The Peter Attia Drive cover image

#167 - Gary Taubes: Bad science and challenging the conventional wisdom of obesity

The Peter Attia Drive

00:00

Navigating Cold Fusion Controversies

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between an author and a celebrated scientist, shedding light on the author's journey from trust to skepticism regarding the claims of cold fusion. It discusses the chaotic events surrounding the initial announcement of cold fusion, revealing how ambition and competition can cloud scientific judgment. Through personal anecdotes and reflections on scientific integrity, the author examines the challenges of truth-seeking in a field influenced by reputation and belief.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app