# Childhood Obesity on The No Agenda Show

Childhood Obesity comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2009 to December 2023.

- **Chapters:** 10
- **Episodes:** 10
- **Discussed:** May 2009 – December 2023
- **Related topics:** [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Labor Day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-day.md), [Michelle Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-obama.md), [National Preparedness Month](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-preparedness-month.md), [Ovarian Cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ovarian-cancer.md), [Alcohol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alcohol.md), [American Academy Of Pediatrics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-academy-of-pediatrics.md), [Bill Clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [Birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md), [Boy Scouts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boy-scouts.md)

## Chapters 1–10 of 10

### Childhood Obesity Guidelines and Medicaid Funding

- **Episode:** [1616: Buying Quiet](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1616-buying-quiet.md)
- **Published:** 2023-12-17
- **Time:** 1:43:29–1:48:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1616-buying-quiet/chapter/childhood-obesity-guidelines-and-medicaid-funding.md

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force are debating aggressive interventions for childhood obesity, including counseling for children as young as six. There is a significant push to have weight loss drugs and surgeries covered by Medicaid for low-income and minority communities.

Keywords: [childhood obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childhood-obesity.md), [dr. celine gounder](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dr-celine-gounder.md), [medicaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/medicaid.md), weight loss surgery, aap

### Why You Eat What You Eat, Sensory Cues, and Obesity

- **Episode:** [1007: Tactical Frustration](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1007-tactical-frustration.md)
- **Published:** 2018-02-11
- **Time:** 1:25:06–1:35:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1007-tactical-frustration/chapter/why-you-eat-what-you-eat-sensory-cues-and-obesity.md

Author Rebecca Hertz discusses her book "Why You Eat What You Eat," explaining how non-food odors like crayons can deter cravings while vanilla increases appetite. She notes that loud music in restaurants or engine noise on airplanes dampens the perception of sweet and salty tastes. The segment also references a study suggesting a high correlation between childhood sexual abuse and adult obesity as a subconscious defense mechanism.

Keywords: rebecca hertz, [sensory perception](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sensory-perception.md), [obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obesity.md), loud noise, airplane food, [childhood trauma](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childhood-trauma.md)

### National Health Awareness Months and Pediatric Alcohol Warnings

- **Episode:** [753: Office of Suck It Up](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/753-office-of-suck-it-up.md)
- **Published:** 2015-09-03
- **Time:** 5:20–7:59
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/753-office-of-suck-it-up/chapter/national-health-awareness-months-and-pediatric-alcohol-warnings.md

September serves as the designated month for various health awareness campaigns, including alcohol and drug addiction recovery, childhood cancer, and prostate cancer. The American Academy of Pediatrics issued new guidance suggesting parents discuss alcohol dangers with children as young as nine.

Keywords: [american academy of pediatrics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/american-academy-of-pediatrics.md), [alcohol](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alcohol.md), [childhood obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childhood-obesity.md), [prostate cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/prostate-cancer.md), preparedness month

### National Awareness Months, Prepper Month, Ham Radio

- **Episode:** [648: Centrifuge Him!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/648-centrifuge-him.md)
- **Published:** 2014-08-31
- **Time:** 1:28:29–1:31:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/648-centrifuge-him/chapter/national-awareness-months-prepper-month-ham-radio.md

The hosts review various presidential proclamations for September, including National Wilderness Month, Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, and National Preparedness Month. They joke about the conflicting "awareness" campaigns and encourage listeners to get their ham radio licenses as part of being prepared for emergencies.

Keywords: [labor day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-day.md), [childhood obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childhood-obesity.md), [ovarian cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ovarian-cancer.md), [national preparedness month](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-preparedness-month.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [boy scouts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boy-scouts.md)

### Clinton Global Initiative and Obamacare Outreach

- **Episode:** [552: Almost Certain = Fact!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/552-almost-certain-fact.md)
- **Published:** 2013-09-29
- **Time:** 2:30:09–2:37:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/552-almost-certain-fact/chapter/clinton-global-initiative-and-obamacare-outreach.md

Bill Clinton and Barack Obama appeared together at the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) to discuss healthcare and international aid. The hosts mock the "cheesy" production music and the awkward segues between topics like childhood obesity and Obamacare. Clinton emphasizes the need for young, healthy people to sign up for insurance pools to keep costs low for those with pre-existing conditions.

