The Highwire with Del Bigtree

Jefferey Jaxen, an investigative documentary filmmaker focused on public health and environmental issues, unveils the complexities behind the rush to green energy. He discusses the intertwining motivations of politics and money, highlighting the social costs of transitioning from coal. Jaxen critiques the consensus on climate science, disputes the validity of current models, and emphasizes the need for diverse energy solutions. He also brings to light the indigenous perspectives on land rights and environmental risks associated with lithium mining, setting the stage for a deeper exploration in Part Two.

This Christmas, HighWire Plus is releasing a special gift to our audience: Part 1 of Jefferey Jaxen’s documentary investigation into polio — normally exclusive to HighWire+ subscribers. As more vaccines come under scrutiny and the hepatitis B shot is removed from the recommended schedule for healthy babies, questions about polio are inevitable. This documentary provides the history, the science, and the interviews you need to have that conversation. Featuring Dr. Pierre Kory, Forrest Maready, and Dr. Suzanne Humphries, author of Dissolving Illusions. Share this with friends and family. The conversation starts now. Merry Christmas!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Today’s HighWire pulls no punches. Del breaks down HHS’s decision to withdraw funding from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the media reaction to RFK Jr.’s bold move. Jefferey Jaxen reports on the quiet return of flu lockdowns overseas—and the next pandemic narrative already taking shape. Then, Jefferey examines what’s truly at stake as the AI race threatens to replace human labor at scale. Finally, epidemiologist Nick Hulscher, MPH, joins Del in-studio to reveal new findings from a reanalysis of the Henry Ford “vaxxed vs. unvaxxed” data—results that could redefine modern public health.Guests: Nicolas Hulscher, MPHBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

ICAN lead counsel Aaron Siri, esq., breaks down ACIP’s historic decision to end the recommendation of universal Hepatitis B vaccination at birth for babies of healthy, Hep-B–negative mothers—moving it to age 2 months and “shared decision making.” He details major gaps in the safety data, evidence of harm buried in our federal injury programs, and an ethical crisis in the U.S. of pressuring parents to vaccinate their children under threat of CPS. Siri also contrasts U.S. policy with nations like mandate-free Denmark, which recommends far fewer vaccines while enjoying better health outcomes.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Ryland and Mollie Engelhart sit down with Del to share the hard lessons learned as their celebrated plant-based restaurant empire ran headlong into the realities of today’s food system. From Café Gratitude’s rise to their unexpected shift into regenerative farming, they reveal how bureaucracy, restrictive policies, and cultural pressures forced them to rethink what sustainability truly means. Their journey exposes the real challenges small farmers face—and why soil health and community resilience matter far more than marketing claims.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Leave a ReplyLeave a Reply You must Register or Login to post a comment.A major shift in federal policy is emerging as HHS moves to strengthen parental rights, religious exemptions, and informed consent in children’s medical decisions. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that the Office of Civil Rights is investigating reports of a child with a religious exemption being vaccinated without parental consent. At the same time, several states are pushing bills that would allow minors to be vaccinated without their parents’ knowledge, highlighting a broader medical-system struggle—from childhood shots to psychiatric drugs for veterans—over consent, transparency, and personal autonomy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Join attorney Aaron Siri, known for his work in vaccine law, alongside Mollie and Ryland Engelhart, former vegan restaurant moguls turned regenerative ranchers. They dissect the recent ACIP meetings and discuss how President Trump’s proposed vaccine program changes could impact families. Mollie and Ryland share their transformative journey from running a national vegan empire to advocating for sustainable farming practices at Sovereignty Ranch, emphasizing the importance of animal stewardship and eco-friendly food systems.

Day one of this week’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting revealed a stunning shift in the hepatitis B debate. For the first time, panel experts openly acknowledged they do not have the data to justify giving every newborn a hepatitis B shot on their first day of life. Hear how this new advisory group challenged inflated risk assumptions, admitted the evidence for newborn safety is surprisingly weak, and questioned why infants are expected to bear the burden for failures in adult screening and prevention. This pivotal exchange is reshaping the national conversation around vaccine policy—and the science that must support it.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Carrie Bigford of Texans for Vaccine Choice unpacks how to talk about medical freedom without blowing up relationships. Drawing on her mental-health background, Carrie walks through her “prepare, connect, inform, allow” framework and explains why tone, body language, and genuine curiosity matter more than “perfect facts” when you’re trying to change hearts and minds. Get a HighWire exclusive promo code to join the online course on effective outreach for these important tools to make a difference.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

A new wave of headlines claim the HPV vaccine “prevents cancer,” but a Cochrane Collaboration review behind those headlines never actually studied cancer outcomes. Jefferey exposes what the review really admits, the pharma-funded conflicts buried in the fine print, and the true natural history of HPV—revealing how clever marketing was spun into so-called “proof.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.