Episode 494: OZEMPIC FALLOUT, EU’S FREE SPEECH CRACKDOWN & A DOCTOR FIGHTS FOR FREEDOM

As millions turn to Ozempic to lose weight fast, and concerns are mounting over improper use, reports of blindness, life-threatening side effects, and billions in lawsuits are piling up. We look at the risks, the rush to prescribe, and what may be getting missed.Then, as Europe and the U.K. push new online speech rules that could reach American platforms, Jefferey tracks the growing fight over who gets to decide what you can say online.Next, a major new investigation is putting COVID vaccines and military deaths under the microscope. Who joined forces to spark the review?Plus, Dr. Ron Elfenbein helped the government expand access to monoclonal antibodies during COVID. Now, the doctor is facing a prison sentence after he spoke out against the U.S. government’s decision to pull the treatment.Finally, just in time for Halloween, the crunchy moms behind Tricked by the Treat are back with brand-new clean treats for your kids, more candy they’ll love, and a way to keep the magic of Halloween alive, without the scary ingredients.Guests: Dr. Ron Elfenbein, Jenn Sherry Parry, Alexa Sherry ParryAirdate: September 17, 2026Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.