Episode 746: The Sleeping Sickness Epidemic (1919-1930)
From Morbid | Podcast
The discussion centers around the impact and history of the sleeping sickness epidemic that occurred from 1919 to 1930, exploring its causes, effects on society, and lasting implications. The hosts also share personal anecdotes and reflections, creating a balance between serious historical topics and lighthearted banter.
Key Takeaways
- Transform your mornings with jazz—because waking up shouldn't feel like a morning meeting.
- Socializing exhausts the introverted soul—balance a weekend of fun with Monday’s recovery nap.
- Romanticize mundane tasks: Pretty glasses and old-timey jazz make breakfast feel like a 1920s gala.
- Skip the morning podcast; even the best voices can't compete with the smoothness of a saxophone.
- Life's too short to save the fancy things—wear the silk, drink from the crystal, live lavishly!
Mentioned in This Episode
- Adolf Ash (person)
- Oliver Saxs (person)
- Alexander Mor (person)
- Frank Martin (person)
- Chester Jones (person)
- Dr. RR Dormashkin (person)
- Encphilitis Lethargica (concept)
- Dr. Constantine von Economo (person)
- World War I (event)
- Dr. Renee Crus (person)
- Spanish Flu (concept)
- Dr. Frederick Tney (person)
- Molly Caldwell Crosby (person)
- Beth Abraham Hospital (company)
- Philip Leather (person)
- L-dopa (product)
- Dr. AJ Hall (person)
- The Nona (concept)
- Montreal (location)
- The Radium Girls (concept)