Dr. Soon-Shiong: Cancer Vaccines, Healthcare, and the LA Times #268
Think and Act Locally · David Campbell
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Show Notes
The provided audio excerpts feature Dr. Drew interviewing Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, owner of the LA Times. The conversation covers Soon-Shiong’s multifaceted career as a physician, scientist, and media proprietor. They examine his work on cancer treatments, particularly related to Lynch syndrome and activating natural killer cells. The discussion shifts to Soon-Shiong’s acquisition of the LA Times and his vision for its future, including a new platform for increased audience engagement and investigative journalism, especially regarding local government accountability. The conversation touches on controversial topics such as vaccine safety, COVID-19 origins, and the need for greater competence in political leadership and concerns about how both the City of Los Angeles and the State of California are governed.