The Joe Rogan Experience

#1671 - Bret Weinstein & Dr. Pierre Kory

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Jun 22, 2021
Bret Weinstein, an evolutionary biologist and host of the DarkHorse podcast, joins Dr. Pierre Kory, an ICU specialist and ivermectin expert. They dive into the origins of COVID-19 and the evolving treatment landscape, emphasizing the importance of ivermectin. The discussion also tackles the challenges of censorship faced by health professionals and content creators discussing effective treatments. They critique the media's portrayal of ivermectin and question the biases in health recommendations, urging a more open dialogue in medical discussions.
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INSIGHT

Shifting Narratives

  • The narrative around the pandemic's origin has shifted, with the lab-leak theory gaining acceptance.
  • Rogan highlights the initial censorship of the lab-leak theory and the subsequent change in public opinion despite no new major evidence.
INSIGHT

True vs. False Consensus

  • Weinstein differentiates between true scientific consensus (like plate tectonics) and the current COVID "consensus."
  • He argues that the COVID "consensus" is handed down, not derived from open debate and challenge, unlike real scientific progress.
ANECDOTE

Coughing and Cynicism

  • Dr. Kory shares an anecdote about facing suspicion due to coughing during interviews.
  • He expresses cynicism about agencies, highlighting inconsistencies like the delayed acknowledgment of airborne transmission despite super-spreader events.
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