Maintenance Phase
Debunking the junk science behind health fads, wellness scams and nonsensical nutrition advice.
Jamie Oliver
In the 2000s, Jamie Oliver made a big splash with his work reforming kids’ meals in the UK and US....
EscucharCOVID Conspiracies
What was missing from America's pandemic response? A sunshine vitamin, a malaria treatment and...
Escuchar"Soy Boys"
How a plant-based pejorative went from an alt-right burn to a core concern of mainstream Republicans.Support...
EscucharRFK Jr. And The Secret Meeting That Wasn’t Secret
Join us for a 75 minute answer to a 5 word question: Is there mercury in vaccines? Support us:Hear bonus...
EscucharRFK Jr. and The Rise of the Anti-Vaxx Movement
A political candidate has some questions and we have some extremely obvious answers.Support us:Hear...
EscucharBrittany Dawn
How a fitness influencer went from small-time scammer to one of the Internet’s leading villains. Links!THIS...
EscucharBONUS: The Conservative Diet Books of Yore
We're taking a much-needed break this week so to tide you over here is one of our bonus episodes!...
EscucharOprah v. Beef Part 2: Apocalypse Cow
The closing argument of our two-part Oprahsode starts in a Texas courtroom, wanders through some British...
EscucharOprah v. Beef Part 1: The Rise of "Veggie Libel"
On April 16, 1996, Oprah Winfrey did a show about mad cow disease. Six weeks later, a couple of Texas...
EscucharThe 10,000 Steps Myth
This week we're digging into the weird history of an omnipresent fitness goal. Episode comes...
EscucharThe Trouble with Sugar
This week we're tackling three big ideas about sugar: It causes hyperactivity in kids, it's...
Escuchar"Forks Over Knives": Is a Vegetarian Diet Better For You?
A viral documentary says a "whole foods plant-based diet" will prevent heart disease and cure...
EscucharThe Instagram Fiber Feud
Aubrey tells Mike about the diet that took over New York City (and its bathrooms).Support us:Hear bonus...
EscucharDoctors Have a New Plan for Fat Kids
Last month the American Academy of Pediatrics released a new set of guidelines for "childhood obesity."...
EscucharElizabeth Taylor's "Elizabeth Takes Off"
History should make you feel weird and so, apparently, should diet books. Support us:Hear bonus episodes...
Escuchar“Glorifying Obesity” And Other Myths About Fat People
This week, we're talking about Aubrey's new book, "'You Just Need To Lose Weight'...
EscucharWorkplace Wellness
Charging disabled people more for health care is illegal. But what about ... charging non-disabled people...
EscucharThe Food Pyramid
In the 1990s, the Food Pyramid was one of the most recognizable symbols in nutrition education. But...
EscucharBonus: Mike's New Podcast!
Mike and Aubrey introduce Mike's new show, If Books Could Kill! Find it on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher,...
EscucharThe Daily Harvest Food Poisoning Scandal
“Herpes is basically living the dream” — Aubrey Gordon.Support us: Subscribe on PatreonDonate...
EscucharMini-Sode: The Dr. Oz Campaign
Pennsylvania listeners check your registration here!Mike and Aubrey break down the policies and promises...
EscucharPaul Bragg & The Rise of Apple Cider Vinegar
Health claims about apple cider vinegar are everywhere. But are they true? This week, we hop into the...
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