Topic: Hoof And Mouth Disease

The hosts critique the track record of epidemiologist Neil Ferguson, noting his history of inaccurate predictions regarding Hoof-and-Mouth disease and Swine Flu. They question why his Imperial College model was used to justify national lockdowns in the UK and US when he adjusted his figures just days after the policies were implemented. The discussion focuses on the lack of transparency regarding who specifically convinced President Trump to shut down the country based on these models.