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Nov 2021
1h 25m

Is Being Fat Bad For You?

AUBREY GORDON & MICHAEL HOBBES
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For nearly four decades, Americans have heard a simple story about health, longevity and obesity. This week, we learn it's a little more complicated. Thanks to Katherine Flegal, Paul Campos, Jeff Hunger and Jason Salemi for helping us research and fact-check this episode! Support us: Hear bonus episodes on PatreonDonate on PayPalGet Maintenance Phase T-s ... Show More
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