What Really Happened When the Planet Hit Pause?
LOCKDOWNS GO VIRAL
A NEW DOCU-SERIES
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Dr. Jay Bhattacharya
New head of NIH
Clifton Duncan
Broadway actor, podcaster
Nick Hudson
Chairman of PANDA
Sydney Watson
Journalist, commentator
Dr. David Katz
Public health specialist
Zuby Udezue
Author, podcaster, rapper
Naomi Wolf
Journalist, author
Dave Smith
Podcaster, comedian
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A WORLD IN LOCKDOWN:
FEAR, UNCERTAINTY AND THE UNKNOWN
In early 2020, as the world went into lockdown, fear and uncertainty took hold. Streets fell silent, businesses shuttered, and families were confined to their homes, unsure of what lay ahead.
Misinformation spread as fast as the virus, deepening the sense of isolation and panic. Supermarket shelves emptied, ambulance sirens filled the air, and an eerie stillness replaced the rhythms of daily life.
Cut off from loved ones, millions wondered: How long would this last—and would life ever be the same again?
You remember what it felt like—days blurring together, the weight of isolation pressing down.
Maybe you juggled remote work while helping your children navigate virtual school, or perhaps you faced the silence of an empty home, cut off from family and friends.
You might have struggled with the fear of losing a job, the heartbreak of missing milestones, or the anxiety of watching the world change overnight.
With the pandemic in the rear-view mirror, the accepted narratives around lockdowns are being questioned. Were they necessary? Did they cause more harm than good?
The long-term consequences—economic turmoil, mental health crises, and lost freedoms—are still unfolding. If we don’t seek clarity about what truly happened, we risk repeating the same mistakes when the next crisis comes along – and it will.
FOLLOW THE SCIENCE: LOCKDOWNS GO VIRAL
dives deep into these critical questions, separating fact from fear and politics from evidence.
Through expert interviews, firsthand accounts, and scientific analysis, this documentary series examines whether lockdowns were truly effective and what their lasting consequences have been.
From the economic devastation to the mental health toll, from lost education to eroded civil liberties, we explore the full impact—intended and unintended—of shutting down society.
By confronting these hard truths, we aim to provide the clarity needed to ensure that future crises are met with wisdom, not fear.
SERIES DETAILS
Seeing humanity forced out of the ordinary in 2020, Clifton Duncan’s curiosity drives him forward to comprehend the extraordinary wheels of history driving humanity into a viral new world of science, medicine, and culture.
FOLLOW THE SCIENCE: LOCKDOWNS GO VIRAL blends sharp data and science with powerful human stories to take you on a gripping and entertaining six-chapter journey, revealing how lockdown policies reshaped lives, livelihoods, and society itself.
CHAPTER 1: The Crossroads of Chaos
In the whirlwind of early 2020, fear spread faster than the virus itself. Clifton takes us back to the moment when governments faced an impossible choice—shut down society or risk catastrophe. Where did the idea of lockdowns originate? What was the reasoning behind them?
Renowned scientists Jay Bhattacharya and David Katz unravel the panic, politics, and pivotal decisions that shaped the world’s response to COVID-19.
CHAPTER 2: The Messaging Machine
Sydney Watson joins the team to dissect the relentless media messaging that dictated public perception. “Social distancing,” “non-essential jobs,” and “two weeks to flatten the curve” became mantras, but what did they truly mean?
As Clifton begins to concede that “following the science” will guide us to safety, Nick Hudson enters with a reality check, encouraging Clifton to consult alternative sources.
CHAPTER 3: The Silenced Warnings
Long before lockdowns became the norm, some experts warned of the devastating consequences. Why were they ignored?
This chapter uncovers the human cost of shutting down society and introduces the Great Barrington Declaration, a bold challenge to the dominant response. But when politics and media collide, dissenting voices face an uphill battle to be heard.
CHAPTER 4: The Data Doesn’t Lie
Behind every policy was a promise—but did the numbers back it up? With Nick Hudson as his guide, Clifton dives into the data to uncover the true effects of lockdowns. Were they the lifesaving measure we were told, or did they cause more harm than good?
By cutting through the noise and analyzing the real medical and societal consequences, this chapter examines the gap between prediction and reality.
CHAPTER 5: The Forgotten Victims
Who was really at risk from COVID-19? Clifton and Nick uncover the truth about how the virus affected different segments of society and confront a sobering reality—the impact of both the disease and the lockdowns on children.
As the world focused on stopping the spread, did we sacrifice the well-being of an entire generation?
CHAPTER 6: The Path Forward
Was asymptomatic transmission a legitimate driving force behind lockdowns? With Nick’s insight, we examine Anthony Fauci’s role in shaping the response to COVID-19 and uncover how certain narratives took hold.
Our pundits and real-life stories join forces to make sense of this historic period, revealing its lasting impact and guiding us toward a better path forward.
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MEET THE CAST
CLIFTON DUNCAN
A classically trained actor, singer, writer, and podcaster with an MFA from NYU’s prestigious Graduate Acting Program, Clifton’s acclaimed work spans Broadway, regional theater, and TV. Known for his outspoken views on art, culture, and society, he has built a strong online following and appeared on podcasts like Triggernometry, TimcastIRL, and The Dr. Drew Podcast.
