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We Want Them Infected Podcast

Dr. Jonathan Howard and Wendy Orent
Covid-19
Public Health
Herd Immunity
Vaccination
Great Barrington Declaration
Vinay Prasad
Misinformation
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Vaccines
FDA
CDC
Anti-Vaccine Movement
Measles
Jay Bhattacharya
NIH
Vaccine Misinformation
RFK Jr.
Public Health Policy
Covid-19 Pandemic
Myocarditis

Our podcast delves deep into the dark side of the COVID-19 pandemic, revealing how influential doctors shaped the narrative. πŸ“– A Movement in the Making: "We Want Them Infected" isn't just a book; it's a call to action, exposing how the anti-vaccine movement infiltrated mainstream culture. Join us on this journey of discovering the impact of misinformation on public health, trust in science, and m... more

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Jonathan Howard and Wendy Orent call this week their "Red Wedding": within days, FDA Commissioner Marty Makary resigned, Vinay Prasad was pushed out of CBER, Tracy Beth Hoeg was fired, and Senator Bill Cassidy lost his Louisiana primary. The hosts ar... more

Dr. Jonathan Howard (neurologist and author) and science journalist Wendy Orent return for another sharp, unsparing look at the state of U.S. public health policy. In this episode, the hosts unpack the surprise withdrawal of Casey Means as surgeon ge... more

In this episode of We Want Them Infected, hosts Jonathan Howard and Wendy Orent break down the growing concerns around scientific censorship, COVID-19 misinformation, and the erosion of public trust in health institutions. They examine controversial ... more

Jonathan and Wendy unpack the most surprising political move of Trump's second term: the nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz β€” a physician, lawyer, former Coast Guard public health official, and unapologetic architect of military vaccine mandates β€” to r... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Kunzler
Author of the Pandemic Accountability Index blog
Pandemic Accountability Index
Episode: Is U.S. Public Health Breaking Down? Inside the Chaos with Jeff Kunzler
Dr. Philipp Markolin
Switzerland-based science writer and former academic
Episode: The Politics of COVID Origins with Dr. Philipp Markolin PhD

Hosts

Jonathan Howard
Co-host with frequent involvement in discussion and analysis of public health policy and vaccine-related topics.
Wendy Orent
Co-host with deep background in medical literature and public health commentary, contributing to critical discussions on vaccine policy and misinformation.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • Intelligent commiseration

    Thanks for the fascinating podcast. We’re living in dark times. You both are lights and I look forward to each episode. It’s like true crime, only it’s realtime medical murder.

    Best part: the music. Thank you for adding more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hoboken Dave
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good podcast, better music

    Dr. Howard, that outro song slaps.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OmgIdkIdcwtf
    United Statesa year ago
  • Careful with this podcast

    The podcast claims to bring clarity about COVID facts but is itself a source of disinformation when it comes to, for example, the lab leak theory. The podcast critiques the NGO Biosafety Now for its rhetoric, but does not understand the fight that Biosafety Now is doing against powerful corrupted institutions such as NIH. Furthermore, the argument that a zoonotic spillover would be more likely than a lab accident because spillovers happen "all the time" is bogus (its a mistake of confusing spill... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    SpencerDancerPants
    Switzerland2 years ago
  • So interesting

    A big shout out to this podcast - as someone outside the US who was trying to read and listen to the best science during the past 4 years of the pandemic, and would encounter some bizarre and contrary information from some highly regarded and lettered sources, this helps to contextualise and explain how misinformation was presented and discussed. Thank you to the presenters! Compelling and fascinating to see it all laid out in chronological clarity, with the respective significant players clearl... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mumbles275
    Australia2 years ago
  • Updated

    I am updating my review because I think these two have made a good case. I apologize for my previous caustic review.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Christian Segall
    United States2 years ago

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Some critics view the discussions as polarizing or confrontational, yet many listeners appreciate the transparency and data-driven approach.
The show is praised for its firsthand insights into early pandemic events and its clear stance on vaccine policy and misinformation.
Listeners value the rigorous critique of public health institutions and the role of physicians in shaping pandemic narratives.

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The Rise of Dr. Marty Makary
Q: Do you think he admitted to any of his errors?
No, he never admitted to being wrong about his predictions even when the variants proved him incorrect.
The Rise of Dr. Marty Makary
Q: What do you think about Dr. Makary's views on herd immunity?
He propagated the idea that herd immunity was near and dismissed concerns about COVID risks, showing a drastic change in his stance as the pandemic progressed.

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What is We Want Them Infected Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program critically examines how the COVID-19 pandemic's narrative was shaped by medical professionals and public health debates, with a clear through-line on how the anti-vaccine movement influenced mainstream discourse. Episodes repeatedly dissect policy decisions, regulatory actions, and the role of prominent doctors in influencing public trust, often challenging traditional medical authorities and highlighting the politics surrounding vaccines and public health communication. A standout thread across recent episodes is the tension between scientific evidence and politicized messaging, plus frequent calls to scrutinize institutions and media coverage around pandemic-era decisions. This show may appeal to listeners who want a combativ... more

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