Get ready for a wild ride through your body’s coolest science stories! In this episode of Following Science, we celebrate vaccines as the Beyoncé of public health, dive into the surprisingly dramatic lives of your kidneys (spoiler: they might be holding grudges), and explore the gut microbiome—the bustling microscopic metropolis inside you that’s shaping everything from your mood to your immune system. Packed with fun facts, quirky jokes, and mind-blowing insights, this episode is perfect for anyone who loves geeking out about how our bodies work. Whether you’re team "hydration reminder" or team "gut bacteria as superheroes," this one’s for you!