McCoy Press Lectures

Nevada Board Meeting April 25, 2026

This portion of the transcript is Nevada board chair Ben Lurie trying to frame the merger vote as a matter that should be handled cautiously and institutionally, while also signaling that the board is being asked to act without the kind of financial disclosure he believes is necessary. He then pivots into a broader warning that public commentary and outside reporting may be inaccurate or based on “a different set of facts.” That framing appears to set up a contrast between public criticism and what he presents as the board’s duty to deliberate as public officials. The heart of his remarks is financial. Lurie says he specifically asked the NBCE for financial information that would help the board evaluate the proposed merger between FCLB and NBCE, including not just existing financials, but a forward-looking picture of what the combined organizations would look like. He explains that the answer he received at a town hall, that financials were available at the annual meetings, did not answer the real question. In his telling, the issue was not access to old documents, but the lack of a present financial snapshot and a forecast showing how money, including dues or funds from member boards, would be routed in a merged structure. This excerpt shows Lurie narrowing the discussion to process and financial transparency. He is telling the board that before it directs delegates on how to vote, it should have concrete information about the financial consequences of merging a 501(c)(3) and a 501(c)(6). The implication is that, at least from his perspective, that information had not yet been adequately provided. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drmatthewmccoy.substack.com [https://drmatthewmccoy.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

When Numbness Speaks: Unraveling T4 Syndrome Through Chiropractic Insight

This podcast explores a remarkable case study from the Annals of Vertebral Subluxation Research involving a woman suffering 25 years of debilitating numbness and tingling in both arms, eventually linked to T4 syndrome. The hosts explain how conventional diagnostics often miss this condition and how chiropractic analysis revealed subluxations at C2 and T4. Using specific adjustments guided by thermographic scans, the patient experienced near-immediate relief and complete resolution within months. The episode highlights the chiropractic model of correcting structural interference to restore nervous system balance and questions how many chronic issues may trace back to overlooked spinal dysfunction. CLICK HERE to review the study [https://vertebralsubluxationresearch.com/2025/01/11/1796-resolution-of-t4-syndrome-following-subluxation-based-chiropractic-care-a-case-study-review-of-the-literature/] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drmatthewmccoy.substack.com [https://drmatthewmccoy.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Prescription for Disaster: Montana’s Chiropractic Board Puts Public at Risk

A recent Montana Board of Chiropractic meeting revealed alarming incompetence and bias as board members supported expanding scope to include Schedule IV drug prescribing—without understanding what those drugs are. One member admitted to Googling “Schedule IV” and remained unaware of included drugs like Xanax. Another dismissed valid concerns from the medical community, and shockingly minimized the dangers of short-term opioid use. The board's actions, driven by the Montana Chiropractic Association's agenda, raise serious concerns about regulatory capture. The Chiropractic Chronicle warns that public health is at risk and urges sweeping reforms before this reckless behavior causes real harm. CLICK Here for related story [https://drmatthewmccoy.substack.com/p/the-montana-board-continues-to-threaten?r=qrff8&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drmatthewmccoy.substack.com [https://drmatthewmccoy.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Deep Dive: Vaccination and Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Medicaid Enrolled Children

Join us for a deep dive into the January 2025 study published in Science, Public Health Policy and the Law examining the link between vaccination and neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) in children. Using Florida Medicaid data from over 47,000 children, the study compared vaccinated and unvaccinated groups. It found a higher likelihood of NDDs, including autism, encephalopathy, and psychotic disorders, among vaccinated children, with risks increasing alongside the number of vaccination visits. The podcast explores the implications of these findings, emphasizing the need for individualized vaccination schedules, informed consent, and further research to assess long-term vaccine safety, especially for vulnerable groups like preterm infants. CLICK HERE for Related Article [https://open.substack.com/pub/drmatthewmccoy/p/breaking-news-landmark-study-links?r=qrff8&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit drmatthewmccoy.substack.com [https://drmatthewmccoy.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]