{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Wednesdays Off","title":"Kozi | Medical Freedom, Activism, and the Power of Questioning - Wednesdays Off Ep. 9","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3366,"description":"What happens when a lifelong friendship meets a relentless quest for truth?\n In this episode of the Wednesdays Off podcast, Stavros sits down with his childhood friend Kozi, a passionate activist for medical freedom whose journey began in the trenches of healthcare and led to the front lines of public protest. Together, they unravel the personal stories and pivotal moments that sparked Kozi’s skepticism of medical mandates, his deep dive into nutrition and body systems, and his transformation into a community leader and artist using music to inspire change. From challenging mainstream narratives on vaccines and cholesterol to reflecting on the power of laughter, independence, and childhood experiences, this conversation is a candid exploration of health, freedom, and the systems that shape our lives. Dive into the full episode for a thought-provoking look at questioning authority, building resilience, and finding purpose in unexpected places.\nEpisode Timeline:\n[00:25] Stavros introduces Kozi and their lifelong friendship\n[01:11] Kozi describes his path to activism and the origins of his medical freedom stance\n[02:18] Early experiences as a healthcare worker and questioning vaccine mandates\n[03:21] Stavros shares his own shift in perspective on vaccines after a conversation with his doctor\n[05:35] Kozi’s nutrition background and curiosity about body systems\n[06:40] The influence of systems thinking on Kozi’s approach to health and nutrition\n[09:11] Discussion on alternatives to vaccines for protecting health and the importance of holistic wellness\n[11:12] Chronic inflammation as a root of illness and the role of lifestyle in health\n[15:26] Kozi’s transition from healthcare worker to activist, including advocacy for religious exemptions\n[18:02] Predicting pandemic-related mandates and following policy trends\n[21:45] The role of money and business interests in public health narratives\n[23:01] Childhood influences on skepticism and questioning authority\n[24:18]...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/QXCWs12cUg7giPSjkPxaFtzdqKRCzjhUCwok1dTe47E/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lMTgx/Yzg2YWJlMGIzNTlk/ZGIwNTYzOTc1MDgw/NTgwNS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}