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Bonus Episode: The Scientist Who Refused to be Intimidated

Outspoken government scientists are increasingly hard to find in Washington.

This episode tells how one high-profile epidemiologist withstood political pressure and intimidation throughout his career in his quest to protect public health.

Fumed is a production of Public Health Watch, a nonprofit newsroom dedicated to investigating life-threatening public health inequities. Listen to the award-winning first season at fumedpodcast.com.

To support our independent journalism, visit: publichealthwatch.org/donate.