He hosts The Clifton Duncan Podcast, writes the State of the Arts newsletter, and is developing a one-man show on Thomas Sowell. A champion of artistic freedom, he believes a vibrant arts culture is vital to society.
SYDNEY WATSON
An Australian-American YouTuber known for her political commentary, social analysis, and video essays, amassing nearly one million subscribers, Sydney studied criminology and journalism at the University of Melbourne and initially posted music content before shifting to politics in 2018.
Her first video, “The #MeToo Movement Has Ruined Workplaces,” launched her career. Beyond YouTube, she plays piano, writes poetry, and runs a gaming channel. Born in Melbourne to an Australian father and American mother, she co-hosted You Are Here on BlazeTV.
NICK HUDSON
Chairman and co-founder of PANDA, an organization advocating for open, data-driven debate on public health policy, Nick has a background in actuarial science and finance, he applies risk assessment and statistical modeling to challenge mainstream pandemic narratives.
A vocal proponent of scientific transparency, he has spoken globally about the unintended consequences of lockdowns and restrictive policies. Hudson emphasizes the importance of free inquiry, open debate, and evidence-based decision-making to ensure rational and effective public health responses in times of crisis.
JAY BHATTACHARYA
A professor of medicine at Stanford University, a health economist, physician, and epidemiologist, Jay is best known for his research on public health policies, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, where he co-authored the Great Barrington Declaration advocating for focused protection instead of widespread lockdowns.
He was recently appointed as Director of the National Institutes of Health, aiming to restore public trust and prioritize research on aging, chronic disease, and scientific integrity. His leadership aims to foster intellectual diversity and transparency.
DAVID KATZ
A renowned expert in disease prevention, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine, David founded and led Yale University’s Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center for over two decades and served as Past President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine.
He is also the founder of the True Health Initiative, a nonprofit promoting evidence-based health practices, and CEO of Diet ID, Inc. A prolific writer, speaker, and researcher, he has received multiple awards, including a 2019 James Beard Foundation Award nomination for health journalism.
ZUBY UDEZUE
An independent rapper, author, podcast host, and entrepreneur known for his outspoken views and motivational messaging, Zuby was born in England and raised in Saudi Arabia, he studied Computer Science at Oxford University.
Zuby has sold tens of thousands of albums and books independently, performed in over 10 countries, and gained millions of online followers. His podcast, Real Talk with Zuby, has over 20 million downloads, featuring guests like Joe Rogan and Dr. Drew. He is also the author of Strong Advice and the children’s book The Candy Calamity.
NAOMI WOLF
An American author, journalist, and political commentator known for her work on feminism, civil liberties, and government overreach, Naomi’s groundbreaking book, The Beauty Myth, challenged societal beauty standards and became a feminist classic.
She has written for The Guardian and The Huffington Post and advised Bill Clinton and Al Gore. Wolf has also authored The End of America and Vagina: A New Biography, addressing issues of democracy and personal freedoms. In recent years, she has been a vocal critic of censorship and authoritarianism.
DAVE SMITH
A stand-up comedian, libertarian political commentator, and podcaster known for his sharp humor and analysis of current events, Dave was born in New York City and raised in Brooklyn. He began performing comedy in the early 2000s and gained recognition as a “New Face” at the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in 2013.
He is the host of Part of the Problem, a podcast focusing on politics and philosophy, and co-host of the podcast Legion of Skanks. His 2017 comedy special Libertas topped the iTunes comedy chart. He frequently appears on The Joe Rogan Experience and The Greg Gutfeld Show.
MEET THE CREATORS
ADAM HAWK JENSEN: Director, Producer
is an award-winning filmmaker, journalist, and activist with over 20 years of experience in the Los Angeles film industry. After working on commercial productions and music videos, he transitioned into feature films and television, taking on roles such as assistant director and screenwriter for studios such as Touchstone, Warner Brothers, and Bad Robot.
In 2009, he shifted focus to documentary filmmaking, producing films on human rights for Reason TV and later founding Smock Media. His documentary feature Honor Flight premiered before a record-breaking audience, cementing his dedication to impactful storytelling in the human rights and freedom advocacy space.
SoundMind Creative Group: Producers
The founding members have many decades of frontline entertainment industry experience. They created SoundMind as an umbrella production company for member creatives who wish to retain a level of privacy, and who believe that the most important issue of our time is preserving freedom of expression and the uninhibited exchange of ideas, in art and in science.
BONUS MATERIALS
During the making of FOLLOW THE SCIENCE: Lockdowns Go Viral,
we captured over 30 hours of gripping, unfiltered conversations with more than 40 experts, insiders, and everyday people living through the chaos of the Covid crisis.
Many of these raw and revealing interviews never made it into the final cut—but now, you can access them.
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With a donation of $185 or more,
you’ll gain exclusive access to this powerful behind-the-scenes content—
offering deeper insights, untold stories, and unvarnished perspectives that shaped the film.
Don’t miss this opportunity to witness history as it unfolded in real time.
*Please note: Bonus Materials will become available
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ALL 6 CHAPTERS have been released.
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In addition to the full interviews of the stars of the project,
below you can see some of the other luminaries we interviewed.
Robert Malone
Peter McCullough
Tom Woods
Mattias Desmet
Jeffrey Tucker
Jenin Younes
Piers Robinson
Phil Magness
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