Calling Out the BS, Including My Own - 1344
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Christina Applegate's MS diagnosis raises difficult questions about medical uncertainty, including a 2019 study that found about 18% of patients referred with an existing MS diagnosis had been misdiagnosed. Chalene Johnson explores Applegate's account on MeSsy with Jamie-Lynn Sigler, the headlines surrounding Selma Blair and why watching stars like Bruce Willis face health struggles feels so personal. Mel Robbins and Céline Dion spark another uncomfortable question: why is content tearing down successful women so hard to resist? First, Chalene puts her marriage double standards with Bret on trial, from wardrobe approval to dinner rules. Topics discussed: multiple sclerosis, pseudobulbar affect, ADHD, celebrity aging, misogyny, female friendship, Camp Be More. Join Chalene on Patreon, her private podcast for 50% off Your first month for the Month of October Use code CHALENE 👉 chalene.com/more
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