Beyond The Petri Dish

by Kyle Magee, Heather Nutting, Aaron Odegard, John Ecker

Welcome to "Beyond the Petri Dish”, the podcast where we delve deep into the world of clinical microbiology and explore its broader impacts in a banter style dialogue.

Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily represent those of our employers, organizations, committee groups, or other individuals or entities.  ... 

 ...  Read more

Podcast episodes

  • Season 1

  • Laboratory Professionals Week - Past, Present, and Future

    Laboratory Professionals Week - Past, Present, and Future

    Join us as we discuss lab week in the medical laboratory profession throughout the years.

  • Episode 3: The FDA’s LDT Proposal + Theranos and the Holmes Brewed Tests

    Episode 3: The FDA’s LDT Proposal + Theranos and the Holmes Brewed Tests

    Explore with us the intricacies of the FDA's latest LDT proposal and unravel the Theranos scandal's profound effect on clinical laboratories.

  • Episode 2: A Deep Dive into Healthcare Ethics + CMS Changes + Epidemiology in the Clinical Lab

    Episode 2: A Deep Dive into Healthcare Ethics + CMS Changes + Epidemiology in the Clinical Lab

    Step into episode two of 'Beyond The Petri Dish,' where we delve into the intricate world of healthcare through the lens of clinical laboratory science. Join us as we unravel an ethical quandary faced aboard an aircraft, decipher the latest CMS alterations impacting lab professionals, and dissect intriguing epidemiology cases encountered within the lab's confines. We also expand the conversation to examine the far-reaching effects and vital role of clinical lab work in contemporary infection control practices. Tune in for a thought-provoking journey through the microscopic marvels that influence healthcare.

  • Episode 1: Legionella Hot Springs + Chopped Meat Broth and Rabbits + The Magic of MALDI-TOF

    Episode 1: Legionella Hot Springs + Chopped Meat Broth and Rabbits + The Magic of MALDI-TOF

    Welcome to our inaugural podcast episode where we dive into the captivating realm of clinical microbiology and beyond. This time, we're exploring the enigmatic presence of Legionella in hot springs, unraveling the nature of chopped meat broth, and revealing the magic behind the MALDI-TOF technology in bacteria detection. Ponder with us: Is more, more, more bacteria going to get you better MALDI-TOF scores? Tune in as we dissect these fascinating subjects with a mix of expertise and lighthearted banter, bringing the microscopic world to life right before your ears.

  • Beyond The Petri Dish Podcast, Teaser Trailer

    Trailer

    Beyond The Petri Dish Podcast, Teaser Trailer

    Trailer

    We are Beyond The Petri Dish, your one stop shop for conversations in the clinical microbiology lab and beyond. Here is a quick teaser trailer of what you can expect in our banter style conversations.