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“This was my go-to podcast during the worst of the pandemic. It really helped to put into perspective some of the conflicting news… but then they ended the podcast right before we had another full year of new variants and misinformation. It would’ve been nice if it hadn’t ended so soon!!”
bgawne via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/15/22
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“We need you, Jim!”
AndySZ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/03/21
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“We need you and Maeve’s humor more than ever!!”
mouse94002 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/21/21
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“Please come back!!
I’m sad to see this podcast end as we fight the Delta variant…..I stumbled upon this podcast just as my entire company went remote on March 12th - Catherine and Jim have casual but real conversations with each other, interview other experts and I not only was I validated over...”Read full review »
Bastienbell via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/14/21
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“Wait! I already have a new crop of questions! But, I respect that it was time to move on for all of you. Thank you so much for this podcast and the deep dive conversations simplified for the rest of us. The “vaccination is like a wetsuit/life jacket in the ocean” analogy is still one if my...”Read full review »
turtlesmakecheese via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/02/21
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“I am so sad this podcast is finishing. The conversations were a great way to stay informed about more than just the pandemic, but of course everything relevant in the pandemic. I am so unreasonably sad :( to loose this companionship.
However, happy that the pandemic and the pain is finishing.”
Tango78 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/21
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“Can not wait to hear your next project !”
Smile Munster via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/21
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“Thank you for being a constant companion throughout this ordeal! I will miss this podcast - happy as I am to be vaccinated and returning to normal, I am sad to say goodbye!”
GoAwayFarm via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/21
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“I’m crying. I’m going to miss you all and this podcast. Thank you so much for all you did to help us all move through this time.”
MAS in Mass via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/21
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“Will miss this podcast. Thank you!”
peachrh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/21
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“Oh my goodness I cannot believe this magnificent podcast is over. I learned so much from you all. You will all be so missed. You were such a great source of information with the correct amount of much needed calm. Thank you for everything Dr. James Hamblin, Katherine Wells, and Ms. Higgins.
Best...”Read full review »
elizas09 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/21
“Heavy on idle banter, like eavesdropping on the adjacent table’s mildly interesting brunch chat. Only way to get through it is to use the 2x or FF, liberally.”
JP...JP via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/21
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“We love the podcast and feel it is better with Maeve replacing Katherine”
derbcollins via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/21
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“Edited review: New host Maeve is not very interesting. I'm tired of all the giggling. Maybe it's just a reflection of the national situation but the show has lost all urgency and now is just chit chat.
Original review: I love this podcast a lot. The hosts are chatty and have good...”Read full review »
moonvoice via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/27/21
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“This Maeve lady would make a joke at her own grandmothers funeral.”
jerevieeeeas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/21/21
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“I started listening to this podcast at the beginning of the pandemic and it was good for getting solid, science-based info from Jim. But now that Maeve has joined, I listen for their banter because they’re truly hilarious together!”
Xineh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/06/21
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“Excellent listening for anyone who has
Suffered any long term mysterious chronic symptoms
As well as those who were unable
To get tested early on and still managing
Some Mysterious symptoms since last
March ....”
okcarole via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/06/21
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“My wife and I listen to Social Distance while we have our breakfast on Sunday morning. We enjoy listening to the podcast because we feel both entertained and educated at the same time. Thanks for helping us through this pandemic.
Ben B.”
Benb80 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/21
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“listening to an episode from may 2020, and katherine wells is being so pretentious, mean, and dismissive to her co-host. difficult to listen to”
Milo&Me via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/17/21
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“It’s like listening in on conversation of old friends enjoyed every minute.”
skicr_z via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/21
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“I have been listening since the beginning and really appreciate Jim sensible observations, Maeve’s sense of humor, and all the informative guests. I miss Katherine, but really love Maeve’s sense of humor.”
LisaOtero via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/21
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“I have loved this podcast for months but it’s just not the same with the new co-host! Is Maeve her permanent replacement because if so I may have to stop subscribing. She does not seem as well informed as Katherine and not a good fit with Jim.”
gwepo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/03/21
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“I’ve loved this podcast but I’ve taken off 1 star because I’m not enjoying it nearly as much since Maeve replaced Katherine. She’s nice and all and has a charming accent, but there is too much unfunny chit chat now and I don’t find she clicks with Jim. I find myself fast forwarding the beginning...”Read full review »
Caterina B. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/24/21
“Always an interesting take on the weeks COVID news and I’ve learned a lot but the real reason I choose this over other COVID podcasts is Maeve Higgins’ humor and the nice dynamic between her and the main host.”
The Hurlor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/20/21
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“Love the podcast - wondering if you’re planning to do an episode on Long Covid and what we know about it so far?
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•Why does it seem to impact women more than men?
•Why is it more likely to affect those who initially had a ‘mild’ case?
