Topic: Cody Wilson

10 chapters across the catalog

Alexa in a Lexus
Episode 1070 48:26 - 52:54

1070: Alexa in a Lexus

Cody Wilson, Sexual Assault Allegations in Texas

Cody Wilson, the founder of Defense Distributed and creator of 3D-printed gun blueprints, faces sexual assault charges in Austin, Texas. The hosts suggest the case may be a "honey trap" or setup by the "deep state" due to Wilson's legal victories regarding untraceable firearms. The age of consent in Texas and Wilson's business trip to Taiwan are discussed as key factors in the media narrative.

Barrel Roll
Episode 1059 2:00:57 - 2:03:26

1059: Barrel Roll

Cody Wilson, Ghost Guns and NPR Interview

Austin-based activist Cody Wilson, known for distributing 3D-printed "ghost gun" files, was interviewed by NPR's Bob Garfield. The interview turned contentious when Garfield asked Wilson if he feared being shot by one of his own plastic guns. Wilson dismissed the question as a "frustrated progressive" fantasy, asserting that his work disables the "nanny state."

Q-Vision
Episode 1056 3:17 - 11:22

1056: Q-Vision

Cody Wilson, 3D Printed Ghost Guns and First Amendment Rights

Cody Wilson and his company, Defense Distributed, face renewed scrutiny over the online publication of 3D-printed firearm blueprints. Senator Chuck Schumer and other critics argue these "ghost guns" are undetectable and dangerous, while proponents maintain that computer code is protected speech under the First Amendment. The narrative highlights that making firearms at home has historically been legal, though 3D printing technology has modernized the debate.

Cli-Fi®
Episode 608 1:04:49 - 1:11:44

608: Cli-Fi®

Cody Wilson, 3D Printed Guns, Oxford Union Speech

Cody Wilson, known for developing 3D-printed firearms and Bitcoin initiatives, delivered a speech at the Oxford Union that the hosts describe as "pseudo-intellectual gobbledygook." Wilson discussed the "trans-political moment" and the "fatal strategy" of open-source technology. The hosts criticize his use of complex jargon to describe relatively simple concepts of manufacturing and political dissent.

Episode 516 2:19:44 - 2:25:31

516: 9/11 Generation

3D Printed Guns, Australian Police Warning

Australian police issued a stern warning against 3D printing "The Liberator" plastic handgun, claiming they successfully manufactured a version for $35. The police warned that even "thinking about considering" making such a weapon is dangerous and illegal. The hosts dismiss the panic as a "war on printers," noting that zip guns have always existed and that the real threat to authorities is the decentralized nature of the technology.

Episode 514 1:12:50 - 1:18:13

514: Patriotic Printer

Cody Wilson and 3D Printed Firearms

The hosts revisit the story of Cody Wilson and his 3D-printed gun, the "Liberator." They express skepticism about Wilson's background and the "slick" promotional nature of his project. A clip from the 2013 State of the Union address is played, showing President Obama promoting 3D printing as a manufacturing revolution, which the hosts link to the government's interest in Wilson's activities.

Pre-Dead
Episode 513 2:28:40 - 2:34:26

513: Pre-Dead

3D Printed Guns, Cody Wilson, The Liberator

The "Liberator" 3D-printed gun created by Cody Wilson is examined, including reports of the weapon exploding during tests in Finland. The hosts speculate on Wilson's background and accent, questioning if he is truly American-born or potentially from Australia or South Africa.

Episode 512 2:37:00 - 2:45:24

512: Club Sub

Cody Wilson, 3D Printed Liberator Gun

Cody Wilson, a law student and founder of Defense Distributed, released plans for "The Liberator," the world's first 3D-printed plastic gun. The State Department has since demanded the removal of the files from the internet, citing export control violations, while Senator Chuck Schumer calls for new legislation to ban undetectable firearms.

Episode 512 2:52:38 - 2:56:51

512: Club Sub

Cody Wilson Background, University of Texas Law

Cody Wilson is a second-year law student at the University of Texas in Austin and has been labeled one of the most dangerous people in the world by Wired Magazine. The hosts question his background and the professional quality of his organization's media output, suggesting he may be part of a larger orchestrated narrative.

Warming Up to Iceland
Episode 511 2:39:03 - 2:43:10

511: Warming Up to Iceland

3D Printed Guns, Cody Wilson and Undetectable Firearms Act

The emergence of 3D-printed plastic guns, pioneered by Cody Wilson, has sparked a national debate on gun control and security. Critics argue the timing of the "Liberator" pistol's release is suspiciously aligned with the expiration of the Undetectable Firearms Act, while others suggest it could disrupt the global arms trade.