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Podcast: Physical Activity Researcher
Episode: Economic Growth at the Cost of Well-being – Dr. Rob Noonan (Pt1)
Description: "Our obsession with economic growth might be making us sicker—what can we do about it?"
In this powerful first episode, Dr. Olli Tikkanen sits down with Dr. Rob Noonan, an expert in health and education, to explore the critical link between capitalism and public health. Dr. Noonan explains how our relentless focus on economic growth has led to widespread public health issues like obesity, mental health struggles, and increasing health inequalities. As more people consume ultra-processed foods, work longer hours, and face social deprivation, society's overall well-being is declining—and it's time to rethink our approach.
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