Podcast 10: Coronavirus | with Dr Norman Swan (Patreon)

Dear Patrons,Here is Episode 10 of the Juice Media Podcast - the companion to our latest Honest Government Ad about the Coronavirus.Which, by the way, has gone more viral than any video I've ever made in my life, by far:4.2M Youtube views3.1M FB views2.8M Twitter viewsThat's 10M+ views. In ONE week!Thanks to your support, we have helped to massively raise awareness of the dangers Covid19 poses to society and healthcare systems around the world, and the urgent need to "flatten the curve".And yet, here in Australia, not enough people are taking this seriously. Partly because our Government isn't, either. We just saw hundreds gathering on Bondi beach, and feverish people disembarking a cruise ship in Sydney.  Restaurants and cafes are still full.In about 14 days we'll be seeing the results of this manifesting in broad daylight, and I am scared to think the toll this will take on our healthcare workers, doctors, our teachers, cleaners, seniors... And remember: Covid19 can, and does, kill younger adults too.That's why for this podcast I decided to invite on the show someone who has been helping to raise the alarm about what's happening in Australia: Dr Norman Swan, physician and veteran broadcaster with the ABC.Coz if there's one thing we need right now, it is clear, accurate and sensible advice - just what our Government is not providing.   I urge you to listen to what Dr Swan says and share it widely with your networks. We discuss the dangers we face, but also some of the potential positive outcomes from all this.This is also relevant for those of you in other parts of the world - especially the USA where the curve is heading off the charts.It's going to be a rough time ahead so lets stay in touch - remember: spatial distancing, not social distincing!   I would love to hear from you: how are you coping with it all? Are you out and about, or in "iso" mode? What about your children? We've basically been in isolation at home for the past 5 days, and are doing lots of gardening to keep ourselves sane.There is so much more to say, but I'll save it for our next Honest Government Ad.Meanwhile, tune in daily to Norman Swan's "Coronacast" podcast on ABC Radio and follow him on Twitter here to keep up to date.  Thank you for making this work possible.Take care, stay safe - and don't touch your face!Giordano xo