News — Most people wouldn’t describe cockroach vomit or kissing bugs as compelling content, but for Jules Bernstein, Senior Public Information Officer at UC Riverside, that’s exactly where the magic happens.

Bernstein is the creator and co-host of Can I Bug You?, a science podcast that explores the strange, surprising, and often misunderstood world of insects. What began as a field assignment covering entomologists in the Chiricahua Mountains quickly turned into a passion project, blending sharp journalism with bite-sized biology.

The latest episode of the Curious by Nature podcast, “Why Kissing Bugs Aren’t Romantic and More”, featuring Jules Bernstein, is now available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Curious by Nature, presented by Âé¶¹´«Ã½, is a podcast for curious people. In each episode, listeners can travel briefly into the fascinating world that comes with years of dedication to one field of study. Be inspired by the many amazing things that are going on right now, some of which may have a major effect on our lives. Enjoy this concentrated knowledge from experts. We hope you can take inspiration from glimpses of innovation, dedication, and discovery.

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