The Highwire with Del Bigtree

Filmmakers Mikki Willis and Matt Guthrie open up about the making of Follow the Silenced—a bold new documentary that gives voice to those vaccine-injured and silenced during the COVID era. Featuring exclusive recorded calls with FDA’s Dr. Peter Marks and CDC officials, the film reveals the hidden cost of government censorship. After fleeing California amid backlash, the filmmakers returned for a triumphant Hollywood premiere—where the film took home “Best of Fest” and “Best Director” at the Santa Monica Film Festival. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2025

Health Freedom Defense President Leslie Manookian joins Del Bigtree to share how she helped pass one of the most powerful health freedom laws in the country. Jefferey Jaxen reports on RFK Jr.’s explosive press conference confronting the autism epidemic, new momentum in Florida to end water fluoridation, and a jaw-dropping new flu shot study. Then, actor and environmental activist Ian Somerhalder joins Del to talk about his transition from Hollywood to healing the planet through regenerative agriculture in his documentaries Kiss the Ground and Common Ground.Guests: Leslie Manookian, Ian Somerhalder, Aaron Siri, Esq. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2025

Free speech is facing an unprecedented crackdown across the UK and Europe. The UK’s Online Safety Act and the EU’s sweeping Digital Services Act are driving small forums offline, pressuring U.S. platforms to silence users, and even tasking British pubs with policing conversations under new “hate speech” rules. Is this the end of open dialogue in the West? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

Big Pharma is under fire. A judge just rejected Johnson & Johnson’s $10 billion talc settlement offer, and Bayer faces a stunning $2.1 billion loss in a Roundup lawsuit. Now, both companies are scrambling for immunity from future legal blowback across the U.S. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

First, from pesticide lawsuits to mRNA vaccine bans, Jefferey Jaxen breaks down major health freedom battles across the U.S. and abroad; Aaron Siri, Esq. & React19’s Brianne Dressen expose new legal action against AstraZeneca; Filmmakers Mikki Willis & Matthew Guthrie reveal the truth behind Follow the Silenced; EXCLUSIVE: Secret recordings of Dr. Peter Marks admitting vaccine harm behind closed doors. PLUS: A shocking virtual timeline drops soon, featuring never-before-seen FDA docs and footage from the COVID-19 vaccine rollout. Visit TheRealPeterMarks.com Press conference + full timeline release: April 16, 2025 #TheHighWire #ICAN #FollowTheSilenced #PeterMarks #VaccineInjuries #HealthFreedom Guests: Brianne Dressen, Aaron Siri, Esq., Matt Guthrie, Mikki Willis Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

RFK Jr. Cuts HHS Staff by 20k; Jefferey Jaxen Reports on the War on Elon Musk, 23andMe is shopping around your data, and Idaho Medical Freedom Bill Hits a Snag; Gastroenterologist explains whether Probiotic Yogurts actually help or harm your gut. Guest: Sabine Hazan, M.D. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2025

While nearly 30 states are moving toward banning dangerous dyes in food, the American Beverage Association is fighting back in the same playbook as big pharma lobbyists to bully government officials. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 5 April 2025

RFK Jr. continues to rake in huge wins this week with the official confirmation of two medical giants into leadership roles, Jay Bhattacharya as head of NIH and Marty Makary to head up FDA. In addition, Susan Monarez was nominated to head the CDC, stirring up some controversy. Hear what this means to restoring trust in public health and fixing the US disease epidemic.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 4 April 2025

Just weeks after Trump signed an executive order banning men from competing in women’s sports, a published landmark study is refuting the common conception on the mental health of patients after they have undergone transgender surgery. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

CEO, Children’s Health Defense CEO, Mary Holland, Esq., discusses the long road she and Del have shared fighting for medical freedom and the bright future ahead for the movement with Robert F Kennedy, Jr. at the helm of HHS. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2025

Internist and Co-Author of “Dissolving Illusions”, Suzanne Humphries, MD discusses her awakening to the catastrophic dangers of vaccination and walks Del through the data of how severe illness and death from disease declined rapidly across the board years before the introduction of vaccines. Hear how data continues to be manipulated and cherry picked even today to strike public fear in outbreaks from diseases that were once commonplace. She joins The HighWire on the heels of her interview with Joe Rogan, and dispels the myth that measles can erase your immune system’s memory.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

