Maria Theresa's Medical Legacy (with Matt Kaplan)
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,…
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