It's Been a Minute The Oprah to "Make America Healthy Again" Pipeline
Apr 21, 2025
Join historian Kellie Carter Jackson, a co-host of You Get a Podcast, as she discusses the immense impact of Oprah Winfrey on public health narratives. They explore how The Oprah Winfrey Show transformed wellness into a cultural phenomenon, shaping public perception and giving rise to influential figures like Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz. Kellie dives into Oprah's role in mixing celebrity, media, and politics, while critiquing the often-overlooked systemic issues within the self-help movement and the idea of the American hustle.
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Oprah's Cultural Power
- Oprah Winfrey's show was a powerful cultural influencer, shaping trends and ideas for over two decades.
- She launched the careers of notable health and self-help figures like Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz through her platform.
Oprah's Mad Cow Controversy
- Oprah stopped eating burgers after a mad cow disease episode and was sued by the cattle industry.
- Dr. Phil, her trial coach during this lawsuit, later became a featured expert on her show.
From Medicine to Media and Politics
- Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz transitioned from respected professionals to media personalities with complex political roles.
- Oprah's show acts like a time capsule reflecting the blend of entertainment, politics, and health in America.