Boris Lushniak

In this discussion with Boris Lushniak, former acting U.S. Surgeon General, listeners dive into the shocking revelations from the 1964 report that officially linked smoking to severe health risks. Lushniak reflects on the slow acceptance of these findings amid a culture that glamorized smoking and highlights how advertising influenced public perception. The conversation also tackles the modern challenges posed by e-cigarettes and the ongoing fight against nicotine addiction, emphasizing the legacy of public health advocacy in America.