This episode is with author, Dr. Brandy Schillace.  She writes non fiction on death and dying, the history of science and steampunk.  She just released a new book called 'Mr. Humble and Dr. Butcher' A monkey’s head, the Pope’s neuroscientist and the quest to transplant the soul.   The book is about well known Cleveland neuroscientist and surgeon, Dr. Robert White and his efforts to transplant the human brain/head.   I had the privilege of knowing Dr. White, who passed away in 2010.  The devout catholic was friend to two Popes and yes, he did transplant the head of a primate that lived for nine days.  But that's just one part of a storied career that Dr. Schillace captures in her book.  His science weaved through some of the biggest turning points in history, and not just medical history.  
Dr. Schillace's books have been reviewed in Science Magazine,  New York Times, Boston Globe, New Yorker and Wall street journal.  She’s also the 2018 winner of the Arthur P. Sloan Science Foundation award and has appeared on Travel Channel’s Mysteries at the museum and NPR’s Here and Now.  She’s also editor in chief of BMJ’s Medical Humanities Journal.
WEBSITE: www.brandyschillace.com
Monica Robins is not a medical doctor.  All content presented in this program is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice.  Always seek the guidance of your personal doctor or qualified healthcare professional with any questions regarding your health or medical condition.

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