About this podcast

Join Lex Fridman for a deep dive with John Abramson, Harvard Medical School faculty and an experienced family physician. Dr. Abramson, author of the powerful new book 'Sickening,' critically examines how Big Pharma has profoundly impacted American healthcare, offering solutions for systemic change. This compelling discussion explores the pharmaceutical industry's influence, tackling crucial topics like advertising, corruption within the healthcare system, vaccine data, profits, and the roles of the FDA and NIH. Gain valuable insights into the challenges facing modern medicine, the impact on doctors, and paths towards a healthier future. A must-listen for anyone interested in understanding and reforming healthcare.