Dave Weigel, a Semafor reporter, dives into the cultural storm sparked by Zyn, a nicotine pouch product. Keren Landman, a Vox health reporter, shares fascinating insights on how Zyn compares to traditional cigarettes and vapes. They discuss the political ramifications of youth nicotine use, explore regulatory challenges, and highlight concerns surrounding appealing flavors designed to attract young users. The duo navigates the tricky landscape of consumer freedom versus public health, making for an engaging discussion.

Keren Landman, a senior health reporter at Vox, and Joseph Osmundson, a clinical assistant professor at NYU, delve into the monkeypox crisis primarily affecting queer communities. They discuss the WHO's declaration of a global health emergency and the dire lack of resources like vaccines and testing. The conversation highlights the stigma surrounding public health responses, draws parallels to the HIV/AIDS crisis, and stresses the need for effective communication and equitable healthcare access for marginalized populations.

Join Keren Landman, a Vox reporter and physician specializing in epidemiology, as she unpacks the reality of monkeypox in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. She reassures listeners that monkeypox likely won't be as devastating, thanks to lessons learned from the past. They delve into its transmission methods, emphasizing contact over airborne spread. Keren highlights the importance of vaccination and discusses the implications of halted smallpox vaccinations. Plus, the conversation touches on how climate change is influencing the emergence of infectious diseases.