On this episode we’re joined by Miles Griffis. Miles is the co-founder of The Sick Times, a non-profit website chronicling the Long Covid crisis. He knows the impact of the disease firsthand.

As is written on The Sick Times website

“We report on the common, life-changing disease following COVID-19 infection that affects over 400 million people worldwide and can be fatal. Our coverage spans related infection-associated chronic conditions such as myalgic encephalomyelitis, dysautonomia, mast cell activation syndrome, and more. Unlike many outlets, we continue to report on the impact of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. No denial, minimizing, or gaslighting here.

Join us as we investigate injustices, challenge powerful institutions, wade through the latest research, assess COVID-19 data, and offer a platform for those most affected by the crisis.”

Miles also writes about nature, science and about LGBTQ+ culture. Among his regular outlets for writing is High Country News.

Miles talked about the origin of The Sick Times, the different types of stories he covers, and why he does what he does.

Examples of stories

- How to Live and Die with Long Covid

- Drag Artists and Organizers Making Spaces More Covid Safe

- COVID-19 a Threat To Wildland Firefighters

Miles’ salute: The Palestinian journalists killed during the war in Gaza.

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