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Battling DuPont over Toxic PFAS with guest Robert A. Bilott
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In this episode of the Smart Human Podcast, Dr. Aly Cohen interviews Robert Bilott, the environmental attorney known for his groundbreaking legal work against chemical companies. They delve into vital topics such as U.S. agriculture and food industry practices, the distinction between organic and conventional foods, and the importance of safe drinking water and cosmetic product ingredients. Robert shares his journey into environmental activism, starting in high school and influenced by early environmental literature. He stresses the power of individual actions and market shifts in driving environmental change, despite challenges from regulatory bodies and industry resistance. The discussion also touches on practical tips for personal health protection, the vision for a sustainable and healthy economy, and the positive trends in environmental health.
(00:00) Introduction
(00:50) Meet Robert Bilott
(02:43) Robert Bilott's Early Influences and Education
(08:16) The Birth of Environmental Activism
(15:39) Challenges in Environmental Regulation
(21:53) Bilott’s Impact and Public Empowerment
(35:18) Organic Food and Nutritional Value
(40:37) Challenges of Organic Farming
(41:23) Consumer Demand and Accessibility
(41:51) Organic vs. Conventional Produce
(42:25) EWG's Shopper's Guide
(43:25) The Clean 15 and Pesticide Risks
(44:15) Environmental and Public Health Goals
(45:13) Frozen Organic Food Benefits
(46:04) Practical Tips for Reducing Exposure
(47:45) The Power of Consumer Choices
(49:54) Tap Water Contaminants and Solutions
(51:23) PFAS Chemicals and Water Safety
(52:52) Legal and Regulatory Challenges
(01:00:22) Community Action and Legal Battles
(01:04:22) Empowering Individuals and Communities
(01:09:53) The Future of Environmental Health
(01:16:56) Concluding Thoughts and Inspirations
Rob is a partner in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky offices of the law firm, Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP, where he has practiced in the Environmental and Litigation Practice Groups for over 31 years. During that time, Rob has handled and led some of the most novel and complex cases in the country involving damage from exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (“PFAS”), including the first individual, class action, mass tort, and multi-district litigation proceedings involving PFAS, recovering over $1 billion for clients impacted by the chemicals. In 2017, Rob received the Right Livelihood Award, known as the “Alternative Nobel Prize,” for his decades of work on behalf of those injured by PFAS chemical contamination. Rob is the author of the book, “Exposure: Poisoned Water, Corporate Greed, and One Lawyer’s Twenty-Year Battle Against DuPont,” and his story is the inspiration for the 2019 motion picture, “Dark Waters,” starring Mark Ruffalo as Rob. Rob’s story and work is also featured in the documentary, “The Devil We Know.” Rob is a 1987 graduate of New College in Sarasota, Florida, and a 1990 graduate of the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. Rob also serves on the Boards of Less Cancer and Green Umbrella and is frequently invited to provide keynote lectures and talks at law schools, universities, colleges, communities and other organizations all over the world. Rob is a fellow in the Right Livelihood College, a Lecturer at the Yale School of Public Health, Department of Environmental Health Sciences, and an Honorary Professor at the National University of Cordoba in Argentina. Rob also has received Honorary Doctorate Degrees from both Ohio State University and New College.
#EnvironmentalJustice #DarkWaters #PFAS #DuPont #ChemicalExposure #ToxicChemicals #CleanWaterAct #Legal #PublicHealth #EcoActivism
(00:00) Introduction
(00:50) Meet Robert Bilott
(02:43) Robert Bilott's Early Influences and Education
(08:16) The Birth of Environmental Activism
(15:39) Challenges in Environmental Regulation
(21:53) Bilott’s Impact and Public Empowerment
(35:18) Organic Food and Nutritional Value
(40:37) Challenges of Organic Farming
(41:23) Consumer Demand and Accessibility
(41:51) Organic vs. Conventional Produce
(42:25) EWG's Shopper's Guide
(43:25) The Clean 15 and Pesticide Risks
(44:15) Environmental and Public Health Goals
(45:13) Frozen Organic Food Benefits
(46:04) Practical Tips for Reducing Exposure
(47:45) The Power of Consumer Choices
(49:54) Tap Water Contaminants and Solutions
(51:23) PFAS Chemicals and Water Safety
(52:52) Legal and Regulatory Challenges
(01:00:22) Community Action and Legal Battles
(01:04:22) Empowering Individuals and Communities
(01:09:53) The Future of Environmental Health
(01:16:56) Concluding Thoughts and Inspirations
Rob is a partner in the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky offices of the law firm, Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP, where he has practiced in the Environmental and Litigation Practice Groups for over 31 years. During that time, Rob has handled and led some of the most novel and complex cases in the country involving damage from exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (“PFAS”), including the first individual, class action, mass tort, and multi-district litigation proceedings involving PFAS, recovering over $1 billion for clients impacted by the chemicals. In 2017, Rob received the Right Livelihood Award, known as the “Alternative Nobel Prize,” for his decades of work on behalf of those injured by PFAS chemical contamination. Rob is the author of the book, “Exposure: Poisoned Water, Corporate Greed, and One Lawyer’s Twenty-Year Battle Against DuPont,” and his story is the inspiration for the 2019 motion picture, “Dark Waters,” starring Mark Ruffalo as Rob. Rob’s story and work is also featured in the documentary, “The Devil We Know.” Rob is a 1987 graduate of New College in Sarasota, Florida, and a 1990 graduate of the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. Rob also serves on the Boards of Less Cancer and Green Umbrella and is frequently invited to provide keynote lectures and talks at law schools, universities, colleges, communities and other organizations all over the world. Rob is a fellow in the Right Livelihood College, a Lecturer at the Yale School of Public Health, Department of Environmental Health Sciences, and an Honorary Professor at the National University of Cordoba in Argentina. Rob also has received Honorary Doctorate Degrees from both Ohio State University and New College.
#EnvironmentalJustice #DarkWaters #PFAS #DuPont #ChemicalExposure #ToxicChemicals #CleanWaterAct #Legal #PublicHealth #EcoActivism
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