A 28-year-old researcher died from a "pneumonia of undetermined origin" after breaking a test tube in a Russian anti-plague lab. Nearly 200 people are now in quarantine over fears of a pneumonic plague outbreak in the Siberia region. Untreated pneumonic plague has nearly 100% fatality. The White House is monitoring the situation. But even the World Health Organization says, based on the current information, "the public health risk to the general population appears to be low.” Is this simply another round of media pandemic panic – and will they vanish from the headlines as quickly as cyclospora, measles, bird flu, and monkeypox? Steve Kirsch breaks through the press-induced anxiety over minor biological threats, analyzes Florida's landmark consumer protection lawsuit against pharmaceutical companies, and reveals new research on blood-brain barrier permeability. James Lindsay examines the escalating riots tearing through France, the tactics of revolutionary political movements, and why Western legal systems tolerate street violence while censoring online speech. LINKS & SOURCES: https://drdrew.com/1052026 James Lindsay is an author, speaker, and the founder and president of New Discourses. He holds a Ph.D. in mathematics from the University of Tennessee and is best known for his criticism of "Woke" ideology, the Grievance Studies Affair, and his bestselling books including Race Marxism and Cynical Theories. He hosts the New Discourses Podcast. Follow at https://x.com/conceptualjames Steve Kirsch is a Silicon Valley entrepreneur, MIT graduate, and philanthropist who has founded seven companies. He is the founder of the COVID-19 Early Treatment Fund and the Vaccine Safety Research Foundation. Kirsch has one of the most widely read Substacks in the world at https://stevekirsch.substack.com/ and can be followed at https://x.com/stkirsch SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Find out more about the brands that make this show possible and get special discounts on Dr. Drew's favorite products at https://drdrew.com/sponsors • PALEOVALLEY - "Paleovalley has a wide variety of extraordinary products that are both healthful and delicious,” says Dr. Drew. Get 15% off your first order at https://drdrew.com/paleovalley • FATTY15 – The future of essential fatty acids is here! Strengthen your cells against age-related breakdown with Fatty15. Get 15% off a 90-day Starter Kit Subscription at https://drdrew.com/fatty15 • THE WELLNESS COMPANY - Be prepared for the next crisis with a Medical Emergency Kit. Learn more at https://twc.health/drew Portions of this program may examine countervailing views on health issues, and do not necessarily represent the views of the hosting platform or producers. This show is for entertainment or informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or attorney before making health or financial decisions. Executive Producers • Kaleb Nation - https://x.com/KalebNation • Susan Pinsky - https://x.com/firstladyoflove Content Producer & Booking • Emily Barsh - https://x.com/emilytvproducer Hosted By • Dr. Drew Pinsky - https://x.com/drdrew About The Show Tired of tribalism and outrage? It's time for a second opinion. From the front lines of the culture war to the front lines of medicine, iconic broadcaster Dr. Drew Pinsky (of "Loveline" with Adam Carolla) brings his unfiltered perspective to today’s most urgent political, cultural, and medical issues. Dr. Drew is a board-certified physician with over 35 years of national radio shows, NYT bestselling books, and countless TV shows bearing his name. He's best known for Celebrity Rehab (VH1), Teen Mom OG (MTV), The Masked Singer (FOX), and multiple hit podcasts. Dr. Drew Pinsky received his undergraduate degree from Amherst College and his M.D. from the University of Southern California. Read more at https://drdrew.com/about