Dr. Oz

Maintenance Phase

02/16/21 • 55 min

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This week we're dissecting "America's Doctor." How did a smart, hardworking surgeon become one of TV's leading purveyors of junk science? Along the way we debunk green coffee bean extract, raspberry ketones, conversion therapy (!) and a salad dressing skincare regimen.
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02/16/21 • 55 min

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Maintenance Phase - Dr. Oz

Transcript Summary

In this episode titled 'Dr. Oz,' the controversial reputation of Dr. Mehmet Oz, a prominent TV personality and surgeon, is thoroughly examined. The podcast hosts, Aubrey and Michael, discuss his rise to fame, his own TV show, and his ability to captivate audiences with interesting surgical techniques. However, they delve into the criticisms and accusations of misinformation and deception surrounding Dr. Oz's health recommendations. They touch on instances where he promoted unproven treatments, made false weight loss claims, and spread questionable information about COVID-19. The hosts also dissect his inclusion of mediums and true crime on his website, his theatrical physical exam on Trump, and his controversial endorsement of products. Aubrey and Michael ponder the dichotomy between alternative and Western medicine, calling for systemic changes in the healthcare system and highlighting the need for substantiated information. Ultimately, this episode provides a thought-provoking exploration of Dr. Oz's practices and the impact of his influential platform.

Transcript

Aubrey: Hi, everybody. Welcome to Maintenance Phase, your favorite podcast about health and wellness myths and the human version of Oscar the Grouch, maybe.

Michael: [laughs] I think your favorite might be a little ambitious. I think we're a middling podcast.

Aubrey: Okay, podcast, sometimes. [laughs]

Michael: If there's lots of dishes, it's okay. It'll do.

Aubrey: We're the green b

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