About this episode
<p>Johann Hari is a prolific author, deep thinker, and seasoned guest of The Imperfects.</p> <p>In this episode, Johann takes the guys on a deep dive into the Western food system, and how processed food has completely derailed our nutritional wisdom.</p> <p>Our relationship with food is a very personal one, and Johann and Josh get vulnerable about how they have used food to manage emotions. They discuss how vanity comes into play, the plethora of risks and benefits to the new weight-loss drug like Ozempic, and if their introduction of could derail any notion of self-acceptance.</p> <p>This episode does discuss eating disorders and suicidal ideation so tread carefully, and only listen to this episode when you’re ready.</p> <p>Johann, it is always a pleasure. This is a big and tricky conversation, and we thank you for having it with us.</p> <p>To watch the full episode on YouTube, follow this link - <a href="https://youtu.be/2rcWI8zSOvE">https://youtu.be/2rcWI8zSOvE</a> </p> <p>🎧 Things to listen to:</p> <ul> <li>Johann Hari - The Importance of Connection - <a href="https://apple.co/4fE5V8n">https://apple.co/4fE5V8n</a></li> <li>Johann Hari - Why You Can’t Pay Attention - <a href="https://apple.co/4flaoMG">https://apple.co/4flaoMG</a></li> <li>Johann Hari (P1 1) - How Can We Change? - <a href="https://apple.co/40liAIJ">https://apple.co/40liAIJ</a></li> <li>Johann Hari (Pt 2) - Why Do We Do What We Do? - <a href="https://apple.co/3UokTH2">https://apple.co/3UokTH2</a></li> </ul> <p>📖 Things to read:</p> <ul> <li>The Magic Pill by Johann Hari - <a href="https://bit.ly/3NHoyw1">https://bit.ly/3NHoyw1</a></li> <li>Johann’s other books - <a href="https://johannhari.com/"></a><a href="https://johannhari.com">https://johannhari.com</a></li> </ul> <p>💻Things to look into:</p> <ul> <li>Prof. Tracey Mann research into dieting - <a href="https://bit.ly/4eKbDEB">https://bit.ly/4eKbDEB</a></li> <li>Bee Wilson’s research into baby food - <a href="https://bit.ly/3ZtpklZ">https://bit.ly/3ZtpklZ</a></li> <li>Dr. Paul Kenny research into the obesity - <a href="https://bit.ly/3ZbtZsm">https://bit.ly/3ZbtZsm</a></li> </ul> <p>The Imperfects is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you’re struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14.</p> <p> </p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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