•Are there concerns about children and long...”Read full review »
Lo BH via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/18/21
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“Have been listening since March 2020 and LOVE this pod. Informative, measured, and fact-based. This pod has helped me understand the tips and turns of the pandemic. Thank you Jim and Katherine for being an informative part of my week over this past year.”
gard2.13 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/21
“First and foremost, because Katherine asked:
1. Jim is hilarious and not obnoxious.
Jim, your sense of humor has been cracking me up *and* teaching me cool stuff since I first saw your work on The Atlantic’s website—maybe it was a precursor to the If Our Bodies Could Talk series? (Which is...”Read full review »
Jenanen via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/21
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“Love this show! The information is timely and on point. Jim is a wonderfully patient and effective host and can distill the scientific information in a an engaging, understanding way. I miss Katherine as co-host. Hoping she comes back. The new woman co-host isn’t a good fit.”
Tangie S. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/09/21
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“She’s just too bubbly for a podcast about Covid. It was great when Katherine was Jim’s cohost.”
Anotherreasontohatecomcast via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/21
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“Love your show. You make everything so easy to understand and you crack me up. Can you do an episode that explains the science of the J and J vaccine and how it differs from the other two vaccines that are currently approved in the US?”
Jackie14141 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/28/21
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“i am becoming more and more annoyed with all the giggling and laughing of Mave.
To the point that i will stop listening.”
maria tenta via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/25/21
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“I love the info I get from this show.
One request: can we hear an extended loop of Maive laughing? So heartwarming. Puts me in a good mood every time I hear her joy in my ears.”
Flinthiller via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/25/21
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“I’m a longtime subscriber to The Atlantic, and I love to listen to podcasts, but somehow I discovered this only on the last day of 2020. It was perfect timing, though, as I binge-listened and it helped me remember and process the year. I really enjoy the combination of digging into technical...”Read full review »
listen4labwork via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/18/21
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“This is a great podcast, featuring Dr. James Hamblin giving us the latest covid updates/analysis. Not too crazy about his cohosts, they don’t seem to realize the show is not about them, but Hamblins insights shine through nonetheless.”
Cds65 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/13/21
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“The show has really grown on me! Maybe you’ve come into your stride. Anyhow, I’ve kept listening and have come to realize that the information feels so sane and reasonable, which is welcome in this weird time! Plus I love Maeve. Thanks!”
KHASL via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/12/21
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“Why are you leaving us for this new show? So sad.”
skorea via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/05/21
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“I’ve gotten over her pausing between words and making fun of Jim, the doctor. In the beginning, her anxiety about the pandemic was a bit over bearing and self serving. And her lack of knowledge is the definition of smart but stupid. Like being book smart but not world smart.
What keeps me...”Read full review »
Pictureliciousness via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/04/21
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“Now that some of us have received two doses of the vaccine, can you review the safety protocol we should continue to follow? In other words, please remind mom and dad (in their 90s) that they still need to stay out of stores, still need to wear a mask if they are near people outside their...”Read full review »
Rebecca-in-Florida via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/02/21
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“...can’t speak without 1000 “likes” a sentence. The Irish giggles...I’m deleting now.”
dickeyville via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/27/21
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“How do we know another pandemic won’t happen in a few years time?!! Yikes!”
JennyClarkeB via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/23/21
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“Because of this podcast, I bought a subscription to the Atlantic. I don’t remember how I came upon it, but lucky for me it was very early on. Immediately was hooked. Personable hosts, they seem like people from my friendship circles. I missed them when they did that unannounced short (thank...”Read full review »
Casey4545 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/22/21
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“This show has been a lifeline for me since it began. I love the casual and human tone of the conversations, and I absolutely depend on the clearheaded analysis of what’s really going on with Covid. Thanks for your hard work on this show, Jim and Katherine. It truly is getting me through all of...”Read full review »
LaraKD via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/09/21
“This podcast is great! The hosts are thoughtful and deliver straightforward answers to complicated questions we’re all asking about the pandemic.
Now that we’re receiving more news about covid vaccines, I’d love to hear you 2 explain how messenger RNA vaccines work!”
cmusselman88 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/03/20
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“She keeps laughing at really difficult topics non stop and awkwardly trying to sound funny when she really isn’t.
And he keeps missing the point.
The episode about misinformation is a disaster. It’s basically two privileged people being sarcastic and judgmental while he keeps missing the point...”Read full review »
_2020itUNes_ via Apple Podcasts ·
Austria ·
12/03/20
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“This podcast is truly amazing! I enjoy the dynamic between the hosts and it’s very informative. Been listening since March and it has kept me sane during this insane time. I’m always looking forward to new episodes. Great work!”
AlexAydelott via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/26/20
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“Love this podcast, I have recommended it to many during the pandemic. I have been a fan of James' for many years. I work as a medical writer and have studied how effective science communication works when the speaker is both warm and competent. These two nail it!”Read full review »
booksplantsmicrobescookies via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/22/20
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“I enjoy the dynamic between the hosts. The candid conversations make me smile while also providing useful information. Thank you so much for this valuable resource. I look forward to listening every week!”
Kelly in the wood via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/19/20
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