Topic: 50 Caliber

4 chapters across the catalog

Homeless Apocalypse
Episode 1418 3:04:47 - 3:08:42

1418: Homeless Apocalypse

No Agenda Meetup Reports from Austin and Dallas

Producers provide audio reports from recent meetups in Texas. In Austin, a "Meat Shoot" featured a local city councilwoman firing a .50 caliber rifle. In Dallas, attendees gathered to share "Let's Go Brandon" sentiments and discuss local politics. The hosts emphasize the importance of these physical gatherings for building community.

Son of a Biden
Episode 1175 42:21 - 45:22

1175: Son of a Biden

Sheila Jackson Lee, AR-15 Weight Claims

Representative Sheila Jackson Lee was criticized for claiming an AR-15 is as heavy as "10 boxes" and fires .50 caliber bullets. The hosts mock her lack of firearm knowledge, noting that the AR-15 is a lightweight rifle that typically fires .223 or 5.56mm rounds.

Flaming Groovies
Episode 462 41:56 - 45:02

462: Flaming Groovies

Gaza Conflict Origins, Iranian Involvement Claims

The hosts debate the catalyst for the 2012 Gaza escalation, specifically a report of an Israeli helicopter shooting a teenager. They analyze statements from the Knesset blaming Iran for rocket fire and compare the timing of the conflict to U.S. "orange alerts" used during the Bush administration for political leverage.

Lions Stood Still
Episode 333 48:40 - 51:38

333: Lions Stood Still

War Costs, Taxpayer Money, Rebel Combat Footage

The cost of U.S. operations in Libya is officially estimated at $896 million, though internal documents suggest it will exceed $2.3 billion. Footage of rebels firing expensive 50-caliber rounds into the air from pickup trucks is criticized as a waste of taxpayer-funded ammunition. The combat style is compared to "Mad Max" or action movies starring Denzel Washington.