#2277 - Woody Harrleson

Discussion on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast points to serious concerns about the handling of the Covid-19 pandemic, the role of the media, and the government's actions during this period.

Pandemic Response Marked by Profiteering, Corruption, and Misinformation

Joe Rogan and guests like Woody Harrelson discuss issues surrounding the pandemic response, including the promotion of vaccines and the roles of various drugs.

Vaccines Promoted Without Proof Of Preventing Transmission, Side Effects Downplayed

Rogan states that claims the COVID vaccine would stop the virus later shifted to claims that it would lessen symptoms, which he considers unprovable due to the lack of studies. He also references a Yale study showing that people produce spike protein for an extended period post-vaccination—a fact that was unexpected. He asserts that his guest's comments on vaccine side effects were accurate and discusses how the dangers of the vaccine, specifically when the vaccine ingredients travel to the heart, are not being widely disseminated.

[restricted term] and [restricted term] Restrictions Possibly Cost Lives

Rogan suggests that treatments like [restricted term] and [restricted term] were barred in favor of vaccines, potentially costing lives. He and Harrelson discuss difficulties in obtaining these drugs and criticize the media for misrepresenting facts about [restricted term] as a dangerous drug. Rogan highlighted an incident where media outlets wrongly claimed that people overdosed on [restricted term] and that emergency rooms were blocked, using a misleading photo.

Media and Government Collaborated To Control Narrative and Censor Dissent

There is a clear consensus between Rogan and Harrelson that mainstream media and the government worked together to control the narrative around Covid-19 and the vaccines. This includes the restriction of certain drugs and the defamation of dissenting voices in the media. Rogan talks about the government contacting social media companies to remove true but "harmful" information and how this represents serious censorship.

Pandemic Eroded Trust in Institutions and Media

The hosts explore the loss of trust in institutions, feeling that the response to the pandemic demonstrated a breakdown in credibility.

Frustration and Resentment From Mandates, Lockdowns, and Suppressed Viewpoints

Rogan and Harrelson voice the public's frustration with mandates, lockdowns, and the suppression of viewpoints. They note that even individuals who were previously sick with Covid-19 were required to get vaccinated, contrary to expert advice. They suggest that this has eroded people's faith ...

Woody Harrelson and Joe Rogan dive into discussions of systemic corruption within the pharmaceutical industry and the military-industrial complex, highlighting a pattern of profiteering and unethical behavior that raises significant concerns over the moral compass steering these sectors.

Pharmaceutical Firms Like Pfizer Profited From Pandemic, Cut Safety Corners

Woody Harrelson calls attention to the staggering profits that pharmaceutical companies like Pfizer amassed during the pandemic, questioning the ethics behind these earnings.

Vaccines Were Rushed With Inadequate Trials, Data Manipulated to Exaggerate Effectiveness

Harrelson expresses skepticism about the safety of vaccines, suggesting that they were rushed through inadequate trials. Joe Rogan echoes this sentiment, insinuating that the data from vaccine trials might have been manipulated or selectively reported to exaggerate their effectiveness. He uses the misinformation or misinterpretation around a vaccine's efficacy as an example, referring to an overstated claim of 100% effectiveness when the actual benefit might have been marginal.

Pharma Firms Sought Liability Waivers, Product Mandates

Rogan and Harrelson discuss the goal of removing liability waivers for vaccines to ensure they undergo proper trials. They hint at the problematic nature of pharmaceutical firms seeking these waivers and pushing for product mandates.

Military-Industrial Complex Profits From War and Conflict

Harrelson highlights that wars are often prolonged for profit, noting the Vietnam War and Richard Nixon's alleged interference with the peace process as examples.

Vietnam, Drugs, and Afghanistan Wars: Profiteering and Truth Suppression

Harrelson and Rogan talk about how Lyndon Johnson accused Nixon of prolonging the Vietnam War for profit. They also discuss the war in Afghanistan, pointing out the U.S.'s involvement in guarding poppy fields and the significant opium production in the country while it was under U.S. occupation. Following a military coup in Myanmar, the country surpassed Afghanistan in heroin production.

Private Prisons and Victimless Crime Laws Enable Systemic Exploitation

The conversation shifts to the domestic exploitati ...

Joe Rogan and Woody Harrelson delve into the roles of psychedelics in ancient spirituality, their therapeutic potential, and the historical background of drug prohibition based on profit motives rather than public health concerns.

Psychedelics in Spiritual and Therapeutic Practices

Rogan and Harrelson propose that psychedelic substances have a profound history of inspiring spiritual experiences and are now being recognized for their therapeutic benefits.

