GFN.TV Interviews #84 | MYTH MACHINE | How Flawed Science Fuels Nicotine Prohibition

March 23, 2026 by gfn.tv

GFN.TV Interviews #84 | MYTH MACHINE | How Flawed Science Fuels Nicotine Prohibition

Governments insist their nicotine policies are “evidence-based.” But a closer look reveals cherry-picked findings, flawed comparisons, and sensational claims that don’t withstand scrutiny. In this GFN interviews, independent tobacco scientist Dr. Ian Fearon explains how weak research and distorted interpretations shape global nicotine policy. From the misuse of correlation to media amplification of questionable studies, Fearon shows how flawed science fuels prohibitionist thinking—leaving smokers misinformed about safer alternatives that could reduce the harms of smoking.


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The FDA's nicotine regulation in the US is criticized for hindering safer nicotine products while a…


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14.10% of the adult population are current smokers. There are approximately 39.8 million current smokers in United States 17.10% of men are current smokers but only 11.10% of women.
SOURCE: GSTHR


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