Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers by Mary Roach with guest Dr. Darin Johnston

In this episode, we dive into the macabre yet enlightening world of cadavers with Stiff by Mary Roach, a book that reveals the many unexpected ways cadavers have advanced human knowledge and society, whether it be from their use in medical research and crash tests to their roles in forensic investigations. Our guest, Dr. Darin Johnston, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon from Northern California, joins us to discuss the book's accuracy and share his own experiences learning from cadavers in his medical training. We also tackle some heavier topics, including organ donation, the booming industry of death, and the future of internment practices. Whether you're fascinated by the science or the philosophy behind life, death, and the human body, this episode offers a mix of both the intriguing, the thought-provoking, and sometimes the comical. Blending science, history, and morbid humor, Roach invites readers to confront the reality of death with a sense of both wonder and respect, making it a fascinating read for anyone curious about the afterlife of the human body.