Steven Bartlett Under Fire for Health Misinformation

Steven Bartlett, host of the 'Diary of a CEO' podcast, is under scrutiny for disseminating potentially dangerous health misinformation in his episodes, as revealed by a BBC investigation. This probe, involving medical experts, found that 15 out of 23 health-related episodes featured unfounded claims, such as cancer being treatable with a keto diet and anti-vaccine conspiracies. Health professionals have criticized the podcast for failing to challenge these assertions, resulting in a possible distrust of conventional medicine. Bartlett's production company, Flight Studio, maintains that the podcast allows 'freedom of expression' and is 'thoroughly researched,' despite the controversy. Experts like Dr. David Grimes and Heidi Larson have warned that such misinformation could lead to severe health outcomes by diverting patients from evidence-based treatments. The podcast's shift in focus towards health topics has coincided with a surge in popularity, further amplifying these misleading claims.