Michael Collins, FKA “Run DMT” and before that, “Sylvia Plath,” has now settled on the moniker, “Drugdealer.” Uncool as all of those choices are, let’s extend him some credit for providing a platform to the outstanding Weyes Blood on his new album, Raw Honey. On the title track, Natalie Mering (Blood’s real name) breathes her low, nostalgic vocals over hazy guitars and drum kit in an extremely convincing homage to the late ’60s. It’s a great track to ease the segue into the weekend, which you can also augment with Weyes Blood‘s new album. Full rundown on that soon.

Remember how bad bacteria was supposed to be in the 90s? Almost as bad as fat, and look how that turned out, keto-buds. Since we figured out that lots of bacteria is good and necessary, the makers of your friendly household antibacterials have started dealing in germs. Clorox just acquired a probiotics company, Unilever invested in a bacterial skincare brand, and Johnson & Johnson (of Windex fame) just licensed the bacterial spray that has brought germs back into the spotlight. Now for the big question: are eggs good for you or nah?

Over in tobacco land, the company that sells Marlboros has opened a life insurance business that discounts clients who either stop smoking OR SWITCH TO THAT COMPANY’S VAPE. According to their comms, you get 2.5% off your premium if you switch to e-cigarettes or TWENTY-FIVE PERCENT off for using their vape in place of cigs for three months. This will come as a shock to anyone who has placed their faith in the tobacco industry, which, until now, has appeared to have the public’s best interests at heart. Give me a shout if you need to process.

So, make sure you go back and read that whole piece on bacteria coming back— it features an autistic MIT researcher living and producing bacteria in his car, realizing that western societies have cleaned themselves sick. You’ll also learn about the cult bacterial skincare brand that accidentally spun out of his research. This is it.

For Earth Day (which was this week, but you knew that, right?) Food52 launched a line of Silicone straws. They’re sweet and pretty and come with little carrying cases and a cleaning snake. (Wouldn’t want bacteria to build up in there, would you?) Check them out here.