Former FDA Official Dr. Philip Krause On White House Pressure To Approve Covid Vaccines at the FDA

Watch my full discussion with Dr. Philip Krause who was the deputy director of the FDA’s Office of Vaccines Research and Review. Subscribe to my Substack for a second conversation with Dr. Krause on Peter Marks' departure:

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In this podcast, Dr. Krause shares insights into the political pressures that influenced decision-making at the FDA, the importance of transparency in public health, and the challenges faced in communicating vaccine safety and efficacy to the public. Dr. Krause emphasizes the need for reforms within the FDA to enhance its credibility and effectiveness in future health crises. In this conversation, Phil Krause discusses the complexities surrounding vaccine approval, the roles of the FDA and CDC, and the implications of vaccine mandates.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Philip Krause

02:36 Dr. Krause's Journey at the FDA

11:03 The COVID Vaccine Development Process

21:33 The Role of the FDA vs. CDC

42:52 The Approval Process and Myocarditis Concerns

50:46 Understanding Myocarditis Risks and Vaccine Benefits

57:39 The Importance of Transparency in Vaccine Approval

01:00 Pressure for Vaccine Mandates and Public Trust

01:06 The Debate Over Booster Shots

01:12 Leadership Challenges at the FDA

01:27 Resignation and Disillusionment at the FDA

01:37 Transparency and Decision-Making at the FDA

01:47 Political Influences on Public Health Decisions

01:56 Understanding Vaccine Authorization vs. Approval