surrounding-Fatal-Pediatric https:...

How does stress affect the prefrontal cortex? In this episode of the YJBM podcast, host Delyar Khosroabadi speaks with Dr. Amy Arnsten, Albert E. Kent Professor of Neuroscience and Professor of Psychology. Dr. Arnsten shares the experience that sparked her interest in neuroscience, her journey as an undergraduate creating the first neuroscience major at Brown University, and what drew her to study...

Susan Owens on Her Alternative History of Art

Renowned author and spiritual leader Parker Palmer joins Brandon and Hannah to explore the world of leadership and teaching. Palmer shares stories from his life, including profound mystical experiences, bouts of clinical depression, and classroom successes. The conversation underscores the importance of listening and trusting in leadership and teaching. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of t...

This special Halloween episode focuses on the Salem witch trials with a focus on what church leaders can learn from this period of history. Dr. Kenneth Minkema—Executive Editor of The Works of Jonathan Edwards and of the Jonathan Edwards Center & Online Archive at Yale University—teaches us about the witch trials in New England, highlighting their religious and social contexts, the dynamics of fea...

Dr. Allana Munro and Dr. Ronald George are two obstetric anesthesia experts whose research is focused on labor analgesia. Two years ago, they demonstrated that “achieving desired pain relief” is of utmost importance to our patients. The question remains: How can we safely achieve this while minimizing workload and side effects? In this episode, they discuss their study titled “An Innovative Approa...

In this special episode of the Yale Journal of Biology and Medicine podcast, hosts Shivesh Shourya and Mara Kushelman bring together a remarkable group of individuals transforming spinal cord injury (SCI) recovery through peer mentorship and advocacy. Joining us are Jonathan Sigworth, co-founder of More Than Walking, a nonprofit promoting independent living for SCI survivors; Dr. Benjamin Doolittl...

Can you tell the difference between snake oil and evidence-based medicine? In this episode, meet Dr. James Yu: researcher, editor of multiple journals, father, Yale alum, and radiation oncologist. Dr. Yu shares with our host Elaine Yang how alternative medicine influences patient outcomes, the power of interdisciplinary research collaborations, as well as what embracing technological advancements...

Welcome to the YJBM Science News! Join us as we discuss the recent news in healthcare and science across the Yale community. Today, our hosts Mara and Samantha will share some of the most intriguing topics of the past two weeks. Papers featured in the episode: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2825212 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0896627324006937 ht...

Jennifer Raab reads from ‘Relics of War: The History of a Photograph’ by YaleUniversity

With Yale’s first application deadline approaching, Hannah, Mark, and special guest Alfie hosted a special live virtual event for students planning to apply in the current admissions cycle. The officers answered questions about standardized testing, essays, and how officers review applications, while busting a few myths and responding to some of the most persistent rumors about selective college a...

In this special episode, British film critic David Thomson interviews music journalist, author, and cultural critic Greil Marcus. They cover how Marcus writes, the upcoming presidential election, classical music, and more.

Brandon and Hannah chat about why the podcast is called The Leader’s Way. We hear Brandon’s definition of leadership and talk about the courage, vulnerability, and commitment required of leaders. We hear Brandon’s vocation story and reflect on the work we do, offering continuing education to church leaders. Hosts: Brandon Nappi and Hannah Black Production: Goodchild Media berkeleydivinity.yale.edu...

Have you ever wondered what’s going on behind the curtains of the newest YJBM issue? Join our hosts Samantha and Mara as they interview the deputy editor for the September issue on Integrative Medicine Charlotte Godfrey, and learn about the process of putting the issue together, as well as her thoughts on integrative medicine and future of complementary therapies. IM issue: https://www.ncbi.nlm.ni...

As quantum technology advances rapidly, it is crucial to consider its ethical implications. While quantum applications hold the potential to transform industries, they also pose significant moral challenges. Quantum computers, for instance, could dismantle current encryption methods, jeopardizing data privacy and cybersecurity. Their ability to solve complex problems at unprecedented speeds might...