Keywords: [bill clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-clinton.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [clinton global initiative](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-global-initiative.md), [obamacare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obamacare.md), [childhood obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childhood-obesity.md)

### Presidential Proclamations, September Awareness Months, Preparedness

- **Episode:** [544: Arab Winter](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/544-arab-winter.md)
- **Published:** 2013-09-01
- **Time:** 56:22–59:37
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/544-arab-winter/chapter/presidential-proclamations-september-awareness-months-preparedness.md

President Obama issued several proclamations for September 2013, designating it as National Preparedness Month, National Wilderness Month, and awareness months for various cancers and childhood obesity. The hosts mock the inclusion of "shootings" and "cyber incidents" in the preparedness rhetoric. Adam Curry also notes his upcoming 49th birthday on September 3rd.

Keywords: [labor day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-day.md), [ovarian cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ovarian-cancer.md), [childhood obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childhood-obesity.md), [national preparedness month](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-preparedness-month.md), [birthday](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthday.md)

### Michelle Obama, Let's Move Campaign, Bullying

- **Episode:** [329: Two Batteries One Cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup.md)
- **Published:** 2011-08-11
- **Time:** 2:14:15–2:17:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/michelle-obama-let-s-move-campaign-bullying.md

Critics argue that First Lady Michelle Obama's "Let's Move" campaign inadvertently targets and marginalizes children with "higher body weight." The segment suggests that the focus on eliminating childhood obesity provides a social license for bullying and psychological distress among children.

Keywords: [michelle obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-obama.md), [let's move](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/let-s-move.md), [childhood obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childhood-obesity.md), [bullying](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bullying.md), body weight

### Barack Obama Cheating Allegations, National Enquirer Report

- **Episode:** [196: Blow The Drill Baby](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/196-blow-the-drill-baby.md)
- **Published:** 2010-05-02
- **Time:** 31:24–35:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/196-blow-the-drill-baby/chapter/barack-obama-cheating-allegations-national-enquirer-report.md

The National Enquirer published a report alleging a cheating scandal involving Barack Obama and Vera Baker. The publication's history of accurate political reporting, such as the John Edwards case, is cited. Speculation suggests the CIA may be using the story as a warning to the administration, while Michelle Obama's public focus on childhood obesity is framed as a potential distraction.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), vera baker, [national enquirer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-enquirer.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [childhood obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childhood-obesity.md)

### Michelle Obama, Childhood Obesity Initiative

- **Episode:** [169: Shysters Show Up](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/169-shysters-show-up.md)
- **Published:** 2010-01-28
- **Time:** 15:31–18:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/169-shysters-show-up/chapter/michelle-obama-childhood-obesity-initiative.md

Michelle Obama's role in a new childhood obesity program is discussed in relation to her public appearance and demeanor during the President's speech. The hosts comment on her fashion choices and her reaction to the President's remarks during the event.

Keywords: [michelle obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michelle-obama.md), [childhood obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childhood-obesity.md), [fda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fda.md), peggy hamburger, [fashion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fashion.md)

### San Francisco Shoeshine, Oversized Children, Stroller Trends

- **Episode:** [97: Brain Damage](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/97-brain-damage.md)
- **Published:** 2009-05-14
- **Time:** 7:23–10:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/97-brain-damage/chapter/san-francisco-shoeshine-oversized-children-stroller-trends.md

An anecdote from a shoeshine stand at Second and Market in San Francisco highlights a trend of older, larger children being pushed in robust, all-terrain strollers. The shoeshine operator, a long-time resident originally from New Orleans, observed that children who are capable of walking are being coddled. The hosts agree that this trend toward "lazy kids" is visible in both the United States and the United Kingdom.

Keywords: [san francisco](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/san-francisco.md), shoeshine joe, strollers, [childhood obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childhood-obesity.md), parenting trends

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