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<p>Maggots are disgusting, right? Lulu has a hard time even saying the word maggot. </p><p>But in this episode, we’re asking you to join us in setting our “ick” aside. If you stick with us, we promise that you’ll go from thinking these bugs are the grossest things ever to actually kinda liking them. Maybe even loving them. </p><p>ER doctor <a href="https://nyulangone.org/doctors/1174917249/avir-mitra">Avir Mitra</a> leads us down a rabbit hole of scientific discovery, explaining how these revolting critters have a history - and future - of saving human limbs and lives. Plus, a musical lesson in wound treatment 101.</p><p><strong>Tell us what creature you want a future show about!</strong> Submit suggestions on what animals we should do our next season on <a href="https://forms.gle/UG4JE5xjMZpA4ZyF8">here</a>!</p><p>Terrestrials was created by Lulu Miller with WNYC studios. This episode was produced by Alan Goffinski with sound design by Mira Burt-Wintonick. Our Executive Producer is Sa...