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This conversation with esteemed journalist Paul Thacker explores the evidence hierarchy and the conflicting views on the effectiveness of masks. It discusses the Cochrane Collaborative's reviews on masks, which found insufficient high-quality evidence to support their effectiveness The conversation concludes with a reflection on the need for critical thinking and questioning in the face of political alignment.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction: Evidence Hierarchy and Conflicting Views on Masks
00:30 Cochrane Collaborative's Reviews on Masks
06:23 The Limitations of Medicine and Public Health
10:36 The Psychological Impact of Masks
19:22 The Corrupted Scientific Agency
23:21 Lack of Trust in the CDC
24:48 Conflicts of Interest in Mask Research
26:53 Political Motivations
36:08 Lack of RCTs on Masks
42:39 Protecting Reputations
49:46 Teaching People Masks Work
By Dr. Jay Bhattacharya & Rav Arora4.8
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This conversation with esteemed journalist Paul Thacker explores the evidence hierarchy and the conflicting views on the effectiveness of masks. It discusses the Cochrane Collaborative's reviews on masks, which found insufficient high-quality evidence to support their effectiveness The conversation concludes with a reflection on the need for critical thinking and questioning in the face of political alignment.
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Alcami Elements - a premium herbal supplement for energy, focus, and concentration. Alcami contains 9 high-quality adaptogens that can help regulate your nervous system and optimize energy and focus. Adaptogens are herbs and mushrooms that help build the body’s resilience to stress.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction: Evidence Hierarchy and Conflicting Views on Masks
00:30 Cochrane Collaborative's Reviews on Masks
06:23 The Limitations of Medicine and Public Health
10:36 The Psychological Impact of Masks
19:22 The Corrupted Scientific Agency
23:21 Lack of Trust in the CDC
24:48 Conflicts of Interest in Mask Research
26:53 Political Motivations
36:08 Lack of RCTs on Masks
42:39 Protecting Reputations
49:46 Teaching People Masks Work

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