How encouraging to hear you talk.
In terms of publicity, I would think nothing could be better than having your work be controversial ! And it might be a challenge to draw attention to your work with all the competing works on this subject. But in terms of climate change deniers attacking your views? I'll pray that this happens to you lol! Good luck with your project.
Eight surgeries and depression... as you've probably noticed, men don't deal well with illness, so even on the teaser you've given here, I'm fascinated to know your story. You sound almost indestructible, which is inspiring. People LOVE authentic stories about overcoming the odds, so you probably have a huge audience waiting to hear yours. I'm only sorry that you actually had to experience these things. Good luck, Audrey!