Topic: Rna Virus

3 chapters across the catalog

Transmission Window
Episode 1867 36:15 - 39:22

1867: Transmission Window

Ivermectin Efficacy Against Hantavirus and Vaccine Development

The hosts discuss the potential use of Ivermectin for Hantavirus, noting it is an RNA virus. Dr. Scott Gottlieb dismissed the treatment on television, arguing the drug's mechanism does not work against this specific virus, while the hosts point out that 15 different Hantavirus vaccines are currently in development by various military and health agencies.

Antigenic Drift
Episode 1306 9:57 - 13:34

1306: Antigenic Drift

Viral Mutation Mechanics, Annual Vaccine Requirements, Lockdown Justifications

Sanjay Gupta explains the mechanics of RNA virus mutations, noting that while they are often mundane, they can lead to the necessity of annual vaccinations. There is skepticism regarding whether the "new variant" narrative is being leveraged by politicians to justify continued lockdowns or to secure municipal bailouts through stimulus relief bills. Despite travel bans, officials admit the strain likely already exists within the United States.

Curtain Wranglers
Episode 1241 1:30:00 - 1:32:58

1241: Curtain Wranglers

Plandemic Documentary, Dr. Judy Mikovits and mRNA Vaccines

The "Plandemic" documentary featuring Dr. Judy Mikovits has sparked a wave of coordinated debunking efforts. A key point of contention is the distinction between traditional RNA virus vaccines and experimental mRNA vaccines, which have never been proven to work in humans. While debunkers claim RNA vaccines are common, critics argue they are conflating old-fashioned attenuated vaccines with the new genetic technology being proposed for COVID-19.