Informed Dissent

Join Dr. Jeff Barke and Natalie Tucker, podcast and social media manager for Informed Dissent Media, as they dive into some of today’s most pressing topics. In this episode, they tackle the latest insights on cholesterol, the evolving conversation around vaccines, and the devastating impact of the recent LA fires.They’ll also explore the connections between COVID-19 and cancer, discuss the future of healthcare, and share their thoughts on RFK Jr.’s role in shaping the national dialogue.Don’t miss this thought-provoking discussion packed with expert opinions and critical analysis to help you stay informed and engaged in the issues that matter most.Tune in now!Show sponsors EpicNotes.Pro and RogersHood.comSupport the showFor more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

Carol M. Swain PHD: Born into abject poverty in rural southwest Virginia, Dr. Carol Swain, a high school dropout, went on to earn five degrees. Holding a Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an M.S.L. from Yale, she also earned early tenure at Princeton and full professorship at Vanderbilt where she was professor of political science and a professor of law. Today she is a sought-after cable news contributor, a best-selling author, a prominent national speaker, and an entrepreneur.In addition to having three Presidential appointments, Dr. Swain is a former Distinguished Senior Fellow for Constitutional Studies with the Texas Public Policy Foundation who has also served on the Tennessee Advisory Committee to the U.S. Civil Rights Commission, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the 1776 Commission.Currently, she is a Senior Fellow with the Institute for Faith and Culture. An award-winning political scientist, cited three times by the U.S. Supreme Court, she has authored or edited 12 published books including the bestseller, Black Eye for America: How Critical Race Theory is Burning Down the House, Countercultural Living: What Jesus Has to Say About Life, Marriage, Race, Gender, and Materialism and the Adversity of Diversity: How the Supreme Court's Decision to Remove Race from College Admissions Criteria will Doom Diversity ProgramsDr. Swain is an expert on civil rights laws, critical race theory, American politics, evangelicalism, and race relations. Her television appearances include BBC Radio and TV, CSPAN, ABC's Headline News, CBS, CNN, Fox News, Newsmax and more.In addition, she has published opinion pieces in the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Wall Street Journal, the Epoch Times, the Financial Times, and USA Today.She is the founder and CEO of Carol Swain Enterprises, REAL Unity Training Solutions, Your Life Story for Descendants, and her non-profit, Be the People.Support the showFor more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

We are grateful for your continued support of the Informed Dissent Media Podcast. Your engagement, curiosity, and commitment to seeking truth inspire every episode we create. Together, we’re building a community that values critical thinking and informed conversations. Here’s to more thought-provoking discussions ahead in 2025!Looking for a cleanse? Try ParaFy from our Sponsors, RogersHood.com and use code IDM for a discount.Ready to invest with low risk? Learn more from EpicNotes.Pro and make a decision for your future today!Follow us on Social Media @DissidentMD and @RxforLibertyStay informed!-Your HostsSupport the showFor more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

Peter Strayer is the Chief Marketing Officer of Azure Standard, America’s leading provider of healthful foods and products. A master communicator, seasoned consultant, and business strategist, Peter brings over 25 years of experience with iconic global brands and pioneering startups, offering a uniquely broad, strategic perspective across multiple industries.In his career, Peter has held influential leadership roles, including Chief Marketing Officer, Director of Public Relations, Senior Marketing Strategist, and Business Administrator. He has partnered with renowned organizations such as Gibson Guitar, Fortune 200 titan, General Dynamics, OsteoStrong — a global biohacking leader — and Azure Standard, where he leads and shapes a talented marketing department to elevate Azure Standard’s brand impact and growth.Show Sponsors RogersHood.com (code IDM for a discount) and EpicNotes.ProSupport the showFor more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

Greg Hammer, MD is a recently retired professor at Stanford University School of Medicine, pediatric intensive care physician, pediatric anesthesiologist, wellness and mindfulness lecturer, and the author of GAIN without Pain: The Happiness Handbook for Health Care Professionals.Dr. Hammer was the Chair of the Physician Wellness Task Force for the California Society of Anesthesiologists as well as a former member of the Stanford WellMD initiative. He has been a visiting professor and lecturer on wellness at institutions worldwide and has taught the GAIN method to medical students, residents, and fellows at Stanford. Dr. Hammer’s clinical focus has been in pediatric cardiac anesthesia and pediatric critical care medicine. His research was primarily focused on developmental pharmacology and immunology, and had an active laboratory with multiple ongoing studies in these areas. He has published widely on topics related to pharmacology and perioperative care of children undergoing cardiac and thoracic procedures as well as organ transplantation. Dr. Hammer is a health enthusiast and meditator, utilizing a non-duality and mindfulness-based approach, including the GAIN method.Show sponsors RogersHood.com and EpicNotes.ProSupport the showFor more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

