Ahoy! Today we are learning about a vitamin C deficiency- aka scurvy. Slap on your sea boots and hop aboard!Resources:https://sciencehistory.org/stories/magazine/the-age-of-scurvy/ Follow me on Instagram, Ribblr, TikTok & YouTube: @MariaMa

30: Dark Origins of Nursery Rhymes

Sep 28th, 2023 29m 34s

You know how the Internet likes to ruin things from your childhood? Well, this may or may not be one of those, you’ll have to find out!Resources:https://blogs.loc.gov/folklife/2014/07/ring-around-the-rosie-metafolklore-rhyme-and-reason/h

29: Asbestos

Sep 14th, 2023 13m 54s

Gimli joins us again as we learn about asbestos and mispronounce mesothelioma approximately five times.Patterns:- https://www.etsy.com/listing/1424839781/triceratops-and-stegosaurus-dino?click_key=f1fbe5619339ba99c147aeb3dbcec6b206306310%3A1

28: Gut Microbiome

Aug 31st, 2023 28m 38s

Today we have special guest appearances by both Gimli AND Ponyo. Continue crocheting this dino boy while we learn about the animalcules in our tummies!Patterns:- https://www.etsy.com/listing/1424839781/triceratops-and-stegosaurus-dino?click_

27: The Caries Phenomenon (Cavities)

Aug 24th, 2023 42m 17s

Join me as I take a look into the history of cavities and make yarn ASMR! (Or a stacking Dino toy. Whatever.)Patterns:- https://www.etsy.com/listing/1424839781/triceratops-and-stegosaurus-dino?click_key=f1fbe5619339ba99c147aeb3dbcec6b2063063

26: Gray Hair

Aug 17th, 2023 19m 9s

Worried about gray hair? No more! Stress doesn't actually gray your hair faster- it's all in your genetics. Learn more while I crochet a basket for my lil carrot and other produce that are to come.Patterns:- https://tlycblog.com/jessie-chunk

25: 25 Medical Myths That Just Won't Go Away

Aug 3rd, 2023 28m 9s

25 medical myths for the 25th episode! This article goes into colds, pregnancy, and healthy living in ways you may or may not have known. Crochet a stacking dino with me while we bust these myths!Patterns:- Dino Stacking Toy by Ludasamigrumi

24: The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

Jul 27th, 2023 23m 18s

Watch my camera struggle to record me while I struggle to stay sane. And also learn about the Americans with Disabilities Act passed on July 26, 1990.Resources:- https://www.ada.gov/topics/intro-to-ada/- https://time.com/5870468/americans-w

23: Surgeon General's Warning

Jul 13th, 2023 12m 13s

Crochet a stacking dinosaur with me as I share a brief history of the surgeon general's warning! Patterns:- (FREE) Little Crookshanks by Amour Fou - http://blog-amourfou-crochetenglish.blogspot.com/2021/05/little-crookshanks.html?utm_source=

22: Retrograde Cricopharyngeal Dysfunction (No-Burp Syndrome)

Jul 6th, 2023 29m 11s

So imagine this: I do a podcast WITHOUT burping. As tragic as the thought is, it’s a reality for some people. No crocheting this week. Only burping. (Or lack thereof?)Resources:- https://www.cuimc.columbia.edu/news/what-happens-when-you-cann

21: Dancing Plague of 1518

Jun 29th, 2023 43m 41s

Subpar audio quality and subpar vocal quality but hey- the subject matter is okay! Join me as I struggle to crochet African flowers and talk about Dance Mania!Listen to my Black Death episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6dXgksSONV74yVib

20: Diabetes Mellitus (Type 1, Type 2 & Gestational)

Jun 15th, 2023 22m 9s

Learn about diabetes mellitus (including type 1, type 2, and gestational) as I crochet a scrappy bucket hat!Resources mentioned:- jrdf.org- Medical News Today - https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/317484- The World Journal of Diabete

