David Zaruk: Corrupt science and activist zealots | Tom Nelson Pod #213

David Zaruk, as The Risk-Monger, challenges confirmation bias. Fighting activist zealots. Fighting for farmers. Fighting cardiovascular disease and arthritis. 00:00 Introduction to David Zarek’s Perspectives 00:22 Unveiling the La Jolla Playbook: The Strategy of Tobacconizing Industries 03:15 The Evolution of Activist Science and Legal Strategies 07:41 The Role of Foundations in Shaping Public Opinion and Policy 09:20 The Intricacies of Foundation Capitalism and Its Impact 11:49 Exploring the Complex Web of Lawsuits, Foundations, and Media Influence 15:03 The Shift in Journalism: From Traditional Media to Foundation-Funded News 25:27 The New Philanthropy: Tech Billionaires and Their Foundations 31:45 The Influence of Crypto Wealth on Political Campaigns 32:30 The Controversial Impact of Funded Films on Public Opinion 33:19 Unveiling the Hidden Funders Behind Influential Media 34:30 The Complex Web of Academic and Media Funding 35:31 Exploring the Power of Legal Funding in Shaping Public Policy 36:15 The Role of New Media in Breaking Through the Noise 37:29 The Potential of Tort Law to Address Public Harm 37:59 Debunking Myths Around Organic Farming and Pesticides 40:40 Challenging the Climate Change Narrative and Seeking Solutions 48:57 The Global Influence of ESG and Woke Culture 52:25 Concluding Thoughts on the Future of Policy and Public Awareness YouTube: @therisk-mongertv5230 ========= AI summaries of all of my podcasts: About Tom Nelson: YouTube: Twitter: Substack: About Tom: