PBD Podcast FDA Commissioner Marty Makary: Tylenol, Vaccines & Autism + Fauci, NIH & COVID-19 | PBD Podcast | Ep. 690
Nov 25, 2025
Marty Makary, a prominent physician and FDA Commissioner, dives into critical public health issues. He discusses the risks of Tylenol during pregnancy and its links to autism concerns, urging caution. Makary also critiques vaccine safety, addressing myocarditis and misinformation. He sheds light on Anthony Fauci’s approach to COVID-19, emphasizing the consequences of transparency failures. Furthermore, he highlights the urgent need for reforms in food policy and drug pricing, advocating for a healthier society and better healthcare access.
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FDA's Massive Scope And Origin
- The FDA began as a small consumer-protection agency and now regulates roughly 20% of the U.S. economy.
- Marty Makary warns its scope grew far beyond original intent, covering everything from mangoes to MRI machines.
Cut Red Tape To Speed Cures
- Cut bureaucratic red tape to accelerate cures and prioritize meaningful treatments.
- Makary says the FDA will publish rejection letters and adopt AI to speed decisions and transparency.
Food Guidance Fueled Ultra-Processed Diets
- Historical food guidance was shaped by industry and flawed science, notably the war on saturated fat.
- Makary argues this led to replacing fats with refined carbs and an era of ultra-processed, addictive foods.
