Topic: Christine Blasey Ford

17 chapters across the catalog

Commie Comey
Episode 1071 44:00 - 48:03

1071: Commie Comey

Senate Judiciary Committee "Eleven White Men" Narrative

A media supercut highlights the repetitive use of the phrase "eleven white men" to describe the Republican members of the Senate Judiciary Committee. The hosts point out that the committee includes diverse members like Ted Cruz, Kamala Harris, and Cory Booker, but the media focus remains strictly on the GOP's gender and racial makeup during the Kavanaugh hearings.

Commie Comey
Episode 1071 48:04 - 50:59

1071: Commie Comey

Christine Blasey Ford Testimony Negotiations

Negotiations continue regarding the public hearing for Dr. Christine Blasey Ford's allegations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. While Ford has accepted the invitation to testify, her lawyers are disputing the timing and format of the hearing. The White House characterizes these requests as a delay tactic intended to push the confirmation past the midterm elections.

Commie Comey
Episode 1071 57:07 - 1:00:35

1071: Commie Comey

CNN Panel of Republican Women on Kavanaugh

A CNN panel featuring Republican women reveals strong support for Brett Kavanaugh. The participants express skepticism regarding allegations from 36 years ago and argue that a man's character should not be judged by high school behavior. They question why Ford did not come forward during Kavanaugh's previous federal background checks and express sympathy for the nominee's family.

Commie Comey
Episode 1071 1:00:35 - 1:04:54

1071: Commie Comey

Sanjay Gupta on Alcohol and Long-Term Memory

Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains the medical effects of alcohol on memory, distinguishing between "blackout" and "grey-out" states. He notes that while intoxicated individuals can often recall details in the short term, alcohol acts as a "sledgehammer" to the process of encoding long-term memories. This medical context is applied to the reliability of Christine Blasey Ford's decades-old recollections.

The Learning Curve
Episode 1400 6:44 - 9:00

1400: The Learning Curve

Joy Reid, White Tears and Racial Commentary

MSNBC host Joy Reid faces criticism for her commentary regarding "white tears" and vigilantism during the Rittenhouse trial. Reid compared the defendant's emotional testimony to the Brett Kavanaugh Supreme Court confirmation hearings. The discussion notes Reid's personal background as the daughter of immigrants from Ghana and the Congo while analyzing her perspective on American racial dynamics.

M-Word
Episode 1076 1:55:25 - 1:57:00

1076: M-Word

Ethanol Rollback and Dianne Feinstein Mockery

President Trump orders the EPA to roll back limits on ethanol blending in gasoline during a rally in Iowa. At the same event, he mocks Senator Dianne Feinstein for allegedly leaking the Christine Blasey Ford letter, leading to "lock her up" chants from the crowd.

CIA Paid Me
Episode 1075 4:32 - 7:34

1075: CIA Paid Me

Chuck Schumer Ballot Box Speech and C-SPAN Viewership

Senator Chuck Schumer delivered a floor speech urging Americans to respond to the Kavanaugh confirmation at the ballot box. Schumer emphasized protecting healthcare and vindicating the sacrifice of Dr. Christine Blasey Ford. The effectiveness of such speeches is questioned given the relatively low viewership of C-SPAN.

CIA Paid Me
Episode 1075 7:36 - 9:43

1075: CIA Paid Me

Senate Gallery Protests and Sexual Assault Allegations

Protesters in the Senate gallery were removed for shouting during the Kavanaugh vote, with one woman specifically questioning her lack of representation. The atmosphere was marked by numerous women coming forward to share experiences of sexual assault and harassment. These claims are contrasted with the specific allegations made by Dr. Ford.

Boo You
Episode 1074 21:37 - 24:42

1074: Boo You

Donald Trump Campaign Rally Performance in Mississippi

During a campaign rally in Mississippi, President Trump performed a routine questioning the memory gaps in Dr. Christine Blasey Ford's testimony. The hosts discuss Trump's evolving "stand-up" style and Scott Adams' theory on how inconsistent delivery creates an addictive quality for the audience. They note that mainstream networks often edit the clips to remove the context of his "one beer" punchline.

Boof a Lemon
Episode 1073 8:05 - 12:49

1073: Boof a Lemon

Christine Blasey Ford Testimony, Polygraphs, Boofing Definitions

Analysis of Christine Blasey Ford's testimony focuses on her use of "vocal fry" and the validity of her polygraph test, which some suggest was easily defeatable. The discussion shifts to Brett Kavanaugh's high school yearbook references, specifically the term "boofing." While Kavanaugh claimed it referred to flatulence, research into the Urban Dictionary suggests it refers to the consumption of alcohol via the rectum to avoid detection on the breath.

Boof a Lemon
Episode 1073 18:26 - 23:05

1073: Boof a Lemon

Diane Feinstein, Leak Allegations, Washington Post

Senator Diane Feinstein denies leaking Christine Blasey Ford's confidential letter to the press during a Senate Judiciary Committee exchange. The timeline of the letter's release is questioned, as Ford reportedly approached the Washington Post while seeking confidentiality. The entire process is characterized as an inauthentic, purely political maneuver where all parties involved are suspected of dishonesty.

Adultism is Real
Episode 1072 2:26 - 8:04

1072: Adultism is Real

Brett Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford, Supreme Court Confirmation Hearing

The hearing involving Judge Brett Kavanaugh and Dr. Christine Blasey Ford dominates the national news cycle. Analysis of Article 3, Section 1 of the U.S. Constitution clarifies that Supreme Court appointments are for "good behavior" rather than strictly for life. Speculation arises regarding the potential nomination of Amy Coney Barrett should Kavanaugh fail to be confirmed, alongside observations on Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's health.

Adultism is Real
Episode 1072 26:05 - 37:52

1072: Adultism is Real

NPR Teen Roundtable, Adultism and Youth Perspectives

NPR's "On the Media" features a roundtable of teenagers from Georgetown Prep and Holton-Arms discussing the Kavanaugh allegations. The students introduce the term "adultism" to describe the marginalization of youth perspectives by older generations. One student claims that "fun for boys" should not result in "exploitation for girls," while asserting that all men are inherently predatory.

Alexa in a Lexus
Episode 1070 28:27 - 33:56

1070: Alexa in a Lexus

Brett Kavanaugh Nomination, Straw Man Theory

The sexual assault allegations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh are analyzed as a potential "straw man" strategy by the Trump administration. President Trump's public comments are interpreted as offering Kavanaugh an exit strategy while blaming Democrats for the delay. The timing of Senator Dianne Feinstein's release of the Ford letter is questioned.

Alexa in a Lexus
Episode 1070 37:37 - 39:05

1070: Alexa in a Lexus

Barbara Boxer, Anna Eshoo Support for Dr. Ford

Former Senator Barbara Boxer appeared on MSNBC to vouch for the credibility of Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, citing the support of Representative Anna Eshoo. The hosts dismiss these endorsements as partisan maneuvers. The discussion highlights the role of California politicians in amplifying the accusations against Kavanaugh.