Del’s holding back an epic rant—but not for long. Stick around ’til the end of today’s jam-packed episode to catch it! First, Mary Holland, Esq., CEO of Children’s Health Defense, on the Texas measles outbreak, MAHA, and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s leadership so far. Then, Jefferey Jaxen Reports on MAHA making waves in multiple states, and as we hit the five-year mark since the COVID pandemic began, has anything really changed? Then, the growing controversy and emerging stories of harm in the gender transition space—from sports to the surgical table. Finally, Dr. Suzanne Humphries steps into the studio fresh off her explosive interview with Joe Rogan. She dives deep into the history and myths of measles and polio while celebrating the release of the 10th Anniversary Edition of her book Dissolving Illusions. Watch now—and don’t miss Del’s fire at the end! Guests: Mary Holland, Esq., Suzanne Humphries, M.D. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 29 March 2025

Renowned French physician, microbiologist, and infectious disease expert Didier Raoult, M.D., sits down with Del to revisit the injustices of the COVID-19 pandemic. As one of the most controversial figures of the pandemic, Raoult was among the first to advocate for a cheap, repurposed drug that he claimed showed promise in treating COVID. But what followed was a storm of censorship, scientific suppression, and personal attacks. In this explosive interview, Raoult reveals what really happened, the global forces that worked to discredit his findings, and why the scientific community turned against him. Plus, hear his startling position on the origins of COVID-19, including his unexpected take on the Chinese lab leak theory.  Guest: Didier Raoult, M.D. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2025

The Senate confirmation hearing for Dr. Mehmet Oz, the nominee for Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 20 March 2025

While the USDA has officially approved an Avian Flu vaccine for poultry, we dive into the perilous outcome in countries who mass vaccinate chickens for H5N1 and HHS Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s response on why acting head of all 3 US health agencies all recommend against the bird flu vaccine. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2025

New studies link failing immune health to obesity possibly driving the chronic disease epidemic. In brighter news, the shift in the health sphere continues as the Texas Senate passes several “Make Texas Healthy Again” initiatives and Ron DeSantis pushes to ban mandates on any mRNA vaccines. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

In an exclusive, West Texas ER Physician, Richard Bartlett, MD, details his experience treating over a hundred measles patients in the recent outbreak and shares his incredibly effective protocol. Del also talks with 2 mothers whose children were treated directly by Dr. Bartlett, and made miraculous recoveries from ICU in just one day from a safe and proven inhaled steroid. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

Filmmaker, Matthew Guthrie, discusses his groundbreaking documentary, “Follow the Silenced”, chronicling the biggest cover-up of a generation of the devastating injuries from the experimental COVID-19 vaccines. Four years in the making, the film follows not only the heartbreaking stories of the injured, but the diabolical concealment traced all the way to the head of the FDA. Get information on future screenings of this documentary everyone should be watching. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

With the NIH showing little concern to study long COVID despite pouring $1 billion into research, a new bombshell study on patients with a debilitating post-vaccination syndrome is showing elevated spike protein levels over 2 years (the time of study) after vaccination. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 16 March 2025

The Fight to Regenerate Asheville; Jefferey Jaxen delivers reports on the bird flu saga, plus, a deep dive into the link between obesity and immune function, and the latest on Dr. Dave Weldon’s nomination for CDC Chief; Dr. Richard Bartlett joins Del in-studio to share his firsthand experience treating children during the West Texas measles outbreak. Guests: Keresey Pearl, Briana Pond, Dr. Richard Bartlett Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 15 March 2025

Del takes a candid look at Robert F Kennedy’s controversial Fox News op-ed about the measles outbreak, pointing out specific remarks he disagrees with, but also important facts about vaccines never before disclosed by a high ranking public health leader. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 15 March 2025

Public health shake ups continue in the wake of RFK Jr’s confirmation as Secretary of HHS. The FDA vaccine advisor’s most recent meeting was canceled unexpectedly, Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, of Great Barrington Declaration fame, gets one step closer to confirmation as head of NIH, and Marty Makary is making waves as Trump’s pick for FDA lead. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 14 March 2025

