Debunking the junk science behind health fads, wellness scams and nonsensical nutrition advice.
A viral documentary says a "whole foods plant-based diet" will prevent heart disease and cure cancer. But once we look... more
Aubrey tells Mike about the diet that took over New York City (and its bathrooms).Support us:Hear bonus episodes on PatreonDonate... more
Last month the American Academy of Pediatrics released a new set of guidelines for "childhood obesity." We have some comments.... more
History should make you feel weird and so, apparently, should diet books. Support us:Hear bonus episodes on PatreonDonate on PayPalGet... more
This week, we're talking about Aubrey's new book, "'You Just Need To Lose Weight' and 19 Other Myths About Fat... more
Charging disabled people more for health care is illegal. But what about ... charging non-disabled people less?Support us:Hear bonus episodes... more
In the 1990s, the Food Pyramid was one of the most recognizable symbols in nutrition education. But where did it... more
Mike and Aubrey introduce Mike's new show, If Books Could Kill! Find it on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher, Google and wherever... more
“Herpes is basically living the dream” — Aubrey Gordon.Support us: Subscribe on PatreonDonate on PayPalGet Maintenance Phase shirts, stickers and more... more
Pennsylvania listeners check your registration here!Mike and Aubrey break down the policies and promises of Dr. Oz's Senate campaign in... more
Health claims about apple cider vinegar are everywhere. But are they true? This week, we hop into the wayback machine... more
How an early-'90s newsmagazine show convinced a generation of Americans to start drinking red wine. For the antioxidants! Special thanks... more
Do we even need to write a description? It's the Goopisode! Support us:Hear bonus episodes on PatreonDonate on PayPalGet Maintenance Phase... more
This week's episode is running late so here's something to tide you over! Last year, we did an episode on... more
In 1982 a murder captured America's imagination. Forty years later, two podcasts joined forces to talk about it. Hear more... more
A dieting book or a how-to guide for an eating disorder? Pourquoi pas les deux ?Support us:Hear bonus episodes on... more
"Celebrity chef Pete Evans has activated his last almond with the Seven Network."Support us:Hear bonus episodes on PatreonDonate on PayPalGet... more
How a beloved TV chef became one of Australia's most polarizing public figures. Support us:Hear bonus episodes on PatreonDonate on PayPalGet... more
In 1998, a researcher rolled out an innovative approach to education. And in 2015, Methodology Twitter had a big fight... more
This year, the UK implemented a law requiring chain restaurants to list calorie counts on their menus. Where did these... more
A dieting book or a how-to guide for an eating disorder? Pourquoi pas les deux ?Support us:Hear bonus episodes on PatreonDonate on... more