Episode notes
Uncover the hidden histories behind global outbreaks with A History of the World in Six Plagues by historian of science Edna Bonhomme, set to be published in March 2025 available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/43Vv4Zc
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This insightful work delves into the stories behind pandemics, revealing how they take root, escalate through societal oversights, and leave a legacy that shapes our future. Bonhomme, drawing on her expertise in biology and public health, and her background as a working-class person of Haitian descent, offers a unique lens on how societies grapple with crises, often seeking simple solutions that pave ...