Sinuses, Airplanes, and Activism

An episode of the An Americanist podcast, hosted by Carol Marks, titled "Sinuses, Airplanes, and Activism" was published on May 28, 2025 and runs 10 minutes.

May 28, 2025 ·10m · An Americanist

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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT Ever wondered how a simple bodily function could lead to years of medical mystery? In this wildly entertaining and sometimes shocking episode, we dive into the bizarre case of a woman plagued by a seven-year sinus infection with a cause that will leave you both disgusted and fascinated. The culprit? E. coli bacteria traced back to her ex-boyfriend's particularly offensive flatulence while she recovered from ankle surgery in a hotel room. It's a cautionary tale about relati...

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TALK TO ME, TEXT IT

Ever wondered how a simple bodily function could lead to years of medical mystery? In this wildly entertaining and sometimes shocking episode, we dive into the bizarre case of a woman plagued by a seven-year sinus infection with a cause that will leave you both disgusted and fascinated. The culprit? E. coli bacteria traced back to her ex-boyfriend's particularly offensive flatulence while she recovered from ankle surgery in a hotel room. It's a cautionary tale about relationships, medical diagnostics, and the unexpected ways our bodies can be affected by those closest to us.

We also tackle one of air travel's most annoying phenomena – those passengers who leap into the aisles the moment the plane touches down, despite having nowhere to go. Turkish aviation authorities are finally doing something about these "aisle lice," implementing fines of around $70 for travelers who can't seem to stay seated until it's actually time to deplane. As frequent travelers ourselves, we explore why this behavior persists and pose the question: are you an impatient stander or a patient sitter?

The conversation takes a more serious turn when we examine the lawsuit filed by activist sportswear brand XXXY Athletics against the state of Colorado. The company claims new legislation amending the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act effectively prevents them from marketing their message and "speaking truth" as they define it. This legal battle highlights the growing tension between progressive policies around gender expression and businesses with traditional perspectives. We unpack the implications of this clash between commercial speech and government regulation, offering candid thoughts on where society might be headed.

Join the conversation by sharing your own airplane deplaning habits and perspectives on these fascinating stories that sit at the intersection of personal health, public behavior, and political boundaries!

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