Episode
Pete Evans Part 1: The Paleo Way
52:34
Published: Tue Jul 12 2022
Description
How a beloved TV chef became one of Australia's most polarizing public figures. Support us:Hear bonus episodes on PatreonDonate on PayPalGet Maintenance Phase T-shirts, stickers and moreLinks!Going Paleo: What Prehistoric Man Actually AteThe Paleo Way (video clip) Paleolithic nutrition for metabolic syndromePaleo diet still lacks evidenceAtherosclerosis across 4000 years of human historyHow to Really Eat Like a Hunter-Gatherer: Why the Paleo Diet Is Half-BakedAncient leftovers show the real Paleo diet was a veggie feastExpert dismisses Pete Evans' claims that modern diet causes autism Celebrity Chef's Paleo Cookbook for Babies Delayed After Health FearsPete Evans: paleo cookbook for mums and babies under fire again AMA accuses Pete Evans of endangering lives with unscientific health advice Pete Evans provides 'evidence' for his fluoride claims Thanks to Doctor Dreamchip for our lovely theme song!Support the show
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The podcast hosts discuss their efforts to avoid spoilers for potential episodes and ways listeners can support the show through Patreon or purchasing merchandise.
00:00 - 02:15 (02:15)
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The podcast hosts discuss their efforts to avoid spoilers for potential episodes and ways listeners can support the show through Patreon or purchasing merchandise.
EpisodePete Evans Part 1: The Paleo Way
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This podcast discusses the trend of wearing ostentatious t-shirts and the popularity of Australian reality show My Kitchen Rules (MKR), along with its impact on the promotion of cookbooks and TV demos.
02:15 - 05:45 (03:30)
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This podcast discusses the trend of wearing ostentatious t-shirts and the popularity of Australian reality show My Kitchen Rules (MKR), along with its impact on the promotion of cookbooks and TV demos.
EpisodePete Evans Part 1: The Paleo Way
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A comedic take on celebrity food diaries that pairs clearly fake food entries with expert commentary.
05:45 - 09:05 (03:19)
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A comedic take on celebrity food diaries that pairs clearly fake food entries with expert commentary. In this episode, a fake diary for a health-conscious celebrity is read out with its absurd food entries, followed by an expert's debunking of each item.
EpisodePete Evans Part 1: The Paleo Way
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The conversation includes a comparison to fad diets and a light-hearted take on activated almonds.
09:05 - 13:33 (04:28)
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The conversation includes a comparison to fad diets and a light-hearted take on activated almonds. They also mention the historical context of salt consumption.
EpisodePete Evans Part 1: The Paleo Way
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This episode discusses the evolution of humans and its impact on our food and diet, and touches on the paleo diet.
13:33 - 19:28 (05:54)
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This episode discusses the evolution of humans and its impact on our food and diet, and touches on the paleo diet. There is also a visual aid showing the negative effects of certain foods.
EpisodePete Evans Part 1: The Paleo Way
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The Paleo diet has been criticized for its association with theories of eugenics and its misconception of what our ancestors really ate.
19:28 - 22:53 (03:25)
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The Paleo diet has been criticized for its association with theories of eugenics and its misconception of what our ancestors really ate.
EpisodePete Evans Part 1: The Paleo Way
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The paleo diet has been around for quite some time, but is it actually benefiting human health?
22:53 - 31:55 (09:02)
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The paleo diet has been around for quite some time, but is it actually benefiting human health? Meanwhile, the concept of replacing cane sugar with healthier alternatives might not actually be as beneficial as previously thought in practice.
EpisodePete Evans Part 1: The Paleo Way
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The idea that the Paleolithic diet allows you to opt-out of modern agriculture is a myth, as modern grocery stores only carry factory farms products designed for consumer appeal.
31:55 - 36:24 (04:29)
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The idea that the Paleolithic diet allows you to opt-out of modern agriculture is a myth, as modern grocery stores only carry factory farms products designed for consumer appeal. The diet's proponents seem to be primarily white men who idealize the past and ignore the realities of the modern market.
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During a discussion about autism, two individuals criticize the idea that the Australian dietary guidelines play any role in causing or preventing autism.
36:24 - 43:00 (06:35)
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During a discussion about autism, two individuals criticize the idea that the Australian dietary guidelines play any role in causing or preventing autism. They dismiss such correlations and attribute the recent increase in peanut allergies to other factors.
EpisodePete Evans Part 1: The Paleo Way
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A discussion about an anti-vaccination activist in Australia who has caused controversy through his misleading claims about the harm of vaccinations and the benefits of drinking milk.
43:00 - 49:30 (06:30)
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A discussion about an anti-vaccination activist in Australia who has caused controversy through his misleading claims about the harm of vaccinations and the benefits of drinking milk.
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The "N of one" mindset, common among those who believe in fad diets, often ignores the role of privilege in their personal health journey and the larger impact of systemic inequities on health outcomes.
49:30 - 52:20 (02:50)
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The "N of one" mindset, common among those who believe in fad diets, often ignores the role of privilege in their personal health journey and the larger impact of systemic inequities on health outcomes.