Psychedelics Like Psilocybin, LSD, and Ayahuasca May Have Inspired Ancient Religions

Joe Rogan refers to historian Graham Hancock's studies of ancient civilizations, stating they might have used psychedelics as part of their sophisticated cultures around 12,000 years ago. Hancock, who is an enthusiast of ayahuasca, suggests these substances could have played a significant role in the development of religious understanding and practices. Rogan also brings up “The Sacred Mushroom and the Cross” by John Marco Allegro as literature supporting the idea that ancient spiritual experiences were influenced by psychedelics.

Psychedelics Promising For Depression, PTSD, and Addiction Treatment

Wood Harrelson refers to psychedelics as "God's little helper" for offering an alternative perspective on reality. Joe Rogan touches on how the peace and love movement of the 1960s was inspired by psychedelics, suggesting they've always had a revolutionary impact on societal perceptions.

Profit and Propaganda, Not Public Health, Drive Drug Prohibition

The conversation turns to drug prohibition history, highlighting how economic interests and propaganda led to the criminalization of substances like marijuana.

Racism and Industry Threats Fueled Marijuana Criminalization

Joe Rogan points out that the criminalization of marijuana in the United States originated from 1930s propaganda. Rogan and Harrelson suggest that after the end of alcohol prohibition, an economic motive drove the initial push to ban marijuana, not health concerns. They reference figures such as Harry Anslinger and Randolph Hearst, who profited from marijuana prohibition and spread fear through propaganda films like "Reefer Madness."

Suppression of Alternative Health By Banning Psychedelics and Natural Remedies

Discussion on the illegality of marijuana at the federal level leads to criticism of legislating morality, which is out of step with public opinion. Most people, they argue, believe individuals should have the freedom to smoke if they wish. They also question why Texas ha ...

Joe Rogan and Woody Harrelson delve into the issues of money's influence in politics, discussing the ways in which profit can take precedence over public interest and humanity.

Money in Politics Lets Special Interests Shape Policy Over Public Interest

Lobbying and Donations Used by Pharmaceutical, Fossil Fuel, and Military Contractors to Protect Profits

Joe Rogan points out that people with wealth continue to seek more money, impacting society and perpetuating harmful practices because they are profiting from them. Harrelson and Rogan note private prison unions advocate for keeping victimless crime laws to protect their profits. They use the example of Jim Crow laws, and how the abolition of slavery led to the arrest of people for minor offenses, to work for free—this is an instance of laws serving special interests. Rogan explains how the influence of money in politics, pharmaceuticals, and war contributes to societal division.

Woody Harrelson observes that every Congressional member accepts money from Big Pharma, implying a potential impact on policy-making. Joe Rogan indicates that politicians may face primaries if they resist removing liability waivers for vaccines, given overwhelming evidence. The conversation also addresses the inclusion of hepatitis B vaccines in the children's vaccine schedule due to poor sales, highlighting the intertwining of pharmaceutical profit and vaccine policy.

Joe Rogan claims media institutions are funded by pharmaceutical companies and political groups, suggesting financial incentives could shape content. He accuses these entities of pushing specific narratives, particularly during the pandemic. Rogan and Harrelson suggest drug prohibition rules are influenced by those with financial interests.

Harrelson talks about presidents, like Jimmy Carter, whose political decisions against powerful special interests may cost them politically. Joe Rogan discusses the Iran-Contra affair, during which illegal drug sales funded covert operations, exemplifying the corrupt interaction between criminal profit-making and political agendas.

Information Suppression, Dissent Demonization, Democratic Erosion

Rogan contends that misinformation should not be censored by government bodies, referencing a period in 2020 when such censorship appeared imminent. He contends that mainstream media, influenced by government and Big Pharma, censored themselves. Rogan suggests that media profits correlate with narratives preferred by financial backers, possibly leading to information suppression and the discouragement of dissenting views.

A "trusted news initiative" is mentioned that reportedly prevented certain news from reaching the public, indicating potential information suppression. Rogan calls for valid, peer-reviewed studies, suggesting a need to combat suppressed information and demonized dissent. Corruption and the desire for honest information is implied throughout their conversation, as well as the absence of a moral and ethical structure in society.

Open Dialogue Is Key to Social and Political Challenges

Engaging With Differing Views Fosters Understanding and Solutions

Joe Rogan criticizes the concept that having a discussion with someone, regardless of disagreement, is wrong. He advocates for conversations with people who may convey the truth, which is especially important for those with large audiences. Rogan's willingness to talk with his critics shows his belief in open dialogue as a way to addres ...