June 6, 2025 3-5pm ET
Friday on The Robert Scott Bell Show:
Hour 1
FDA Approved Hundreds of Drugs With No Evidence They Work A comprehensive two-year investigation by The Lever and the McGraw Center has revealed that from 2013 to 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved 429 new drugs, with 73% failing to meet the agency’s four foundational standards for demonstrating efficacy. Alarmingly, 55 of these drugs met only one standard, while 39 met none. Over half of the approvals were based on preliminary data, lacking concrete evidence that patients experienced symptom relief, improved function, or extended survival. This trend is particularly concerning in the realm of oncology, where only 2.4% of 123 cancer drugs approved during this period met all four criteria, and 81% were approved based on surrogate endpoints like tumor shrinkage rather than tangible patient benefits. The accelerated approval pathway, initially designed to expedite access to promising treatments, has been increasingly utilized, often without subsequent confirmatory trials to validate efficacy. This shift has resulted in patients and insurers bearing the costs of drugs whose benefits remain unproven, effectively turning patients into test subjects post-approval. The investigation underscores the need for the FDA to reinforce its commitment to rigorous scientific standards to ensure that approved medications offer real therapeutic value and do not expose patients to unnecessary risks.
Special Guest: Kathleen Haden
With over 25 years dedicated to the health & wellness industry, Kathleen Haden has owned wellness centers for more than two decades. She holds credentials as a Kinesiologist, Personal Trainer, Master Pilates Teacher, Hatha and Yin Yoga instructor, Aquatic Specialist, Sound Therapist, and Massage Therapist, backed by a BS in Kinesiology and Bio-Mechanics/Dance, along with an MBA. As a respected speaker, presenter, and teacher, Kathleen shares the latest industry insights, backed by her authorship of training manuals, books, and articles.
As an energy healer, Kathleen focuses on restoring mind, body, and spirit integration, showcasing an innovative and creative approach to client programming. Alongside her husband, John Anthony, she co-founded Good Vibrations Music Co., a successful venture creating Frequency Infused Music™ for their aquatic program. This endeavor has grown to possess one of the largest libraries of Frequency Infused Music™ for supporting and balancing life’s conditions. Through GVM, she introduces powerful vibrational tools globally, contributing to individual well-being on a profound scale.
Welcome back to another “Homeopathic Hits” episode on The Robert Scott Bell Show!
Today’s spotlight is on Fragaria vesca, also known as the wild strawberry. While this plant may be better known for its sweet, nutritious fruit, in homeopathy it serves a more clinical role—targeting mineral buildup in the body, metabolic waste accumulation, and sluggish digestive function.
Let’s discover why this berry is more than just dessert—it’s a detox dynamo.
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Hour 2
The Arrogance of ‘Experts’ In his article, Louis Conte critiques the perceived overconfidence of public health authorities and the media during the COVID-19 pandemic, arguing that their unwavering stance contributed to public mistrust. Conte highlights instances where experts, such as Dr. Anthony Fauci, made definitive statements that were later contradicted by emerging data, leading to confusion and skepticism among the public. He suggests that the dismissal of alternative viewpoints and the labeling of dissenting opinions as misinformation stifled healthy scientific debate. By presenting their guidance as infallible, these experts may have inadvertently undermined their credibility, especially when subsequent findings challenged their earlier assertions. Conte emphasizes the importance of humility and openness in scientific discourse, advocating for a more inclusive approach that considers diverse perspectives. He warns that the failure to acknowledge uncertainties and the marginalization of dissent can erode public trust, which is crucial for effective public health responses. The article calls for a reevaluation of how expertise is communicated, urging experts to engage transparently with the public and to foster an environment where questioning and critical thinking are encouraged rather than suppressed.
Special Guest: Dr. Michelle Jorgensen
Dr. Michelle Jorgensen is a former traditional dentist turned holistic health pioneer, who helps exhausted, health-conscious people finally feel like themselves again—by starting where health actually begins: your cells. She’s the founder of Living Well with Dr. Michelle and author of the upcoming book by the same name, which reveals how to decode your symptoms and give your body exactly what it needs to heal, thrive, and stay energized—without the fads, overwhelm, or guesswork. If you’re tired of chasing health trends and still not feeling better, this conversation is for you.
Common Supplements and Medications Could Cause Liver Damage, Studies Show Recent research has revealed that a wide range of common supplements and over-the-counter medications may contribute to drug-induced liver injury (DILI), a serious condition with an estimated incidence of 13.9 to 19.1 cases per 100,000 people. The liver, being the primary organ responsible for metabolizing ingested substances, is vulnerable to damage from both synthetic drugs and natural products when metabolic processes are disrupted. Certain populations—such as those with pre-existing liver conditions, nutritional deficiencies, or individuals who are pregnant—are at greater risk of experiencing hepatotoxicity from these compounds. Specific supplements identified as potential culprits include turmeric (particularly when combined with black pepper to enhance absorption), green tea extract (notably high in epigallocatechin gallate or EGCG), ashwagandha, garcinia cambogia, red yeast rice (which contains natural statins), and black cohosh, which is often used to relieve menopausal symptoms. While these supplements are widely perceived as “natural” and therefore safe, the report stresses that this perception may lead users to ignore dosage guidelines or forego consulting medical professionals before use. Experts warn that the supplement industry is poorly regulated, meaning labels may not always reflect actual contents, and consumers could unknowingly ingest harmful quantities or contaminants. The article also highlights that some individuals metabolize compounds more slowly, which increases the risk of accumulation and liver toxicity. Though the studies cited do not definitively establish causality for all reported cases, healthcare professionals urge caution, emphasizing the need for liver monitoring and medical guidance before initiating any supplement regimen. These findings underscore a growing concern among clinicians that even seemingly harmless health products can pose serious risks when not used responsibly, reinforcing the need for improved regulation and public awareness.
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