9 chapters across the catalog
Royce Kokami, Pre-Obama Era Origins
Royce Kokami noted that the show began in November 2007, a "pre-Obama era" that feels like a different world. He recalled favorite episodes featuring John C. Dvorak and Jolie Odell. Additionally, Colin Fanon of Fanon Fitness offered a 20% discount on coaching services using the promo code "JOHNC" to honor Dvorak's memory.
A major donation from Sir Anonymous of Dogpatch prompts a look back at episode 11 from 2007. In the archival clip, the hosts discussed a "nut job" theory about pharmaceutical companies releasing viruses to sell antidotes, which they now view as a precursor to their COVID-19 deconstruction.
NATO Expansion, 2007 Putin Speech, Security Guarantees
RT provides an explainer on the roots of the Ukraine conflict, citing NATO's eastward expansion as a primary cause. The segment features Vladimir Putin's 2007 speech in Munich, where he warned that NATO enlargement had nothing to do with European security. Russia's recent requests for legally binding security guarantees were reportedly ignored by the West.
Joe Biden 2007, Afghanistan Withdrawal Contradiction
A 2007 clip of then-Senator Joe Biden shows him warning that a hasty withdrawal from Afghanistan would take a year and that leaving billions of dollars in weapons behind would result in them being used against future generations. The hosts contrast this with the actual 2021 withdrawal, which they characterize as a chaotic failure that fulfilled Biden's own earlier warnings.
Birthday Announcements, Listener Donations, Future Predictions
The hosts celebrated several listener birthdays, including Tina "The Keeper" and Jay. A donation from Hugo Salgado pointed to a 2007 episode (number 13) where the hosts allegedly made futuristic predictions that have since come true. The segment also recognized donors from across the U.S. and Canada, including a 19-year-old "rogue knight" from Washington.
Janet Yellen on Debt Sustainability and 2007 Parallels
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen stated that she is "getting sleep" despite the national debt exceeding GDP, citing low interest rates as a structural trend. She compared the current debt burden to 2007, a year the hosts point out immediately preceded the 2008 financial crash. They speculate that Yellen may be signaling an upcoming market "bubble" pop to the "cognoscenti."
Wachovia Bank Drug Money Laundering and Credit Crunch
An investigation into Wachovia Bank, now owned by Wells Fargo, reveals the laundering of $378 billion for Mexican drug cartels through Casas de Cambio. The discussion posits that the 2007 global credit crunch was triggered when Wachovia was forced to cut ties with these entities, removing a massive source of liquid drug money from the banking system. The bank eventually paid a $110 million fine, which the hosts describe as a fraction of their profits.
The history and purpose of Daylight Savings Time are explored, tracing legislation from the Uniform Time Act of 1966 to the Energy Policy Act of 2007. While often attributed to farmers or energy savings, the legal justification is frequently cited as the "convenience of commerce." The theory presented is that extra daylight in the evening encourages billions of dollars in additional consumer shopping.
A 2007 clip features then-candidate Barack Obama criticizing the George W. Bush administration for using executive privilege to hide information from Congress. Obama stated at the time that he would never hide behind such privilege if elected. This historical footage is contrasted with his current administration's actions regarding the Eric Holder investigation.
