Thomas Daniels
Research scientist in vector ecology and director of the Lewis Calder Center in Armonk, the biological field station of Fordham University.
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Jul 2, 2025 • 15min
An Abundance of Ticks
Thomas Daniels, a research scientist in vector ecology and director of the Louis Calder Center, sheds light on the alarming rise in tick populations, with a perfect 10 risk level this summer. He discusses practical outdoor strategies to avoid ticks and shares insights into Lyme disease, particularly the tricky nature of nymph ticks. Daniels also addresses the challenges of tick removal and the hurdles in developing a human vaccine for Lyme disease, while highlighting the health risks tied to the growing Lone Star tick population.
Jul 5, 2025 • 1h 18min
Brian Lehrer Weekend: Comptroller Lander; Tick Season; Young Voters for Mamdani
Brad Lander, New York City's Comptroller and former mayoral candidate, shares his experiences from his campaign, critiques of Mayor Adams, and insights on the city’s balanced budget. Thomas Daniels discusses the escalating tick risks and Lyme disease awareness, offering vital outdoor safety tips. Michael Lang highlights the surge of young voters turning out for Zohran Mamdani, revealing their frustration with the status quo and the importance of civic engagement in reshaping NYC politics.
