Historical Anecdotes and Comparisons

The podcast humorously references historical figures to illustrate the light-hearted nature of Mike Duncan's condition. For instance, Alexis recounts the story of Calvin Coolidge Jr., who died from sepsis after getting a blister, linking it to the inadequacies of medical care in 1924 compared to today's options. Similarly, she mentions Alan Pinkerton, who reportedly died from an infection after an incident with his dog, and William Henry Harrison, whose long inaugural address led to complications that contributed to his premature death. These anecdotes serve to entertain while reinforcing the podcast's theme of contrasting past and present health experiences.