I did this interview with TaniaTheHerbalist (our Episode 1) on 29 January 2021.
In it, I lay out the overarching role of dominance hierarchy in groups of social animals, including humans, and some of the main implications of this always-changing self-organized structure on the individual's health, freedom, and influence in society.
Jim Larsen McLean and Denis Rancourt decided to openly discuss COVID-19 and the coronavirus. Both have physics academic backgrounds, and both are avid critical readers of medical research. Both are polymaths. On this topic, Denis did most of the talking.
First question: How do you know this is hysteria? 2:38 How do they know the cause of death? 9:30 Would they have died from a simple flu...? 10:36 In microbiology "everything is everywhere". 11:16 What does IFR mean, really? 13:21 Will we all die? How many? 14:40 How does dynamics of contagion work? 14:56 Is there no justification for lockdown? 16:22 Precautionary Principle... 16:52 Broad testing to know propagation... 18:55 EVOLUTION vs wrong thinking of attacking a virus! 20:15 DISTRIBUTED approach to combating disease 21:32 Two orders-of-magnitude in death-rate from measles 21:52 Nutrition vs stress and psychology 22:25 Pandemic industry and Black Plague 23:31 Fear vs geopolitics, and China 24:26 Many ways to exploit a pandemic 25:53 Mainstream-media synchronicity is no accident 27:08 Prof. Peter Gotzsche 29:28 HARM is both biological and against democracy 30:11 Long-term effects of ANTI-VIRUS-INTERVENTIONISM 31:47 4 BILLION YEARS of co-evolution 34:19 How many people will be killed by the lockdowns? 35:25 But this is not a flu! 38:57 Pandemic industry - Why now? 40:08 Politicians were rewarded for violating civil rights 40:37 RADICAL IDEAS about masks and everything 42:53 Future topic for Jim and Denis 46:16
Latest article in Lancet, March 30th: https://www.thelancet.com/pdfs/journals/laninf/PIIS1473-3099(20)30243-7.pdf
This HK study may have influenced China, that it could be blamed... https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(20)30260-9/fulltext I think that is why China over-reacted with a lockdown, which then cascaded into today's hysteria.
The CDC "test" protocol is flawed and not validated, approved under emergency exception. It was made in a total absence of a coronavirus standard, does not discriminate other viruses, the false-positive rate was not evaluated and is unknown.
Still my favorite, by Ioannidid: https://www.statnews.com/2020/03/17/a-fiasco-in-the-making-as-the-coronavirus-pandemic-takes-hold-we-are-making-decisions-without-reliable-data/
The CDC "test" protocol is flawed and not validated, approved under
emergency exception. It was made in a total absence of a coronavirus
standard, does not discriminate other viruses, the false-positive rate
was not evaluated and is unknown.
"This video segment captures Dr. Bruce Clark’s riveting and historically
correct account of Canada’s genocide of the Aboriginal Peoples.
The
state’s systematic and total destruction of peoples, food sources,
economic base, family ties, and culture -- facilitated by a legal
structure, technology, and institutionalized child theft -- may be
unprecedented in human history.
Dr. Clark is an expert on
aboriginal rights jurisprudence and was a dedicated advocate for
aboriginal land rights in Canada. He represented Gustafsen Lake Faith
Keepers at the Gustafsen Lake Standoff in 1995 near Shuswap, BC. From
defender of Aboriginal rights before Canadian and international courts
to being jailed and disbarred for advancing legal arguments, Dr. Clark's
struggle is itself a mirror of Canada’s genocidal crimes.
The high-definition version of the full one-hour video interview is on the film maker's channel: https://youtu.be/lp97_pKafC0
Dr. Bruce Clark: Aboriginal rights lawyer Denis Rancourt: Interviewer, for the Ontario Civil Liberties Association (OCLA) Produced by the OCLA (http://ocla.ca/) Filmmaker: Peter Biesterfeld
About the Ontario Civil Liberties Association: The
Ontario Civil Liberties Association (OCLA) defends civil liberties at a
time when fundamental freedoms are being eroded in all spheres of
social life. OCLA opposes institutional policies and decisions that
deprive individuals of their personal liberty or exclude individuals
from participation in the democratic functions of society.
This interview is an important historic record in the story of Canada’s genocide of the aboriginal peoples.
The Ontario Civil Liberties Association (OCLA) interviewed Dr. Bruce Clark, the lawyer and jurisprudential scholar who describes what ails the Canadian justice system when it comes to dealing with Aboriginal sovereignty issues. Bruce Clark represented Gustafsen Lake Faith Keepers at the Gustafsen Lake Standoff in 1995 near Shuswap, BC. From defender of Aboriginal rights before Canadian and international courts to being jailed and disbarred, Dr. Clark’s struggle has led him to a fight against the justice system itself.
