DarkHorse Podcast Unsafe at Any Speed: Dr. Toby Rogers on DarkHorse
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Jan 19, 2025 Dr. Toby Rogers, a political economy expert with a focus on autism, joins Bret Weinstein to delve into the economic and political facets surrounding the rising prevalence of autism. They challenge the prevailing genetic narrative and explore environmental factors contributing to this increase. The conversation also critiques the pharmaceutical industry's influence on scientific integrity and vaccine safety discussions. Ultimately, they emphasize the urgent need for systemic change to address autism's socioeconomic impacts and safeguard future generations.
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Personal Journey to Autism Research
- Toby Rogers's research on autism began unexpectedly when his girlfriend's son received a diagnosis.
- This personal experience led him to shift his doctoral thesis topic.
Skyrocketing Autism Prevalence
- The first autism prevalence study in 1970 reported a rate of 1 in 10,000 children, highlighting its rarity.
- Today, the rate is 1 in 33, a staggering increase demanding explanation.
Genetic Explanation a "Tell"
- The "genetic epidemic" explanation for autism's rise doesn't hold up due to the speed of genetic changes.
- The rapid increase suggests environmental exposures are a more likely factor.
