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The Tox Lab is a podcast dedicated to exploring the science of toxicology and its real-world implications. Each week we aim to break down complex research, investigate real-life cases, and discuss emerging trends in toxicology.
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- Episode 98: Blue-Staining Bolete Mushrooms - The Mystery of Lilliputian Hallucinations · 27 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 98This week on The Tox Lab, we're exploring blue-staining bolete mushrooms and the fascinating phenomenon of Lilliputian hallucinations. We take a look at Lanmaoa asiatica, a…
- Episode 97: Poppers - Exploring the Toxicology of Alkyl Nitrites · 33 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 97This week on The Tox Lab, we're taking a closer look at poppers, exploring what alkyl nitrites are, why they are used and the fascinating history behind these widely recognised…
- Episode 96: Cyanobacteria, Anatoxin and the Hidden Risks of River Biofilms · 23 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 96This week on The Tox Lab, we're diving into the world of cyanobacteria, exploring the toxins they can produce and the risks they pose to animals and the wider environment. We…
- Episode 95: TIAFT-SOFT 2026 - Our Toxicology Conference Highlights · 22 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 95We're back! This week on The Tox Lab, we're reflecting on our recent trip to Chicago for the joint TIAFT-SOFT 2026 meeting. We talk about what we got up to during the…
- Episode 94: Kanna Alkaloids - Pharmacology, Toxicity and Therapeutic Potential · 28 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 94This week on The Tox Lab, we're diving into the world of Kanna alkaloids. We begin by exploring Kanna, its traditional use in southern Africa, and the growing interest in its…
- Episode 93: Psychedelic Therapy: Psilocybin, Depression and the Evidence · 28 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 93This week on The Tox Lab, we're diving into the world of psychedelic therapies and exploring the use of psilocybin to treat depression. We begin with a recent trial investigating…
- Episode 92: Mad Honey - Grayanotoxins and Cardiovascular Effects · 18 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 92This week on The Tox Lab, we're diving into the world of mad honey and grayanotoxin poisoning. We examine where mad honey comes from and its cultural uses before turning to the…
- Episode 91: Toxicology Results - What Does the Number Actually Mean? · 35 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 91This week on The Tox Lab, we're taking a closer look at one of the most challenging parts of toxicology: interpreting the results. If we give you a number, can you tell us what…
- Episode 90: Fentanyl: Toxicity, Testing and Interpretation · 39 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 90This week on The Tox Lab, we're taking a closer look at fentanyl, exploring its clinical use, toxicological risks, and the analytical challenges associated with detecting and…
- Episode 89: Absinthe: Thujone, Toxicity and the Myths of the Green Fairy · 20 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 89This week on The Tox Lab, we're diving into the world of absinthe, the infamous "Green Fairy". We begin by exploring what absinthe actually is, from its botanical origins and…
- Episode 88: Decongestants - When Nasal Sprays and Eye Drops Become Toxic · 18 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 88This week on The Tox Lab, we're taking a look at the dark side of decongestants and exploring how seemingly harmless over-the-counter nasal sprays and eye drops can cause severe…
- Episode 87: Wastewater Analysis: Can Sewage Detect Emerging Drug Trends? · 29 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 87This week on The Tox Lab, we're diving into wastewater-based epidemiology and exploring how wastewater analysis can be used to monitor drug use and emerging drug trends. We begin…
- Episode 86: Silver Toxicity: Medical Uses, Argyria and Anaemia · 18 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 86This week on The Tox Lab, we're discussing silver toxicity and the toxicological consequences of using silver outside its established medical applications. We begin by exploring…
- Episode 85: Benzodiazepines and Alcohol: Does Cross-Tolerance Work Both Ways? · 24 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 85This week on The Tox Lab, we're discussing cross-tolerance, focusing on the relationship between benzodiazepines and alcohol. We begin by exploring how alcohol acts at the GABA-A…
- Episode 84: MDMA: Why Does Toxicity Differ Between People? · 19 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 84This week on The Tox Lab, we’re discussing MDMA, examining its pharmacology, toxicity, and the factors that influence individual susceptibility to harm. We begin by exploring how…
- Episode 83: Grey Market Peptides – BPC-157, Melanotan II and Toxicity · 24 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 83This week on The Tox Lab, we’re discussing grey market peptides and examining the growing interest in these compounds for performance enhancement, recovery, and cosmetic…
- EUDA 2026 Drug Report Livestream · 1 h 16 minBonus Episode: EUDA European Drug Report 2026 Livestream This is the recording of our YouTube livestream from the 9th June, where we unpacked the 2026 EUDA Drug Report. Join us…
- Episode 82: Gabapentin and Pregabalin – Effectiveness, Trends and Toxicity · 29 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 82This week on The Tox Lab, we’re discussing gabapentinoids and examining the use, effectiveness, and toxicological considerations surrounding gabapentin and pregabalin…
- Episode 81: Alexander Shulgin – The Man Who Shaped Modern Psychedelics · 26 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 81This week on The Tox Lab, we’re discussing the life and work of one of the most influential figures in psychedelic chemistry, Alexander “Sasha” Shulgin. From his early career at…
- Episode 80: Novel Benzodiazepines – Emerging Trends and Analytical Challenges · 37 min · Sezonul 1 Episodul 80This week on The Tox Lab, we’re discussing novel benzodiazepines and examining recent trends in their emergence and detection. We begin by exploring the origins of novel…
