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Can We Trust the FDA? Marty Makary on Science, Power & Patients

Healthcare
United States
Started January 16, 2026

(0:00) Friedberg intros FDA Commissioner Marty Makary (3:21) Inside the 42 major FDA reforms in 10 months (7:51) The China Race: Winning back biotech leadership (13:14) Accelerating drug approvals safely, how to cut down on clinical trial timelines (33:13) Reshaping the failed Food Pyramid (41:29) GLP-1s and America's Obesity Epidemic (49:54) Rethinking vaccines from first principles (59:40) Lowering drug prices, the power of AI for healthcare (1:18:57) What causes autism? Follow Marty Makary...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 16, 2026
The debate over the FDA's role in drug approval highlights the need for a balanced approach that prioritizes both innovation and patient safety.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 16, 2026
The FDA's recent reforms demonstrate a commitment to faster drug approvals, which can significantly benefit patients in need of timely treatments.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 16, 2026
Accelerating drug approvals may compromise safety standards, leading to potential risks for patients that outweigh the benefits of faster access.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 16, 2026
While AI has potential in healthcare, its application in lowering drug prices must be approached cautiously to avoid unintended consequences.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 16, 2026
Rethinking the Food Pyramid is crucial to combat America's obesity epidemic, as outdated guidelines fail to address current dietary challenges.
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