Trish Wood
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Dr. Marty Makary on Hiatus New Book Blind Spots
Dr. Marty Makary on Hiatus New Book Blind Spots
Dr. Marty Makary on Hiatus New Book Blind Spots
Friday 11th October 2024
Dr. Marty Makary discusses his book 'Blind Spots' with Trish Wood, exposing errors in medical science from peanut allergies to hormone treatments.
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Episode Overview
- Dr. Makary discusses how groupthink leads to medical errors.
- The rise of childhood peanut allergies linked to bad science.
- Misguided hormone treatments for women examined.
- Impact of COVID-19 school closures based on flawed data.
- Challenges faced by journalists speaking truth to power.
"We just did a whole bunch of research on this and no healthy kids are dying of COVID, so what are you doing?"
In this episode of 'Trish Wood is Critical', Trish sits down with Dr. Marty Makary, a renowned physician from Johns Hopkins University, to discuss his eye-opening book, 'Blind Spots'. Dr. Makary dives into the frequent errors in medicine and science that have far-reaching consequences. From the sudden rise in childhood peanut allergies to the misjudged hormone treatments for women, Dr. Makary explains how groupthink and bad science can lead to significant public health mistakes.
Trish's interview style is as empathetic as it is rigorous, making for a compelling conversation about critical thinking in healthcare. Dr. Makary highlights shocking examples where medical consensus went awry, such as the unnecessary panic over peanut allergies and the misguided hormone treatments that affected countless women. He shares his frustration over how these issues were perpetuated by a lack of critical analysis and a tendency to follow the herd.
Trish also touches on an unfolding mountaineering mystery and reflects on the personal cost of speaking the truth in journalism. She discusses the arrest of journalist Jeremy Lofredo in Israel, drawing parallels to the challenges faced by those who dare to question mainstream narratives. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding how medical myths take hold and why it's crucial to challenge established norms. With Dr.
Makary's expert insights and Trish's fearless questioning, you'll come away with a deeper appreciation for the importance of critical thinking in all areas of life. So, if you're ready to question everything you thought you knew about medical science, grab your headphones and dive into this fascinating discussion. Why do you think it's so hard for people to challenge established medical beliefs?