If Only We’d Known: The 265th Evolutionary Lens with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying
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Feb 19, 2025
This discussion dives into the risks associated with fluoroquinolones, revealing their potential to cause serious health issues. There's a critical look at public figures who challenge established science, leading to broader implications for public health. The conversation also touches on the surprisingly complex nature of mirrors and perception, questioning common assumptions. Finally, it advocates for a transformative educational approach, emphasizing hands-on learning and the importance of engaging activities that develop critical thinking.
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Achilles Tendon Rupture
Heather Heying ruptured her Achilles tendon playing frisbee.
She suspects Cipro, an antibiotic she frequently used in the field, contributed to the injury.
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Cipro's Risks
Cipro, a fluoroquinolone antibiotic, carries significant risks like tendon rupture, heart damage, and nerve damage.
Despite known risks, doctors still prescribe it without informing patients of the potential long-term effects.
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Question Prescriptions
Be skeptical of quick pharmaceutical solutions and question your doctor's advice.
Understand the potential risks and long-term effects of any medication before taking it.
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In this week’s episode, we discuss antibiotics, Kennedy, mirrors and education—all from Seville, Spain. First up: fluoroquinolones are a class of antibiotics that includes cipro, and are now understood to cause a whole host of serious health problems, from tendon rupture to heart damage to death. Over-reliance on pharmaceutical solutions to human problems is making us sicker. Then: scientists are worried about Kennedy, because he “rejects established science,” like how effective the mRNA shots are against Covid. Also: what is going on with mirrors, and why are people so quick to decide that it’s obvious? Finally: education should include mirrors and magnets and big messy physical games that require coordination of both individual bodies and people.
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Mentioned in this episode:
The Achilles Heel of antibiotics: https://naturalselections.substack.com/p/the-achilles-heel-of-antibiotics
Nature goes after Kennedy: https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-025-00439-y
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