Episode 12: The Braid Of Misinformation: From Jim Crow to MAGA

Send a textThe Jim Crow era may be history, but its tactics are alive and well—evolving into new forms of control, division, and public harm. In this episode, I break down the eerie parallels between segregationist propaganda, the MAGA movement, and the rise of MAHA (Make America Healthy Again)—a far-right health and wellness faction spreading dangerous disinformation under the guise of “freedom.”From voter suppression to the resurgence of preventable diseases like measles, I uncover how history is repeating itself. How did Jim Crow laws manipulate public health narratives? How is MAGA weaponizing wellness culture to erode trust in science? And what does this mean for the future of democracy and public health?By the end of this episode, you’ll see how the past, present, and future are braided together—and why we must act before it’s too late.What We Cover in This Episode:✅ How the Jim Crow era used misinformation to control and oppress communities✅ The dangerous evolution of MAGA into the health and wellness space✅ MAHA’s role in spreading anti-science rhetoric and causing real harm✅ The resurgence of measles and other preventable diseases✅ How history warns us about the consequences of unchecked disinformation✅ Steps we can take to stop this cycle before it’s too lateJoin the Conversation:💬 Have thoughts on today’s episode? Let’s talk! Find me on socials @amandabryantherapy 🎙️ Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it!Support the Show:💡 Support my work: Support the show