A History of Pandemics

The HIV/AIDS Pandemic

In honour of Pride Month in June, join Megan as she discusses the HIV/AIDS pandemic, one that is still ongoing today and disproportionately affects those in the LGBTQ2IA+ community. This episode will delve into the differences between the HIV virus and AIDS, how it spread worldwide, and the stigma that surrounded those afflicted by the disease.

The Spanish Flu

Join Megan as she talks about the Spanish Flu, one of the 20th century's most notorious disease outbreaks. Please note that A History of Pandemics will be taking a brief hiatus; expect episodes to return beginning in the summer of 2022.

The Black Death

In this episode of A History of Pandemics, Megan revisits one of the most infamous epidemics of bubonic plague in history - The Black Death. Brought to Europe by Genoese sailors travelling within the Mediterranean, this disease outbreak amassed one of the highest death tolls in human history within the span of a few years. Although this epidemic was truly devastating, it brought about social reform that helped to shape the structure of society as we know it today.

Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic: Part 2

Join Megan in Part 2 of the COVID-19 series where she interviews her Strings teacher, Ms. Ruth Anderson, about how COVID-19 has affected teachers and musicians.  Lord Byng Strings Website: https://lordbyngstrings.com/ Watch the Menuhin 2021 Competition here: https://www.youtube.com/user/MenuhinCompetition

Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic: Part 1

Join Megan and her two special guests (aka her friends), Darren and Vanessa, as they discuss the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on teenagers and students.   Vandarly Tutoring is a small business created by Darren and Vanessa to make tutoring more accessible to students during the pandemic.  Prices are extremely affordable and 25% of proceeds go towards GoFundMe pages to combat Asian hate crimes (which are an effect of this pandemic). Website: https://vandarlytutoring.wixsite.com/website [https://vandarlytutoring.wixsite.com/website] Instagram: @vandarlytutoring