New childhood obesity guidelines, Memphis officers charged in Tyre Nichols killing

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A portrait of Tyre Nichols is displayed at a memorial service for him on Jan. 17 in Memphis, Tenn. Nichols died three

Five Memphis police officers were charged with the second-degree murder of Tyre Nichols last week. We discuss what the incident tells us about policing, race, and what type of reforms could actually make a difference. We also talk with a doctor about new pediatric obesity treatment guidelines.

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Episode Credits

  • Lee Rayburn Host
  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Emilie Burditt Producer
  • Brian Lynch Guest

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