Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently appeared on Bill Maher’s Club Random podcast, following his appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast. However, both Rogan and Maher failed to challenge Kennedy on his unsupported claims about vaccines. During the podcast, Kennedy stated that there are “over 100 studies” supporting the claim that vaccines cause autism, which goes against the consensus of credible scientific organizations such as the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and Autism Speaks. Maher did not question Kennedy’s claim or ask for evidence to support it.
Maher missed an opportunity to ask Kennedy where these “over 100 studies” were published, who conducted them, and how they were scientifically peer-reviewed. Different interpretations of what constitutes a “study” can vary, so it would have been important to clarify this on the podcast. Maher also didn’t inquire about Kennedy’s book, where he allegedly lists these studies, leaving viewers wondering if they need to purchase the book to scrutinize the evidence.
Later in the podcast, Kennedy claimed that vaccines are “the only medicine that never gets tested,” which is an absurd statement. Vaccines undergo rigorous testing in pre-clinical and clinical trials before receiving authorization from the FDA. Vaccines are subject to stricter regulations than supplements. Maher could have clarified this point by asking Kennedy to elaborate on his statement, but he failed to do so.
Kennedy suggested that vaccines should be tested in the same way as other medications, but vaccines already undergo placebo-controlled randomized controlled trials and other methodologies to ensure their safety and efficacy. It is crucial to use a range of different studies and methodologies to draw conclusions in scientific research. Additionally, testing protocols should be tailored to the specific properties of the medical product being evaluated.
Kennedy also expressed doubt about the effectiveness of the Covid-19 vaccine, suggesting there is no advantage to getting vaccinated. However, numerous scientific studies conducted by reputable institutions, including the CDC, NIH, WHO, and New Zealand Ministry of Health, consistently demonstrate the benefits of Covid-19 vaccines in preventing severe illness and hospitalization.
It is worth noting that Maher has a history of making statements that contradict scientific evidence, such as defending the use of ivermectin for Covid-19. During the podcast, both Maher and Kennedy claimed to believe in science, but actions speak louder than words. Believing in science means demanding evidence and not spreading misinformation. Maher should have challenged Kennedy’s claims and insisted on concrete evidence during the interview.
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