11 chapters across the catalog
Tucker Carlson Interview with Adam Carolla and CIA Background
Tucker Carlson's appearance on the Adam Carolla show is analyzed, specifically his claims regarding personal wealth and his past desire to join the CIA. The hosts discuss Carlson's father's role as head of the Broadcast Board of Governors and the repeal of the Smith-Mundt Act. They compare Carlson's background to other media figures like Kara Swisher.
Carter Page Lawsuit Against Broadcasting Board of Governors
Carter Page has filed a lawsuit against the Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG) and Oath Inc. (parent of Yahoo and Huffington Post), alleging they disseminated government propaganda against him. The suit centers on the 2013 repeal of the Smith-Mundt Act, which Page claims allowed the BBG to target American citizens with state-funded narratives.
Matthew Armstrong, RT, and Chinese Media Sophistication
Matthew Armstrong of the Broadcast Board of Governors testified that Russian outlets like RT and Sputnik act as "echo chambers" for disinformation. He claimed that Chinese state media, such as CCTV (now CGTN), is more sophisticated and professional than Russian propaganda. The discussion also touched on American white supremacists using the Russian social network VKontakte.
Andrew Lack is returning to NBC to address the network's credibility crisis following the Brian Williams scandal. Lack resigned from his position as CEO of the Broadcast Board of Governors (BBG) after only six weeks to take the NBC role. Representative Ed Royce and Victoria Nuland discussed the need to reform the BBG to better disseminate information and counter Russian propaganda.
Broadcast Board of Governors, RT Budget and Propaganda War
Secretary John Kerry requested additional funding for the Broadcast Board of Governors (BBG) to counter Russian propaganda. While Kerry suggested the U.S. lacked an equivalent to Russia Today (RT) in the Russian language, data shows the BBG's budget of $721 million significantly exceeds RT's $220 million budget. The hosts discuss the ongoing information war and the role of Voice of America.
Ukrainian Constitutional Reform, Broadcasting Board of Governors
The United States is actively assisting Ukraine with constitutional reforms and "voter education" through the Broadcasting Board of Governors. This includes launching Russian-language television programs produced by Radio Free Europe to counter local narratives and align Ukraine with European standards.
Smith-Mundt Act Modernization, Broadcast Board of Governors
The 2013 modernization of the Smith-Mundt Act allows the Broadcast Board of Governors (BBG) to distribute its content domestically upon request. While the BBG claims it does not target U.S. audiences, local stations can now subscribe to free, high-quality news packages produced by the agency. This change has raised concerns about the potential for government-funded propaganda within the United States.
Tor Project Funding, Government Sponsorship
An analysis of the Tor Project's financial sponsors reveals significant funding from the U.S. State Department, the Broadcasting Board of Governors, and the Knight Foundation. The hosts argue that because Tor is a 501(c)(3) corporation receiving millions in government grants, it cannot be considered a truly independent or secure anonymity tool. They suggest Applebaum may be an agent protecting specific corporate interests.
Smith-Mundt Modernization Act and Domestic Propaganda
The Smith-Mundt Modernization Act of 2012 has officially taken effect, overturning a long-standing ban on the domestic dissemination of U.S. government propaganda. The Secretary of State and the Broadcasting Board of Governors are now authorized to use funds to influence American audiences through press, radio, and social media. The hosts warn that this allows for government-funded "psyops" to be integrated directly into mainstream media reporting.
Hillary Clinton explicitly states that the United States is engaged in an "information war" and is currently losing to networks like Al Jazeera. She criticizes American private media for "cultural programming" that she claims works at counter-purposes to American values. Clinton references the Cold War era as a time when the U.S. was more successful at messaging.
Wall Street Reform Bill, Federal Reserve Power
An analysis of the Wall Street reform bill proposed by Chris Dodd suggests it grants unprecedented oversight power to the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors. The bill is compared to the plot of Ayn Rand's "Atlas Shrugged," specifically regarding the government takeover of banking and industry. The Federal Reserve is described as a commercial entity rather than a government agency.
