#respiratory-health
17 episodes
#3731: How to Spot Life-Threatening Intoxication
The signs of dangerous CNS depression most people miss — and what to do before help arrives.
#3662: Why UV Mosquito Traps Fail (And What Works)
UV traps mostly catch harmless bugs. Here’s what actually stops mosquitoes without harming your lungs.
#3308: Biologics for Severe Asthma: Beyond Singulair
A guide to targeted therapies reshaping severe asthma treatment — from Xolair to Dupixent.
#3148: What Vaping Does to Your Lungs Beyond Nicotine
Formaldehyde, heavy metals, and popcorn lung — the real chemistry of vaping vs. smoking.
#3145: Where Indoor Smoking Is Still Legal in 2026
Indonesia, Germany, Japan, Egypt, and Russia — the surprising places where lighting up indoors is still allowed.
#3095: Can a $60 Dremel Engrave 4mm Lab Parts?
A $60 Dremel can engrave tiny numbers on metal — but only with the right bits, stencils, and ventilation.
#2728: Cleaning When You Can't Handle the Fumes
Vinegar and baking soda work, but not as disinfectants. Here’s what actually works for asthma-safe cleaning.
#2727: Your Kitchen Air Is Worse Than a Smoggy Day
Gas stoves spike NO2 above EPA limits in minutes. Here’s how to fix your kitchen air.
#976: From Monkey Jaws to Sleep Apnea: A Career Pivot
Discover how years of primate research paved the way for modern sleep apnea treatments and a new era of dental sleep medicine.
#906: Coal's Brutal Security Blanket
Think coal is a thing of the past? Discover why global demand is hitting record highs and the devastating health toll on today’s miners.
#842: The Asthma Code: Why Your Lungs Ignore Antihistamines
Discover why the immune system uses different "weapons" for the nose and lungs, and why leukotrienes are the heavy hitters of asthma.
#641: Marking Tiny Tech Without the Fumes
Discover how to label tiny tech gear and cables professionally using asthma-safe, low-odor methods for a perfect home inventory system.
#618: When Ancient Cloth Beats Modern Filters
As Jerusalem turns orange under a massive dust storm, Herman and Corn explore how Bedouin traditions and human biology adapt to a world of sand.
#617: Why Your Body Is a Slow-Moving Ocean Liner
Ever wonder why Montelukast takes 14 days to work? Herman and Corn dive into the biology of "immunological plasticity" and the slow immune system.
#500: Why Mold Smells Linger and Bleach Backfires
Is a lingering musty smell haunting your home? Discover the science of MVOCs and how to eliminate hidden mold without tearing down your walls.
#479: How the Pandemic Actually Ended
The pandemic "ended," but the virus remains. Herman and Corn break down the 2026 landscape of variants, policy shifts, and vaccine guidance.
#342: When a Leaky Roof Becomes a Breathing Crisis
Explore the latest in respiratory science, from the "One Airway" concept to revolutionary SMART therapy and managing asthma-induced anxiety.