

Michael Osterholm
Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota. Epidemiologist specializing in infectious diseases.
Top 5 podcasts with Michael Osterholm
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Apr 30, 2024 • 31min
What You Need to Know About Bird Flu
Prof. Michael Osterholm discusses bird flu in US dairy cows, its potential to spread to humans, and the risks of consumption. Insights on virus evolution, cross-species transmission, outbreak detection challenges, and precautions for the public. Emphasis on pandemic preparedness and surveillance in farm animals.

Jun 10, 2025 • 31min
Information Inoculation: Defending Against Medical Myths: Why do you need to get a flu shot every year? | Melvin Sanicas
Michael Osterholm, a renowned epidemiologist and director at the University of Minnesota's Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, joins Melvin Sanicas to tackle pressing public health issues. They dive into why flu vaccines require annual updates due to the virus's rapid mutations. The conversation highlights the dangers of misinformation about vaccines and emphasizes the crucial role of accurate data and communication in rebuilding public trust. Listeners discover the importance of community preparedness against future pandemics.

May 28, 2025 • 28min
Could The NIH Plan For A ‘Universal Vaccine’ Really Work?
Join infectious disease expert Michael Osterholm and vaccine researcher Ted Ross as they delve into the NIH's ambitious plan for a universal vaccine. They discuss the potential of a single shot for flu and COVID-19 that could last for years. The conversation covers the challenges of vaccine development, addressing public hesitancy, and the innovative COBRA program that uses AI in vaccine design. With clinical trials on the horizon, they explore the complexities of ensuring trust and efficacy in public health strategies.

Dec 5, 2024 • 30min
In Good Health: Vaccine Hesitancy, Flu Season, And A Second Trump Presidency
Michael Osterholm, an infectious disease expert from the University of Minnesota, joins health politics reporter Dan Diamond and vaccine specialist Dr. Haley Gans from Stanford. They dive into the troubling low vaccination rates as flu season approaches, discussing the critical need for community efforts. The guests explore the increasing vaccine hesitancy influenced by mixed messages around COVID-19 and potential health policies under the incoming Trump administration, raising concerns over misinformation and public health risks.

Feb 18, 2022 • 2h 34min
#1779 - Michael Osterholm
Dr. Michael Osterholm, a renowned expert in infectious disease epidemiology, dives into the complexities of the COVID-19 pandemic. He discusses the impact of misinformation and highlights how COVID-19 variants, especially in wildlife, complicate management efforts. Osterholm explores the origins of SARS-CoV, emphasizing the need for transparency in research. He also examines long COVID, health disparities tied to vitamin D, and the role of barbershops in community health education. The conversation underscores the importance of humility in public health communication.