Apr 1, 2026 3-5pm ET
Monday on The Robert Scott Bell Show:
Hour 1
CDC Advisory Committee on COVID Vaccine Injury Testimony Shut Down by Federal Judge Ruling A federal judge in Massachusetts issued a temporary restraining order on March 13, 2026, that effectively shut down planned testimony on COVID-19 vaccine injuries at the upcoming Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting, ruling in favor of the American Academy of Pediatrics and allied medical organizations who argued that recent policy changes under HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. — including the reconstitution of ACIP and votes narrowing routine childhood vaccine recommendations — violated the Federal Advisory Committee Act and posed irreparable harm to public health by reducing vaccination coverage. The TRO blocks enforcement of the revised ACIP recommendations and prohibits the committee from hearing certain public testimony or proceeding with votes that would further alter federal guidance until a full preliminary injunction hearing can be held, citing concerns that the new committee composition lacks balanced expertise and that open discussion of vaccine injuries could undermine confidence in immunization programs. Children’s Health Defense and health freedom advocates condemned the ruling as an unprecedented judicial interference that silences injured families and prevents transparent review of safety data, arguing that the original lawsuit by the AAP and coalition represents an attempt by legacy medical organizations to maintain control over vaccine policy and suppress dissenting voices. The article notes that the judge’s decision temporarily restores prior ACIP guidance for school and healthcare settings, effectively pausing Kennedy’s efforts to shift toward individualized risk-benefit assessment and greater scrutiny of post-marketing surveillance signals in systems like VAERS. Legal experts cited in the piece are divided: some view the TRO as a proper procedural safeguard against hasty policy changes with potential population-level risks, while others see it as overreach that prioritizes institutional interests over open scientific debate and the rights of vaccine-injured individuals to be heard. The development underscores ongoing legal battles over federal vaccine policy under the current administration, with implications for state-level mandates, public trust, and the balance between executive authority and judicial oversight in public health decision-making. CHD maintains that the ruling highlights the resistance of entrenched interests to greater transparency and accountability on vaccine safety, and vows to continue advocating for injured families and for policies that prioritize genuine informed consent and individualized medicine over universal mandates.
Special Guest: Tracy Slepcevic
Tracy Slepcevic is an Author, Certified Integrative Health Coach, Keynote Speaker, US Air Force Veteran, and the founder of Pur Health, LLC.
She is educated in the field of Complementary and Alternative Medicine and has dedicated over 14 years to researching various treatments and therapies for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Over the years, she has worked with various doctors, scientists, advocates, and researchers, and she has made it her mission to educate families on the importance of living a healthy lifestyle.
Today, Tracy runs a successful health coaching business where she assists her clients in implementing lifestyle changes to improve their overall health and wellness. She continues to provide support to parents of children with special needs and guide them on their healing journey. For more information on Tracy.
Welcome to another insightful episode of “Homeopathic Hits” on The Robert Scott Bell Show.
Today’s Homeopathic Hit is Butyricum Acidum, a volatile acid obtained chiefly from butter.
Boericke presents this remedy as acting on the nervous system and digestive tract, producing anxiety, fear, impulsive thoughts, gastric disturbance, and cramping, along with characteristic offensive perspiration and nail changes.
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Hour 2
Phthalates linked to higher risk of infant death and prematurity, study finds A large prospective study published in JAMA Pediatrics has found that higher prenatal exposure to phthalates — a class of synthetic chemicals widely used as plasticizers in food packaging, personal care products, medical devices, and household items — is associated with increased risks of preterm birth, low birth weight, and infant mortality in the first year of life. Researchers analyzed urine samples from more than 5,000 pregnant women across multiple U.S. cohorts and measured 13 different phthalate metabolites, then tracked pregnancy outcomes and infant health through the first year. Women in the highest quartile of exposure to certain phthalates, particularly di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and its metabolites, had a 25–45% higher risk of preterm birth (<37 weeks) and a 30–50% increased likelihood of delivering a low-birth-weight infant (<2,500 grams) compared to those in the lowest exposure quartile, after adjusting for maternal age, race/ethnicity, education, smoking status, BMI, and socioeconomic factors. The study also documented a dose-dependent association with infant death in the first year, with the highest exposure group showing nearly double the risk of neonatal or post-neonatal mortality, largely driven by complications related to prematurity and respiratory distress. Phthalates are known endocrine disruptors that can interfere with thyroid and reproductive hormones, promote inflammation, and alter placental function, all of which may contribute to adverse pregnancy outcomes. The chemicals are ubiquitous in the modern environment — leaching from plastic containers into food, present in fragranced personal care products, and found in medical tubing used during labor and delivery — making complete avoidance difficult, though the researchers noted that dietary sources (especially fatty foods packaged in plastic) and personal care products are major contributors to exposure. The authors recommend practical exposure-reduction steps for pregnant women, including using glass or stainless steel containers, avoiding microwaving plastics, choosing fragrance-free products, and opting for fresh or minimally packaged foods when possible. The findings add to a substantial body of evidence linking phthalates to reproductive and developmental harms and support calls for stronger federal regulation, including bans on certain phthalates in food contact materials and consumer products, as already implemented in the European Union and several U.S. states for children’s items. The article notes that while the study cannot prove direct causation due to its observational design, the consistent dose-response relationships and biological plausibility strengthen the case for precautionary action to protect vulnerable populations from these persistent environmental chemicals.
