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• Philosophy of Food: Discussing food restrictions, identity, and care with Dr Megan Dean Pt1

  Send us a textPhilosopher Megan Dean joins us to explore the complex ethics of food restrictions, from hospital feeding tubes to revealing how deeply our identity and relationships are intertwined with what and how we eat.In this episode we discussCase of mushroom attempted mushroom poisoning - Ask Polly: My In-Laws are careless about my deadly food allergy! Smuggled Doughnuts and Forbidden Fried Chicken: Addressing Tensions around Family and Food Restrictions in Hospitals by Megan A. Dean, Laura Guidry-GrimesThe Culinary Mind - Center for the Philosophy of FoodUndisciplinary - a podcast that talks across the boundaries of history, ethics, and the politics of health. Follow us on Twitter @undisciplinary_ or email questions for "mailbag episodes" [email protected]

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• Beyond the Scales: Obesity Ethics and Weight Stigma

  Send us a textChris and Jane kick off 2025 discussing their recent publication in the British Medical Bulletin titled "Obesity: Ethical Issues" and exploring how conversations about weight stigma have evolved in recent years.• Jane shares her experience appearing on ABC Radio National's "God Forbid" program where the topic shifted from "thinness and morality" to focusing entirely on obesity• Even as medical institutions acknowledge weight stigma is harmful, they continue to pathologize bodies outside narrow parameters• Public health messaging has evolved from fear-based "toxic fat" campaigns to more positive approaches focused on movement and wellbeing• Wonder drug narratives around Ozempic and other weight loss medications often ignore long-term risks including cardiac, gastrointestinal, and psychiatric impacts• Challenging the pathologization of diverse body types remains more difficult than addressing overt stigma• Chris teases an upcoming bioethics book project that will include interesting research tidbitsLet us know if you want us to discuss any particular topics - email us at [email protected] or find us on Bluesky @undisciplinary.bsky.socialUndisciplinary - a podcast that talks across the boundaries of history, ethics, and the politics of health. Follow us on Twitter @undisciplinary_ or email questions for "mailbag episodes" [email protected]

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• Summer Edition: Re-post of 2023 conversation with Patty Thille on Obesity, Weight Stigma and Big Pharma

  Send us a text**Below is AI generated**This episode discusses weight stigma as a systemic issue deeply rooted in healthcare practices, often leading to misdiagnosis and mistreatment of individuals based on their body size. Dr. Patty Thille highlights the dangers of medicalization and pharmaceuticalization - especially the popularity of drugs like Ozempic - in addressing obesity and encourages a more holistic approach to health that considers broader societal contexts. • Weight stigma as both a personal and systemic issue • The impact of bias in healthcare settings • Personal experiences leading to critical perspectives on healthcare • Medicalization redefines societal problems into medical concerns • Pharmaceuticalization shifts focus to drug interventions • Ethical implications of funding in medical guidelines • The need for a broader understanding of well-being and health • Encouraging holistic, weight-neutral approaches to healthcareUndisciplinary - a podcast that talks across the boundaries of history, ethics, and the politics of health. Follow us on Twitter @undisciplinary_ or email questions for "mailbag episodes" [email protected]

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• Summer Edition: Re-post of 2021 conversation with Bryan Mukandi on Race and Medical Power

  Send us a textUndisciplinary - a podcast that talks across the boundaries of history, ethics, and the politics of health. Follow us on Twitter @undisciplinary_ or email questions for "mailbag episodes" [email protected]

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• Good Take Bad Take Xmas Special: Keep your fingers out of other peoples' food!

  Send us a text**Below is AI generated**Ever found yourself secretly despising a beloved Christmas classic or questioning the charm of a holiday favorite as you share it with the next generation? Join us as we navigate the highs and lows of 2024, starting with a comedic dissection of Christmas music and films. We take a cheeky swipe at Paul McCartney's "Wonderful Christmas Time," while debating the timelessness of "Christmas in New York" and "Carol of the Bells." Our scrutiny doesn't stop there; "Love Actually" gets a modern reevaluation, showing the inevitable cracks that appear when viewed through today's lens. Meanwhile, "Home Alone" brings a nostalgic warmth, offering a chance to bond over slapstick humor with our kids.As we wrap up, we shine a spotlight on some of the year's most compelling reads and cultural gems. "The Sunbird" by Sarah Haddad emerges as a must-read, a novel so exquisitely written that every word resonates deeply. It's a self-published triumph that's capturing hearts and getting the recognition it deserves. This episode balances the light-hearted and the thoughtful, providing both a trip down memory lane and a glimpse into the year's standout stories. Join us for a conversation that is as varied as 2024 itself, filled with humor, heart, and a little bit of holiday sarcasm.Undisciplinary - a podcast that talks across the boundaries of history, ethics, and the politics of health. Follow us on Twitter @undisciplinary_ or email questions for "mailbag episodes" [email protected]

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