Topic: Atmospheric Rivers

13 chapters across the catalog

Old Bag
Episode 1735

1735: Old Bag

Atmospheric River Weather Conditions in Northern Silicon Valley

The hosts discuss current weather patterns in Northern Silicon Valley, specifically the arrival of an "atmospheric river." Despite reports of heavy rain, conditions are described as extremely humid and drizzling rather than a downpour. The conversation notes that while everything is soaking wet, the expected half-foot of water has not yet materialized.

King for a Day
Episode 1632 1:49:36 - 1:53:27

1632: King for a Day

California Floods, Atmospheric Rivers, Climate Change Rhetoric

Southern California has been hit by record-breaking rainfall from "atmospheric river" storms, resulting in mudslides and fatalities. Media outlets like Democracy Now! and various celebrities have attributed these "once in a hundred year" events to climate change. Critics argue that such weather patterns are cyclical and that the public is being psychologically manipulated to view all extreme weather through the lens of global warming.

TRANSNOODLE
Episode 1392

1392: TRANSNOODLE

Atmospheric Rivers and West Coast Weather Patterns

The hosts discuss the "atmospheric river" weather phenomenon currently affecting Northern Silicon Valley and the West Coast. While one host expresses surprise at the terminology, the other notes it has been used recently to describe heavy rainfall following drought conditions. The conversation establishes the broadcasting locations in Texas and California.

Al Gore Rhythms
Episode 1549 38:57 - 43:43

1549: Al Gore Rhythms

California Flooding, Lake Tulare Re-emergence

The re-emergence of Lake Tulare in California's Central Valley following record-breaking atmospheric rivers has flooded over 150,000 acres of farmland. Despite the massive influx of water, media reports continue to warn of future severe droughts, leading to accusations of "gaslighting" the public. The flooding has significantly impacted the dairy and pistachio industries, with estimated damages reaching $1 billion.

Killer Clown
Episode 1536

1536: Killer Clown

California Atmospheric River, Homelessness and Shanty Town Proposal

California faces an incoming atmospheric river predicted to drop four inches of rain, prompting a discussion on the recurring failure of homeless policies in the state. A proposal is made to designate land near airports for the development of shanty towns or favelas, allowing unhoused populations to build their own structures. The suggestion highlights the perceived futility of current government interventions in Northern Silicon Valley and Los Angeles.

Boiling Ocean
Episode 1522 15:46 - 21:12

1522: Boiling Ocean

Al Gore Davos Rant, Boiling Oceans and Rain Bombs

Al Gore delivered a high-energy speech at Davos 2023, claiming the atmosphere is being used as an "open sewer" for 162 million tons of greenhouse gas daily. He stated that accumulated heat is equivalent to 600,000 Hiroshima-class atomic bombs exploding every day, which he claims is "boiling the oceans." Gore warned of "rain bombs" and a future with one billion climate refugees, threatening the capacity for self-governance.

Healthscare System
Episode 1521 2:49:11 - 2:52:30

1521: Healthscare System

Gas Stove Ban, Climate Change Rhetoric

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is considering a ban on gas stoves in new builds, citing links to childhood asthma and indoor pollution. Proponents of the ban also point to methane emissions as a significant driver of climate change. In California, recent heavy rainfall and "atmospheric rivers" are being framed as consistent with global warming predictions of "wetter wet years" and "drier dry years."

Freeze Peach
Episode 1519

1519: Freeze Peach

California Bomb Cyclone, Weather Reporting Discrepancies

The weather in Northern California and the Texas Hill Country is compared against official forecasts of a "bomb cyclone" and "atmospheric rivers." Discrepancies are noted between Microsoft's built-in weather tracking and actual "boots on the ground" observations of sunny skies. A brief discussion follows regarding the use of a VPN set to Argentina and how it affects localized search results and currency displays.

Q-Yoga
Episode 1518

1518: Q-Yoga

California Atmospheric River, Media Fear-Mongering

California experienced a significant rainstorm labeled an "atmospheric river" and "bomb cyclone" by media outlets like The Washington Post. Reports of fallen trees and potential flooding in Guerneville and the Napa River are contrasted with local observations of standard winter weather. The coverage is characterized as naive fear-mongering by some observers despite evacuation orders and power outages reported by the Associated Press.

Re-wilding
Episode 1394

1394: Re-wilding

California Weather Reports, Atmospheric River Media Coverage

Media outlets reported on a massive "atmospheric river" and "bomb cyclone" hitting Northern California, bringing record rainfall to Sacramento and San Francisco. While news footage showed flooding and mudslides in areas affected by the Dixie Fire, local observations in San Francisco suggested the ground absorbed the six inches of rain without significant mud or power outages. The discrepancy between dire media warnings of a "river of doom" and the actual local impact is noted.

Space Wake
Episode 1393 2:19:34 - 2:26:01

1393: Space Wake

Bomb Cyclone Weather Events and Chief Heat Officers

A "bomb cyclone" and "atmospheric river" are forecast to bring heavy rain and potential flooding to the U.S. West Coast. The hosts discuss the cyclical nature of California weather and a new BBC report from 18 U.S. intelligence agencies linking climate change to global instability. Additionally, they note the appointment of Africa's first "Chief Heat Officer" in Freetown, Sierra Leone, to manage rising temperatures.

iPoop
Episode 974

974: iPoop

Atmospheric River Forecast and California Wildfire Relief

A massive atmospheric river is forecasted to hit the Pacific Northwest and Northern California, potentially bringing rain and snow to areas devastated by recent wildfires. The hosts discuss the timing of the storm and the use of "rain sticks" to encourage precipitation in drought-stricken regions. The weather pattern is expected to move from the West Coast toward Austin, Texas, following historical trends.

Disaster Capitalist
Episode 235 1:17:10 - 1:19:35

235: Disaster Capitalist

Atmospheric Rivers, ELF Systems and Mind Control

The hosts discuss "rivers of water" in the atmosphere and how Extremely Low Frequency (ELF) systems might influence them to cause floods, such as those in Pakistan. They further speculate that these frequencies can interact with the human brain's Schumann resonance to broadcast subliminal messages or control moods.