Let's Talk Micro

Clinical microbiology explained in simple terms, suitable for students and microbiologists alike. We discuss organisms, reactions, infectious diseases, and more. Hosted by Luis Plaza, a Medical Laboratory Scientist and microbiologist, who also shares his experiences in the field.

185: The Path to Microbiology: their journey pt. 3
Apr 24, 2025 – 01:20:29
184: Lariocidin
Apr 17, 2025 – 35:48
183: 101 Topics for Clinical Microbiology Lab Leaders
Apr 10, 2025 – 30:51
182: TBT- Next Generation Sequencing
Apr 3, 2025 – 47:29
181: Microbiology CAP Checklists: Latest Updates
Mar 27, 2025 – 26:02
180: CLSI M100-Ed35: updates and more
Mar 20, 2025 – 42:07
179: Eikenella
Mar 13, 2025 – 25:42
178: Talking Micro with Janet Hindler
Mar 6, 2025 – 45:47
177: MLS Clinical Certificates : Loyola University Chicago
Feb 28, 2025 – 28:49
176: Microbiology kits: Carolina Distance Learning
Feb 21, 2025 – 25:43
175: The Path to Microbiology: their journey pt. 2
Feb 14, 2025 – 59:52
174: The Path to Microbiology: their journey
Feb 7, 2025 – 01:15:15
173: Acid- fast bacilli (AFB) : An Introduction
Jan 31, 2025 – 39:09
172: Talking AMR: Macrolides and Lincosamides
Jan 24, 2025 – 53:04
171: Microbiology and Blood Bank Simulation Lab
Jan 17, 2025 – 38:21
170: Sulopenem
Jan 10, 2025 – 32:17
169: Health Care Linens: outbreaks and more
Dec 20, 2024 – 35:38
168: Pasteurella: species, media, and more
Dec 13, 2024 – 30:02
167: Talking AMR: Oxazolidinones
Dec 6, 2024 – 42:22
166: Pasteurella multocida: capsular groups and more
Nov 29, 2024 – 31:55
165: E. coli: NDM and PBP variants
Nov 22, 2024 – 34:43
164: MicroClinUy (En Español/ In Spanish)
Nov 20, 2024 – 01:02:48
163: Talking AMR- Glycopeptides
Nov 15, 2024 – 56:59
TBT: Veterinary Microbiology
Nov 8, 2024 – 38:06
TBT: Biochemicals- catalase and coagulase
Oct 24, 2024 – 24:08
TBT: Media
Oct 17, 2024 – 22:11
159: A novel microbicide for Neisseria gonorrhoeae
Oct 10, 2024 – 25:27
158: Joint Infections PCR Panel
Oct 3, 2024 – 24:23
157: Lactobacillus
Sep 26, 2024 – 24:24
156: Actinotignum schaalii
Sep 19, 2024 – 26:28
155: ASCP: Microbiology Certifications
Sep 12, 2024 – 42:19
154: Dengue
Sep 5, 2024 – 58:47
153: Bone and Joint Infections
Aug 29, 2024 – 38:17
152: Potential antibiotics: lolamicin
Aug 22, 2024 – 27:27
TBT: Streptococcus anginosus group
Aug 15, 2024 – 21:01
TBT: LPC-233: An LpxC inhibitor
Aug 1, 2024 – 18:25
TBT: Fabimycin: an antibiotic candidate
Jul 25, 2024 – 21:28
151: Ace the Boards: Microbiology
Jul 18, 2024 – 33:28
150: Sterile body fluids and Multiplex PCR
Jul 11, 2024 – 38:25
TBT: Respiratory cultures
Jul 4, 2024 – 41:40
149: Talking Microbiome
Jun 27, 2024 – 38:21
148: Bonus: Live from ASM Microbe 2024
Jun 25, 2024 – 29:45
147: Research in Medical Laboratory Science: moose, bears, ESBL, and more
Jun 20, 2024 – 01:15:57
146: Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
Jun 13, 2024 – 25:06
145: Talking AMR: Polymyxins (lipopeptides)
Jun 6, 2024 – 41:43
144: Serie en Español: Tinción de Gram
Jun 4, 2024 – 42:43
143: Navigating your Path
May 30, 2024 – 01:06:29
142: UAA MLS : Microbiology and Research
May 23, 2024 – 01:17:47
141: AR Isolate Bank
May 16, 2024 – 37:26
140: Talking AMR: Tetracyclines
May 9, 2024 – 51:20

Recent Reviews

Jeanie315

Invaluable

I love this podcast! I find myself turning to it for ways to explain difficult concepts to my clinical rotation students. Would really love to hear an episode on Brucella species.
CeeBee__

Helpful

I’m studying for ascp micro and he explains concepts very well! Thank you!
mam2wm

Great podcast

I love this podcast! As a non-microbiologist working in the microbiology field, Luis does a great job of explaining complex concepts in an easy-to-understand way. He also has such great guests on to talk about diverse topics. Keep it up!
Luys plaza

Great podcast!

Love the podcast. Great explanations and interviews. Love how he mentions things he has learned while on the bench.
alfred ismael plaza

Love for micro

Excellent podcast! Very informative, you can feel how much the presenter loves microbiology.
TristaH1309

Great study tool!

Thank you for your podcasts. Much of the information was instrumental for passing my boards and fully understanding micro concepts. Can we get some yeast/ mold/ KOH Prep podcasts?
pasmul

Great podcast

Very informative. Love the way the host explains terms in a simple manner.
Roxxann3

Great podcast!!

I’ve learned so much listening to this podcast. Luis is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about micro and brings in great guests. I think it’s a must listen for anyone interested in microbiology.
Jay73227

Great show!

Really good stuff here - I learned a lot from these hosts. Love the show!
Kai Bobbi

Love it!

Thank you for creating this space for people to share their stories and helpful resources. Great questions with a very engaged host! Already shared with couple pals. :)