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The intersection of healthcare and politics. Useful, credible information about your health and alternative methods to keep your body and mind healthy.

Dr. Jeffrey Barke is a board-certified primary care physician in private practice for over 30 years. He completed his medical school and family practice residency at the University of California, Irvine. He previously served as an Associate Clinical Professor at U.C. Irvine and a board member of the Orange County Medical Association. Dr. Barke is a commissioned officer in the US Army Reserve Medical Corps. He is also a reserve deputy and a tactical physician for a local law enforcement SWAT team. Dr. Barke also served as an elected school board member for the Los Alamitos Unified School District for 12 years and is the co-founder and current school board chair of a free public charter school in Orange, CA called Orange County Classical Academy that uses Hillsdale College’s curriculum. Dr. Barke is the author of COVID-19, A Physicians Take on the Exaggerated Fear of Corona Virus, Morning Message – Dispelling the Mythes You’ve Been Told about Optimal Health, and his newest book, Unavoidably Unsafe, Childhood Vaccines Reconsidered. He is a sought after speaker on the failure of government education and all things related to holistic health and COVID-19. Dr. Barke is a proud founding member of America’s Frontline Doctors. He is also the co-host of the podcast: InformedDissentMedia.comwww.RxForLiberty.com.

Dr. Mark McDonald – Born and raised in Los Angeles, Dr. Mark McDonald graduated from UC Berkeley before attending medical school at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Trained in both adult and child and adolescent psychiatry at UCLA, he now works primarily with children in private practice in west Los Angeles. Dr. McDonald has lived and worked in Europe, Asia, and Central America. He was the first to diagnose and popularize the phenomenon of mass delusional psychosis, and his opinions on topics such as the pandemic of fear and the need to re-open America’s schools have been widely published in local and national news, including the Wall Street Journal and The Federalist. He has been interviewed on platforms ranging from radio shows (Dennis Prager’s Ultimate Issues Hour) to mainstream news outlets (Tucker Carlson Tonight). He is co-host of the podcast Informed Dissent on the America Out Loud Network and the author of United States of Fear and Freedom From Fear. Links to his books, weekly publications, events, and social media can be found at www.dissidentmd.com.

Informed Dissent
Informed Dissent
Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald

America Out Loud Network © – The intersection of healthcare and politics. Useful, credible information about your health and alternative methods to keep your body and mind healthy.

Hear all things Bobby Kennedy Jr on this episode of Informed Dissent. Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald welcome Mary Holland, formerly of Children’s Health Defense and now working on the Bobby Kennedy for President campaign, to Informed Dissent. Children’s Health Defense (CHD) is a nonprofit organization that advocates for children’s health and safety. CHD focuses on raising awareness about potential risks associated with vaccines, chemicals, and other environmental factors that may impact children’s health. If you don’t know, Bobby Kennedy Jr. is an American environmental lawyer, author, and activist. He is the son of former U.S. Senator and Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy and the nephew of President John F. Kennedy. Bobby Kennedy Jr.’s commitment to environmental causes and his efforts to protect natural resources have made him a respected figure in the realm of environmental activism.  More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed Dissent AND get exclusive Informed Dissent content Enjoy more Informed Dissent content here  The Morning Message with Dr. Jeff Barke  Dr. Mark McDonald’s Substack  Find out more about FTA Support the show For more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

Episode 134 of Informed Dissent with Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald is ready for you to listen. On this episode, Dr. Barke and Dr. McDonald discuss a wide variety of topics including vaccinations, transgenderism, government water, government schools, mean people, taxation, personal appearances, cruising with Dennis Prager, and Cigars. It’s a wide variety of topics and dialogue which further cement the idea that ten wrongs do not make it right. Time to fuel up your very own Informed Dissent. More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed Dissent AND get exclusive Informed Dissent content Enjoy more Informed Dissent content here  The Morning Message with Dr. Jeff Barke  Dr. Mark McDonald’s Substack  Find out more about FTA    Support the show For more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

