Rabies: When Monsters are Real

Monica Murphy, a veterinarian and co-author of "Rabid," shares the chilling cultural history of rabies, linking it to vampires and werewolves. She discusses our enduring nightmares about the disease and how they affected public perception. Wildlife biologist Kathy Nelson then details an innovative aerial vaccination program targeting raccoon rabies, employing bait dropped from airplanes. Together, they explore the balance between wildlife management and public health, revealing fascinating insights into both the disease and the cleverness of raccoons.