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May 2024
50m 53s

The world after Ozempic

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Ozempic and other new weight loss drugs are being touted as potential miracle cures for diabetes and obesity. Journalist Johann Hari experimented with the drug and dropped 40 pounds. In his new book, Magic Pill, Hari discusses his experience with Ozempic and speaks to many of the leading scientists to better understand how the drug works. He joins Sean to talk about what he’s learned and the complicated trade-offs involved in the decision to take these drugs.


Host: Sean Illing (@seanilling), host, The Gray Area

Guest: Johann Hari (@johannhari101). His new book is Magic Pill.

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