12 chapters across the catalog
Josh Hawley Whistleblower Claims on Loose Security
Senator Josh Hawley released whistleblower allegations claiming that the majority of the security detail at the Butler rally were not actual Secret Service agents but inexperienced DHS personnel. The whistleblowers described the event as having "loose security," contradicting the high-threat environment typically associated with presidential candidates.
Black Sea Grain Initiative, EU Joint Ammunition Procurement
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres and President Zelensky are pushing for the extension of the Black Sea Grain Initiative before its March 18th expiration. Simultaneously, EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell proposed a 1-billion-euro plan for joint ammunition purchasing to replenish Ukrainian stockpiles of 155mm shells. This move signals the European Union's transition into a military procurement entity, utilizing frameworks established during the COVID-19 vaccine rollout.
Reports of ammunition shortages and inflated pricing are attributed to the U.S. government making bulk purchases, which reduces market supply. Similar trends were noted in 2008 when agencies like the IRS reportedly acquired billions of rounds. This market pressure, combined with fears of new taxes on bullets, often leads to panic buying among private citizens.
Engineered Food Shortages, Chinese Troops in California
Claims are made that Democratic governors are engineering food shortages by shutting down processing plants and grocery stores under COVID-19 pretexts. Mike Adams further alleges that Governor Gavin Newsom might allow Chinese troops to land at California ports to serve as a beachhead for a globalist takeover of the United States.
Final Donor Credits and San Bruno Ammo Lines
The show concluded with a final reading of producers who donated $50 or more, including Alan Graves, Sir Lucas of the Lost Bits, and Nancy Murphy. Murphy noted that while grocery lines are long, the lines at the San Bruno gun store are even longer as citizens stock up on ammunition. The hosts thanked the "tribe" of listeners for their continued support through the "Value for Value" model during the global crisis.
Gun Stock Trends, Media Dramatization Techniques
The hosts observe that gun stocks typically rise following mass shootings due to fears of new gun control legislation. They also criticize ABC News for using dramatized medical footage in their reporting on Jeffrey Epstein's transport to the hospital.
Representative Thomas Massie expressed skepticism on CNN regarding the narrative that Bashar al-Assad ordered a chemical attack. Massie argued that such an attack would not serve Assad's interests and suggested the gas might have been released from a bombed ammo dump. The interview was abruptly ended after Massie questioned the certainty of the intelligence provided by human rights observers.
Following the accidental death of two Dutch soldiers in Mali, the hosts discuss the military tactic of "salting" ammunition supplies with spiked rounds that explode when fired. They also touch on the use of infrared-reflective tape to prevent friendly fire incidents during combat operations.
A donation from a "prepper" in Texas leads to a discussion about stockpiling weapons and food. The hosts mock the idea of an imminent apocalyptic event or martial law, comparing it to the "crank radio" culture of NPR listeners. Dvorak argues that in a real emergency, he would simply drive to a motel in Sacramento rather than use a survival kit.
Guns & Ammo Editor Resignation, Second Amendment Column Controversy
Jim Biquette, the editor of Guns & Ammo, has resigned following a backlash over a column by Dick Metcalfe that suggested the Second Amendment is subject to regulation. The hosts analyze the media's reaction to the firing, suggesting the magazine may have been "hijacked" by anti-gun interests to create a phony controversy and discredit traditional gun journalism.
Executive Producer Credits, Baronet AJ Rystad and Ammo Scarcity
Sir AJ Rystad is granted a baronetcy of Treasure Valley, Idaho (initially misidentified as Ohio) following a significant donation. Other executive producers are acknowledged, including Adam Smith and Sir Beer Geek. A discussion ensues regarding the scarcity of ammunition in the United States, with listeners requesting "karma" to find supplies.
In Seattle, a gun buyback program offers $100 Amazon gift cards in exchange for handguns, which the hosts mock as an ineffective strategy. Meanwhile, Vice President Joe Biden is reportedly preparing executive actions regarding gun control and ammunition. The hosts argue that these measures are being rushed through without a proper investigation into the Sandy Hook incident.
