Dr. Roneet Lev
Dr. Roneet Lev
196. Going After Big Tobacco | Richard Daynard
196. Going After Big Tobacco | Richard Daynard
196. Going After Big Tobacco | Richard Daynard
Monday 23rd September 2024
Professor Richard Daynard shares his journey in holding Big Tobacco accountable and discusses how these lessons apply to modern public health challenges.
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Episode Overview
- The historical battle against Big Tobacco offers lessons for modern public health issues.
- Professor Daynard led a $206 billion settlement against Big Tobacco.
- The tobacco industry's deceitful tactics are similar to those used by vaping and marijuana industries today.
- Legal strategies can play a crucial role in protecting public health.
- Understanding history is key to preventing the repetition of past mistakes.
If we can confuse people and they're hooked on cigarettes, they'll keep smoking
Get ready to dive into a fascinating discussion on High Truths on Drugs and Addiction. This episode features Professor Richard Daynard, a legal powerhouse who has been instrumental in holding Big Tobacco accountable for the countless deaths and diseases caused by their products. Host Dr. Roneet Lev, an emergency and addiction physician, guides the conversation, shedding light on the parallels between the historical battle against tobacco and today's challenges with vaping and marijuana.
Professor Daynard shares his journey from a law student at Harvard to leading a $206 billion settlement against Big Tobacco. He also discusses the tobacco industry's deceitful tactics and the importance of learning from history to combat current public health threats. The episode is packed with intriguing anecdotes, like how smoking was once endorsed by doctors and even included in soldiers' gear.
The conversation touches on the broader implications for public health, including issues like obesity, gambling, opioids, and gun control. If you're curious about how legal strategies can influence public health and want to understand the ongoing fight against harmful industries, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear Professor Daynard's compelling stories and insights, and discover what lessons we can apply to today's public health battles.