Dr. Bruce Clark: Aboriginal rights lawyer
Denis Rancourt: Interviewer, for the Ontario Civil Liberties Association (OCLA)
Produced by the OCLA
Filmmaker: Peter Biesterfeld
Does society evolve? Has the legal system improved since the days of dueling nobles and the Star Chamber?
Consider this remarkable short documentary video: "Guilty Until Proven Innocent: The Tort of Defamation". The actual "The Eyeopener" report by independent journalist James Corbett starts at 3:10 in the video.
Then read the Ontario Civil Liberties Association's position paper on why the common law tort of defamation should be abolished: HERE.
EBTV presents host Evita Ochel (http://www.evitaochel.com) with special guest Denis Rancourt in a dialogue about the modern landscape of science, medicine and
health. The specific focus is how oppression and hierarchy influence our
health.
Specific topics and points covered in the video include:
1. What role science plays in creating our health and offering solutions for our planet and society. (1:50) - dispelling the myth that science is our "saving grace" - the effects of the dominance hierarchy in our society - the practice of keeping people ignorant about their own body and health
2. What the number one priority of the medical establishment is. (5:55) - influences of personal gains and professional stakes
3.
Exploring what Denis shares as the 1st apical lie by omission: which
does not admit that the predominant causal determinant of an
individual's health is the individual's real and perceived place in the
society's dominance hierarchy. (7:20) -
both animal and human findings show that direct oppression from
hierarchy has a direct physiological effect on the body of the
individual - lower hierarchy placement links to poorest health and longevity
4. Examining the correlation between lower and higher hierarchy placement. (11:40) - the role of our perception of ourselves and our perceived placement within the societal hierarchy - how certain homeless people or people in poverty can have good health
5. The role of food and healthy diet on our health. (16:20) - who benefits from healthy food the most
6. The health impacts on the "alpha male" or those at the highest level of the hierarchy. (18:30) - the role of class structure and cohesion
7. The phenomenon of individual self-destruction in societies. (20:25) - the modern suicide rates in our society - the benefit of discovering and application of the authentic rebellion - the importance of finding the resources within to help yourself - the role of community, connection and authenticity
8.
Exploring what Denis shares as the 2nd apical lie by omission: the
"voodoo lie" of the false scientific foundation of its professional
practice which does not admit that most of medical research used to
justify the recommended "treatments" is wrong and that consequently the
"treatments" are ineffective at best. (26:28) - the role of meta research in the field of science and medicine - the professional and economic motivations within the medical system - the downfall of being personally invested in major work and research - the consequences of our personal disconnection from our own body - the need for a system-wide patient re-education - the created dependency on medical professionals
9. The flawed charity and organization system that is looking for the "cure". (37:00) - the financial funding of the medical establishment by the people - the need to learn how to create a good quality of life - the need to address the cause of disease at the root level and eliminate that - the need to shrink the disparity between the rich and poor
10. Examining the relationship between poverty, healthy eating and obesity. (40:30) - the role of food in providing a source of pleasure - the root cause of oppression and the self-destructive instinct in causing obesity - the necessary role of personal rebellion against oppression - the role of walking as the most powerful solution for physical, mental and emotional well-being
11.
Exploring what Denis shares as the 3rd apical lie by omission: the
secret that establishment medicine (in North America) is itself the
third leading cause of death, after cancer and cardiovascular failures
for which medicine is of little use. (48:30) - the current number of deaths due to medical error, as well as unintentional accidents - the pros and cons of the medical system - the core lifestyle habit risk factor for disease
12. The effects of oppression in childhood on our health and well-being. (55:45) - the importance of consciousness and personal empowerment - the need to stand up to our own oppression and overcoming - macro and micro levels of oppression in our life, such as our relationships - the importance on focusing on our own solutions, rather than trying to save the world
13. Closing tips and advice for freedom of oppression and personal empowerment. (1:02:30)
Denis
is a former tenured and full professor of physics at the University of
Ottawa in Canada. He practiced several areas of science (including
physics and environmental science) which were funded by a national
agency and ran an internationally recognized laboratory. He is the
author of over 100 articles in leading scientific journals, social
commentary essays, and his book "Hierarchy and Free Expression in the
Fight against Racism".
