Parenting in the Age of Misinformation
Misguided: The Podcast · Matthew Facciani, PhD
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Show Notes
Summary
In this episode of Misguided the Podcast, host Matthew Facciani interviews Kavin Senapathy, a science writer and author of The Progressive Parent. We discuss various types of misinformation in parenting, the complexities of trust in scientific organizations, and the need for a nuanced understanding of health and medicine. Kavin also addresses the societal pressures surrounding breastfeeding and advocates for a broader perspective on child well-being.
Kavin Senapathy’s new book: The Progressive Parent
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Keywords
science communication, parenting, misinformation, vaccines, trust, health, social justice, progressive values, child well-being, breastfeeding
Chapters
00:00 The Journey into Science Communication
05:11 The Progressive Parent: Themes and Insights
09:28 Misinformation in Parenting
13:48 Navigating Trust in Science and Vaccines
17:47 The Complexity of Health and Medicine
22:05 Final Thoughts on Parenting and Science
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