Name: FreedomFest Mock Trial: Big Pharma on Trial
Start: 2025-06-12T16:55:00-0700
End: 2025-06-12T18:00:00-0700

Thursday June 12, 2025 4:55pm - 6:00pm PDT

Main Stage - Oasis 3&4

In this real-life courtroom drama, we bring the pharmaceutical industry to trial, offering both sides a fair opportunity to make their case. With a judge, jury, lawyers, and expert witnesses, this mock trial will explore the controversial practices of Big Pharma—from pricing strategies and marketing tactics to issues of transparency and patient safety. The prosecution will argue the case for accountability, while the defense will present the industry's contributions to global health. This interactive session will give you a front-row seat to a fascinating debate on one of the most critical issues in modern healthcare, where you, the audience, get to weigh in on the verdict. Come prepared for a thought-provoking exploration of the balance between profit, health, and responsibility.

Speakers

Catherine Bernard

Fighting for Justice, Defending the Innocent

Catherine Bernard is a founding partner of Bernard & Johnson, LLC and leads the firm's criminal and trial practices A passionate advocate, she has successfully represented thousands facing serious criminal charges across Georgia, specializing in cases involving wrongful accusations... Read More →

Del Bigtree

Broadcasting the Fight for Medical Freedom

Del Bigtree is one of the most prominent voices in the health freedom movement, known for his fearless investigative journalism and unrelenting advocacy for medical transparency. As founder of the Informed Consent Action Network (ICAN) and host of the groundbreaking show The HighWire... Read More →

Twila Brase

The Watchdog of Medical Freedom

For decades, Twila Brase has been on the front lines of the fight for patient and doctor autonomy, challenging government overreach in healthcare and advocating for medical freedom. As the president and co-founder of the Citizens’ Council for Health Freedom (CCHF), she has led efforts... Read More →

Dr. Robert Malone

Champion of Medical Innovation & Free Inquiry

A pioneer in mRNA technology and a steadfast advocate for medical freedom, Dr. Robert Malone has spent his career at the forefront of scientific discovery. With decades of experience in virology, immunology, and biodefense, he has contributed to groundbreaking advancements in medicine... Read More →

Michael Shermer

Champion of Reason and Inquiry

Dr. Michael Shermer has built a career on questioning assumptions and challenging belief systems. As the founding publisher of Skeptic magazine, longtime Scientific American columnist, and host of The Michael Shermer Show, he has dedicated his life to exploring why people believe... Read More →

Aaron Siri

Defender of Individual Rights

Aaron Siri is a dedicated civil rights attorney and the founder of Siri & Glimstad LLP, where he fights relentlessly for free speech and individual freedoms. Specializing in cases involving medical autonomy, privacy, and government overreach, he has become a leading advocate for those... Read More →

Dan Troy

Legal and Regulatory Expert

Dan Troy is a globally recognized healthcare lawyer with over 30 years of experience spanning leadership roles in life sciences, legal, and regulatory sectors. He has held key positions, including chief counsel at the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and general counsel for major... Read More →

Thursday June 12, 2025 4:55pm - 6:00pm PDT
Main Stage - Oasis 3&4

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