February 20, 2025 3-5pm ET
Thursday on The Robert Scott Bell Show:
Hour 1
Special Guest Jonathan Emord
For the past 37 years, Jonathan W. Emord has litigated against the federal bureaucracy, winning over and over again. Ron Paul calls Jonathan “an expert in constitutional theory and history” and “an expert litigatorwith a long string of legal victories over the federal bureaucracy.” George Noory calls him “a Knight in Shining Armor” and “a warrior out to save our rights.” Congressmen Dan Burton and John Doolittle describe him as “an intellectual warrior for the rights and freedoms of people in America.” Jonathan has a unique, detailed knowledge of the federal bureaucracy, the deep state. He knows how to defeat it. Jonathan graduated from the University of Illinois
(BA, political science and history, 1982) and DePaul University College of Law (JD, 1985). He served as an attorney in the Federal Communications Commission during the Reagan administration. A leading constitutional law and litigation expert, he is the author of five critically acclaimed books. He has won more cases against the Food and Drug Administration in federal court than any other attorney in American history, earning him the nickname “FDA Dragon Slayer.” He is a columnist for Townhall.com, PJ Media.com, Americangreatness.com, and the U.S.A. Today Magazine. He frequently appears on national radio and television programs. He is married to Sheryl Emord, and they have two children, twins Justice and Angelica. They reside in Clifton, Virginia.
Pfizer CEO: Vaccine Makers Need Liability Shield to Protect Against People Who Claim ‘Accident in a Car Happened Because of a Vaccine’ Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla has advocated for liability protections for vaccine manufacturers to shield them from unfounded claims, such as individuals attributing unrelated incidents, like car accidents, to vaccine side effects. Bourla emphasizes that without such legal safeguards, pharmaceutical companies could face a barrage of frivolous lawsuits, which could deter innovation and the rapid development of vaccines in response to public health emergencies. He argues that a liability shield is essential to ensure that companies can operate without the constant threat of litigation over baseless claims, allowing them to focus resources on research and development. Critics, however, express concern that such protections might reduce the accountability of vaccine producers and potentially lead to negligence in safety standards. The debate centers on finding a balance between protecting public health interests and ensuring that vaccine manufacturers maintain high safety and ethical standards in their operations.
Establishment GOP Senators Say Trump Is Saving Taxpayer Money ‘Too Fast,’ Demand He Slow Down
A faction of establishment Republican senators has raised concerns over President Donald Trump’s aggressive approach to reducing government spending, suggesting that the rapid pace of budget cuts could have unintended consequences. These senators argue that while fiscal responsibility is important, the administration’s swift actions may lead to disruptions in essential public services and programs. They advocate for a more measured approach to ensure that cost-saving measures do not compromise the effectiveness of government operations or adversely affect vulnerable populations relying on federal assistance. The tension highlights a divide within the Republican Party between those prioritizing immediate fiscal austerity and others cautioning against potential negative impacts of hasty budget reductions.
MSNBC Host Left Stunned by What He Learns About Social Security During a recent broadcast, an MSNBC host expressed astonishment upon discovering new information regarding the current state of the Social Security system. The revelation centered around the program’s financial health and sustainability, with projections indicating potential shortfalls sooner than previously anticipated. Experts highlighted that without significant reforms, the Social Security Trust Fund could face depletion, leading to reduced benefits for future retirees. The discussion underscored the urgency for policymakers to address the looming challenges facing Social Security to ensure its longevity and reliability for upcoming generations.
The End of College Vaccine Mandates President Donald Trump has signed an executive order terminating federal funding to educational institutions that continue to enforce COVID-19 vaccine mandates, effectively ending such requirements in colleges and universities nationwide. This decisive action addresses the contentious issue of mandating COVID-19 vaccinations for students, a policy that has been criticized for lacking a robust scientific basis, especially concerning healthy young adults. Critics argue that these mandates coerced students into choosing between their educational aspirations and personal medical autonomy, often without clear evidence supporting the necessity of such measures. Data comparisons indicate that institutions without vaccine mandates did not experience higher infection rates or severe health outcomes compared to those with strict requirements, calling into question the efficacy and justification of the mandates. The executive order signifies a significant shift in public health policy within higher education, emphasizing the protection of individual rights and bodily autonomy over institutional mandates.
Public is Sick of the Swamp’: RFK Jr. Should Start by Targeting ‘Revolving Door’ Between Big Pharma, Federal Health Agencies**Dr. Vinay Prasad recommends that Robert F. Kennedy Jr., as the new head of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), prioritize addressing the ‘revolving door’ phenomenon between pharmaceutical companies and federal health agencies. This practice, where individuals frequently transition between roles in the industry and regulatory bodies, has raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest and regulatory capture, undermining public trust in health policies. Prasad suggests implementing stricter rules to prevent such movements, thereby ensuring that regulatory decisions are made without undue industry influence. He also advocates for increased transparency in the decision-making processes of health agencies to rebuild credibility and public confidence. By targeting these systemic issues, Kennedy could initiate meaningful reforms that align federal health agencies more closely with public health interests rather than corporate agendas.
Hour 2
Calley Means Stuns CNN Viewers With Two Devastating Takedowns Live on Air In a recent CNN broadcast, former pharmaceutical con
sultant Calley Means engaged in a heated debate with Dr. Paul Offit, a prominent vaccine advocate. Means challenged Offit’s credibility by highlighting his financial ties to pharmaceutical companies, specifically mentioning that Offit had received substantial payments from Merck while serving on the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). Means argued that such conflicts of interest contribute to public distrust in health authorities. He also criticized Offit’s past endorsements of vaccines that were later withdrawn due to safety concerns, suggesting a pattern of premature approvals influenced by industry relationships. The exchange intensified as Means accused Offit of dismissing vaccine-related adverse events and downplaying legitimate concerns about vaccine safety. CNN host Pamela Brown moderated the discussion, which left viewers questioning the impartiality of vaccine recommendations and the potential impact of industry funding on public health decisions.
Special Guest Chris Downey
VaxCalc founder, software developer, freedom fighter, Dad
Chris is the founder and Director of VaxCalc Labs, the informed consent technology company. VaxCalc’s purpose is to create a happier, healthier, more scientific and resilient world by empowering each individual to make their own vaccination decisions – with the tools, technology, planning capability, research and community they need to do it.VaxCalc is the first business that celebrates vaccine hesitancy, providing a structured process, compassionate support, and a global online community for informed vaccination decision-making. VaxCalc expresses Chris’s dream of creating a powerful force for good in the world by overcoming censorship, strengthening and spreading freedom, and creating community.
A two-decade veteran health-freedom advocate, Chris did his own research to protect his children from excessive over-vaccination and the one-size-fits-all dogmatic thinking that afflicts many pediatricians. This lead him to volunteer from 2007 through 2018 as the volunteer Director of Innovation for the National Vaccine Information Center (NVIC). In 2016, he fought successfully to protect and preserve Virginia’s religious exemption. And in 2020, he was an active part of the parent’s revolution in Virginia that swept Governor Youngkin into office.
Chris is also the innovator behind 80:20 AI Consulting, helping you navigate the AI labyrinth.






