Episodes 84
Avg. Duration 51m
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Apple Rating 5.0 (94)
Since May 2020
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Dive into the captivating world of poisons with The Poison Lab! Hosted by Clinical Toxicologist Ryan Feldman (@EMPoisonPharmD), who has over a decade of managing poisoning and drug overdose via poison centers and in the emergency department. Also occasional co-hosted by his robo cohost Toxo! (@LabPoison). This show unpacks the fascinating history, cutting-edge science, and life-saving medical management of toxins from around the globe. From stories of those impacted to expert insights from pioneers in poisoning treatment, each episode brings you closer to understanding the poisons that lurk in plain sight. Explore episodes, med videos, games, and more at thepoisonlab.com—every poison has a story to tell!

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S2E52 A Morel Dilemma: Episode 3 — Testing the Evidence

Jun 03, 2026 35m

With the restaurant closed and the first interviews underway, investigators bring in the CDC and FDA to help answer the question at the center of the outbreak: what actually made people sick?The…

S2 A Morel Dilemma: Bonus — Who Treats Mushroom Poisoning

Jun 03, 2026 3m Bonus

Who actually treats mushroom poisoning?In this short mini episode, we answer a surprisingly important question: when someone gets sick after eating a mushroom, who do they call, and who helps the…

S2 A Morel Dilemma: Bonus — Remembering poisonous mushrooms (GOTTA PICCEM)

Jun 03, 2026 24m Bonus

In this bonus episode, Dr. Rob Bassett from Philadelphia Poison Control walks us through one of the most useful teaching tools in mushroom toxicology: GOTTA PICCEM.This mnemonic organizes toxic…

S2 A Morel Dilemma: Bonus — Muscarine Poisoning

Jun 03, 2026 9m Bonus

This bonus episode takes a deeper look at the muscarine poisoning case discussed by Dr. Matthew Stanton. We break down how muscarine causes toxicity, why its symptoms can become life-threatening, and…

S2E51 A Morel Dilemma: Episode 2 — Investigations and Falsehoods

Jun 03, 2026 43m

As reports of severe illness and death come in, the Bozeman outbreak moves from medical mystery to full public health investigation. Local and state investigators race to identify the source, shut…

S2E50 A Morel Dilemma: Episode 1 — Outbreak in Bozeman

Jun 03, 2026 33m

A deadly outbreak begins with a single meal at a sushi restaurant in Bozeman, Montana. Within hours, diners develop severe nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Some collapse. Two people die. At first, it…

S2 Introducing: A Morel Dilemma

Jun 01, 2026 4m Trailer

Available June 3rd- A deadly outbreak begins at a sushi restaurant in Bozeman, Montana. Diners develop rapid, severe gastrointestinal illness. Some collapse. Two people die. And the only clue…

Gas Station Heroin? Kratom, Regulation, and Recovery — A Co-Broadcast with the Kratom Sobriety Podcast

May 24, 2026 1h 16m

In this special co-broadcast episode, The Poison Lab joins forces with The Kratom Sobriety Podcast for a deeper conversation about kratom, regulation, addiction, recovery, and what poison center data…

Outbreak: 75 Fatalities After a Funeral Poisoning in Mozambique

May 07, 2026 2m

In this episode of The Poison Lab Outbreak, Ryan talks with Dr. Alaina Steck about a devastating mass poisoning in Mozambique that began at a funeral and ultimately sickened more than 200 people,…

Rebroadcast: Phenibut. The emerging drug you don’t know about (yet)

May 04, 2026 1h 6m

Phenibut is an emerging and unfamiliar drug taking hold in the US that is readily available online and legal to obtain. It acts as a GABA-B agonist and carries risks of dependency and withdrawal. In…

If I had a Nickel (Mystery Case) & Toxicologist vs The internet (#13) with Dr. Damilola Idowu-Ellsworth

Feb 11, 2026 1h 40m

In this episode of The Poison Lab, host Ryan Feldman is joined by medical toxicologist Damilola Idowu‑Ellsworth for a fast-moving, case-heavy conversation packed with clinical pearls, listener…

Poison Lab Update: Mushroom Poisoning Radio Roundup

Feb 04, 2026 1m Bonus

Hey everybody, you’re listening to The Poison Lab—well, almost.We’ve got a new episode coming next week, but we’re running a little behind on our usual release schedule because… life happens. That…

Sick at Work? A Poisonous Cause of Coworker Illness?

Dec 19, 2025 1m Bonus

Do you think you know the cause of these symptoms? Send your guesses to [email protected] to take part in the next episodeA Morel DilemmaSupport the showReview the show where ever your listeningGet…

Outbreak: Thebaine Poisoning from Poppy Seed Tea in Australia

Dec 03, 2025 9m

In November 2022, hospitals across Australia began seeing patients with sudden rigidity, spasms, seizures—and in some cases cardiac arrest—after drinking homemade poppy seed tea. The source?…

Poisonous Fungus Amongus is Here— The Rhyming Kid (or Adult) Book For Mushroom Safety

Nov 17, 2025 3m Bonus

Get your copy here! https://a.co/d/8QUBmQyWant to hear it with insights from the author?:  • Poisonous Fungus Among Us | Full Children’...  Don't have time for the full thing: check the…

LIVE from Chicago: 2025 NACCT Research Review – Insights from the North American Congress of Clinical Toxicology

Oct 06, 2025 1h 41m

Show NotesIn this special live episode from the 2025 North American Congress of Clinical Toxicology (NACCT), Ryan takes you inside the conference to hear directly from the researchers themselves.…

Toxicologist vs The internet (#12) with Dr. Joe Kennedy MD

Sep 10, 2025 1h 34m

In this episode of The Poison Lab, host Ryan Feldman is joined by Dr. Joe Kennedy, medical toxicologist at the University of Vermont and consultant for the Northern New England Poison Center.…

GOTTA PICCEM is Here! — The Poisonous Mushroom Card Game Launch

Sep 03, 2025 3m

GOTTA PICCEM: The Poisonous Mushroom Card Game👉 Order now right here OR go to www.gottapiccem.com and click "Buy GOTTA PICCEM"Why this is awesomeWhat started as a nerdy teaching tool made to teach…

Ryan is LIVE on the Radio Thursday July 17th 11:45AM-12:30 PM CST WPR Larry Meiller Show!

Jul 16, 2025 0m Bonus

Listen here (https://www.wpr.org/shows/larry-meiller-show) to hear Ryan Live on AIR for the Larry Meiller show, Thursday July 17th 11:45AM-12:30 PM CST. Check this "Listen Live" link if your having…

Poisoning Outbreak: Aconite Poisoning at Markham, Ontario Restaurant

Jul 10, 2025 7m Transcript

A Morel DilemmaSupport the showReview the show where ever your listeningGet Messages from Toxo (Join the Newsletter!)Join as a supporting memberAd free episodesBonus content and early accessDiscounts…

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