Episode #2476
Shanna H. Swan
Books mentioned
Count Down
Mentioned by Joe Rogan (host) · at 00:02:02 · ▶︎ Watch this moment on YouTube (approximate)
Joe recalls being shocked when he first read about Swan's book (Count Down, named in the episode description).
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Epidemiologist Shanna Swan returns to discuss endocrine-disrupting chemicals, microplastics and the documentary "The Plastic Detox".
What they talked about
- Microplastics and endocrine disruptors threatening human survival
- Action Science Initiative for public awareness
- Sources of chemical exposure: coffee cups, cookware, clothing
- Declining fertility rates and population collapse
- Regulatory failures and fossil fuel industry influence
- Practical steps to reduce exposure: silicone bags, wood cutting boards
- Health risks from PFAS, phthalates, and fragrances
- Plastic Detox documentary on Netflix
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