In this powerful episode of Liberty RoundTable Live, host Sam Bushman is joined by retired United States Air Force Major Thomas Haviland for a wide-ranging and hard-hitting discussion that bridges history, current events, and the urgent need for courage in the face of controversy.
The show opens with reflections on the Christmas Truce of 1914, when soldiers on opposing sides of World War I laid down their arms to celebrate peace, contrasting it with the modern reality of military strikes on Christmas Day and the ongoing persecution of Christians—both abroad in Nigeria and at home in Seattle. Sam and Thomas question the wisdom of foreign intervention without Congressional approval and challenge listeners to consider whether America should focus on solving its own internal crises before policing the world.
The conversation then turns to the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccine mandates, and the alarming reports from embalmers—including Thomas Haviland’s own groundbreaking surveys—about unusual blood clots observed since the vaccine rollout. The episode exposes the silence and fear that have gripped professionals in the funeral and medical industries, and the systemic incentives that may be distorting the truth about vaccine injuries and causes of death.
Throughout, Sam and Thomas emphasize the importance of standing up for truth, drawing parallels between the courage needed on the battlefield and the courage required to speak out against government and corporate overreach today. They call for a “no blame autopsy” approach—honest, open dialogue without fear of retribution—to address the real issues facing our society.
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Key Topics & Time Markers
Opening & Christmas Reflections
0:00 – Show introduction, Christmas greetings, and setting the stage
US Military Strikes in Nigeria on Christmas Day
1:00 – Discussion of Trump’s authorization of airstrikes in Nigeria, constitutional concerns, and foreign policy
The Christmas Truce of 1914: Lessons from History
5:05 – Story and analysis of the World War I Christmas Eve truce
Persecution of Christians: Nigeria vs. Seattle
7:53 – Comparing Christian persecution abroad and at home; Seattle incident and media silence
Should America Focus Inward?
10:34 – Debate on foreign intervention vs. addressing domestic issues
Introducing Guest Thomas Haviland
10:53 – Background on Thomas Haviland and transition to guest discussion
Courage, Cowardice, and Standing Up for Truth
11:26 – The importance of courage in facing societal and governmental challenges
COVID-19, Vaccines, and Embalmer Blood Clot Findings
18:02 – Thomas Haviland’s surveys, embalmers’ reports of unusual clots, and the silence in the funeral industry
Systemic Incentives and Liability in Death Reporting
32:07 – Financial incentives for COVID death attribution, vaccine injury compensation, and lack of accountability
Call for a “No Blame Autopsy” and Open Dialogue
31:08 – The need for honest discussion and systemic change
Final Thoughts & Call to Action
44:28 – Closing remarks, call to action, and episode wrap-up
Call to Action:
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