Obesity #53

April 02, 2010

This episode was recorded when Science for the People was called Skeptically Speaking.

Researcher and writer Peter Janiszewski joins us to discuss the science of obesity, and the latest research on weight loss and human health. And on Speaking Up we talk with Carrie Iwan of Skepchick on Skepchicon.

Guests:

  • Peter Janiszewski
  • Carrie Iwan
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