440. Whistleblowing in Medical Research with Carl Elliott

In this episode of the unSILOed podcast, Greg LeBlanc interviews Carl Elliott, a professor of philosophy and bioethics, about his book, "The Occasional Human Sacrifice," which explores unethical medical experimentation and the challenges faced by whistleblowers. They discuss a specific case at the University of Minnesota involving a mentally ill man who died during an industry-funded antipsychotic study, as well as the broader issues of financial conflicts, the pursuit of status in academic medicine, and the dehumanization of patients. Elliott shares insights on the motivations and experiences of whistleblowers, the role of bioethics in addressing these issues, and the marketing tactics used by pharmaceutical companies. The conversation also touches on the American notion of authenticity and how it intersects with medicine and marketing.