Plagues with Dr. Keith

About Plagues with Dr. Keith

Exploring the science, history and sociology of the most significant diseases and pandemics throughout human history. Keith Sumey, MD will give insight, through the lens of an ER physician, of how disease impacts humanity.

Publisher

Keith Sumey, MD

Category

history · science

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Jul 2026

Latest episode

4 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

5 of 8 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   4 Nov 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Ebola: A Bloody Reckoning

   Dr. Keith explores the origins and enduring lessons of the Ebola virus, revealing its devastating impact and ongoing threat.

2. 

   1 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   PRIMER: Rabies

   Dr. Keith explains the basics of rabies, offering listeners a foundational understanding of this deadly disease.

3. 

   22 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Black Death Part 3

   Dr. Keith explores the devastating social, cultural, and economic impact of the Black Death across Europe and its lasting societal changes.

4. 

   7 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT

   PRIMER: Cyclospora

   Dr. Keith explains the basics of Cyclospora, offering listeners a foundational understanding of this parasitic infection.

5. 

   26 Aug 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Black Death Part 2

   Dr. Keith explores the Black Death's relentless march across medieval Europe and its devastating consequences.

6. 

   6 Aug 2026

   PRIMER: Hantavirus

   Dr. Keith explains the basics of hantavirus, offering listeners a foundational understanding of this infectious disease.

7. 

   26 Jul 2026

   Black Death Part I

   Dr. Keith explores the Black Death's origins, transmission, and biological impact, setting the stage for its devastating arrival in Europe.

8. 

   18 Jul 2026

   Plagues with Dr. Keith

   Dr. Keith introduces listeners to the fascinating world of plagues, offering a foundational understanding of these historical and ongoing health crises.

Inside a recent episode

Ebola: A Bloody Reckoning

Published 4 Nov 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] Second, the government acted and acted hard. Authorities put the affected region under quarantine. Roads were closed. Travel in and out was restricted. In mid-October, an international team arrived from Zaire, Belgium, the United States, and elsewhere, including seasoned virus hunters from the CDC. […]

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

40 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

147 ratings

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