Topic: Air Force Base

34 chapters across the catalog

Second Half of Show
Episode 1844 30:18 - 33:56

1844: Second Half of Show

Richard Nixon, Jackie Gleason, Alien Mausoleum Visit

An unconfirmed story alleges that President Richard Nixon personally drove comedian Jackie Gleason to a Florida Air Force base to view dead alien bodies. Gleason was reportedly a UFO enthusiast, and Nixon allegedly showed him a warehouse containing a repository of extraterrestrial remains preserved in liquid. Gleason remained shaken by the experience, though he questioned if it could have been an elaborate prank.

Boomer Benefits
Episode 1775 16:07 - 22:23

1775: Boomer Benefits

Jennifer Griffin, B-2 Bomber Strike Logistics

Jennifer Griffin of Fox News provides a detailed breakdown of the U.S. military strike on Iranian nuclear sites, including Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. The operation involved B-2 bombers flying round-trip from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri, supported by an extensive air refueling bridge. The strike utilized 14 Massive Ordnance Penetrators and 30 Tomahawk missiles launched from submarines.

Boomer Benefits
Episode 1775 22:25 - 25:50

1775: Boomer Benefits

Pentagon Operational Security, B-2 Stealth Bomber Fleet

The Pentagon maintained unprecedented operational security during the Iran strike, with no leaks occurring prior to the official announcement. The current status of the B-2 Spirit fleet is reviewed, noting that 17 aircraft remain in service as the military transitions to the B-21 Raider. The high cost and specialized maintenance of these stealth bombers are highlighted as unique American capabilities.

Pulling a Johnson
Episode 1631 1:02:42 - 1:07:11

1631: Pulling a Johnson

John Kirby, Red Sea Shipping, Biden at Dover AFB

National Security Council spokesman John Kirby defends U.S. strikes against Houthi rebels, admitting they have yet to stop attacks on international shipping in the Red Sea. Kirby emphasizes the 20-nation coalition formed to protect the waterway. Meanwhile, President Biden attends the "dignified transfer" of fallen soldiers at Dover Air Force Base, an event the hosts scrutinize for its optics and the absence of visible grieving families in the footage.

Comely
Episode 1587 2:27:30 - 2:35:39

1587: Comely

California Forever Mega-City Project in Solano County

A group of wealthy tech investors, operating as Flannery Associates, reveals plans for "California Forever," a new walkable mega-city in Solano County. The project has faced criticism for secretly purchasing 55,000 acres of farmland near Travis Air Force Base. The hosts mock the utopian marketing and the potential conflict with military operations.

Escaped Mutant
Episode 1586 1:52:43 - 1:55:32

1586: Escaped Mutant

Silicon Valley Elites and the California Forever City

A group of Silicon Valley billionaires, including Michael Moritz, Reid Hoffman, and Marc Andreessen, has been revealed as the backers of "California Forever," a project to build a new city in Solano County. The group has purchased $800 million worth of land near Travis Air Force Base. The hosts discuss whether this is a "15-minute city" project or a "company town" intended to provide safe housing for tech workers away from San Francisco.

Tranarchism
Episode 1578 2:10:54 - 2:15:18

1578: Tranarchism

Niger Coup, US Military Base AB 201

The U.S. government is avoiding the term "coup" regarding the ousting of Niger's President Mohamed Bazoum to maintain $400 million in aid. A former service member provides "boots on the ground" insight into Air Force Base 201, a $110 million project intended to counter Chinese influence and secure nearby uranium mines.

Slime Mold
Episode 1442 37:53 - 43:06

1442: Slime Mold

U.S. Military Aid and Javelin Missile Shipments

President Biden pledged an additional $800 million in weapons and security assistance to Ukraine, including helicopters and Javelin anti-tank missiles. CBS News provided an exclusive look at shipments departing from Dover Air Force Base. The hosts suggest these shipments are a way for the U.S. to clear out old inventory from "ammo dumps" to justify purchasing new equipment from defense contractors.

