In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Frank von Hippel to uncover the dark history of pesticides—from the Irish Potato Famine to modern-day endocrine disruptors. We explore how chemicals like DDT, glyphosate, and neonicotinoids are wreaking havoc on fertility, metabolism, and child development. Plus, practical tips to detox your home, avoid obesogenic chemicals, and protect your family. If you care about food, health, or the future of our planet, don’t miss this deep dive!
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0:00 – Coming Up
1:05 - The Potato Famine & Origins of Pesticides
4:58 - The Deadly Nightshade Family & Early Pesticide Resistance
7:29 - Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring & Environmental Warnings
12:45 - Endocrine Disruption: How Pesticides Mess With Hormones
14:56 - Fertility Crisis: Pesticides & Reproductive Health
17:38 - The Science Behind Hormone Disruption
20:10 - Male Fertility Decline & Sperm Count Collapse
22:13 - Estrogen Dominance & Women’s Health Risks
24:21 - Phytoestrogens in Food: Soy, Flax & Hidden Dangers
27:55 - How to Reduce Chemical Exposure at Home
30:16 - Toxic Homes: VOCs, Paint, & Building Materials
35:05 - The Chemical Age: From Warfare to Agriculture
40:29 - DDT: From Miracle Chemical to Banned Toxin
48:10 - Neonicotinoids: The New Pesticide Threat
49:55 - Glyphosate (Roundup) & Gut Microbiome Destruction
52:46 - Regulatory Failure: Who’s Really in Control?
57:26 - How to Fight Back: Clean Water, Food & Home Tips
1:11:40 - Integrated Pest Management: A Solution for the Future
1:19:40 - Obesity, Autism & Chemical Connections
1:25:08 - Italy vs. America: Why Traditional Diets Win
1:36:02 - Final Thoughts
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