The Illusion of Consensus

Join me and Dr. Camilo Ortiz, a clinical psychologist and a psychology professor at Long Island University who specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy treatments,, as we explore the effectiveness of therapy for managing anxiety, the impact of therapist activism, and the nuances of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in trauma treatment. We delve into strategies like affirmations and behavioral...

In this video, I sit down with Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to dive deep into the contrasting pandemic policies of Denmark and the United States. We explore the empirical data behind school closures and discuss how political factors influenced the CDC guidelines on masking in schools. Dr. Høeg shares her research on myocarditis as a side effect of the COVID-19 vaccine, especially in young males, and the im...

In this conversation, Dr. David Schechter discusses the mind-body approach to treating chronic pain syndromes. He highlights the limitations of Western medicine and the importance of considering the role of the mind, emotions, and stress in health. Dr. Schechter shares his personal experience with mind-body medicine and how it transformed his own chronic knee pain. He explains his journey into cli...

In this insightful episode, I sit down with Dr. Adeel Khan, a leading expert in regenerative medicine, to discuss the cutting-edge world of stem cell therapy and its potential for treating vaccine injuries and long COVID. Dr. Khan sheds light on the complexities of the mRNA vaccine platform, the importance of a nuanced approach to vaccination, and the critical issues with FDA transparency. We delv...

Join Professor Jay Bhattacharya and special guest Kim Witzak for an insightful conversation on patient advocacy and drug safety. Kim shares her deeply personal story, revealing how her husband's tragic experience with antidepressants propelled her into a mission for change. Together, they uncover the flaws in the FDA's drug approval process and the critical need for transparency and real-world saf...

Hi everyone, A few days ago we released the video version of my conversation with CJ Hopkins, a playwright and political satirist living in Germany. The podcast versions are here: Spotify / Apple Hopkins shares his experiences with the German authorities during the COVID-19 pandemic. He discusses the draconian measures implemented in Germany, the suspension of constitutional rights, and the censor...

Hi everyone, We’re excited to release the full audio version of the podcast now - you can listen here or in the Spotify and Apple links available below. We apologize, there was another production delay as a key member on our team had to leave to his home country to address a personal emergency. The full, official video premiere will be tomorrow. For those patiently waiting, we didn’t want to disap...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.illusionconsensus.com Hi everyone, Here’s a sneak peak preview of our conversation with Russell Brand dropping tomorrow! Members can access this early access clip now and hear one of Russell’s signature soliloquies (does anyone do it better?)! We hope you enjoy it. Tune in tomorrow for the podcast premiere! Consider supporting our w...

Hi everyone, I’m happy to bring you the first episode — in a series of conversations — on sleep health with Dr. Nerina Ramlakhan, a physiologist and sleep therapist, about the importance of sleep and how to improve sleep quality. We discuss various topics including the current sleep discourse, the difference between ‘martini sleepers’ and ‘sensitive sleepers,’ the role of inner safety in sleep, an...

Hi everyone, In this episode, professor Bryce Nickels and I discuss the debate over the origin of COVID-19, specifically whether it was a lab leak or a natural spillover. We highlight the challenges faced by scientists who question the lab leak theory and the suppression of dissenting voices. We also discuss the risks and ethics of gain-of-function research and the need for transparency and public...

Hi everyone, In this interview I talk to Debbie Lerman, an investigative journalist, about the key players and decision-making processes behind the pandemic response in the United States. She reveals that the National Security Council (NSC) took over as the lead policy group, with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) becoming the lead federal age...

Hi everyone, In this conversation, I interview psychologist Dr. Matt Johnson about the current state of mainstream pharmaceutical solutions for mental health issues such as ADHD, depression, and anxiety. A bit about Matt: he has lead groundbreaking research in psychedelic therapy at Johns Hopkins University over the past two decades. We aimed to discuss that but ended up spending the whole podcast...

Hi everyone, In this bonus, member-only podcast episode, I interview our resident cardiologist Dr. Anish Koka about two recent major studies on cardiac risks associated with the mRNAs: Pfizer’s long-awaited subclinical myocarditis analysis and the CDC’s sudden cardiac death study. We start the conversation with a heartbreaking update (yikes, that adjective had to come to my mind first) on the case...

