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Conspirituality
204: What the Hell is RFK Jr Doing?
May 2, 2024
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr and tech oligarch Nicole Shanahan discuss RFK Jr's anti-vaccine stance, VP aspirations, and doubts about polio. They explore his polling, rhetoric, and charisma, as well as controversies surrounding a Super Bowl ad and political impact. The podcast also delves into the misuse of the 'culture war' term, student protests, live virus vaccines, and RFK Jr's enigmatic spirituality.
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- Robert F Kennedy, Jr.'s VP pick, Nicole Shanahan, aligns with anti-vax sentiments and raises concerns about broader implications of her beliefs.
- RFK Jr.'s campaign impacts the election by challenging traditional party dynamics, drawing 7.7% of votes and creating a complex political environment.
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Kennedy's VP pick and her controversial views on IVF and vaccines
Kennedy's VP pick, Nicole Shanahan, a lawyer and former wife of Google co-founder Sergey Brin, has controversial views on IVF and vaccines. Shanahan opposes IVF, stating it overlooks women's health and environmental factors impacting fertility. She is vocal about her concerns regarding autism and attributes her daughter's condition to environmental toxins. Shanahan's stance on vaccines and other health issues aligns with anti-vax sentiments, drawing attention to the broader implications of her beliefs.
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