Musophobia 2: The RATurn

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In this sequel to Waywut’s rat-infested deep dive, Jason returns to the subject of musophobia—the fear of rats—with a reluctant attempt to be fair. Because as disgusting as rats may be, they’ve also done a surprising amount of good for humanity… and that just makes things more complicated.

From landmine detection to tuberculosis screening, rats have found their way into medicine, history, and even hero status. But does any of that redeem their creepy little hands and cold dead eyes? Jason's not convinced—Darrell definitely is.

🐀 Inside this episode:

• The strange ways rats have helped save lives
• The science behind giant African pouched rats and their medical uses
• Rats as environmental disruptors—and unlikely war hero ...