Steve Jobs, Climate Change, and Beef: Insights from Chris MacAskill | The Proof Podcast EP #276

How does an earth scientist embark on a career journey that traverses the fossil fuel industry, Silicon Valley alongside Steve Jobs, and a mission to revolutionise our approach to food?

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Chris MacAskill has worn many hats throughout his career, overcoming extreme hardship to get to where he is today. In Episode #276, Chris takes us on a journey through some key points in his remarkable life, drawing focus to the foundations of science and nutrition that underpin his worldview. This episode challenges conventional thinking and is an inspiration to more carefully consider the choices we make every day, both for our health and the planet.

We discuss:
00:00 - Introduction
03:00 - Insights into Chris MacAskill's Background
06:50 - The Studies of Ancel Keys
13:50 - Chris MacAskill's Childhood
33:17 - Life-Altering Experiences of an Earth Scientist
40:26 - Climate Change in the 1980s
44:05 - Fuel Companies: Lobbying and Financing
46:58 - Obesity, Public Healthcare, and Public Interest
51:06 - A Deep Dive into Various Diets with Chris MacAskill
1:05:19 - Diets Preferred by Brain Scientists
1:09:10 - Understanding the Impact of Food on the Environment
1:15:30 - The Health Implications of Beef Consumption
1:19:40 - An Introduction to Cellular Agriculture
1:24:55 - National Geographic Documentary Films & General Magic
1:36:36 - Working Alongside Steve Jobs
1:48:54 - The Legacy of General Magic
2:01:53 - The Computer History Museum
2:02:58 - Misfits
2:08:35 - Transforming Weaknesses into Superpowers
2:14:51 - How to Choose the Right Nutrition Expert to Listen to?
2:23:00 - The Future of Plant Chompers
2:29:06 - Outro

Chris MacAskill's dedication to quality over quantity sets him apart in a world of rapid content consumption. He truly has had an incredible career and continues to dedicate himself to meaningful change. Chris is a huge inspiration to me personally, and I hope you find this conversation valuable.

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Enjoy, friends.

Simon

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[PlantChompers]

I swear, Simon must have slipped something in the tea he offered me to get me to open up like I did. The man is a master interviewer. 💪

[byggerEttSlott]

The more i learn about Chris the more impressed i get. What a legend human being

[XandVenturas]

Honestly, the two content creators whose content I look forward to every time. Nuance, evidence, honesty.

[joanowens]

I love and respect Chris MacAskill and The Plant Chompers!!!! Thank you so much for interviewing him.

[lynnritchie]

Plant Chompers is one of the few channels I truly trust. Very underrated.

[e.g]

I respect Plantchomper's channels for his detail and research I use his channel to teach my homeschool family with his info ( our nutrition curriculum and his videos are family-oriented ) and book reference!

After watching this podcast, I love ❤Plantchomper and my respect is out the roof! I too had an interesting life in the beginning and there is no way to get around the shame and embarrassment. But to see the determination and values listening to this man's stories puts him up to so many notches in my book…. I know from experience we can change our outcome.
Thank you again for what you do and I am a new fan of this channel too due to Plantchomper.

[peterkempf]

What a heartbreaking yet heartwarming story Chris. Just know that people aren’t judging you they are admiring you. I can’t help but wonder if you’re story will reach someone that is struggling with low self esteem or depression and your candid interview is the catalyst that helps them on their journey. You two are among the brightest people on social media, well done!

[samanthab]

My two favorite content producers!!! Simon you are such a great interviewer and Chris makes such interesting videos. He always leaving me wanting more. While i know Chris worries at times about videos being too long, I was so excited to see him in your long form podcast.

[meatflake]

Huge fan of Plant Chompers. So cool to see Chris on the Proof.

[DannaQuintana]

I never thought I would sit through a two-hour + conversation between two people I do not know but this was an absolute delight as the brilliance of both of these men just shines through. I've always said that I love to listen to smart people talk and this is the perfect example. Thank you!

[karwask]

Wow, what a treat to have the two of you together. And, so wonderful to have all of this insight about Chris. thank you, thank you, thank you Simon!

[michelelandry]

The may be my favorite episode ever and I've heard them all. What an amazing man. I teared up so many times. Thanks to him and you, Simon, for all you do,

[JWREnvironment]

I am grateful to Chris MacAskill for creating extremely insightful and in-depth videos related to nutrition. He is an inspiring and generous person to bring so much well-researched content to the public. In the same way, I really appreciate Mr. Hill for presenting this and many other videos which illuminate how eating well can support our health and well-being. Bravo to both Chris and Simon!

[stacyurban]

This channel needs a million subscribers!

[ryanhawkermoto]

Thanks for the interview with Chris. My absolute favourite YouTuber.

[Cusnpbzn]

Please write a book! This story deserves to be told. So many great stories and history. Chris is an awesome human being.

[alfilho]

When I found Chris’ channel some months ago I binged on all his videos. They are great.

[cassandrabennett]

Such an amazing life story and a wonderful example of triumph over adversity. It was lovely to listen to you both, thank you

[bekind]

A phenomenal interview. I have been a subscriber of Plant Chompers from his early days and love the effort Chris puts into his videos. This interview delving into Chris' painful past just makes me admire him even more.

[Kvothe]

What a moving start to the interview. The only time we can show real courage is when we are uncomfortable and it seems to me Chris was very courageous in this interview.

And of course Simon is an excellent interviewer.