Digital Social Hour: Maha Movement – The Health Revolution America Needs | Del Matthew Bigtree DSH #1139
Release Date: January 24, 2025
Host: Sean Kelly
Guest: Del Matthew Bigtree
Introduction to the Maha Movement
In this episode of Digital Social Hour, host Sean Kelly engages in a deep conversation with Del Matthew Bigtree, a prominent figure in the Maha Movement—an initiative aimed at revolutionizing health in America. Del introduces listeners to the Maha Ball in Washington D.C., an event celebrating the movement's mission to "Make America Healthy Again."
Del Bigtree ([01:02]) shares, "Everyone's talking about it. It's really exciting not just because we're running the ball, but just the fact that this idea of making America healthy again seems to be on everyone's mind."
Chronic Illness and the Current Health Crisis
Del delves into the alarming rise in chronic illnesses in the United States. He highlights a surge from 12.8% chronic illness prevalence in the 1980s to 60% in recent years, emphasizing the urgent need for a systemic overhaul of the healthcare system.
Del Bigtree ([04:25]):
"We've gone from 12.8% chronic illness in the 1980s to somewhere around 2016, we were well past 50%. We're now saying that we're at 60% chronic illness in the United States of America."
He categorizes chronic illnesses into neurological disorders and autoimmune diseases, attributing this rise to various factors, including vaccines, fluoride in water, pesticides, and herbicides.
Critique of Mainstream Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals
A significant portion of the discussion centers around the shortcomings of the mainstream healthcare system, which Del criticizes as "sick care" rather than "health care". He argues that the current system focuses on treating diseases with drugs rather than promoting overall well-being.
Del Bigtree ([04:37]):
"Healthcare in America, it's really sick care. It doesn't do anything for you. It doesn't even talk to you until you're already sick."
Del also scrutinizes the pharmaceutical industry's influence, suggesting that their profit-driven motives hinder genuine health advancements. He points out the challenges in conducting trials for non-patented drugs, which limits potential breakthroughs in treatments.
Vaccines: Human and Animal Health Concerns
The conversation shifts to the topic of vaccines, both for humans and pets. Del expresses skepticism about the necessity and safety of multiple vaccines, citing the reduced lifespan of dogs and concerns over annual vaccinations.
Del Bigtree ([04:31]):
"And you look at the average lifespan of a golden retriever, it's seven years now. It used to be like 20 years."
He shares personal experiences, mentioning the removal of vaccines for his new puppy and the backlash encountered for making such choices.
Mainstream Media and Information Control
Del articulates a deep distrust of mainstream media, accusing it of disseminating propaganda that misleads the public. He contrasts new media platforms, like his podcast, with traditional outlets, asserting that the latter failed to accurately portray events, particularly during the recent election.
Del Bigtree ([13:08]):
"The real victory was new media. Mainstream media just lost the election."
He emphasizes the importance of alternative media in providing unbiased information and fostering informed discussions about health and politics.
Political Dynamics and Future of Health Policy
The dialogue touches upon the political landscape, highlighting the collaboration between Robert Kennedy Jr. and President Trump. Del praises this alliance as a strategic move to challenge the status quo in health governance.
Del Bigtree ([25:59]):
"Abraham Lincoln was famous for putting together a team of rivals. We're never going to get out of the Civil War, which we're in a civil war, too."
He advocates for transparency and accountability in government decisions related to health, urging for policies that prioritize public well-being over corporate interests.
Climate Change and Infrastructure Failures
Del recounts personal experiences with the Malibu fire in 2018, criticizing the inadequate response from authorities and linking such disasters to systemic failures exacerbated by climate change.
Del Bigtree ([26:17]):
"Living in Malibu, this is a serious risk. They could not stop the fire on our home. They just watched Malibu burn."
He calls for comprehensive investigations into infrastructure vulnerabilities to prevent future calamities.
Conspiracy Theories and Public Perception
Addressing the label of "conspiracy theorist," Del challenges the stigma, arguing that many actions labeled as conspiratorial are simply effective strategies for change.
Del Bigtree ([32:46]):
"The world is run on conspiracy. If you're not in a conspiracy, get in one. Every decision is a few people having a great idea or a bad idea."
He reflects on how the term has been weaponized to marginalize dissenting voices in health and politics.
Future Initiatives and Community Building
Towards the end of the episode, Del outlines the Maha Movement's roadmap, including the launch of Maha IO, a comprehensive platform aimed at networking individuals committed to genuine health practices. The movement seeks to create a media network and support community that champions holistic health over pharmaceutical dependencies.
Del Bigtree ([33:40]):
"We're going to be launching Maha IO, which will really be the sort of mega site for all the things we want to network people together."
Conclusion
The episode concludes with a reaffirmation of the Maha Movement's mission to transform America's health landscape through community engagement, transparency, and systemic change. Del Matthew Bigtree emphasizes the necessity of collective action and informed decision-making to overcome the entrenched challenges in the current health system.
Notable Quotes:
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Del Bigtree ([01:02]): "Everyone's talking about it. It's really exciting not just because we're running the ball, but just the fact that this idea of making America healthy again seems to be on everyone's mind."
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Del Bigtree ([04:25]): "We've gone from 12.8% chronic illness in the 1980s to somewhere around 2016, we were well past 50%. We're now saying that we're at 60% chronic illness in the United States of America."
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Del Bigtree ([13:08]): "The real victory was new media. Mainstream media just lost the election."
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Del Bigtree ([25:59]): "Abraham Lincoln was famous for putting together a team of rivals. We're never going to get out of the Civil War, which we're in a civil war, too."
Connect with Del Matthew Bigtree and the Maha Movement:
- Website: mahaaction.com
- Upcoming Launch: Maha IO – A comprehensive platform for networking and media related to holistic health.
Note: This summary is based on the provided transcript and aims to encapsulate the key discussions and viewpoints presented by Del Matthew Bigtree in this episode of Digital Social Hour.