Hi everyone, In this episode I interview Laura Powell, a lawyer who fought against a law in California that restricted doctors from discussing their opinions with patients. The law, known as AB 2098, aimed to silence doctors who were expressing views that went against the mainstream narrative. Laura discusses the unconstitutional nature of the law and the chilling effect it had on doctors' free sp...

Hi everyone, I’m pleased to release this interview I recorded on Monday with vice presidential candidate Nicole Shanahan. We discuss her background in law and her investments in science, particularly in reproductive longevity. We delve into the need to restore free speech in science and the detrimental effects of suppressing dissenting voices. We highlight the inefficiency and high cost of the Ame...

Hi everyone, This episode was scheduled for public release in a week, but I got too many messages and emails asking when this will be released to everyone. Here it is! In this episode, I interview Dr. Adeel Khan, a leading innovator and clinician in the regenerative medicine space. He runs Eterna Health where he’s treated people like Tony Robbins, Jordan Peterson, and Israel Adesanya. While the fo...

In this unique, new conversation, I talk to professor Toby Green, and professor Reginald Oduor about the impact of lockdown policies on the global South. We also discuss the WHO treaty and its potential impact on the sovereignty of countries in the global South. Prof. Reginald Oduor raises several issues, including the ideology of treating the health of individuals, the environment, and everything...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.illusionconsensus.com Hi everyone, Suffice it to say I had my mind blown yesterday when I had on Dr. Adeel Khan — founder of the cutting-edge regenerative medicine clinic Eterna Health — to discuss stem cell therapy, peptides, vagus nerve re-set shots for restoring chronic back, knee, and other musculoskeletal, as well as mental hea...

In this episode, Aaron Kheriaty and I discuss our involvement in the Murthy v. Missouri case, which challenges the government's censorship pressures on social media companies. We discuss the censorship we personally experienced and the discovery of government involvement in online censorship. We also discuss the media blackout surrounding the case and the role of legacy media in supporting censors...

In this conversation, AJ Kay discusses her early experiences with writing about COVID-19 and the backlash she faced for challenging the mainstream narrative. She shares how her essay on Medium, titled 'The Curve is Already Flat,' was censored and demonetized, leading to the formation of the Rational Ground group. AJ also talks about the impact of school closures on her children, particularly her d...

Hi everyone, I’m excited to bring you this conversation with clinical psychologist Dr. Roger McFillin. His content on X and Substack is incredibly thought-provoking and challenges the popular medical consensus on mental health. McFillin challenges the efficacy of antidepressants and stimulants, pointing out that the placebo effect plays a significant role in their perceived effectiveness. He also...

Hi everyone, In this new episode of The Illusion of Consensus podcast, I interview Charles Rixey, a member of the group DRASTIC, which has been investigating the origins of the COVID-19 virus. They discuss the efforts by scientific leaders, such as Tony Fauci, to suppress the lab leak theory and create an illusion of consensus around the natural origin theory. DRASTIC, a group of citizen scientist...

This 3-hour long conversation is with Philadelphia cardiologist Dr. Anish Koka. He is one of the few brave voices in the cardiology community that changed his views in real time and spoke out against mass Covid vaccination absent any reliable safety and efficacy data for cardiac outcomes in particular. Myocarditis happens to be the most common severe adverse event associated with the mRNA vaccines...

Hi everyone, I have just recorded my first thoughts on the Murthy v. Missouri case, which involves the foundational First Amendment rights of Americans. I delve into the history of the case and the concerns about the Biden administration’s censorship regime. Also, I go into some detail about the preliminary injunction and Judge Terry Doughty's ruling, as well as the appeal to the Fifth Circuit Cou...

Hi everyone, Dr. Kulvinder Kaur Gill, a specialist physician in Ontario, faced tremendous backlash for advocating against lockdowns and speaking out about the broader health impacts of COVID-19 policies. She was labeled as an anti-vaxxer and faced multiple complaints to her professional regulator. Despite her strong scientific background and advocacy for evidence-based medicine, she was targeted b...