The On Deadline Podcast

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First no toilet paper, now no bacon, what's next? Plus, are ventilators hurting and not helping? Apr 13, 2020

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Five stages of a pandemic include containment, mitigation and reopening society. We talk to a doctor who explains where we're at and how much farther we need to go. Ventilators might be doing more harm than good. Do we need to rethink how we treat COVID-19? A big pork plant shuts down. Are we headed for a bacon shortage? Hair care products are flying off the store shelves but why? See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

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Easter Sunday and the coronavirus plus "Siri, who has the virus?" Apr 10, 2020

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Apple and Google team up to create smartphone technology that will help people know if they came into contact with someone who has the virus. Religious leaders discuss how people can celebrate Easter and resurrect their connection with God while at home. A man recovering from the virus shares his experience and "blames" his wife for giving it to him. A rappin' grandma gives people a smile. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

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Will I ever be able to go out again and What should I do if I can't pay my rent? Apr 09, 2020

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Nearly one-third of renters across the country didn't pay rent on time this month. This is much higher than usual. Will it get even worse next month and is relief coming? More and more people apply for jobless benefits. A doctor advising the White House explains how soon before we can reopen society and get back to normal. Lots of people are wearing masks now but are we all wearing them correctly? See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

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"Alexa, save my life" and did a new drug actually save one man's life from coronavirus? Apr 08, 2020

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A woman shares the heartbreaking story of losing her sister to the virus. She explains how her sister was in so much pain that she even asked Amazon's Alexa for help. A man talks about surviving the virus and the treatment that saved him. A new drug might be the key to saving lives. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

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Will masks really save my life and why does the virus hate men? Apr 07, 2020

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The CDC now says you should wear a mask in public. Will they really save my life? Will you still get sick? The virus hits men harder than women. Why? Apparently it's in the genes. Auto insurance companies are actually being nice--offering refunds and rebates to people who are driving less. Can being separated bring us closer together? A psychologist says--YES! See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

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Can my cat or dog get the coronavirus and where's my stimulus money? Apr 06, 2020

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A tiger in NYC tests positive for the virus. Is my cat or dog safe? Small business can't seem to get the SBA loans they need. Why? More people are drinking, doing drugs, watching porn and even calling suicide hotlines, as they cope with the stress of being stuck at home and out-of-work. A nurse who volunteers at a testing center says it's surreal. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

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Will your wipes and hand sanitizer actually keep you safe? Apr 03, 2020

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Disinfectant wipes and hand sanitizers. Are they all the same? Do they really work in killing this coronavirus? Devastating job numbers jolt the nation. How bad will they get? Who's suffering the most and what could happen next? Coronavirus, did 1918 teach us anything? Hollywood, will the movies and TV shows you love fade to black? See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

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Where did this virus come from and will I lose my job? Apr 02, 2020

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The economic damage from this coronavirus pandemic has been horrible and getting worse with 6.6 million Americans filing for unemployment over the past week. It doesn't look like things will get better until the virus is under control. But when will that be? New research suggests the virus might have moved into humans long before the end of 2019. A microbiologist explains. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

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An Emotional Encounter with COVID-19 and the search for Toilet Paper Apr 01, 2020

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A man describes the "surreal" experience of his in-laws coming down with the coronavirus and how his family is coping. Rent and mortgage is now due. But millions of people aren't working right now. What can and should they do? Should you wear a mask or shouldn't you? The debate continues. Where's the toilet paper? One big company says don't worry because more is on the way. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

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Jane Fonda, Ventilator Shortages and Mental Health Mar 31, 2020

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Jane Fonda says there are parallels to the coronavirus crisis and climate change. States are fighting over ventilators. Why are they in such short supply and could the buying process be much better organized? All the stress you're feeling because of the pandemic could be impacting your physical health. If you postponed a trip this Spring, you can still take a vacation. Virtual travel is a thing now. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

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