Episode
Dr. Oz
55:52
Published: Tue Feb 16 2021
Description
This week we're dissecting "America's Doctor." How did a smart, hardworking surgeon become one of TV's leading purveyors of junk science? Along the way we debunk green coffee bean extract, raspberry ketones, conversion therapy (!) and a salad dressing skincare regimen.Support us: Subscribe on PatreonDonate on PayPalGet Maintenance Phase shirts, stickers and moreLinks:Transcript of the infamous Congressional hearingThe Making of Dr. OzColumbia and the Problem of Dr. OzThe FTC lawsuit against green coffee bean extract sellersThe Oz craze: The effect of pop culture media on health careThe BMJ content analysis of the Dr. Oz showAgeing, fitness and neurocognitive functionReal-world doctors fact-check Dr. Oz, and the results aren't pretty Dr. Oz may be America's most influential — and controversial — physician Thanks to Ashley Smith for editing assistance and Doctor Dreamchip for our lovely theme song!Support the show
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00:00 - 01:07 (01:07)
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A breakdown of the different categories of topics covered on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast, with a focus on the prevalence of weight loss discussions and the misinformation that is often shared on the show, such as the claim that apple cider vinegar promotes weight loss.
01:07 - 04:43 (03:35)
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A breakdown of the different categories of topics covered on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast, with a focus on the prevalence of weight loss discussions and the misinformation that is often shared on the show, such as the claim that apple cider vinegar promotes weight loss.
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The podcast includes guests discussing controversial topics such as gay conversion therapy and mediums as a way to improve health.
04:43 - 07:33 (02:49)
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The podcast includes guests discussing controversial topics such as gay conversion therapy and mediums as a way to improve health.
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In this episode, the speaker talks about the problem with the genre of health entertainment without context or definitive findings, exemplifying Dr. Oz's advice to drink more water as a fuzzy recommendation.
07:33 - 09:37 (02:04)
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In this episode, the speaker talks about the problem with the genre of health entertainment without context or definitive findings, exemplifying Dr. Oz's advice to drink more water as a fuzzy recommendation.
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In this podcast, the speaker shares a clip that delves into the details of how cholesterol affects the body and how it is released.
09:37 - 11:24 (01:46)
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In this podcast, the speaker shares a clip that delves into the details of how cholesterol affects the body and how it is released.
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Learn how to ensure you are buying a pure green coffee bean extract online by checking for additives, excipients, binders, cellulose, and silica under other ingredients.
11:24 - 14:41 (03:16)
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Learn how to ensure you are buying a pure green coffee bean extract online by checking for additives, excipients, binders, cellulose, and silica under other ingredients. It is recommended to look for a product that contains 800 milligrams and take it twice a day.
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The FTC lawsuit against a sleep products company revealed that a researcher from India falsified study results by not putting data into the study, causing the company's founder to lose all credibility in the sleep industry.
14:41 - 17:56 (03:14)
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The FTC lawsuit against a sleep products company revealed that a researcher from India falsified study results by not putting data into the study, causing the company's founder to lose all credibility in the sleep industry.
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This podcast episode delves into the career of Dr. Oz, a cardiac surgeon turned media personality, and his fascination with bodily functions such as bowel movements.
17:56 - 25:52 (07:56)
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This podcast episode delves into the career of Dr. Oz, a cardiac surgeon turned media personality, and his fascination with bodily functions such as bowel movements. It discusses his unique approach to health and wellness and how he has become known as the "King of Poop."
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The combination of real verified information, marketing, and wishful thinking in the health and wellness industry could be more destructive than outright miracle cure pitches, as it becomes difficult to discern what is real and what is not.
25:52 - 29:36 (03:44)
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The combination of real verified information, marketing, and wishful thinking in the health and wellness industry could be more destructive than outright miracle cure pitches, as it becomes difficult to discern what is real and what is not.
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In this podcast, the speaker talks about Dr. Oz’s tendency to oversimplify complex health studies and promote them as revolutionary breakthroughs without thoroughly examining their methodology or potential biases.
29:36 - 33:31 (03:54)
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In this podcast, the speaker talks about Dr. Oz’s tendency to oversimplify complex health studies and promote them as revolutionary breakthroughs without thoroughly examining their methodology or potential biases.
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The benefits of alternative medicine, such as yoga, are becoming increasingly well documented and accepted within the Western medical community.
33:31 - 37:53 (04:21)
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The benefits of alternative medicine, such as yoga, are becoming increasingly well documented and accepted within the Western medical community. However, the use of certain products that claim to have weight loss benefits, such as green coffee bean extract, can still be seen as questionable and similar to the tactics used by snake oil salesmen in the past.
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The belief that one cannot change the world and can only change oneself may prevent change, particularly when promoting alternative medicine.
37:53 - 41:45 (03:51)
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The belief that one cannot change the world and can only change oneself may prevent change, particularly when promoting alternative medicine. Such practices can be fueled by moneyed supplement companies that promote ideologies which are not supported by scientific research.
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The podcast host discusses interviews with public figures who don't apologize and the art of a good apology.
41:45 - 45:43 (03:58)
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The podcast host discusses interviews with public figures who don't apologize and the art of a good apology. He also shares amusing anecdotes about the use of language in political speeches and marketing.
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The speaker on the podcast makes false health claims about yacon syrup such as lowering blood pressure and speeding up metabolism without evidence to back it up.
45:43 - 49:15 (03:31)
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The speaker on the podcast makes false health claims about yacon syrup such as lowering blood pressure and speeding up metabolism without evidence to back it up.
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A doctor performs a theatrical and fake physical exam on Trump and states he appears to be in good physical health.
49:15 - 52:23 (03:07)
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A doctor performs a theatrical and fake physical exam on Trump and states he appears to be in good physical health. This incident is used as a defense of Trump in the debate about free speech.
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The constant discussion of weight loss and ways to not be fat can have a negative impact on how society treats individuals who are overweight, disabled, or chronically ill.
52:23 - 55:45 (03:21)
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The constant discussion of weight loss and ways to not be fat can have a negative impact on how society treats individuals who are overweight, disabled, or chronically ill. It can play on people's anxieties about mortality and be a sinister tactic for profit.