BOO! This week, Darren looks closely into the reporting around the recent published study from WHO’s cancer agency (IARC) regarding links between cancer and the consumption of red and processed meat. Adam applies logic to break down the science of Gremlins. Finally, Cristina takes on another controversial post on Gwyneth Paltrow’s lifestyle blog Goop suggesting wearing a bra causes cancer.
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Show Notes
WHO Processed Meat Cancer Claim
The Science of Gremlins
Real animals that function like the Mogwai from Gremlins [closed]
Do Bras Cause Cancer?
Buzzfeed: Here’s What Doctors Say About The Theory That Bras Cause Breast Cancer
Breastcancer.org: Dr, Marisa Weiss
Goop: Could There Possibly Be a Link Between Underwire Bras and Breast Cancer??
Dr. Jen Gunter: Hey Gwyneth Paltrow, a GYN says stop scaring women about bras and breast cancer
That first segment reminded me of this fun song by Joe Jackson (“Everything Gives You Cancer”).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WsQyru5ACmA
Awesome. Haven’t thought about that song in a long time.
Another great episode. I am really enjoying aDam’s ridiculous stories followed by scientific explanations.
I second that!
-cristina