Episode description

Join Allorah and guest host Olivia for an exhilarating discussion that dives deep into the real-life mad hatters of history! This isn't your typical Alice in Wonderland storytime; instead, prepare for a wild ride as we explore the intriguing tales of Abraham Lincoln, his assassin, and the surprising connections to dentists. Discover the shocking ways mercury has impacted our health and history in this captivating narrative that twists and turns beyond just the stomach! Thank you for tuning in, and don't forget to rate and follow the podcast for more fascinating journeys through history!

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https://archive.cdc.gov/www_cdc_gov/niosh/updates/upd-03-04-10.html

https://www.history.com/news/where-did-the-phrase-mad-as-a-hatter-come-from

https://chem.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Inorganic_Chemistry/Chemistry_of_the_Main_Group_Elements_(Barron)/05%3A_Group_12/5.05%3A_The_Myth_Reality_and_History_of_Mercury_Toxicity

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/psychiatry-a-history/202304/heavy-metal-blues-the-history-of-medicinal-mercury

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Top_hat

https://www.psychiatrist.com/pcc/history-of-lithium-treatment-in-psychiatry/