#9332
Mentioned in 6 episodes

I Contain Multitudes

The Microbes Within Us and a Grander View of Life
Book • 2016
In 'I Contain Multitudes', Ed Yong delves into the fascinating world of microbes, revealing how these microscopic organisms shape our health, influence our environment, and are integral to the functioning of ecosystems.

The book discusses the discovery of microbes, their symbiotic relationships with humans and other organisms, and their impact on digestion, immune systems, and even human behavior.

Yong emphasizes that microbes are not just disease-causing agents but are mostly beneficial, living in harmony with us and other creatures.

The book offers a grand view of life, highlighting the complexity and importance of microbial ecosystems and their potential for advancing healthcare and our understanding of the natural world.

Mentioned by

Mentioned in 6 episodes

Mentioned by
undefined
Ed Yong
as his first book, about the microbes that live inside our bodies and other animals.
266 snips
'The Interview': Ed Yong Wants to Show You the Hidden Reality of the World
Mentioned by
undefined
Dax Shepard
as a great book about microbes and their place in the world.
67 snips
Colleen Cutcliffe (on the microbiome)
Mentioned by
undefined
Dax Shepard
as a mind-blowing book about microbes and the microbiome.
14 snips
Sunita Sah (on defiance)
Recommended by
undefined
Rob Dunn
alongside another Ed Yong title as insightful on microbes and interspecies relationships.
13 snips
Mutualisms all the way down
Recommended by
undefined
Mary Anne Amalaradjou
for those interested in learning about the microbiome in a fun, non-scientific way.
Dr. Mary Anne Amalaradjou: Probiotics in Poultry | Ep. 82
Mentioned by
undefined
Robert Krulwich
as a primer on all things microbiomic.
Funky Hand Jive
Mentioned by Ross when discussing recent science reporting about malaria and mosquito interventions.
Ross and Carrie are Falsifiable: Corrections and Updates Edition
Mentioned as
undefined
Ed Yong
's first book.
Nature’s supercomputer lives on your dog | Ed Yong
Recommended by
undefined
Sergio Zanotti
as a fascinating book about the microflora and microbiota.
Return of the PAC
Mentioned by
undefined
Ed Yong
as his first book, about the microbes that live inside our bodies.
Ed Yong Wants to Show You the Hidden Reality of the World

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app