On today's episode, Tim and April are joined by Jessica Malaty Rivera, an infectious disease epidemiologist and science communicator, who provides insights into the historical roots of science denialism and the rhetoric surrounding vaccines and autism, particularly in relation to RFK's controversial statements. The conversation emphasizes the importance of accurate science communication, the need for public health resources, and the complexities of understanding autism as a spectrum.

Jessica on Instagram | @jessicamalatyrivera

Jessica's Substack | Makingsciencemakesense.substack.com

Chapters

03:59 Introducing Jessica Malaty Rivera

10:28 RFK's Rhetoric on Autism and Vaccines

14:17 The Dehumanization of Autism in Public Discourse

26:10 The Role of Public Health in Supporting Families

34:58 Debunking RFK's Claims on Vaccine Studies

40:33 The Wellness Industry vs. Big Pharma

54:01 Understanding Vaccine Ingredients and Misinformation

01:10:14 Ableism and the Language of Disease

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