Johann Hari started taking Ozempic, the new weight loss drug, in early 2023. But he was torn: he loved being slimmer but was concerned about the long term side-effects. He spent the last year travelling the world, speaking to experts and writing his fascinating new book Magic Pill - The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks Of The New Weight Loss Drugs. He joined me on this week’s pod to discuss the drugs, his lifelong weight issues and the mental impact of our obsession with the way we look.

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