lead poisoning
Type: Concept
As of November 2026, lead poisoning has been mentioned in 2 episodes across 2 podcasts, first heard Dec 2025 on Radiolab. The episode centers on intentional lead poisoning as the method of attempted murder and the extraordinary medical response that saved Hannah Petty.
Lead poisoning, also known as plumbism and saturnism, is a type of metal poisoning caused by the presence of lead in the human body. Symptoms of lead poisoning may include abdominal pain, constipation, headaches, irritability, memory problems, infertility, numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Some of the effects are permanent. In severe cases, anemia, seizures, coma, or death may occur. Chronic lead poisoning occurs due to prolonged exposure.
| Mentioned in | 2 episodes on 2 podcasts (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Dec 2025 on Radiolab |
| Field | Public health / Toxicology |
| Domain | medicine/toxicology; criminal investigation |
How do different shows talk about lead poisoning?
2 shows discussed lead poisoning in these episodes.
- 48 Hours — 1 episode
Survived after being poisoned with lead.
The Gaslighting of Hannah Pettey | Post Mortem - Radiolab — 1 episode
Who talks about lead poisoning on podcasts?
Natalie Morales brought up lead poisoning; the most recent mention was Jan 2026 on 48 Hours.
- The Gaslighting of Hannah Pettey | Post Mortem on 48 Hours (Jan 2026) — Natalie Morales
- The Age of Aquaticus | Radiolab Podcast on Radiolab (Dec 2025)
What is lead poisoning mentioned alongside?
lead poisoning is most often mentioned alongside Jad Abumrad, National Institute of Health and Lula Miller.
Mentioned together: Jad Abumrad, National Institute of Health, Lula Miller, UC Berkeley, Neanderthal, Carl Zimmer, Jurassic Park, Berkeley, California, Milwaukee, Radiolab