Mark McAfee is a trailblazing leader in the raw dairy industry, celebrated for his decades-long contributions to public health, agriculture, and food safety. A Fresno County, California, resident, Mark is the founder and CEO of Raw Farm Dairy, the world’s largest brand of raw milk, offering a range of raw dairy products sold in over 500 stores in California and internationally. As a fifth-generation farmer, Mark has revolutionized the raw milk industry by pioneering cutting-edge food safety practices, including the Test & Hold program using BAX PCR technology to ensure pathogen-free products.With a strong educational foundation in pre-medical studies and emergency medical services, Mark served as a paramedic for 16 years, responding to over 15,000 emergency calls and earning recognition as Fresno County Paramedic of the Year in 1994. His aviation expertise includes over 2,000 flight hours as a private pilot and mission pilot for Fresno LIGA’s Flying Doctors, supporting clinics in Mexico.Mark’s dedication to raw milk advocacy led him to establish the Raw Milk Institute (RAWMI) in 2011, where he has trained and mentored more than 800 dairy farmers globally and certified dozens of dairies in the U.S. and Canada. His work with RAWMI has been documented in peer-reviewed journals and recognized by institutions like the UK Food Standards Agency. A sought-after speaker, Mark has delivered keynote addresses at over 180 conferences worldwide, including universities such as UCLA, Stanford, and Rutgers.Beyond his professional achievements, Mark serves as Vice President of the California Dairy Campaign and California Farmers Union and is a delegate to the National Farmers Union. He has also been invited by the RFK transition team to advise the FDA on raw milk standards and policies.Mark and his wife, Blaine, a retired RN with a Master of Science in Nursing, have been married for 43 years and are proud parents to Aaron, Kaleigh, and six grandchildren. Together, they continue to operate Raw Farm as a thriving family business, ensuring its legacy as a cornerstone of the raw dairy movement.Sponsored by RogersHood.com and EpicNotes.ProSupport the showFor more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

New Sponsor Alert! We've got a very special guest on this episode who also happens to be, one of our most important sponsors of Informed Dissent. Welcome to the show, Richard Ehrlich, of EpicNotes.ProRichard Ehrlich specializes in delivering tailored financial strategies focused on investment income planning and capital preservation. As a Certified Financial Fiduciary™, Richard is dedicated to acting solely in the best interests of his clients. His commitment to transparency and fiduciary responsibility ensures clients receive recommendations designed to align with their financial goals, offering peace of mind and a secure path to financial success.Visit EpicNotes.Pro to learn more about our newest sponsor.Show sponsorship also by RogersHood.com, code IDM for 10% off!Support the showFor more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

Back again with Hoyt Richards, Award-winning actor/writer/filmmaker and Founder/CEO of Tortoise Entertainment. Originally from the main line area outside of Philadelphia, Hoyt was a scholar-athlete who graduated from Princeton with a BA in Economics, where he also played football. In his early career, Hoyt worked as a fashion model for the Ford and Wilhelmina agencies and is considered to be the world's first male supermodel. Over his fifteen-year career, Hoyt was the face of numerous campaigns for the industry’s top designers, and he appeared in over three hundred commercials. In 2000, Hoyt moved from New York to Los Angeles where he began working as an actor and now has over forty films to his credit. Expanding his skill set to include directing, screenwriting, editing and producing, Hoyt created his own production company, Tortoise Entertainment, in 2010. With Tortoise, Hoyt has produced two award-winning feature films. Dumbbells, a buddy comedy set in the gym, and Intersection, a psychological, romantic thriller.Hoyt is also a cult survivor. He has been speaking publicly about the dangers and the lessons learned from his experience of cultic and abusive environments for over two decades. And he assists families and individuals who have loved ones caught in cultic situations. Currently, Hoyt is co-hosting and producing a podcast series called WhaTheFlok, where he interviews other cult survivors and can be found on all major streaming platforms. In addition, Hoyt is developing a scripted TV series that chronicles his twenty-year journey into the Eternal Values religious cult and his subsequent escape and recovery. Also, he is writing a memoir, Picture Perfect, which chronicles his journey through the cult years and after while living a double life as one of the world’s top fashion models. You can follow Hoyt on IG at @HoytRichShow sponsored by RogersHood.com, use code IDM for 10% off! Support the showFor more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

Welcome back! On this episode, Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald dive into mushrooms! Interviewing the Founders of Ananda Elixirs, Samantha and Dylan Dreiling. Born from a love for natural wellness, Ananda Elixirs started in a small kitchen where Sammi and Dylan combined their passion for mushrooms and botanicals. What began as a simple experiment quickly evolved into a game-changing wellness beverage brand. Use code IDM to save 30% when you try their magical shroomsoda!Support the showFor more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia