Shame on the Media for Protecting Big Food, Pharma & Healthcare
February 18, 2026
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Episode 683 · February 18, 2026
Shame on the Media for Protecting Big Food, Pharma & Healthcare
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<p>Yes, headlines say U.S. life expectancy has rebounded. But here’s what they don’t tell you. The United States ranks 32 out of 38 developed nations in life expectancy according to OECD data.Thirty-second. Out of thirty-eight. That places America near the bottom of the developed world behind Turkey, Estonia, the Czech Republic, and the Slovak Republic. Only six developed nations rank lower.</p><p>At the same time:</p><p>• In 2024, the 10 largest pharmaceutical companies reported more than $100 billion in profits**</p><p>• The industry spent over $5 billion on television advertising</p><p>• Prescription drug commercials account for a significant share of evening news ads</p><p>• The U.S. healthcare system remains structured around treatment, not prevention</p><p>• Ultra-processed foods dominate the American diet</p><p>The United States spends more per capita on healthcare than any other developed nation.Yet we rank near the bottom in longevity. Americans deserve the complete story — not just the comfortable headline. Source: U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions</p><p>Thank you to our sponsor: Preserve Gold - text "ASK PHIL" to 50505 and go to <a href="https://DrPhilGold.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://DrPhilGold.com</a></p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>
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