PhageLine

About PhageLine

PhageLine unpacks the science of bacteriophages, one paper at a time. From groundbreaking studies to surprising discoveries, we translate complex research into engaging conversations. Whether you are steeped in microbiology or just discovering the fascinating world of phages, PhageLine delivers a unique perspective on the science behind these bacterial predators. PhageLine is on BlueSky (https://bsky.app/profile/phageline.bsky.social). Follow us never to miss anything again. This podcast is generated using artificial intelligence. Infectious disease scientists review the scripts before production.

Publisher

Planomicrobium massiliensis

Category

health & fitness · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Jan 2025

Latest episode

11 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

32 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   11 Oct 2025

   PhageLine #32: Antibiotic and Probiotic Effects on the Gut Phageome

   This episode discusses the effects of antibiotics and probiotics on phage communities within swine gut microbiota, based on research by Lemieux et al.

2. 

   4 Oct 2025

   PhageLine #31: Bacteriophage-Mediated Vitamin B12 Release

   This episode of PhageLine examines the Sultana et al. paper in ISME Communications, focusing on bacteriophage-mediated cell lysis for Vitamin B12 release in a marine bacterium.

3. 

   20 Sept 2025

   PhageLine #30: Bacteriophage-Fusidic Acid Synergy In An Ex Vivo Dermis Model

   Industry experts explore the synergistic effects of bacteriophages and fusidic acid against meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus pseudintermedius using an ex vivo canine dermis model.

Who has been a guest on PhageLine

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Dr Jane Doe
• Dr Silas
• Dr John Collins

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

1.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 24 / 100

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Quality

48

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

0

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Guest appearances

Books guests

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