Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Launches Podcast Focused on Food and Celebrity Guests, Avoiding Vaccine Topics

Mon, 04 May 2026 19:29:00 +0200

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., currently serving as Secretary of Health and Human Services, recently launched a new podcast aimed at promoting 'radical transparency in government.' Despite initial expectations that the show would focus on chronic disease and controversial medical topics, the first two episodes largely center on discussions about food with celebrity guests. Reality-TV chef Robert Irvine appears in the premiere episode to discuss his efforts to improve military dining at Fort Hood, Texas, highlighting lower-sodium and fresh food options. Irvine emphasizes the role of education and smart budgeting in healthier eating but glosses over other barriers such as cost, access, and convenience. The second episode features former professional boxer Mike Tyson, who shares his experiences with growing up in food-insecure neighborhoods and the importance of mentorship for healthier lifestyles. While the podcast touches on issues like food deserts and processed foods, it provides little concr