Sawbones: Tear Gas

Right now in the news you may be hearing about the use of tear gas against protesters. But what exactly IS tear gas and where did it come from? Dr. Sydnee and Justin talk about the origins of this chemical agent, what it is meant to do, and what one should do if they come into contact with it. Music: "Medicines" by The Taxpayers Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota: Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's MaxFunDrive! Still want to get in on the action? Follow this link to support this show (and get in on our limited-time keychain sale to benefit the Center for Constitutional Rights):

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Sawbones: Tear Gas is an episode from Sawbones: A Marital Tour of Misguided Medicine by Justin McElroy.

This episode is 00:34:22 long.

This episode was published on Feb 3, 2026.

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