Topic: Affleck

20 chapters across the catalog

Douche Mobile
Episode 1676 2:32:12 - 2:35:13

1676: Douche Mobile

Violet Affleck, Long COVID Advocacy and Mask Mandates

Violet Affleck, daughter of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, spoke at a Los Angeles Board of Supervisors meeting to demand mask mandates and air filtration in government facilities to combat "Long COVID." The segment characterizes her advocacy as a result of "child abuse" and notes the persistence of mask culture in Hollywood families.

Race Norming
Episode 1352 2:49:50 - 2:56:51

1352: Race Norming

Morning Zoo Auditions, Pride Month and Sitcom Development

The show features auditions for a hypothetical "Morning Zoo" radio program, including characters like "Jacob the Gay Entertainment Reporter" and "Cross-Dresser Karen from HR." These segments are presented as a satirical contribution to Pride Month. There is also a humorous discussion about developing a sitcom based on the "No Agenda" characters, comparing the potential project to the classic show WKRP in Cincinnati.

Bug Appetit!
Episode 1351 2:58:15 - 3:01:22

1351: Bug Appetit!

Morning Zoo Audition, Liam Coffey Hollywood Update

Liam Coffey submits an audition tape for a potential "Morning Zoo" segment, providing a Hollywood update on Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez, and the "Friends" reunion. The hosts critique the pacing and intonation of the performance, placing the audition in "Pile B" for future consideration.

CIA Paid Me
Episode 1075 2:45:40 - 2:48:20

1075: CIA Paid Me

Ben Affleck Rehab and Media Coverage

Ben Affleck has reportedly returned to rehab for alcohol addiction. The hosts criticize the "Hollywood goo" style of media coverage, which focuses on celebrity status rather than providing resources or help for others struggling with similar addictions.

10th Anniversary
Episode 976 3:10:45 - 3:13:06

976: 10th Anniversary

Ben Affleck, Twitter Call-outs, and Public Apologies

Ben Affleck was called out on Twitter for allegedly lying about his knowledge of Harvey Weinstein's behavior. The hosts discuss how high-profile figures should handle public apologies, suggesting a direct admission of being "douchebags" for prioritizing money over ethics. A hypothetical scenario is proposed where a publicist might advise a client to "identify as a woman" to deflect criticism.

Bias Response Team
Episode 907 1:43:53 - 1:49:36

907: Bias Response Team

Academy Awards Politics and Casey Affleck's Speech

The hosts anticipate a highly political Academy Awards ceremony, citing Casey Affleck's "abhorrent" administration comments at the Spirit Awards as a preview. Joy Behar on *The View* defended celebrities using their platform for political advocacy. The hosts predict the show will be "boring and banal," suggesting a drinking game for every mention of "Russia" or "Cheetos."

Fact Check False
Episode 882 2:06:39 - 2:09:46

882: Fact Check False

Ben Affleck, Finding Your Roots, Slave Owner Ancestry

Leaked emails reveal that actor Ben Affleck pressured PBS producers to remove information about a slave-owning ancestor from his episode of Finding Your Roots. While the show's host, Henry Louis Gates Jr., initially resisted, the information was ultimately omitted from the broadcast. The hosts mock Affleck's selective pride in his Revolutionary War ancestry.

ISIS-Land
Episode 857 1:30:18 - 1:32:28

857: ISIS-Land

Jason Bourne Movie and Anti-CIA Themes

The hosts review the latest Jason Bourne film, noting its overtly anti-CIA stance. They contrast this with Ben Affleck's film "Argo," which received support from the State Department and credited Huma Abedin. The discussion explores the possibility of different Hollywood factions working for or against various government agencies.

Hispandering
Episode 785 4:59 - 8:52

785: Hispandering

Christmas Gifts, Silver Toothpicks, Hunting Calls

The hosts share details of their Christmas celebrations and gifts received during the holiday. One host received martini-making equipment including silver toothpicks for olives, while the other received various sound effect devices. These devices include a buck call for hunting excursions and a mouse chirp, leading to a demonstration of the different pitches and grunts these tools produce.

Peak Oil II
Episode 734 32:19 - 37:41

734: Peak Oil II

FIFA Corruption and Ben Affleck's CIA Connections

A discussion on the FIFA corruption scandal leads to rumors of a movie production by Ben Affleck. The hosts analyze Affleck's film "Argo" and its ties to the CIA, suggesting that Hollywood productions often serve as intelligence agency operations. They posit that the crackdown on FIFA might be a strategic move to increase the popularity of soccer in the United States.

