Are Podcast Hosts Spreading Health Misinformation? Plus 4 New Studies You Need to Know | Drew Harrisberg, Bsc

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In this episode, I sit down with Drew Harrisberg to break down four new studies covering selenium intake, plant vs. animal monounsaturated fats, workout recovery strategies, and resistance training techniques. But beyond the science, we also discuss a critical issue in health communication—the responsibility of podcast hosts when platforming health claims. Using recent episodes of Diary of a CEO featuring Dr. Mindy Pelz and Dr. Sarah Berry, we examine how misinformation spreads, why extreme views persist, and how listeners can differentiate science from pseudoscience. Introduction (00:00) Ross Walker: The Comedian Cardiologist (03:23)\ The Importance of CGM and Misleading Health Advice…