 |
The Poison LabExplore the world of poisoning with Clinical Toxicologist Ryan Feldman and Cohost Toxo, dive into the history, science, and life-saving care of poisoning. Survivor stories, expert insights, and deep divesevery poison has a story to tell! Author: Clinical Toxicology LLC
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.comevery poison has a story to tell! Language: en Genres: Education, Life Sciences, Science Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
Listen Now...
If I had a Nickel (Mystery Case) & Toxicologist vs The internet (#13) with Dr. Damilola Idowu-Ellsworth
Episode 48
Tuesday, 10 February, 2026
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 participation, and classic toxicology weirdness.The show opens with listener guesses for the previously released mystery case before diving headfirst into a rapid-fire series of Stump the Toxicologist cases—questions pulled straight from the internet and real-world toxicology problem-solving. Along the way, Ryan and Dami cover everything from rodenticides and drug-testing myths to how to clean a benzodiazepine bottle, plus one of the most toxic substances you’ve probably never heard of.One lucky listener also wins a copy of Poisonous Fungus Amongus, and a shout-out to the newly released second edition featuring photography from expert mycologists.Skip the listener guesses and jump straight to the mystery toxin: 38:15Mystery toxin caseThe rest of the episode is Dr. Idowu and Ryan discuss the topics below. Looking for timestamps? Join the supporting member feed!Looking for time stamps for the rest of the show? Join as a supporting memberStump the Toxicologist – Case Discussions(Looking for timestamps? Join the supporting member feed!)Case #1 A methemoglobinemia, renal failure inducing enemaCase #2Wide-complex dysrhythmia from an over-the-counter topicalBonus - Paper from Ryan on the topical toxicity (or lack there of) of this productCase #3Black stools, seizures, high sodium and low potassium after trying to beat a drug test.Case #4GCS 15 and normal vitals… until they’re not — delayed seizures, neurologic collapse, and a toxicologic time bomb.Paper from Ryan on this tricky toxic time bombInternet & Listener QuestionsDo GLP-1 agonists release toxins from fat and how might that impact drugged driving laws with THC?Why do sedatives make you twitch?Not all benzos are XanaxWhat shape is a ketamine crystalSupport the showReview the show where ever your listeningGet Messages from Toxo (Join the Newsletter!)
