Debunking Economics - the podcast Are we ready for the next pandemic?
May 28, 2025
Discussing the unsettling reality of future pandemics, experts predict another outbreak could happen in the next five to eight years. They highlight governmental spending failures and the need for better understanding of economic systems to bolster preparedness. With humor and critical insight, they examine the evolving threat of viruses and the lasting impacts of COVID-19. The conversation also touches on the financial struggles of the NHS and advocates for innovative healthcare solutions to ensure a robust response to looming health crises.
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Next Pandemic Might Be Deadlier
- We were unprepared for COVID despite warnings; next pandemic may not prompt lockdowns due to public skepticism.
- Anti-vaxxer leadership increases risk of higher death rates next time.
Global Mask Preparedness Saves Lives
- Distribute effective HEPA filter masks globally to prevent airborne transmission.
- Spending about $100 billion on masks for everyone is affordable and could prevent future lockdowns.
Deadly Viruses Are Imminent
- Some viruses like bird flu have up to a 50% fatality rate when transmitted animal-to-animal.
- A highly deadly and transmissible virus could cause a pandemic far worse than COVID.
