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September 5, 2025 26 mins

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Analyzing the COVID-19 Pandemic: In Conversation with Author Tom Beckett Kane

In this episode of Season Seven of 'Open Forum in the Villages,' host Mike Roth interviews author Tom Beckett Kane about his debut book, 'The Reckoning: A Definitive History of the COVID-19 Pandemic.' Tom discusses his motivations for writing the book, the impact of the pandemic and lockdowns, the controversial aspects of vaccine development, and the role of media in perpetuating hysteria. They also touch upon the origins of the virus in the Wuhan Institute of Virology and broader societal shifts influenced by the pandemic. The episode concludes with a discussion on vaccination recommendations for seniors and the role of media in modern society.

00:00 Welcome to Season Seven
00:40 Introducing the Guest: Tom Beckett Kane
00:51 The Reckoning: A Book on the COVID-19 Pandemic
01:49 Personal Experiences During the Pandemic
03:25 The Vaccine Debate
05:25 Technological Advances in Testing
07:43 Origins of the Virus
08:24 Gain of Function Research
11:04 Alzheimer's Tip from Dr. Craig Curtis
11:58 COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendations for Seniors
20:17 Media's Role in the Pandemic
23:51 Book Release and Future Plans
25:31 Closing Remarks and Supporter Shoutouts

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