We know smoking causes cancer. But the journey to that knowledge is way wilder than you think. In our last episode of Crash Course Scientific Thinking, we’ll explore what happens when scientific resea
This is a perfect example of how capitalistic ideals favor making money so much more than the lives of the consumers. Buy an addictive product that can kill you, but don’t worry, it’ll cost so much more money to get (possibly unhelpful) help for your illnesses!
Didn't the research into smoking happen at/around the same time as the research into the effects of asbestos? Seeing as they have similar effects (lung cancer), it would be really interesting to hear about the intersection of the two (if there was an intersection).
I want there to be stronger legislation regarding penalties for corporations and governmental agencies who have been found to deliberately lied/spread disinformation harmful to the public good.
How do I, as an ordinary Joe, know what actually is the scientific consensus? If I'm told in the media "scientists disagree about this!", how do I know if that is true, or if that disagreement is manufactured?
Comment for the algorithm. This needs a boost. Positive vibes from New Hampshire, remember to be kind to each other and yourself during these trying times.
this was an incredible series. please consider doing another on how we debunk false science: climate deniers, flat earthers, anti-vaxxers, tylenol skeptics, etc.
I think it's important to note that it's not just cigarette smoke that kills cilia. Marijuana smoke does the same thing. Fortunately, most people who smoke marijuana aren't inhaling the the equivalent of a pack a day.
THIS IS THE LAST EPISODE???? I'm so sad.... i feel like this could be at least double the episodes! thank you crash course for making this series anyway. it'll be a good starting point for anyone :)
The same situation with the tobacco industry and cancer currently exists within the oil industry and climate change.
We just haven't reached the end of that story yet, and it may have far more sweeping consequences than a financial settlement and some misleading propaganda...
I cannot stress enough how crucial complexly has been in nurturing scientific thinking in me for years now. I am so grateful to this community for keeping me motivated as I apply for PhD positions myself.
You used to be able to buy cigarettes, matches included, out of the hospital vending machine. Then go back to your desk and smoke them. Doctors and Nurses were known for chain smoking back then. It's nearly unimaginable now.
When companies are found to be guilty of these kinds of misinformation campaigns, all executives involved should be jailed, their companies should be dismantled, and all their wealth should be confiscated and redistributed for public health and welfare.
If you are intelligent, you change your mind based on the evidence of reality and never the other way around.
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I'm looking at you, big oil.
We just haven't reached the end of that story yet, and it may have far more sweeping consequences than a financial settlement and some misleading propaganda...