

The United States of Science (with Sharon McMahon)
Oct 11, 2023
This podcast explores the government's role in healthcare and health-related policies, discussing pivotal Supreme Court cases, the constitutionality of vaccine mandates, and legislation not based on science. The hosts emphasize the dangers of passing science-related policies without credible evidence. They also highlight the importance of scientific expertise in policy-making and the spread of misinformation impacting food safety, Lyme disease, and public health. The podcast delves into the historical significance of the government's role in health care and the complexities of governing systems in decision-making.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
The Controversy over Titanium Dioxide and Red Dye Number Three
03:42 • 8min
False Dichotomy of Banned Substances in the United States
11:41 • 5min
The spread of misinformation and fallacies impacting food safety, Lyme disease, and public health
16:53 • 4min
The Importance of Credible Experts and Introduction of Sharon McMahon
20:30 • 6min
The Government's Role in Health Care and Its Historical Significance
26:15 • 5min
The Role of Variolation in Public Health Measures
30:47 • 14min
The Complexity of Government Decision-Making
44:35 • 27min