Ep.25 - Fired for Speaking Out: Dr. Kheriaty's Battle with UC Irvine

In this new episode of the Virtuous Leaders Podcast, Dr. Johann D'Souza sits down with Dr. Aaron Kheriaty to unravel the complex landscape of medical ethics, pandemic responses, and the critical battle for individual medical freedom that has defined our recent global experience. They delve into the scientific and ethical implications of vaccine mandates, government overreach, and the importance of maintaining individual medical consent and moral courage. Key Discussion Points: The ethical challenges of COVID-19 vaccine mandates and their impact on individual medical autonomy The historical context of medical ethics, including the Nuremberg Code and informed consent The phenomenon of mass formation and psychological dynamics during the pandemic Legal challenges against government censorship and healthcare restrictions The importance of speaking truth in the face of institutional pressure The long-term implications of pandemic policies on medical ethics and individual rights The role of medical professionals in defending patient autonomy and evidence-based healthcare Timestamp: 00:00:00 - Introduction and background on Dr. Aaron Kheriaty's expertise 00:01:05 - Dr. Kheriaty's experience being fired from UC Irvine for challenging vaccine mandates 00:03:20 - The Nuremberg Code and the principles of informed medical consent 00:05:45 - Mass formation psychology during the COVID-19 pandemic 00:09:35 - Testifying before the Senate on pandemic response and medical ethics 00:13:05 - The Missouri v. Biden lawsuit and government censorship challenges 00:16:20 - Life after leaving academia and maintaining professional integrity 00:18:15 - Conclusion and final thoughts on medical ethics and moral courage Resources and Links: Listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts. Watch this podcast video on YouTube. Discover Dr. Kheriaty's book "The New Abnormal: The Rise of the Biomedical Security State" Brownstone Institute: https://brownstone.org/  Ethics and Public Policy Center: https://eppc.org/  Dr. Kheriaty's Website: https://aaronkheriaty.com/