Arthro-Pod Episode 190: Mimic (1997) for the Halloween Spectacular
Two episodes in one week?! We wanted to make sure to drop this little treat off before the Halloween season officially passes. We hope you will tune in as Jody, Mike, and Jonathan discuss the 1997 cockroach horror film "Mimic". You'll never look at a Blattodean the same way again!
Show notes:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119675/
https://kickseat.com/written-reviews/2011/10/5/mimic-1997.html
https://insessionfilm.com/film-at-25-mimic-a-rare-misfire-in-guillermo-del-toros-remarkable-career/
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Arthro-Pod Episode 189: New World Screwworm
In this episode of Arthropod, hosts Jody and Michael delve into the unsettling topic of the New World Screwworm, Cochliomyia hominivorax, a pest that has made headlines due to its potential impact on livestock and human health. They explore the biology and life cycle of the screwworm, the implications of myiasis, and the historical context of eradication efforts. The discussion highlights the innovative sterile insect technique that has been pivotal in controlling this pest, as well as the recent outbreaks and the importance of ongoing monitoring and vigilance to prevent its return. The episode concludes with a call for awareness and resources for those in affected areas.
Resources:
Panama-United States Commission for the Eradication and Prevention of Screwworm (COPEG)
USDA APHIS New World Screwworm
National Cattlemen’s Beef Association New World Screwworm Resources
CDC Clinical Overview of New World Screwworm
US FDA Information for Veterinarians
Texas A&M New World Screwworm Factsheets
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Arthro-Pod Episode 188: Insects and Comic Books
Hello bug lovers! In today's pulse pounding episode, Jonathan unleashes his inner nerd to talk at Jody and Michael about the world of comic books and how insects have been used in this visual story telling medium. From the origins of the funny pages to the symbolism behind insects/spiders in super hero books, this episode take a lot of twists and turns. Face front true believer and jump right in!
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/21504857.2021.1998173
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Arthro-Pod Episode 187: Structural Arthropods of California with Dr. Siavash Taravati
In this episode, Siavash Taravati, an IPM advisor in Southern California, shares his expertise on managing structural pests, including termites, ants, and cockroaches. He discusses the challenges of pest management, the value of integrated pest management (IPM), and the unique behaviors of pests such as the dark rover ant. Siavash also highlights his research on detecting termites with microwave technology and explores potential regulatory changes that could impact fumigation practices. The conversation underscores the complexity of pest control and why flexible, informed approaches are essential for effectively managing different pest species.
Resources and Links
Visit Dr. Taravati’s blog, Urban IPM So Cal, for details on the research projects and publications mentioned in this episode.
Learn more about detecting drywood termites using microwave technology in PCT or Journal of Economic Entomology (JEE).
Read about sampling red imported fire ants by volume in Entomology Today or JEE.
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Arthro-Pod Episode 186: Interview with Sam Bolton, curator of mites
Hey there fellow arthropod enthusiasts! In this episode, we talked with Sam Bolton, curator of mites at the Division of Plant Industry, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Specifically, we asked "what exactly is a mite?" and picked apart the fact that "mites" aren't a real group. We also chatted about mite mouthparts and weird, wormy soil mites called nematalycids.
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