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Childhood Toys and Lead Exposure
39:40 - 44:26 (04:45)
The use of lead-based paint in old toys can expose children to lead. While lead exposure can have cognitive effects on children, it can be prevented by avoiding lead exposure sources.
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The speaker reminisces about his childhood obsession with military toys, playing with Civil War figurines, buying fake grass to create a battlefield, and playing Warhammer.
39:40 - 40:54 (01:14)
Summary
The speaker reminisces about his childhood obsession with military toys, playing with Civil War figurines, buying fake grass to create a battlefield, and playing Warhammer.
ChapterChildhood Toys and Lead Exposure
EpisodePart Two: Blackwater's Erik Prince Wrote A Book About How Much He Sucks
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Lead exposure can cause cognitive and motor deficits, ADHD symptoms, and other health problems in children.
40:54 - 42:31 (01:36)
Summary
Lead exposure can cause cognitive and motor deficits, ADHD symptoms, and other health problems in children. Prevention of lead exposure is crucial, as post-exposure treatment cannot reverse these harmful effects.
ChapterChildhood Toys and Lead Exposure
EpisodePart Two: Blackwater's Erik Prince Wrote A Book About How Much He Sucks
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Researchers found higher blood lead levels in competitive shooters compared to competitive archers.
42:31 - 44:26 (01:54)
Summary
Researchers found higher blood lead levels in competitive shooters compared to competitive archers. The lead exposure during childhood may have contributed to Eric Prince's interest in making soldiers and violent behavior.