Special Guest: Tim James
Tim is one of those guys that will leave you feeling younger and more energetic just by hearing him speak. His passion flows out of him like a fresh waterfall in a dry desert. He’s turning 50 but feels like he’s 18 (with more energy!) What’s his secret?
After suffering from multiple health issues, including rectal bleeding, two separate skin issues, chronic acid indigestion and surgery to remove one of his organs due to serious digestive issues, Tim knew something had to change.
But it was only after watching his closest ones die of cancer and the untimely death of his younger brother that he finally decided to take action. Tim’s journey led him to a shocking discovery which helped his friend beat cancer and transform every area of his life. Feeling charged with a duty to help others he started sharing his knowledge with anyone that would listen.
This led him to producing his own chemical free food products. ‘Chemical Free Body’ was born. Tim’s inbox is constantly flooded with people singing and dancing about how his products and advice have given them a life they couldn’t believe was possible. His story will have you laughing, crying and gasping but most importantly he will give you the recipe to a longer, happier and healthier life.
Comment of The Day!
Hi Robert,
Just wanted to say thank you so much for answering my vitamin supplement questions!
The way you (and your team) come to the aid of others and share your wealth of knowledge is truly remarkable. I’m so very thankful and grateful to each of you.
Kristin
MAHA Groups Urge Trump Not to Expand School Meat Consumption Several organizations aligned with the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement sent a letter to President Donald Trump on March 25, 2026, urging him not to support or implement policies that would increase meat consumption in school lunch programs, arguing that such a move would undermine efforts to address the childhood obesity and chronic disease epidemic by promoting diets high in processed and factory-farmed meats linked to inflammation, cardiovascular risk, and environmental harm. The letter, signed by groups including the MAHA Institute, Children’s Health Defense, and various regenerative agriculture and nutrition advocates, acknowledges the importance of high-quality protein in children’s diets but emphasizes that the focus should be on nutrient-dense, minimally processed sources — including grass-fed beef, pasture-raised poultry, and wild-caught fish — rather than expanding volume of conventionally raised, grain-fed, antibiotic-treated, and highly processed meat products currently dominant in the National School Lunch Program. The groups contend that increasing meat servings without strict quality standards would exacerbate metabolic dysfunction, given that many school-served meats are high in omega-6 fatty acids from corn and soy feed, contain residues of hormones and antibiotics, and are often paired with ultra-processed sides, contributing to the poor metabolic health already affecting a majority of American children. They point to evidence that diets emphasizing whole foods, vegetables, healthy fats, and properly raised animal proteins improve insulin sensitivity, reduce inflammation, and support cognitive development better than diets heavy in processed meats and refined carbohydrates. The letter also highlights environmental and ethical concerns, noting that industrial meat production relies heavily on glyphosate-treated feed crops, contributes to water pollution and antibiotic resistance, and raises animal welfare issues that conflict with regenerative agriculture principles supported by parts of the MAHA agenda. While acknowledging Trump’s support for American farmers and rural economies, the signatories argue that expanding school meat consumption should prioritize regenerative, grass-based systems that benefit soil health, biodiversity, and farmer profitability without increasing reliance on chemical-intensive monocultures. They recommend policies that incentivize procurement of higher-quality, locally sourced proteins, integrate nutrition education emphasizing balanced whole-food plates, and avoid pitting meat against plant-based options in a false dichotomy, instead focusing on reducing ultra-processed foods across all categories. The article notes that the letter comes amid broader MAHA efforts to reform school nutrition, reduce ultra-processed food additives, and shift federal dietary guidelines toward prevention of chronic disease rather than management through medication, while the meat industry and some agricultural groups have pushed for increased school meat allocations to support domestic producers. The response from the Trump administration has not been detailed in the report, but the letter underscores internal tensions within MAHA-aligned circles over how to balance support for American agriculture with the movement’s core focus on metabolic health and reduction of processed foods.Remember Friends, The Power to Heal is Yours!
