HS 019: GMOs and Bullsh*t

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What's wrong with organic? It sounds natural and healthy. GMOs sound artificial and scary. This week, the crew explores GMOs and breaks down the science behind this controversial topic. Genetics is taught, studies are cited, and off topic bullsh*t is discussed as the feel-good organic industry is destroyed with science and critical thinking. What is a GMO? (Genetically Modified Organism) A crash course in genetics What is a gene? How do genes get passed from parent to offspring? Mendelian Genetics Artificial Selection The scientific consensus on GMOs Arguments for and against GMOs Naturalistic Fallacy Farmer Profit and Yields Mono-cultures Nutritional Comparison Golden Rice CRISPR Cas9: Precision Gene Editing How we can use CRISPR to wipe out malaria Get good googling skillz Why we shouldn't label GMOs High Fructose Corn Syrup Vs. "Natural" Sugar Lab rats, "rat park", and addiction Instant vs delayed gratification Politics Tobacco, vaping, and nicotine

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