

The WOKE TAKEOVER of Psychology & Medicine w/ Dr. Drew, Dr. Chloe Carmichael, Naomi Best
14 snips Jul 11, 2025
Dr. Chloe Carmichael, a clinical psychologist, delves into the mental health benefits of free speech, while Naomi Best reveals her whistleblowing experiences on sexuality education at Santa Clara University. Dr. Drew Pinsky emphasizes the ethical implications of 'woke' ideologies in therapy. The trio raises concerns about the censorship of dissenting opinions in psychology and the risks of indoctrination in mental health practices. They also discuss the impact of media manipulation on societal perceptions, especially during crises like COVID-19.
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Whistleblower on Sex Ed Abuse
- Naomi Best blew the whistle on inappropriate sexual content in her therapy program class.
- She faced repeated denials for accommodations and eventually dropped the class.
Promote Dialogue to Uncover Truth
- Challenge ideas compassionately through dialogue to clarify reality.
- Suppression of dissenting views undermines psychiatry and psychology's integrity.
Advocate for Free Speech
- Psychologists should encourage free speech to reduce repression and mental health harm.
- Conversation leads to deeper understanding and breaks groupthink barriers.