QuackorSnack

First Annual Awards 2026

Is Christiane Northrup
a Quack or a Snack?

David GeierQuack

David Geier

practicing without licenseautism quackeryLupron protocol

Researcher with a bachelor's degree in biology who has co-authored studies with his father, physician Mark Geier, on the relationship between vaccine ingredients and developmental disorders. Worked at his father's medical practice where he was involved in patient care and administration of the Lupron protocol for autistic children. Was charged by the Maryland Board of Physicians with practicing medicine without a license in 2011. Appointed to a role at HHS in 2025.

David PerlmutterQuack

David Perlmutter

grain-braingluten-freeneurologist

Board-certified neurologist and Fellow of the American College of Nutrition who authored the bestseller Grain Brain, arguing that gluten and carbohydrates are significant contributors to neurological conditions including Alzheimer's disease, ADHD, and depression. Advocates for low-carbohydrate, high-fat diets and sells a line of supplements. His dietary claims extend beyond the current neurological and nutritional consensus.

Christiane NorthrupQuack

Christiane Northrup

anti-vaccineOB-GYNDisinformation Dozen

Board-certified OB-GYN and bestselling author on women's health who gained a wide following through television appearances including on The Oprah Winfrey Show. In recent years, she has become an outspoken critic of COVID-19 vaccines and public health mandates. Was named in the Center for Countering Digital Hate's 'Disinformation Dozen' report and her medical board certification has lapsed.

ElectroBOOMSnack

ElectroBOOM

electrical-engineeringfree-energy-debunkingelectronics

Iranian-Canadian electrical engineer with a master's degree from Simon Fraser University. Runs the ElectroBOOM YouTube channel, where he addresses free energy claims and teaches electronics through comedic demonstrations.

Aron RaSnack

Aron Ra

creationism-debunkingatheismevolution

Atheist activist and YouTube creator known for the Foundational Falsehoods of Creationism video series. Holds a BS in Anthropology from Arizona State University and formerly served as president of the Atheist Alliance of America.

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Quacks are pseudoscientists, noctors, and science deniers whose claims have been documented and debunked. Snacks are the science communicators, educators, and researchers fighting misinformation. You decide who gets the award.

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