Stephan Kesting is best known for being a martial artist and Brazilian jiu-jitsu blackbelt with a large social media following on Youtube, Instagram, and Twitter. He also has 2 degrees in biology, a strong background in experimental design and statistics, and 22 years of experience as a first responder, currently holding the rank of captain in the Delta Fire Department and having been awarded the Medal of Bravery from the Canadian Government. For the last 18 months he has generated significant amounts of backlash and controversy by using his social media to combat misinformation and disinformation about Covid-19, vaccination, and the scientific method. Website: Grapplearts.com Instagram: @stephan_kesting Youtube: youtube.com/stephankesting Podcast: The Strenuous Life Podcast

Dr. Dennis is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Public Health, he also holds positions in the TTUHSC School of Medicine as well as the TTU Sociology department. Dr. Dennis holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Colorado Boulder. His research primarily explores social determinants of health, and more recently, the intersection between mental health and criminal justice.