Topic: British Media

5 chapters across the catalog

Health Glitch
Episode 1428 23:19 - 26:03

1428: Health Glitch

Chernobyl Exclusion Zone Fighting and Spook Narratives

Reports from CNBC indicated heavy fighting within the Chernobyl exclusion zone, raising fears of environmental hazards despite the reactor being entombed in cement. British correspondents on American networks are characterized as an "early spook advance team" sent to set the narrative for NATO expansionism.

COVID Roulette
Episode 1369 58:54 - 1:00:54

1369: COVID Roulette

British Columbia Yellow Star Controversy, Vaccine Stickers

A vaccine clinic in British Columbia issued an apology after distributing yellow star stickers to individuals receiving their second dose. The imagery drew immediate condemnation on social media for its historical association with the Holocaust. Vancouver Coastal Health claimed the distribution was inadvertent and removed the stickers from the site.

Gingerbread Nation
Episode 277 56:46 - 58:16

277: Gingerbread Nation

Al Jazeera Funding and Intelligence Ties

The hosts discuss the rising popularity of Al Jazeera English as a source for "real news" during the Arab Spring. They express skepticism regarding the network's funding and independence, suggesting it has ties to British intelligence. They argue that any media outlet with significant global infrastructure and "boots on the ground" must be compromised by state interests.

GaGa vs Bieber
Episode 274 35:20 - 40:09

274: GaGa vs Bieber

CNN "On Holiday" Meme and Piers Morgan Ratings

The hosts notice CNN anchors using the British phrase "on holiday" instead of "on vacation," suggesting scripts are being shared with the BBC. They also mock Piers Morgan's low ratings on CNN, noting that his interview with the Kardashians failed to attract even half a million viewers. Comparisons are made to Rachel Maddow and a CNBC supermarket special that outperformed Morgan.