19: Music Therapy

Jun 8th, 2023 32m 51s

Crochet a bumblebee with me as I learn about music therapy!Free pattern: Queen Bee by moonbeamstitchesFollow me on Instagram & YouTube: @MariaMakesMakesMy Ribblr shop: https://ribblr.com/shop/mariamakesmakes Intro/outro music: I Remembe

18: Preeclampsia/Eclampsia

Jun 1st, 2023 18m 12s

Still hoarse, but I am back! Join me as I keep crocheting a baby hat and learn about eclampsia and preeclampsia!Resources mentioned:- Preeclampsia Foundation - preeclampsia.org- March of Dimes - marchofdimes.org- Le Leche League Internatio

17: Interviews with Real-Life Sick People: Lyme Edition

May 18th, 2023 33m 33s

Another episode of Interviews with Real-Life Sick People, but this time…Lyme Edition! Learn about this misunderstood disease while I crochet a baby-sized lemon hat!Thank you so much to the amazing, resilient women that were willing to talk to

16: Interviews with Real-Life Sick People

May 11th, 2023 27m 46s

Thank you so much to my friends and family for talking to me: Kim, Michelle, Shari/Mom, and Allie!Resources from today’s episode:- “Tick Tock It’s Lyme O’Clock” by Christa Nannos- “Unlocking Lyme” by Dr. Bill Rawls- Ehlers-Danlos.com- “Di

15: Multiple Sclerosis

May 4th, 2023 17m 48s

Today we are learning about Multiple Sclerosis and crocheting a summer tank top between untangling giant knots of yarn! Plus an appearance from a special real-life sick person.Follow me on Instagram & YouTube: @MariaMakesMakesMy Ribblr shop

14: Discovery and Development of Penicillin

Apr 27th, 2023 34m 13s

I am too sleepy to crochet, but here is an article read about the invention of penicillin! (spoiler alert: no sandwiches involved)ACS article: https://www.acs.org/education/whatischemistry/landmarks/flemingpenicillin.html#:~:text=In%201928%2C

13: Leprosy

Apr 13th, 2023 10m 54s

I am STILL crocheting this blue sweater- hopefully for the last week *fingers crossed*. And, in honor of Easter, I am talking about Leprosy! Settle in and learn with me!Follow me on Instagram & YouTube: @MariaMakesMakesMy Ribblr shop: https

12: Sleep Apnea

Apr 6th, 2023 13m 8s

As someone that loves sleep, I wanted to learn about this sleep-centric condition. Join me as I continue to crochet my blue sweater, show off my Chunky Woodland Troll *cough Totoro cough*, and interview my mom!Chunky Woodland Troll Pattern on

11: Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome

Mar 30th, 2023 20m 34s

Join me as I crochet a blue sweater and learn about Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (or POTS)! Plus the introduction of a new segment: Interview With a Real-Life Sick Person! Izzy Kornblau: https://www.instagram.com/izzy.kornblau/ -

10: Metachromatic Leukodystrophy

Mar 23rd, 2023 21m 7s

We made it to episode 10! After hinting at it for three weeks (oops) we are finally talking about Metachromatic Leukodstrophy! It's real sad, but I am here to spread the word <3 Join me as I drink hot chocolate, crochet a cardigan, and learn ab

9: Spontaneous Human Combustion

Mar 9th, 2023 17m 35s

Is Spontaneous Human Combustion REAL?!?! ...probably not. And here is why, with articles from History.com and Britannica.com. Join me as I read about SHC and finish up my daisy square bucket hat (don't tell anyone but I actually stopped crochet

8: Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder

Mar 2nd, 2023 15m 5s

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder, previously known as Late Luteal Phase Dysphoric Disorder, is a major mood disorder that coincides with one's menstrual cycle. This week, I'll be crocheting a pink frog boi for my sister-in-law that suggested thi

7: Fibromyalgia

Feb 23rd, 2023 19m 51s

Fibromyalgia, a chronic pain condition, plus an explanation of the Spoon Theory! Featuring: Me crochet a spoon.Follow my IG at a NEW handle: MariaMakesMakes--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/crochetingthrough