Best of the Program | Guests: Sharyl Attkisson & Steve Friend | 8/12/24
Digest
This podcast features discussions on the shortcomings of various institutions, including government, pharmaceutical companies, and law enforcement agencies. Cheryl Atkinson, a guest on the podcast, criticizes the negative impact of government, pharmaceutical companies, and insurance on healthcare and the overall well-being of the country. She argues that these entities prioritize profits over public health, leading to a focus on treating symptoms rather than addressing root causes. Steve Friend, an FBI whistleblower, discusses the lack of transparency and competence in the FBI and Secret Service investigations surrounding the assassination attempt on Donald Trump and the Secret Service's illegal entry into a hair salon. He criticizes the FBI's tendency to label investigations as "domestic terrorism" to avoid scrutiny and their alleged practice of grooming individuals to engage in terrorist plots to justify their existence and funding. Atkinson also discusses her new book, "Follow the Science," which explores the conflicts of interest between news media, government, big pharma, and the medical establishment, and how these conflicts negatively impact public health. The podcast highlights the importance of critical thinking and questioning authority, particularly when it comes to issues related to health, safety, and national security.
Outlines
Government, Pharmaceuticals, and Law Enforcement Failures
This episode explores the shortcomings of government, pharmaceutical companies, and law enforcement agencies, highlighting the dangers of conflicts of interest and the lack of transparency in these institutions.
The Impact of Government and Pharmaceuticals on Healthcare
Cheryl Atkinson discusses the negative impact of government, pharmaceutical companies, and insurance on healthcare and the overall well-being of the country. She argues that these entities prioritize profits over public health, leading to a focus on treating symptoms rather than addressing root causes.
FBI and Secret Service Incompetence and Manipulation
Steve Friend, an FBI whistleblower, discusses the lack of transparency and competence in the FBI and Secret Service investigations surrounding the assassination attempt on Donald Trump and the Secret Service's illegal entry into a hair salon. He criticizes the FBI's tendency to label investigations as "domestic terrorism" to avoid scrutiny and their alleged practice of grooming individuals to engage in terrorist plots to justify their existence and funding.
Keywords
Healthcare
The podcast discusses the negative impact of government, pharmaceutical companies, and insurance on healthcare and the overall well-being of the country.
Government
The podcast criticizes the government's role in healthcare, highlighting the dangers of conflicts of interest and the lack of transparency in government agencies.
Pharmaceuticals
The podcast discusses the negative impact of pharmaceutical companies on healthcare, highlighting the prioritization of profits over public health.
FBI
The podcast criticizes the FBI's lack of transparency and competence in investigations, highlighting their tendency to label investigations as "domestic terrorism" to avoid scrutiny.
Secret Service
The podcast discusses the Secret Service's illegal entry into a hair salon, highlighting the lack of accountability and competence within federal law enforcement agencies.
Conflicts of Interest
The podcast explores the dangers of conflicts of interest between news media, government, big pharma, and the medical establishment, and how these conflicts negatively impact public health.
Transparency
The podcast emphasizes the importance of transparency in government and law enforcement agencies, highlighting the dangers of secrecy and manipulation.
Q&A
What are the main concerns raised by Cheryl Atkinson about the healthcare system?
Atkinson argues that conflicts of interest between news media, government, big pharma, and the medical establishment are leading to a decline in public health, with a focus on treating symptoms rather than addressing root causes.
What are the key criticisms raised by Steve Friend regarding the FBI's handling of the assassination attempt on Donald Trump?
Friend criticizes the FBI's lack of transparency, their tendency to label investigations as "domestic terrorism" to avoid scrutiny, and their alleged practice of grooming individuals to engage in terrorist plots to justify their existence and funding.
How does Steve Friend connect the Secret Service's illegal entry into a hair salon to the broader issues of competence and accountability within federal law enforcement agencies?
Friend argues that these incidents expose the myth of competence within these agencies, highlighting their tendency to prioritize their own convenience over respecting civil liberties and upholding the law.
Show Notes
Glenn and Stu discuss the news that Stu missed while on vacation, including Tim Walz and the attacks on JD Vance. The guys also react to JD Vance’s interview with CNN’s Dana Bash, where he critiqued Tim Walz for his childish attacks and questionable military service. Author of “Follow the Science” Sharyl Attkisson joins to discuss the perils of some medicines the "experts" approve. FBI whistleblower Steve Friend joins to discuss the Secret Service breaking into the salon, the ongoing investigation into Trump’s almost-assassin, and possible FBI grooming.
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