Mask mandates have become a polarizing issue across the country, from Arizona to Georgia. So where do we draw the line between public health and civil liberties? That’s our main topic on this week’s PODCAST-19. Then we talk about air — if the novel coronavirus can spread through tiny droplets, how can buildings ensure it’s safe to breathe during the pandemic? And finally, some good vaccine news!
By Anna Rothschild and Jake Arlow
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