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Joyful Microbe

All about the microbes we encounter in our daily lives (with or without realizing it). The Joyful Microbe podcast helps you see how bacteria, fungi, viruses, archaea, and protozoa live everywhere arou... Read more

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The Aromatic World of Microbes: Exploring the Delightful and Repulsive Smells

The Aromatic World of Microbes: Exploring the Delightful and Repulsive Smells

Have you ever caught a whiff of something and wondered, "What in the world is responsible for this?" Well, the world of ... Read more

20 Jul 2023

23mins

Ranked #2

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What Really Makes Something Dirty: Dr. Sandra Wilks

What Really Makes Something Dirty: Dr. Sandra Wilks

In a world where news articles claim that your water bottle has more bacteria than a toilet seat, it's natural to worry ... Read more

30 Jun 2023

1hr 9mins

Ranked #3

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Algae in Nature and Biotechnology: Dr. Kyle Lauersen

Algae in Nature and Biotechnology: Dr. Kyle Lauersen

In this episode, we dive into the captivating world of algae and biotechnology with Dr. Kyle Lauersen. He is an Assistan... Read more

30 May 2023

57mins

Ranked #4

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Introducing Joyful Microbiology Activities

Introducing Joyful Microbiology Activities

I'm thrilled to announce that in this podcast episode, I read the introduction chapter of my brand new ebook, Joyful Mic... Read more

27 Apr 2023

16mins

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Microbes & health, forensic microbiology, and Invisible Friends: Dr. Jake Robinson

Microbes & health, forensic microbiology, and Invisible Friends: Dr. Jake Robinson

Dr. Jake Robinson is a microbial ecologist at Flinders University and researches microbes, ecosystems, social equity iss... Read more

30 Mar 2023

46mins

Ranked #6

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Microbiology Education Ideas and Tips From The Joyful Microbe Community

Microbiology Education Ideas and Tips From The Joyful Microbe Community

We are celebrating, microbe friends! This month marks the 4th anniversary of Joyful Microbe!!! I’ve had such a blast cre... Read more

18 Oct 2022

21mins

Ranked #7

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How To Nurture Your Skin Microbiome: Dr. Julie O’Sullivan

How To Nurture Your Skin Microbiome: Dr. Julie O’Sullivan

A vast number of microbes live on our skin, in our gut, and almost everywhere else you can imagine on and in our bodies.... Read more

30 Sep 2022

57mins

Ranked #8

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What is a tardigrade?

What is a tardigrade?

Tardigrades are beloved microorganisms. These little water bears hide in moss, lichen, and bark of trees. When kids disc... Read more

5 Aug 2022

37mins

Ranked #9

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The Microbiology of Fermented Foods: Dr. John Leech

The Microbiology of Fermented Foods: Dr. John Leech

Fermented foods like beer, wine, bread, sauerkraut, yogurt, and kombucha are delicious to eat and fun to make at home. A... Read more

25 May 2022

1hr 6mins

Ranked #10

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Microbiology Activities for High School Students: Jessica Popescu

Microbiology Activities for High School Students: Jessica Popescu

The K-12 curriculum does not cover microbiology much at all. But this area of science matters. Children need a complete ... Read more

28 Apr 2022

1hr 1min

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