The speaker reflects on facing media manipulation and censorship, leading to increased book sales and subscribers despite being labeled as spreading disinformation. They discuss the bias in scientific studies, flawed peer review processes, and historical context of information dissemination. The chapter also delves into concerns about misdiagnosing gender dysphoria, profit motives in gender affirming care clinics, and the contentious topic of transgender medical treatments.
Michael Shellenberger is the best-selling author of “Apocalypse Never” and “San Fransicko." He is a journalist and founder of Public, a Substack publication. Michael is a Time Magazine Hero of the Environment and Green Book Award winner. He is also founder and president of Environmental Progress, a research organization that incubates ideas, leaders, and movementsmichaelshellenberger.substack.com
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