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Gastropod · Apr 7, 2026
Protein, Pyramids, and Politics: The Forgotten Stories and Controversial Science Behind Government Dietary Advice
“Implemented nutrition labeling requirements in 1973 and enforces dietary guideline compliance in food labeling”
History of U.S. dietary guidelines and RDAsWilbur Atwater and early nutrition science methodologyVitamin discovery and nutritional deficiency diseases
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Freakonomics Radio · Feb 20, 2026
664. Are Thousands of Medical Cures Hiding in Plain Sight?
“Regulatory body discussed throughout for approval processes, emergency IND applications, and policy on drug repurposing”
Drug Repurposing EconomicsAdvanced Market CommitmentsFDA Regulatory Pathways
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The Riley Gaines Show · Jan 30, 2026
The War on Health: Why MAHA is Changing Everything | The Riley Gaines Show
“Federal agency where expert panel on testosterone in men was organized to address falling fertility and testosterone rates”
Dietary Guidelines Reform and Food Pyramid RestructuringVaccine Schedule Changes and Parental Medical AutonomyGender Dysphoria Treatment Protocols in Minors
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Short Wave · Dec 31, 2025
Science In 2025 Took A Hit. What Does It Mean?
“Federal health agency cited by administration as needing institutional reform and 'shaking up'”
Federal science funding cuts and budget disruptionsNIH grant cancellations and research terminationDEI-related research funding elimination
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The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe · Dec 27, 2025
The Skeptics Guide #1068 - Dec 27 2025
“Commissioner appointment reflects anti-science orientation; regulatory capture concerns raised”
US Scientific Research Defunding and Brain DrainUSAID Elimination and Global Health Mortality EstimatesTerminal Illness Prognostication and Advance Directives
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