General topics discussed in the video episode include:
1. Denis shares his story of why he is no longer a professor at the University of Ottawa. (1:30)
- how Denis discovered the true nature of the system
- the impacts of confronting the system
2. What the larger framework and pretext was for Denis' dismissal from his position as a professor. (6:00)
- the inside political story
3. The role of transparency and secrecy in governing organizations. (9:20)
- the political endeavour of educational systems
4. The helpful and harmful role of mainstream media in Denis' case. (11:20)
- the corporate ties of mainstream media
- the media blackout of certain topics
5. How awareness influences obedience and indoctrination within the education system. (16:15)
- the role of awareness, as connected to action
- the importance of "praxis"
- the symbiotic combination of reflection and action
- the importance of finding authentic rebellion
6. Denis shares his views and opinions about the shortcomings of the current education system. (21:00)
- the oppression of the education system
- the battle between hierarchal system and the individual
- the atomization and destruction of the individual
- the importance of gaining independence as an individual, and consciousness about one's own oppression
7. Inspiration to face our own oppression. (28:20)
- the role of whistleblowers
8. The limits of the curriculum forced upon teachers and students. (31:15) - the necessity of natural exploration and interaction within the scope of learning - Denis shares an example from his teaching methods to promote true learning
9. The limits of the grading system and standardized testing. (39:00)
- inadequacy of appropriate measurement of understanding through testing
- the importance of feedback that is student-centered
- the benefit of authentic dialogue between teacher and student
10.
The increasing trend of students not pursuing post-secondary education
due to not wanting to participate in the education system. (45:00)
- the economic control over education
- the forced certification for many jobs
- the alternative paths, which do not necessarily require post-secondary education
11. Denis shares some solutions and advice for teachers who wish to be part of the education system and contribute positively. (50:00)
12. Denis shares some solutions and advice for students who are part of the education system. (54:00)
13. Denis shares his next steps, work and projects. (57:22)
Hazel Gashoka earned an Honours B.A. in psychology from the University of Ottawa in 2012 and is now a graduate student in Community Psychology at Wilfrid Laurier University. As an undergraduate at the U of O, she was an activist for social justice, and in her graduating year was elected to represent students on the University Senate.
In 2008, while Gashoka was an undergraduate, the student union reported systemic racism at the University of Ottawa. The report drew a lot of public attention and was an embarrassment to the university. In response, the university asked U of O law professor Joanne St. Lewis to publicly "assess" the student report. In just a few days' time, St. Lewis issued a public report questioning the validity of the student charges.
Gashoka recently made a six-minute YouTube video (imbedded below) analyzing St. Lewis's role in helping the university deflect the students' charge of racism. (St. Lewis and Gashoka are black, and this writer is white.)
After the video was posted, St. Lewis, through a big-name lawyer hired for her by the university, sent Gashoka a notice of libel, which is a threat to sue for defamation.
St. Lewis is already suing former U of O physics professor Denis Rancourt for $1 million for expressing a similar view on his “U of O Watch” blog. That defamation lawsuit, which began in 2011, is funded by the university and pursued by the same lawyer who is threatening Gashoka -- Richard Dearden of the large corporate law firm Gowlings. University president Allan Rock testified under oath that his funding of the lawsuit against Rancourt is without a spending limit, “without a cap.”
In this writer’s opinion, it is morally wrong for the University of Ottawa and St. Lewis to try to silence Gashoka. Using public funds and student tuition money to fund repressive litigation against her would be ironic, as the university claims to promote discourse and debate on matters of public interest.
Gashoka has the right to interpret the facts any way that she wants in this or any other matter of public importance. Public controversy and debate on societal issues can be a rough trade and can involve terms that sting, but the law accommodates its requirements. St. Lewis should not expect to be immune from criticism for the role that she played.
I call on president Allan Rock to state publicly, without further delay, that the university will not fund a lawsuit against Hazel Gashoka for her video, and to clarify the university’s criteria for funding lawsuits against its critics.
This is a stunning video about the well-documented NATO genocide in Iraq that killed one million children, for racist geopolitical gain. The video is made by surviving North American aboriginal freedom fighters, who know something about genocide.
At Occupy Ottawa only those most intent on defending the occupied space and willing to risk police arrest and police violence remained and setup their tents in the large empty fountain in the park. Last night they were "evicted".
I received this report:
There were about 150 [police] officers, unmarked and marked cars all around the periphery of the park and a make-shift Intake Centre at the armoury. None of us not already in the park were allowed in. It was too snowy to take good video. We could say from a police perspective that it was a "success"...
From our perspective too: best case scenario. No pepper spray, 8 arrests but no charges, only trespass tickets.
This talk was delivered two days after Denis Rancourt was wrongfully fired from his tenured Full Professorship in physics at the University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada, in what is regarded as a major academic freedom case.
A chronology of the conflict between Rancourt and the institution's management is HERE.
These videos present a full story, with description of the teaching method, in 24 minutes.
RELATED: See author and physicist Jeff Schmidt's talk in the same panel HERE.
All UofOWatch posts about the on-going wrongful dismissal hearings: HERE.
