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Gay Frogs: A Deep Dive
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A long video essay on the claim that chemicals such as atrazine are feminizing frogs. It covers the science, the EPA and the role of chemical companies.
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Cited as support for the claim that chemicals affect amphibian sex and as an example of corporate influence over regulation.
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From the Hacker News discussion
As ridiculous as it is, this one is very likely true. For a thorough review, see ”Gay Frogs: A Deep Dive” by Oki’s Weird Stories: [VIDEO]
Read original comment ↗It's even worse: the chemical companies also get to dictate what science is allowed to be considered. [VIDEO] (this whole video is a gem, but ~13:30 is the relevant bit)
Read original comment ↗The frog one isn't far from the truth: [VIDEO] If you spout out every random conspiracy theory you know, some of the things you say will be true.
Read original comment ↗Another example of what is possibly blatant regulatory capture over toxic chemicals in american water supplies: [VIDEO]
Read original comment ↗It seems to me that the EPA has been totally captured by corporate interests. It's hard to listen to stories about decisions they've made, for example approving Atrazine[0] despite the protests of the scientific advisors, and have any confidence that they'll actually make a meaningful impact. [0] [VIDEO]
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