My Problematic Past
My Problematic Past is a podcast about being a work in progress, hosted by Elise Glaser and Lucy Passmore.
Elise & Lucy have on guests to discuss questionable beliefs, communities, and movements they once believed in and have since left behind.
They dive into political movements, cults, conspiracy theories, and the messy process of changing your mind—all while maintaining the most grating vocal fry in the world.
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My Problematic Past
"I used to believe in pseudoscience" ft. Dr. Val
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On this episode of My Problematic Past, Lucy and Elise dive into the alternative medicine movement, discussing homeopathy, pseudoscience, EMF anxiety, red dye 40, and more.
Lucy’s childhood friend, Dr. Val, joins this episode to talk about attending Waldorf school and growing up surrounded by granola and fringe beliefs. Val went from believing in pseudoscience to becoming a Western medicine doctor, so listen to learn about her journey!
Also discussed: the racist history of Rudolf Steiner, the organic food movement, supplements, health fads, how to do your own research, growing up unvaccinated, acupuncture, and more. Listen to the full episode to hear Dr. Val’s hot take on Ozempic!
