# "49" - COVID Cover-Up Claims, Vaccine Risks & Breaking the Doom Loop: Science Meets Mental Health

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Podcast: [No BS with Brad Smith](https://stenobird.com/podcast/no-bs-with-brad-smith-7712062)
Published: 2026-05-06T09:55:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2580

## Resource

Nicola Hulscher, epidemiologist with the McCullough Foundation, discusses controversial claims around COVID-19 vaccine safety signals, Senate investigations, and alleged government cover-ups. Then, Dr. Oren Amitay, clinical psychologist, shifts the conversation toward mental health, breaking down how to stop negative thought loops, manage anxiety, and use positive self-talk to regain control. A mix of high-stakes debate and practical tools for your mindset

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