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Aug 5
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The FDA Boss on the Agency’s MAHA Makeov...

The Wall Street Journal & Spotify Studios
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Dr. Marty Makary has criticized the Food and Drug Administration for being "captured" by Big Food and Big Pharma. Now, the surgeon and former professor is in charge. In an interview with host Jessica Mendoza, the new FDA head talks about food dyes, AI, vaccines and the big changes he has in store for an agency that regulates one-fifth of consumer spending. ... Show More
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