Or more likely an internet mob harassing the guy. Keeping his identity secret is a good move (although, why talk to a journalist because that signals you’re looking for publicity in some manner) but his decision to eat raw chicken is less wise (this is not Japan).

Even in Japan, it's discouraged by the food safety authorities. It's just not a great idea in any context; guaranteeing it salmonella free is a very tall order, and salmonella isn't even the only relevant pathogen.

But also, er, "poisoning yourself" seems like an unlikely trigger for an internet mob going after you?

> although, why talk to a journalist because that signals you’re looking for publicity in some manner

He's documenting it on Instagram, so yes, looking for publicity is part of this.