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Podcast: Things I Learned Last Night
Episode: Forever Chemicals - PFAS Chemicals Are Inside All of Humanity, Here’s Whose Fault It Is
Description: Become a Patron and Get Early Access to Ad-Free Episodes: https://www.patreon.com/tillnpodcastA new chemical compound discovered in the 1950s called per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, has quietly infiltrated nearly every corner of our lives. Marketed under the household name "Teflon," PFAS at first seemed like a miracle invention - resistant to heat, stains, water, and even insects. It was the perfect coating for cookware, waterproof clothing, food packaging, and more. But over time, disturbing health effects have come to light.Things I Learned Last Night is an educational comedy podcast...