Shoot Look Shoot
Episode 496 1:29:42 - 1:37:23

496: Shoot Look Shoot

Ben Affleck, CIA Influence in Hollywood

A discussion on the film "Argo" and the perceived influence of the CIA in Hollywood. The hosts suggest that George Clooney and Ben Affleck act as assets for government narratives, noting that "Argo" was released to coincide with the Benghazi crisis. The segment explores the history of Operation Mockingbird and the use of celebrities as influencers.

Big Mac & Cheese
Episode 495 1:32:33 - 1:35:17

495: Big Mac & Cheese

Hollywood Spy Contingent, Traitors in Entertainment

The discussion expands on the "Hollywood spy contingent," listing actors like George Clooney, Ben Affleck, and Angelina Jolie as individuals frequently involved in state-aligned activities. The hosts jokingly call for a boycott of *Ghostbusters* and *The Blues Brothers* following the revelations about Dan Aykroyd's ties to Homeland Security.

Episode 491 2:47:05 - 2:49:42

491: Pope and Change

Michelle Obama, Argo and CIA Revisionism

First Lady Michelle Obama's surprise appearance to present the Best Picture Oscar to "Argo" is analyzed as a propaganda move. The hosts point out that the film, which revises the history of the Iranian hostage crisis, was produced by George Clooney and supported by the State Department. They argue the movie serves to rehabilitate Jimmy Carter's legacy and promote the military-industrial complex.

Episode 491 2:49:42 - 2:52:48

491: Pope and Change

Ben Affleck, Huma Abedin and Eastern Congo Initiative

The credits for "Argo" feature "special thanks" to Huma Abedin and Whitney Williams, former aides to Hillary Clinton. Williams co-founded the Eastern Congo Initiative with Ben Affleck, suggesting deep ties between the film's production and the State Department. The hosts argue that Hollywood is being used for "cultural creationism" to rewrite history, similar to the films "Lincoln" and "Zero Dark Thirty."

Add Bacon
Episode 490 2:03:52 - 2:07:18

490: Add Bacon

Oscar Season and Historical Inaccuracy in Film

The hosts discuss the Academy Awards, focusing on "Lincoln" and "Argo." Former President Jimmy Carter criticized "Argo" for giving the CIA credit for a rescue operation that was 90% orchestrated by the Canadian government. Steven Spielberg's "Lincoln" is also scrutinized for its sanitized portrayal of the 16th president.

Mongolian Hat
Episode 474 20:51 - 25:36

474: Mongolian Hat

Argo Movie Analysis and State Department Influence

Adam Curry critiques the film *Argo*, noting a "special thanks" to Huma Abedin in the credits. He suggests the movie was a State Department psychological operation intended to bolster the Obama administration's image, potentially linking it to the timing of the Benghazi incident.

Episode 472 51:38 - 53:02

472: Conheads in Mexico

Ben Affleck Senate Speculation, Massachusetts Political Future

With John Kerry's Senate seat potentially opening up, speculation has turned to actor Ben Affleck as a possible candidate. Affleck, who has been active in advocacy for the Congo and recently released the film *Argo*, did not rule out a future in politics during recent interviews. The hosts compare his potential trajectory to that of George Clooney.

Burka Bellyflop
Episode 430 55:25 - 1:02:54

430: Burka Bellyflop

Rwanda-Congo Conflict, Chinese Infrastructure, Mineral Wealth

The UN has accused Rwanda of supporting rebels in the Eastern Congo, leading Western nations to suspend aid. The hosts argue that the conflict is actually a proxy battle over the Congo's vast mineral wealth, with China heavily invested in Rwandan infrastructure like the Kigali Convention Center. They suggest the U.S. is attempting to push "the Chinas" out of Africa using various diplomatic and military pressures.

Episode 407 2:35:03 - 2:37:38

407: Exploding Dog

Argo Movie, Iran Hostage Crisis PR

The trailer for the movie "Argo," starring Ben Affleck and produced by George Clooney, is discussed. The film depicts a CIA operation to rescue American hostages in Iran using a fake film crew, which is analyzed as a potential piece of modern propaganda regarding U.S.-Iran relations.

Terror Aperture
Episode 285 51:57 - 55:59

285: Terror Aperture

Celebrity Activism in Africa and Congo Pipeline Interests

Ben Affleck's testimony before Congress regarding the crisis in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is linked to regional oil interests. The discussion posits that celebrity "ambassadors" like Affleck and George Clooney are used to build public support for interventions in countries where major oil pipelines are planned. A map of Africa is described showing a strategic line of influence from Libya down to South Africa.