

259: MAHA is Project 2025’s Trojan Horse
16 snips May 29, 2025
A deep dive into Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s health agenda reveals unsettling ties to Project 2025's deregulatory push. The discussion critiques the ethical implications of health testing commercialization and vaccine skepticism. Tensions surrounding COVID-19 policies highlight public mistrust and the political fallout of dissenting voices in healthcare. Additionally, the podcast confronts historical misconceptions about autism, advocating for a more inclusive approach to neurodiversity amid systemic inequalities.
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Maha as Trojan Horse
- RFK Jr.'s Maha agenda aligns with the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 deregulatory plan.
- It serves as a Trojan horse for privatizing healthcare through functional medicine and alt-med companies.
Funding Shift to Alt-Med
- Kennedy cuts $800 million from public health funding to favor private alt-med markets.
- This shift benefits wellness influencers over public health interests.
SNAP Soda Ban Misguided
- Maha blames food deserts on SNAP allowing soda purchases instead of systemic issues.
- The administration ignores infrastructure needs, exploiting vulnerable populations.