Informed Dissent

What happens when circumstances point to facts that change your mind and, eventually, plot a new course in your life? Dr. Mark McDonald and Dr. Jeff Barke take a journey through life-changing events of Dr. Drew Pinsky, arguably one of the most recognized media doctors in the world. In practice, Dr. Pinsky is an internist and medicine addiction specialist. In the media, his first big impact show wa...

Episode 138 with Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald. Listen in to hear a lively dialogue concerning the current American obsession with gender bending and reassignment. Now some laws (you guessed it-California) suggest determining sex should be left to a much later time than birth. Why rush it!? Listen now to further cultivate your Informed Dissent. More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissid...

The sentencing of John Strand. A man who felt he was standing up for our country. A man who left his acting and modeling career to join a team of doctors speaking the truth to America. A man caught up in a politically charged battle between team good and team evil. Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald spend time with John Strand talking about his case, his future, and the future of America. Episod...

Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald spend time with Yvette Benarroch with Moms for Liberty. Moms for Liberty has gained significant recognition for its dedication to parental rights and educational freedom.  Moms for Liberty strives to empower parents to become advocates for their children's education and well-being. They believe that parents should have the ultimate say in their child's educatio...

Hear all things Bobby Kennedy Jr on this episode of Informed Dissent. Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald welcome Mary Holland, formerly of Children’s Health Defense and now working on the Bobby Kennedy for President campaign, to Informed Dissent. Children's Health Defense (CHD) is a nonprofit organization that advocates for children's health and safety. CHD focuses on raising awareness about pot...

Episode 134 of Informed Dissent with Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald is ready for you to listen. On this episode, Dr. Barke and Dr. McDonald discuss a wide variety of topics including vaccinations, transgenderism, government water, government schools, mean people, taxation, personal appearances, cruising with Dennis Prager, and Cigars. It's a wide variety of topics and dialogue which further...

As the 2024 presidential election campaigns are swinging into full gear, Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald discuss the future of healthcare at the hands of the various candidates like Bobby Kennedy, Joe Biden, Donald Trump, Ron DeSantis, Tim Scott, Larry Elder, and others. The good doctors also discuss future pandemics, vaccines, cigars, whiskey, AI and more. The 133rd episode of Informed Disse...

Jessica Tapia was a teacher working for a school in Riverside County, California. She was stalked by students and crucified for her Christian faith and conservative values. She is suing the school district thanks to the non-profit support of Advocates for Faith and Freedom. Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald spend 35 minutes discussing the binary terrorism gripping this country and the systemati...

On this episode of Informed Dissent Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald explore one of the most alarming health care and political abominations of our time; Gender transitioning “care”. Cat Cattinson is musician and Molecular Biologist. She is also a person who began the process of transitioning from a female to a male. She had a change of heart and mind and began the process of de-transitioning....

Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald take a little time to find out more about the people behind Firearms Training Associates located in Southern California. In this episode you'll learn why gun training is important for you, our nation and your health. Informed Dissents, episode 130, is available now. Find out more about FTA More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed D...

Dr. Jeyanthi Kunadhasan has an extensive background in healthcare and a deep passion for improving patient care. Her strong leadership skills and exceptional problem-solving abilities have made her an influential figure within the medical community. Her studies uncovered inconsistencies within the CDC and in the initial testing by companies charged with the production of a fix for the "pandemic."...

Episode 128. How does a county in Florida give back hundreds of thousands of free government money over a false narrative? Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald help you learn how to make this happen in your community. Spend thirty minutes elevating your Informed Dissent with this excellent information on the Health Freedom Bill of Rights from the COVID Tyranny Task Force members Scott Kiley and Dr...

In this episode of Informed Dissent Dr. Mark discusses the idea of a national divorce along with other random thoughts about our current situation. Enrich your very own Informed Dissent with Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald. Listen and watch now. More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed Dissent AND get exclusive Informed Dissent content Find out more about Dr. Ste...

The medical community has relied on cholesterol measurements in the bloodstream as a measurement of good heart health but did they get it wrong? Is inflammation the real problem? Is the entire American dietary guideline system an issue? On this episode of Informed Dissent Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald spend time with Dr. Jonny Bowden. Dr. Bowden is a well-known health and nutrition expert,...

You will remember her from the very first press conference with the Front Line Doctors on the steps of the nation's capital. A press conference that smashed the Internet and was pull down immediately by the "powers that be." Join Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald for an update on Dr. Stella Immanuel in episode 125 of Informed Dissent. Get read for Nurse Fire and Dr. Brimstone. More Jeff and Mar...

Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald have message. Don't be scared and help others to do the same. Check out the latest episode of Informed Dissent. More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed Dissent AND get exclusive Informed Dissent content Enjoy more Informed Dissent content here:   The Morning Message with Dr. Jeff Barke   Dr. Mark McDonald's Substack   Support the...

Episode 123 of Informed Dissent with Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald with special guest Blaze Network talk show host, Steve Deace. On this episode, join the discussion about evil with the new movie, Nefarious (in theaters now), at the heart of the discussion. Steve wrote the book which spawned the movie which spawned the book. Find out what that means and feast on an intense conversation abou...

Episode 122 of Informed Dissent features a talk with Jeffrey Tucker. Jeffrey is a writer, speaker, and economist. He is the editorial director for the American Institute for Economic Research (AIER). Tucker is known for his work on economics, technology, and culture, and has authored several books, including "Bourbon for Breakfast: Living Outside the Statist Quo" and "It's a Jetsons World: Private...

In today's culture of cancel and division it is challenging, if not impossible, to have a meaningful conversation with people with viewpoints that disagree with your own. Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald explore the benefits of continuing to have conversations with others without a hint of compromise. The good doctors also give meaningful advice on how to discern far-left from left-of-center....

Episode 120 of Informed Dissent with Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald dive in deep with ophthalmologist and medical researcher Dr. Richard Urso. Dr. Urso is an advocate for the use of alternative treatments for COVID-19. He has published papers and given presentations on the topic and has testified before the U.S. Senate on the subjects. In this episode learn all about his research and hear ab...

Dr. William Parker's research has shown that acetaminophen may have unexpected effects on the immune system, particularly in relation to allergies. inflammation, and the root causes in Autism. Recently, his highly acclaimed work for his fully funded studies at Duke University suddenly came to an end. Find out why, discover what he found, and why you need to know as Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDo...

Just what did happen behind the scenes with Anthony Fauci at the beginning of the pandemic? Dr. Paul Alexander, a medical researcher, was appointed as a senior advisor to Michael Caputo in the Health and Human Services Department. Dr. Alexander's role was to provide scientific advice and guidance to the administration on issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic. When he disagreed with the "Fauci na...

COVID thought leader and now, through personal experience, legal expert, Dr. Peter McCullough, joins Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald on the 117th episode of Informed Dissent. The good doctors discuss current litigation, both personal and in the medical field. Dr. Peter also has an update on the latest information and studies concerning the virus and exactly what the government is responsible...

Dr. Mark McDonald and Dr. Jeff Barke spend time with Dr. Ryan Cole discussing remedies for Long COVID and the stickiness of science with Dr. Ryan Cole. Dr Cole has been on the forefront of science-based information dispelling the government narrative about mRNA injections and other forms of propaganda pushed out by various government and non-government organizations hoping to capitalize on the pro...

On this episode of Informed Dissent, Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald discuss the state of medicine, politics, cigars and everything in between with one of America's most respected and influential writers, speakers, and talk show host, Dennis Prager. Find all things Dennis Prager here: https://dennisprager.com/Find Prager U here: https://www.prageru.com/Enjoy more Informed Dissent content here...