<p>On this episode of The Poisoncast learn just how Black Mamba venom&nbsp;kills you.&nbsp; We travel deep inside the body and discuss the science behind dendrotoxins and how they interact with the neurons in your brain.</p>

































































 

  
  
    

      

      
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Cyanide - The Poisoncast #02

Welcome to The Poisoncast, a podcast dedicated to explaining the deadly science behind toxins, venoms &amp; chemicals. Travel deep inside the human body and learn just how these fascinating and dangerous molecules can kill you.