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Maria Theresa's Medical Legacy (with Matt Kaplan)

FEB 3, 202628 MIN
Noble Blood

Maria Theresa's Medical Legacy (with Matt Kaplan)

FEB 3, 202628 MIN

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Dana is joined by the science writer for The Economist, Matt Kaplan, to discuss 18th century medical progress, the legacy of Maria Theresa, and the tragedy of Ignaz Semmelweis. Order Matt's new book, I TOLD YOU SO!, now. Support Noble Blood:— Bonus episodes, stickers, and scripts on Patreon— Order Dana's book, 'Anatomy: A Love Story' and its sequel 'Immortality: A Love Story'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.