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Layal Liverpool

Science journalist and author of "Systemic: How Racism is Making Us Ill". Her work has appeared in publications such as New Scientist, Nature, The Guardian, and Wired.

Top 3 podcasts with Layal Liverpool

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Oct 30, 2020 • 29min

#40: Halloween special: real-life vampires, the science of ghosts, deep-sea zombies, monster black holes

Real-life vampires in California infuse themselves with young blood plasma to rejuvenate their brains and extend their lives. The podcast explores the mysteries of ghosts, the destructive force of black holes, and the existence of zombie microbes. It also discusses the similarities between near-death experiences and the effects of psychedelic drugs, as well as the strange phenomena within black holes and the possibility of wormholes.
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Jul 20, 2024 • 46min

How Inequality in Healthcare Makes Society Sick, with Layal Liverpool and Chris van Tulleken, Part Two

Layal Liverpool, a science journalist and author of "Systemic", teams up with Chris van Tulleken, a medical doctor and author of "Ultra Processed People". They dive into how systemic racism and unhealthy food processing contribute to health inequalities. The duo highlights startling racial disparities in healthcare, especially for black women, and discusses the critical need for cultural awareness in healthcare practices. They advocate for systemic reform, emphasizing that understanding patient experiences is crucial for improving health outcomes across marginalized communities.
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Jul 19, 2024 • 47min

How Inequality in Healthcare Makes Society Sick, with Layal Liverpool and Chris van Tulleken, Part One

In this insightful discussion, science journalist Layal Liverpool and medical doctor Chris van Tulleken tackle the pressing issue of healthcare inequality. Liverpool, author of 'Systemic: How Racism is Making Us Ill,' highlights how systemic racism impacts health outcomes. Meanwhile, van Tulleken, known for 'Ultra-Processed People,' discusses the role of unhealthy food processing in our society. Together, they reveal how historical biases and economic disparities constitute critical public health issues, emphasizing the need for urgent reform.