Today, Explained

Booster shots

Aug 24, 2021

In this engaging discussion, science writer Umair Irfan explains the FDA's recent approvals for COVID-19 vaccines and the push for booster shots. Sarah Zhang from The Atlantic shares her insights on living with the virus long-term, emphasizing that while COVID-19 may stick around, it might not be as daunting in the future. They humorously navigate vaccine marketing, ethical dilemmas of booster distribution, and our adaptation to an endemic reality. Tune in for an enlightening take on our ongoing relationship with this virus!

27:00

Episode guests

Sarah Zhang

Umair Irfan

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

Accelerated Vaccine Development During COVID-19

4min

Navigating the Vaccine Marketing Maze

8min

Upcoming Rollout of COVID-19 Booster Shots

3min

Living with COVID-19: Embracing Endemicity

6min

Navigating Scenarios in COVID-19's Evolution

3min

Vox’s Umair Irfan explains why you might need one. The Atlantic’s Sarah Zhang says the coronavirus is here forever, but ultimately, it might not be so bad.

This episode was produced by Will Reid, edited by Matt Collette, engineered by Efim Shapiro, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram.

Transcript at vox.com/todayexplained.

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