Topic: Black Ice

3 chapters across the catalog

Scop Christmas
Episode 1515 8:26 - 10:59

1515: Scop Christmas

Black Ice Safety, Global Cooling Media History

A discussion on road safety regarding "black ice" leads to a suggestion that the term be changed to "invisible ice" for accuracy. The conversation shifts to historical media coverage from 1979 and 1980, where news outlets reportedly warned of global cooling. These past reports are contrasted with modern climate change narratives, which are characterized as a "scam" or psychological operation.

Satchel of Richards
Episode 1517 2:17:08 - 2:20:42

1517: Satchel of Richards

Cultural History of Climate and Global Cooling

Wolfgang Behringer's book, "A Cultural History of Climate," suggests that historical cooling periods have led to social upheaval, while warming periods have fostered cultural blossoming. The hosts discuss their theory of an impending global cooling phase and criticize the green movement for ignoring the benefits of a warmer climate.

Congrats Canada
Episode 1047 28:38 - 36:36

1047: Congrats Canada

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Tornillo Texas Border Visit

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez visited a shelter in Tornillo, Texas, and characterized the secretive nature of immigrant detention facilities as "black sites." She argued that the lack of transparency for members of Congress and journalists constitutes a human rights abuse. Critics noted her status as a candidate from New York and questioned the accuracy of comparing domestic detention centers to CIA torture facilities.