No Agenda Show 1796 - "Zeds"
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Sep 4, 2025 Tensions rise as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faces heavy questioning in a Senate hearing, sparking debates about public health and vaccine policies. Discussions on political turmoil reveal distrust in health departments and alarming forecasts of future viral threats. Rural hospitals struggle with COVID challenges, and confusion around vaccine eligibility is explored. A humorous take on AI spam and political media dynamics adds a light touch, while listeners are encouraged to value their engagement in this lively and insightful conversation.
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Media Timing Shapes The Narrative
- Hosts argue the Senate COVID hearing was scripted to defend mRNA vaccine interests and discredit RFK Jr.
- They show media segments timed to shape outrage and drown substantive policy discussion.
Pandemic Fear As Media Tool
- Michael Osterholm warns of a hypothetical 'big one' pandemic mixing high infectiousness with high lethality.
- Hosts treat the interview as coincidentally timed to influence public opinion about RFK Jr.
Follow Local Wastewater Alerts
- Public health updates relied on wastewater signals to claim a local COVID uptick and urged masking indoors.
- Officials recommended vaccination where available and protective measures for high-risk people.
