Jonathan M Berman

In this engaging discussion, Jonathan M Berman, an assistant professor and author of 'Anti-Vaxxers: How to Challenge a Misinformed Movement', dives into the intricate history of anti-vaccine movements. He reveals how political polarization and personal freedom narratives have shaped vaccine skepticism over time. The conversation also highlights the implications of recent public figures' rhetoric on vaccination policies, the media's role in public perception, and the fragile relationship between scientific truth and journalism amidst societal pressures.