Such a great podcast. Making immunology more accessible for the masses, but also just increasing the accessibility of immunology among scientists who may not have a regular immunology journal club to attend. I love hearing everyone’s perspectives on the papers presented and I love “seeing” how new findings inform the way we see a field. So important to demonstrate the scientific process in real time. Thank you all!

Only wish episodes were more frequent

Also, that the platypus would be considered a potential vector for COVID *evolution* is pathetic. Transmission? MAYBE. But it is an endangered species! Do you understand the Wright/Fischer maths on population genetics? There are no such things as “infinite pangolins” ... it’s as if the institutions of science are terminally politicized or have such overinflated egos as to be exhibiting some kind of institutional meningitis. Absolutely pathetic. Between these 3 things — 1️⃣ lack of *real discussion* on Li-Meng Yan 2️⃣ pangolins as inpossibly endangered vectors and 3️⃣ lack of coverage on the importance of “micro-zinc” or bioavailable zinc — modern science and esp. health research has lost all credibility. I have looked at Yan’s research and it is unbelievable how her work has been smeared. There are serious problems in “peer review” and related processes that science can just defame her and trash her research in mainstream media. PATHETIC

I am thrilled to have found your podcast. This is exactly what a basic immunology master turned a full time wife and mom in chief needs in her life. Thank you, thank you!

The hosts and guests give thorough explanations of the topics at hand. They describe and explain things with an emphasis on the fundamentals. Then they delve into the more technical aspects. Their approach appeals to those new to the topic as well as experts and anyone in between.

I love this podcast, excellent references, sources and guests who are experts in their field. It DOES NOT focus on politics. The only thing that has been mentioned on this show is the way that the Trump administration has attempted to politicize science in order to deflect blame during this outbreak(they have!) and that they have taken away funding from important science organizations(like the WHO). If you are looking for an excellent podcast and reading reviews to see if you should listen, ignore the Trumpster who cannot handle a single comment about bad policy. This podcast *IS NOT* about politics. You will hear very little politics and you will learn sound science.

Great info that helps me understand immunology and think like a scientist.

If you want to hear people bash president trump this is the podcast for you. Some might say that there are plenty of podcasts that opine on every twist and turn in the trump saga such as the funding of who, the disinfections gaffe, should people be allowed to walk on the beach, etc etc. Vincent Racaniello is certainly not in this camp and will spend a good portion of every episode warrioring into the politics of the day.

I dabbled in biology in college, which was a long time ago.. so the terminology is a little dense at times, but I still enjoyed this podcast and will continue listening. The hosts are extremely dedicated and use mostly laymen’s terms to describe complex processes. Well done!

Please keep up the great work, I recommend it to any non-immunologist who wants to know more about the immune system and any healthcare professional who wants to sound smarter

Fantastic podcast!

surprisingly addicting. has kept me inspired and fascinated as I am studying for my step 1 med school boards. may have even helped me get a practice question or two right. but mostly just keeps me motivated by reminding me how useful and fascinating basic science is!

As someone who has been fighting CLL now for 5 yrs. I came across this podcast recently ....explains immunology to this lay-person without feeling dumbed-down, too much. These guys are really engaging, informative, curious and have a real knack for communicating the topic at hand. Has really helped in understanding my treatment and communicating with my doctors at UPenn. Thank you.

This is a great podcast to listen to while on the run! I remember listening to Dr. Racaniello when I was an understudergraduate. I am glad he has expanded into immunology.

Great content, even better hosts: everything you wanted to know about your immune system, vaccines, pathogens, and all the cell types named by letters you can ask for!

Been waiting forever for this, couldn’t be happier.

Wow. The hosts of this podcast explain so well the intricacies of the immune system! Not only do I step away thinking that humans are incredible, but so are the defenders in other animals...great quality show with an excellent host dynamic. Keep it up!

The weather in Bloomington Indiana is 71 F /22 C. I think immune is one of the best and my most looked forward to podcast in my library! I am a completing my PhD study of ion mobility mass spectrometry and its applications at Indiana university. Immune has opened my eyes to the amazing and translational field of immunology! Thank you so much for doing the work that it takes to make this podcast what it is!

I think I could listen to immunology topics all day long. Such an interesting area of research. If the first episode is any indicator of what's to come I'm really looking foward to future shows. Update...Cindy and Steph are doing an excellent job of presenting their articles. Very easy to follow. Mike in Oregon

This podcast is very one sided when they discuss politics. Not every scientist is a liberal and has your one sided ideology. Please stop talking about politics and keep to the science behind stuff. After all, you don’t have degrees in economics and political science.

Happy to have the chance to hear about immunology from the twi gang

The immune system is so amazingly complex that it is a magnet topic. Vincent and company always make science subjects compelling and addictive.

Another great addition to the microbe.tv collection.