Conspirituality 277: TikTokTylenol [feat Mallory DeMille]
Oct 2, 2025
Mallory DeMille, a commentator on wellness and social media misinformation, explores the sensational TikTok claim about a pregnant woman overdosing on Tylenol to 'own Trump.' She discusses how the story lacks proof and critiques wellness influencers who rapidly market dubious alternatives. Additionally, they unpack the dangers of homeopathy, analyze the push for questionable treatments like red light therapy, and delve into the cultural and political implications of this misinformation on motherhood. It's a fascinating dive into the intersection of wellness culture and social media hysteria.
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TikTok Virality Isn’t Proof
- Viral social media chatter does not equal evidence; many conservative commentators amplified a likely nontrend about pregnant women overdosing on Tylenol.
- Mallory DeMille found only a few clips and AI-generated content rather than widespread proof of the alleged trend.
Nicole Sirotech’s Viral Claim
- Nicole Sirotech posted a dramatic X thread claiming a pregnant woman overdosed on Tylenol and was dying on a ventilator.
- Major conservative influencers reused Nicole's post as the primary evidence without independent verification.
Source Credibility Matters
- Nicole previously lost her Nevada nursing license after advising followers to give children ivermectin and has promoted COVID-era conspiracies.
- Her nonprofit filings show limited transparency about funds, raising credibility concerns.