Topic: Stem Cell Research

A study from Cambridge, funded by Cancer Research UK, found that alcohol breaks down into acetaldehyde, a toxin that can permanently damage the DNA of stem cells. This damage increases the risk of developing seven types of cancer, including breast and bowel cancer. The research used mice to demonstrate how the body's natural repair enzymes can be overwhelmed by binge drinking.

During a press conference, President Obama stated that scientific consensus should not be the sole factor in determining policy, specifically in the context of stem cell research. The hosts suggest this admission could be used to challenge the administration's stance on climate change. They argue that if consensus is not enough for one scientific issue, it should not be the definitive authority for others.