‘From Spices to Vices’: Evolutionary Biologist Noah Whiteman on Nature's Toxins
Beneath the surface of a coffee bean or a red pepper flake or a nutmeg seed — or any of the plants we rely on for medicine, food and drink — lie a “bevy of poisons,” writes UC Berkeley evolutionary biologist Noah Whiteman. But the chemical compounds that treat our infections, spice up our meals and…
This Green Earth | January 2, 2024
In the first part of the show, Chris and Claire revisit a discussion with evolutionary biologist and author Noah Whiteman, as he talks about his book, "Most Delicious Poison, The Story of Nature’s Toxins from Spices to Vices."Then author and speaker on climate change politics, Michael Gunter joins …
The Most Delicious Poison with Dr. Noah Whiteman
Did you know that some everyday foods contain natural toxins that have been developing for millions of years? This week, Dr. Quave talks with Dr. Noah Whiteman, an Evolutionary Biology professor from UC Berkeley and the author of the book “The Most Delicious Poison.” They explore how certain poison…
KPL Podcast January 2024 Week 4 with Special Guest Noah Whiteman
This week on the KPL Podcast I have author and evolutionary biologist Noah Whiteman. His book, Most Delicious Poisons: The Story of Nature's Toxins From Spices to Vices, tells the story of chemicals derived from nature and why we are attracted and addicted to them. Listen to learn more.
The future of psychedelic science
In Berkeley Talks episode 195, UC Berkeley professors discuss how and why psychedelic substances first evolved, the effects they have in the human brain and mind, and the mechanism behind their potential therapeutic role.
"If it's true that the therapeutic effects are in part because we're returnin…
Special Episode: Dr. Noah Whiteman & Most Delicious Poison
The word “poison” is much more subjective than it may first appear. It’s likely you’ve come across the phrase, “the dose makes the poison”, referring to some compounds that are beneficial in small amounts but deadly in others - such as digitalis. And then there’s the intended recipient of the “pois…
The Most Delicious Poison with Noah Whiteman
Indre welcomes evolutionary biologist and UC Berkeley professor, Noah Whiteman unto the Inquiring Minds Show to delve into the world of nature’s toxins and Whiteman’s new book.
"Most Delicious Poison: The Story of Nature's Toxins from Spices to Vices.” explores the adaptations that have enabled var…
Boom! When Evolutionary Biology and Toxicology Collide
Noah Whiteman, PhD, a professor at UC Berkeley, shares his unique perspective on toxins, stemming from his background in entomology and plant-insect interactions. He explores how toxins impact the ecology and evolution of various organisms, from insects to humans, with co-hosts Anne Chappelle, PhD,…
Toxic Proteins for Drug Discovery
Toxic amino acids, peptides, and proteins — which first evolved as molecular weapons deployed by species in conflict — can also serve as blueprints for pharmaceutical innovation. By Noah Whiteman.
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136. Noah Whitman: Unlocking Nature’s Deadliest Secrets: Evolution, Toxins & the Human Diet with Dr. Noah Whiteman
In this mind-expanding episode, evolutionary biologist Dr. Noah Whiteman takes us on a journey through the hidden world of plant toxins, human adaptation, and the co-evolutionary dance between species. From monarch butterflies and milkweed to cassava and caffeine, Dr. Whiteman reveals how plants us…
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