The narrative surrounding the chronic disease epidemic in the US is shifting, as a recent study exposed how environmental factors play a larger part in aging and mortality than genetics do. Most importantly, the effects of early introduction to sugar as an infant on the immune system, contradictory to the USDA’s recommended baby formulas which are loaded with harmful sugars. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 13 March 2025

Peter A. McCullough, MD, touches on the state of the current measles outbreak in Texas and the alarming rate of waning immunity of those vaccinated with MMR compared to the immunity of individuals who had childhood measles. He also touches on treatments and therapies recommended for those infected with measles. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025

Cardiologist & Epidemiologist, Peter A. McCullough, MD, joins Del with a shocking study linking the origins of the current clade of H1N5 dominating the news cycle and crushing the egg industry can be tracked back to a USDA poultry research lab in Georgia. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

Del does a deep dive into the science behind the measles virus, dispelling decades of misinformation from public health agencies, as well as what is actually driving the recent measles outbreaks in the U.S. See a shocking scientific equation comparing the number of individual deaths that would occur if the measles vaccine had never been introduced based on pre-vaccine stats to the number of deaths from MMR injury. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2025

Is there a link between Bird Flu and gain-of-function research?; Jefferey Jaxen reports on new disturbing COVID spike protein science, and Makary and Bhattacharya face the Health Agency Nominee fire; Del addresses Recent RFK Jr measles Op-Ed; New Film tells the story of the silenced. Guests: Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Matthew Guthrie Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 8 March 2025

As the news cycle applies the usual scare tactics on this most recent measles outbreak in Texas, automatically implicating the unvaccinated, Jefferey shows the real numbers and what a calm, sensible response looks like from the new Secretary of HHS. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2025

Board Certified Pediatrician, Lawrence Palevsky, MD, discusses when he recognized the corruption in conventional medicine and the need for a new paradigm in western medicine. Get practical information on early detection of measles in your children and safe ways to decrease the severity of illness as well as recommendations on holistic ways of treating other common childhood illnesses. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2025

The news around public health is shifting in recent weeks including legacy news questioning Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla about vaccine liability shields, the postponement of the CDC’s ACIP meeting, state health departments no longer promoting mass vaccination, and a halt on vaccine advertising. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2025

Former big pharma & food consultant, Calley Means, went viral this week when he crushed vaccine shill, Paul Offit, in a heated debate on CNN regarding his conflict of interest as sitting ACIP Committee member while also receiving funding from Merck. He joins Del to discuss his efforts as a part of the MAHA coalition traveling state to state advocating for new bills embracing RFK Jr’s health policies. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 4 March 2025

Autism Health Summit founders, Tracy Slepcevic & Steve Slepcevic discuss the powerful implications of RFK Jr’s confirmation in the most influential position in public health means for the future of the broken healthcare system in the US and the long awaited reckoning for vaccine safety awareness. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2025

Banning pharmaceutical advertisements from television is just one of the many ways RFK Jr has planned to disrupt the pharmaceutical industry. Hear how new tech pharmacies are peddling compounded drugs like injectable weight loss medications without the personal care of a doctor. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2025

Germany has become a hotbed for censorship in recent months in a response to the rise of the far right party, by criminalizing such commonplace actions as insults and reposting false statements. Hear newly elected Vice President JD Vance’s remarks during the Munich Security Conference declaring censorship is one of the biggest threats to democracy in the EU, setting off a political firestorm, including here in the US where journalist Margaret Brennan of CBS implied that free speech is what led to the uprising of the Nazi party. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 27 February 2025

With a vaccine rollout for the bird flu looming, Jefferey revisits the early COVID response and the similarities in the current supply chain, military response, and WHO ideology. Also, hear recent statements made by former White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator, Deborah Birx, that hold a frighteningly contradictory message than when she led the push for lockdowns and vaccinate mandates. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2025

Retired Biological & Functional Dentist, Thomas Lokensgard, DDS discusses the importance of a holistic approach to dentistry for your overall health. His book, ‘Matters Of The Mouth’ outlines the many misconceptions of dental care pushed by corporate interests from root canals to protecting beneficial mouth bacteria. He discusses with Del why oral health should be on the front lines of the Make America Healthy Again movement. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2025