As the 2024 presidential election campaigns are swinging into full gear, Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald discuss the future of healthcare at the hands of the various candidates like Bobby Kennedy, Joe Biden, Donald Trump, Ron DeSantis, Tim Scott, Larry Elder, and others. The good doctors also discuss future pandemics, vaccines, cigars, whiskey, AI and more. The 133rd episode of Informed Dissent is ready for you. More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed Dissent AND get exclusive Informed Dissent content Enjoy more Informed Dissent content here  The Morning Message with Dr. Jeff Barke  Dr. Mark McDonald’s Substack  Find out more about FTA Support the show For more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

Jessica Tapia was a teacher working for a school in Riverside County, California. She was stalked by students and crucified for her Christian faith and conservative values. She is suing the school district thanks to the non-profit support of Advocates for Faith and Freedom. Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald spend 35 minutes discussing the binary terrorism gripping this country and the systematic destruction of the mental health of our American children. Episode 132 is another puzzle piece of your personal Informed Dissent. Help Jessica Tapia here or connect @@jess_sayinnnConnect with Advocates for Faith and Freedom hereGive to Advocates for Faith and Freedom here More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed Dissent AND get exclusive Informed Dissent content Enjoy more Informed Dissent content here  The Morning Message with Dr. Jeff Barke  Dr. Mark McDonald’s Substack  Find out more about FTA Support the show For more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

On this episode of Informed Dissent Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald explore one of the most alarming health care and political abominations of our time; Gender transitioning “care”. Cat Cattinson is musician and Molecular Biologist. She is also a person who began the process of transitioning from a female to a male. She had a change of heart and mind and began the process of de-transitioning. She is featured in a documentary that will be shown in AMC theaters on June 21st and will be available for download on July 2nd. The title of the documentary is No Way Back: The Reality of Gender-Affirming Care. The film exposes the money-seeking underbelly of a large number of American medical doctors. Stephanie Winn, podcaster and Associate Producer of No Way Back, also joins the the Informed Dissent podcast. Informed Dissent episode 131 where you will learn transgender terms like “binding” and “packing” which have become more publicly known because of the decisions to affirm transgenderism by national businesses like Target, Khols, Walmart, Bud Light, and now Cracker Barrel.   This podcast is full of important information which will solidify your Informed Dissent concerning the social contagion of gender-affirming care. Important Links: […]

Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald take a little time to find out more about the people behind Firearms Training Associates located in Southern California. In this episode you’ll learn why gun training is important for you, our nation and your health. Informed Dissents, episode 130, is available now. Find out more about FTA More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed Dissent AND get exclusive Informed Dissent content Enjoy more Informed Dissent content here:  The Morning Message with Dr. Jeff Barke  Dr. Mark McDonald’s Substack  Support the show For more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

Dr. Jeyanthi Kunadhasan has an extensive background in healthcare and a deep passion for improving patient care. Her strong leadership skills and exceptional problem-solving abilities have made her an influential figure within the medical community. Her studies uncovered inconsistencies within the CDC and in the initial testing by companies charged with the production of a fix for the “pandemic.” She has a dynamic, worldly background and brings news from Australia. Join Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald down under for episode 129: Aussies Outed. You continuing Informed Dissent is available now. Find Dr. Kunadhasan on Twitter @DrJKunadhasan More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed Dissent AND get exclusive Informed Dissent content Enjoy more Informed Dissent content here:  The Morning Message with Dr. Jeff Barke  Dr. Mark McDonald’s Substack  Support the show For more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

Episode 128. How does a county in Florida give back hundreds of thousands of free government money over a false narrative? Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald help you learn how to make this happen in your community. Spend thirty minutes elevating your Informed Dissent with this excellent information on the Health Freedom Bill of Rights from the COVID Tyranny Task Force members Scott Kiley and Dr.. George Yiachos. Free examples & CTTF Template: Template for Success-Ordinance and Resolution Signed Resolution Signed Ordinance More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed Dissent AND get exclusive Informed Dissent content Enjoy more Informed Dissent content here:  The Morning Message with Dr. Jeff Barke  Dr. Mark McDonald’s Substack  Support the show For more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