Health Glitch
Episode 1428 2:54:09 - 2:57:43

1428: Health Glitch

Phoenix Meetup and Global Producer Credits

Producers from the Phoenix meetup and various military bases, including Ramstein in Germany, sent in donations and notes regarding local lockdowns. The segment included a "de-douching" for several long-time listeners and a call to "recall" California Governor Gavin Newsom.

Algorithmic Amplification
Episode 1096 2:43:46 - 2:48:45

1096: Algorithmic Amplification

Mystery Light in California Sky and Rocket Launch Rumors

A mysterious luminescent light appeared in the California sky, which the National Weather Service identified as a noctilucent cloud caused by a meteor. However, the hosts suspect it was a failed or aborted rocket launch from Vandenberg Air Force Base, noting that the visual evidence resembled an explosion in the upper atmosphere rather than a natural phenomenon.

Weaponized Tech
Episode 934 1:24:31 - 1:28:09

934: Weaponized Tech

US Missile Defense Test and North Korea Warning

The Pentagon successfully conducted the first-ever intercept of a mock Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) over the Pacific. The interceptor was launched from Vandenberg Air Force Base and hit a target launched from the Marshall Islands. The test is interpreted as a deterrent signal to North Korea following their recent missile tests.

New World Odor
Episode 571 2:40:50 - 2:45:00

571: New World Odor

Atlas V Rocket Launch, China Moon Probe

An Atlas V rocket carrying a classified National Reconnaissance Office payload is scheduled for launch from Vandenberg Air Force Base. Simultaneously, China successfully launched the Chang'e 3 lunar probe, which includes the "Jade Rabbit" lander. China aims to become the third nation to achieve a soft landing on the moon as part of its expanding space program.

Kosovo Protocol
Episode 543 48:03 - 49:43

543: Kosovo Protocol

Vandenberg Air Force Base Spy Satellite Launch

A billion-dollar top-secret spy satellite was launched from Vandenberg Air Force Base using a powerful Atlas IV rocket. The payload is designed to distinguish minute details on Earth, raising concerns about the expansion of domestic and global surveillance. The launch occurred amidst heightened tensions regarding the Syrian conflict.

Intelligence Product
Episode 481 1:34:14 - 1:38:47

481: Intelligence Product

Clinton Sincerity, Families of Benghazi Victims

The father of a fallen Navy SEAL, Charles Woods, disputes Hillary Clinton's claims of sincerity during the return of the caskets at Andrews Air Force Base. Woods alleges that Clinton explicitly blamed the internet video for his son's death during their private meeting, contradicting her later testimony.

New Red Line
Episode 444 2:09 - 4:50

444: New Red Line

Flag-Draped Caskets, State Department Protocol and Media Policy

The return of four Americans killed in Benghazi, Libya, to Andrews Air Force Base prompts a discussion on the visual use of flag-draped caskets. A previous media agreement to avoid showing such images is contrasted with the high-profile ceremony attended by President Obama and Secretary of State Clinton. The discrepancy between treatment of State Department "elites" and regular military service members is highlighted.

Bad Actors
Episode 443 1:03:36 - 1:07:35

443: Bad Actors

Susan Lindauer, Haldol and Chemical Lobotomies

Whistleblower Susan Lindauer describes being held without trial under the Patriot Act and facing government attempts to forcibly medicate her with Haldol, Ativan, and Prozac. Lindauer characterizes Haldol as a "chemical lobotomy" that induces Parkinson's-like symptoms, rendering a person unable to speak, write, or process information. The drug is frequently used in prison systems to manage non-compliant inmates.

Episode 433 2:06 - 4:44

433: Hanseatic League

No Agenda Tour Stop in Layton, Utah

The program originates from Layton, Utah, situated near Hill Air Force Base in what is described as "Romney country." The presence of F-16 fighter jets flying overhead provides ambient noise as the hosts describe the local military community and the technical setup provided by producer Mike Staton.

Episode 433 1:30:05 - 1:34:03

433: Hanseatic League

Military Technology and Windows Operating Systems

Claims are made that critical military infrastructure, including air traffic control systems at Hill Air Force Base and certain drone operations, run on Windows CE or other Microsoft operating systems. This reliance on commercial software is cited as a potential vulnerability for the military-industrial complex.