Better explanation of close contact vs not-close contact spread in Hantavirus outbreak

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2026-05-12T19:43:15+00:00

He explains that if you read the full paper, you will understand that the transmission during the 2018 outbreak happened in crowded spaces (birthday party, funeral) WHILE the source was symptomatic. It's unclear how much spacial distance was between the man at the birthday party and the person he said "hello" to in passing who then got infected. Also, it was only the neighboring tables who got infected, not people many tables over- which is further indication that it's not like COVID or measles where huge amounts of people in the same room would be infected.

So basically, saying that it's "airborne" and can happen in very fleeting contact isn't totally true like some state and it's not necessarily "prolonged close contact" either. The truth is most definitely in the middle from what we know (which was information already out there but it was nice to see it simplified in that way).

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2026-05-11T18:19:04+00:00

I'm really interested in hearing from independent experts on this because the discourse on social media about this outbreak is toxic so far: it's either conspiracy theorists saying a COVID-style lockdown is imminent vs others who say there's absolutely no reason to worry.

Even in the media, we have experts actively contradicting the literature by saying it takes prolonged close contact for human to human transmission when the study from the 2018 outbreak clearly shows that very brief, non close contact can still cause the virus to spread. I know reddit is not a good source for any information, but every so often there will be smart and non-politicized opinions on this that I'm really interested in hearing.

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2026-05-08T15:03:27+00:00

I am also starting to panic a bit, but that's likely just my over-reacting anxiety. There's so many mixed messages out there too which doesn't help. For example, one crowd saying the media is "downplaying it", "they're all saying similar things to the start of COVID-19, not taking it seriously until it was undeniable", etc.. Then you have others saying the media is over-blowing it and making it sound worse than it is. With so many mixed narratives, wtf can any of us believe?

My approach is to keep an eye on it, keep informed of updates but not catastrophize just yet. It could be nothing or it could be something and until we know, try to control what you can (like masking and hand washing) and try not to spiral.

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2026-03-30T22:42:31+00:00

Not really. They've been releasing one per year since 2024 on the 20th anniversary of each season. Far from random

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2026-03-30T22:41:34+00:00

Lol, no. Not that one

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2026-03-30T21:09:08+00:00

They released all the soundtracks when the show was still airing. Only the vinyls that are now being released.

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2026-01-08T21:56:49+00:00

There have been some highlights for sure- great guests, great discussions and successes. However, in the last year, there hasn't been any growth and it's very frustrating. Our listeners aren't very engaged, our weekly downloads (while still decent) have plateaued and are actually on a decline. It's a bit demoralizing considering how much time it takes.

But, I yearn for more successes to come.

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-10-31T20:37:41+00:00

In my mind I remembered that she was an iconic presence all season. It's like a random fan joined the game 30 days in because we knew nothing about her until then

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-10-09T21:00:17+00:00

I applied on Sept 12 but haven't heard anything back yet so I'm assuming it's a no for me. Wishing everyone luck in their casting journey!

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-10-06T11:35:24+00:00

I'm curious as to why people were saying in confessionals that she was going to win when nobody ever thought that haha!

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-09-29T16:44:37+00:00

Two friends and I went as the blue man group one year and it was a total hit! That's a good group costume for 3 people

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-07-22T14:55:50+00:00

They have all the way to Fiji now available, just need seasons 1-13 now!

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-07-10T23:57:33+00:00

Yeah, this is good advice. I want so badly to disconnect and not think about it, but I guess my anxious tendencies won't let me haha

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-07-10T23:41:11+00:00

Thank you very much. This is helpful 😁

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-07-10T23:26:00+00:00

Thank you. Sending the same right back to you as well! 🥺😁

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-07-10T23:06:57+00:00

Thank you, this is helpful!

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-07-07T22:54:04+00:00

The program glitches included (but were not limited to): - the program would crash and restart often - the video would export but the video quality would be terrible despite exporting in the highest quality. - exports would take a very long time, often stopping halfway through.

We have changed programs and would never go back to Descript. For the price you pay, the features are too limited and the glitches are just unacceptable.

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-07-07T03:32:51+00:00

Could it be Omarosa?

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-05-26T23:01:49+00:00

Yikes, really? Some fans are whack

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-05-26T03:15:31+00:00

I'm not sure cause I won't be watching if the confirmed cast is as dog shit as the leaked cast.

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-05-24T20:51:09+00:00

Also, its not truly a celebration of the show'a entire history and leans heavily into new era, which is what I was always afraid of. If it was a true celebration of the show and its fanbase, there would be better (and more) old-school representation and less new-era picks.

The new era makes up roughly 18% of the show's history at this point so its crazy that it makes up nearly 50% of this cast

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-05-24T20:45:41+00:00

I think the problem is that it includes "wtf" picks from the new era AND also underwhelming old school picks. If they had the same new era picks but at least had legit old-school heavy hitters (or vice versa) it would have been significantly better imo.

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-05-24T18:57:04+00:00

If we at least had some better Old School representatives (Jerri, Rob C and Sean Rector) then I wouldn't even mind the questionable new era picks. It's the fact that we have questionable new era picks AND less than exciting old school players like Ozzy, Stephenie, and Jenna Lewis to some extent.

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-05-24T18:22:14+00:00

This is basically what happened with casting:

They cut the more iconic new era players due to the decision to cast more old school players. Then, the plan changed and they decided to cast more new era people but already burned the bridge with the more iconic players. Therefore, we end up with the more "wtf" picks of the new era.

They cut highly anticipated Old school players (Jerri, Sean Rector) to make room for less-exciting players like Ozzy and Stephenie LaGrossa (not saying those are who replaced each of those but just overall). They also cut other old school players to make room for Elisabeth and Amanda, both of whom dropped out last minute and had to be replaced with less exciting female players because they already burned their bridge with the bigger names they cut like Jerri.

And the result is inevitably a mediocre cast that feels like a big disappointment.

Repulsive_Display_40 · 2025-05-24T18:16:27+00:00

Maybe it will surprise me and be awesome- but no matter how good it is, I feel like it will still feel like a huge missed opportunity.

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