Guardian of the Public Health Galaxy: A Chat With Dr. Peter Hotez

Sep 27, 2023

In this podcast, Dr. Peter Hotez discusses anti-science aggression, the impact of anti-vaccine misinformation, and the personal experiences of scientists facing hostility. They also explore the challenges of spreading credible information and the reasons behind vaccine hesitancy. The speakers emphasize the importance of COVID vaccines and support for Dr. Peter Hotez.

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Introduction

00:00 • 3min

The Rise of Anti-Science Aggression

02:47 • 19min

Analyzing the Issue of Anti-Science Information

21:33 • 9min

Concerns about the Consequences of Shutting Down International Research Collaboration

30:14 • 2min

Challenges of Spreading Credible Information and Anti-Science Aggression

31:57 • 2min

Opposing Views on Banning Titanium Dioxide and Anti-Vaccine Sentiments

34:27 • 2min

Hesitancy and Importance of COVID Vaccines

36:49 • 21min

Reflections on Challenges and Support for Dr. Peter Hotez

57:20 • 3min

We are BACK for season 4 of the podcast! We are starting out with a bang by having a candid conversation with a personal hero of ours, Dr. Peter Hotez-- and we do not shy away from controversy. We talk about anti-science aggression generally, as well as his (and our) personal experiences with anti-science vitriol. We talk about his reasoning for not debating RFK Jr. about vaccines, despite much public prodding. We chat about the future of infectious disease and what we can expect to see as a result of climate change and other social and environmental factors that impact our health. And, yes, of course we check in about the current state of COVID and COVID vaccines. Trust us, you do not want to miss this!

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