Episode 55 - Trust Me, You’ll Feel Better: Medicine from Quackery to Science to Quackery Again

What kind of doctor treats you if you step on a duck? The Two Humans cure what ails you as they look at the history of medical quackery. Please open your wallet and say “ah”!
Episode 55 - Trust Me, You’ll Feel Better: Medicine from Quackery to Science to Quackery Again
An Intro to Anthro with 2 Humans
Human Number One, John McCray, and Human Number Two, John Lehr, re-assess what it means to be human.
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[@clairem.caterer856]

I was glad you referenced Lydia Kang's book! I actually know her--she also writes young adult fiction (which is not to say that her nonfiction is fantasy). Also, on an unrelated note: It was great seeing you at the reunion, John McCray. John Lehr, you need to come to the next one!

[@introtoanthrowith2humans]

Claire thank you!! Human number 1 reported an excellent conversation at the reunion and I, Human number 2, will take your advice on the next one! We would love to get your email to discuss Ms. Kange and many other things! Please reach out to: [e-mail]