Some More News Even More News - RFK Jr's CDC Is Going To Kill Some Babies
Dec 9, 2025
The podcast dives into the controversial rollback of the CDC's universal Hepatitis B vaccine recommendations for newborns. The hosts dissect concerns about vaccine hesitancy and cultural backlash following COVID-19. They also critique RFK Jr.'s appointees on the immunization board, revealing potential conflicts of interest. In a lighter tone, FIFA's new peace prize for Trump is hilariously mocked, alongside the media's reactions and Trump's penchant for spectacle over substance. Legal and ethical dilemmas around presidential pardons add a provocative touch to their discussion.
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Hepatitis B Recommendation Reversed
- The ACIP rolled back the universal newborn hepatitis B vaccine recommendation, causing alarm among hosts.
- Cody Johnston and Jonathan highlight the move as dangerous because the vaccine greatly reduced pediatric infections since the 1990s.
Vaccine Dramatically Reduced Child Infections
- Jonathan emphasizes hepatitis B's severity and long-term liver damage risk.
- He notes the vaccine cut infections in children by about 99% since implementation.
Talk To Your Doctor — Keep Current Shots
- Keep following existing pediatric vaccine practices and consult your doctor about concerns.
- Katy Stoll and Jonathan advise leaving recommendations in place and discussing choices with medical providers.