Tracy and Steve Slepcevic share their family’s journey with vaccine injury and what led them to create the Autism Health Summit. Jefferey Jaxen reports on the fallout from the bird flu response and how it’s impacting the food supply while also revisiting evidence of military involvement during COVID—could history be repeating itself? As RFK Jr. threatens Big Pharma’s grip on U.S. advertising, drug companies quietly shift their tactics to maintain influence. Finally, Dr. Thomas Lokensgard joins Del to discuss his book Matters of the Mouth, exposing the hidden dangers of modern dentistry and what’s required for true oral and overall health. Guests: Tracy and Steve Slepcevic, Thomas Lokensgard, DDS, NMD Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 22 February 2025

Executive Director of Moms Across America, Zen Honeycutt, discussed the enormous environmental and health impacts of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ‘s HHS Secretary confirmation will bring. Then, she discloses the alarmingly toxic findings from her organization’s testing of 13 types of Girl Scout Cookies. Find out what you can do to protect crucial regulations of harmful agrochemicals. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 19 February 2025

While Biden’s historical preemptive pardon of Tony Fauci protects him federally, 17 states attorneys are moving forward on holding him culpable legally on a state level for hiding knowledge on COVID-19 origins and pushing a poorly tested vaccine on the entire country. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2025

Del celebrates Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s monumental confirmation as HHS Secretary live from Washington, D.C., just moments after the vote. This historical win holds an emotional weight as it sparks a critical change for the chronic disease epidemic and vaccine safety, aligned with ICAN’s mission. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 15 February 2025

RFK Jr. Named HHS Secretary; Jefferey Jaxen Reports on States calling for Fauci Accountability, states move to ban mRNA shots, and free speech and privacy on the rise; Top Agricultural activist Zen Honeycutt exposes toxins in an American staple: Girl Scout Cookies. Guests: Jefferey Jaxen, Zen Honeycutt Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2025

Emergency & Integrative Medical Physician, James Neuenschwander, MD, joins Del to discuss the invalid vaccine claims made by legislators in the RFK Jr. hearings and explains why the science is not settled when it comes to vaccines and autism. Hear how his organization, Medical Academy of Pediatrics and Special Needs (MAPS), is bringing together practitioners to treat childhood illness in a more functional way, and get the details on their upcoming conference. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2025

The Trump administration’s new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has launched a mass audit of frivolous federal spending and USAID has been exposed as a kingpin. U.S. tax dollars can be traced to Bill Gate’s organization GAVI, gain-of-function research at the Wuhan lab through USAID, and even link to recent biased media coverage of the RFK Jr. hearings. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2025

The first round of voting has concluded for HHS Secretary confirmation of Robert F Kennedy, Jr. with speculation putting the final vote some time next week.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 9 February 2025

In the mere weeks back in office, President Trump has taken aim at big banks by stifling wasteful green initiatives, helped end a pathway toward central bank digital currency in the US, protected cryptocurrency, and called out banks by name for debanking those who go against their political ideologies. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 8 February 2025

Del gives updates on HHS confirmation hearings; Jefferey Jaxen Reports on the USAID fiasco, and the unprecedented attack on Farmers globally; Dr. Neu Breaks Down the Mawson Study, the MAHA Movement, and the coming MAPS conference for medical Professionals. Guest: Dr. James Neuenschwander Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 8 February 2025

The Brownstone Institute founder, Jeffrey Tucker, joins Del live in D.C. to discuss the incredible injustices committed during the pandemic and how it affected the credibility of the public health and media. Also, hear his take on some of the pivotal moments of the RFK confirmation hearing and false statements made by detractors.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2025

Watch as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. testifies in his second confirmation hearing in front of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee for the position of Secretary of Health and Human Services. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 6 February 2025

‘The HighWire’ comes to you live from Washington DC amid the HHS Secretary Confirmation Hearings of Robert F Kennedy, Jr. Get just a short look at just some of the grueling questioning and rightful praise from the extremely partisan committee and how these historic hearings are bringing the critical appointment of government health agency leaders to the forefront of American’s lives. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 5 February 2025

The Jaxen Report is live from Washington, DC, with insights on Robert F Kennedy’s HHS Secretary Confirmation Hearings and the lack of substance in the irrational arguments from his adversaries on the Committee. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-highwire-with-del-bigtree--3620606/support.

Transcribed - Published: 4 February 2025