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The doctor who says to eat your ice cream (w/ Zeke Emanuel)

October 12, 2026 · 45 min

How long do you want to live? 75 years? 90? Over 100?! In this episode, oncologist and bioethicist Zeke Emanuel joins Chris to discuss why he’s suspicious about medical establishments and their push to treat illness and disease rather than teaching patients how to be healthy. They also talk about the beauty of spontaneous conversations with strangers. Finally Zeke shares the three foods you need to cut from your diet immediately… and why ice-cream is not on that list!


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