In this episode of Informed Dissent Dr. Mark discusses the idea of a national divorce along with other random thoughts about our current situation. Enrich your very own Informed Dissent with Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald. Listen and watch now. More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed Dissent AND get exclusive Informed Dissent content Find out more about Dr. Stella here: Enjoy more Informed Dissent content here:  The Morning Message with Dr. Jeff Barke  Dr. Mark McDonald’s Substack  Support the show For more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

The medical community has relied on cholesterol measurements in the bloodstream as a measurement of good heart health but did they get it wrong? Is inflammation the real problem? Is the entire American dietary guideline system an issue? On this episode of Informed Dissent Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald spend time with Dr. Jonny Bowden. Dr. Bowden is a well-known health and nutrition expert, author, and speaker. He has a PhD in nutrition and he has spend a good portion of his life educating people on the benefits of a healthy diet and lifestyle. His books include; “The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth,” “Smart Fat”, and “Living Low Carb.” He is widely respected in the health and nutrition community and is known for his evidence-based approach to nutrition and health. More on Dr. Jonny BowdenBooks by Dr. Jonny BowdenAsk Dr. Jonny Bowden a questionMore Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed Dissent AND get exclusive Informed Dissent content Find out more about Dr. Stella here: Enjoy more Informed Dissent content here:  The Morning Message with Dr. Jeff Barke  Dr. Mark McDonald’s Substack  Support the show For more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed […]

You will remember her from the very first press conference with the Front Line Doctors on the steps of the nation’s capital. A press conference that smashed the Internet and was pull down immediately by the “powers that be.” Join Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald for an update on Dr. Stella Immanuel in episode 125 of Informed Dissent. Get read for Nurse Fire and Dr. Brimstone.  More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed Dissent AND get exclusive Informed Dissent content Find out more about Dr. Stella here: Enjoy more Informed Dissent content here:  The Morning Message with Dr. Jeff Barke  Dr. Mark McDonald’s Substack  Support the show For more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald have message. Don’t be scared and help others to do the same. Check out the latest episode of Informed Dissent. More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed Dissent AND get exclusive Informed Dissent content Enjoy more Informed Dissent content here:  The Morning Message with Dr. Jeff Barke  Dr. Mark McDonald’s Substack  Support the show For more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

Episode 123 of Informed Dissent with Dr. Jeff Barke and Dr. Mark McDonald with special guest Blaze Network talk show host, Steve Deace. On this episode, join the discussion about evil with the new movie, Nefarious (in theaters now), at the heart of the discussion. Steve wrote the book which spawned the movie which spawned the book. Find out what that means and feast on an intense conversation about our nation’s mental and spiritual health. Add to your Informed Dissent foundation by listening now and becoming a member of or Patreon community by clicking the IDM Dissident link.   More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed Dissent AND get exclusive Informed Dissent content Enjoy more Informed Dissent content here:  The Morning Message with Dr. Jeff Barke  Dr. Mark McDonald’s Substack  Support the show For more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

Episode 122 of Informed Dissent features a talk with Jeffrey Tucker. Jeffrey is a writer, speaker, and economist. He is the editorial director for the American Institute for Economic Research (AIER). Tucker is known for his work on economics, technology, and culture, and has authored several books, including “Bourbon for Breakfast: Living Outside the Statist Quo” and “It’s a Jetsons World: Private Miracles and Public Crimes.” He is a regular contributor to various online publications and has been featured on numerous media outlets. He is also founder of Brownstone Institute formed as a response to the global crisis created by policy responses to the Covid-19 pandemic of 2020 and the willingness of people to relinquish freedom and fundamental human rights in the name of managing a public health. The consequences were devastating and you’ll get a chance to hear Jeffrey, Mark, and Jeff discuss past, present, and future. More Jeff and Mark Stuff: Become an IDM Dissident and support Informed Dissent AND get exclusive Informed Dissent content Enjoy more Informed Dissent content here:  The Morning Message with Dr. Jeff Barke  Dr. Mark McDonald’s Substack  Support the show For more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us […]

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