Conspirituality 286: RFK Jr’s Great Crusade
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Dec 4, 2025 The podcast explores RFK Jr.'s controversial role in public health and his connections to the anti-vaccine movement. They discuss recent changes at the CDC, including the appointment of a doctor known for promoting ivermectin. The hosts analyze how misinformation shapes public perception and delve into Kennedy's past, from environmental victories to conspiratorial health claims. They critique the implications of his rhetoric and the impact of litigation on vaccine policies, alongside a messy media scandal involving him.
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Quiet Staff Changes, Big Policy Shifts
- The CDC leadership was quietly reshaped with appointees aligned to anti-vax positions without public announcement.
- This stealth staffing signals institutional capture and rapid policy shifts away from established public-health practices.
Vaccine Fund Changes Could Shrink Supply
- Proposed NVICP changes aim to expand compensation categories and risk driving vaccine manufacturers from the market.
- Financial incentives and litigation can be weaponized to reduce vaccine availability under the guise of helping families.
Vaccine Finder Taken Offline Silently
- The vaccines.gov search tool was taken offline after a contract ended and responsibility blurred between CDC and HHS.
- Removing crucial access tools undermines vaccine access and public trust even without explicit policy rolls.
