Topic: Critical Mass

2 chapters across the catalog

Heckler's Veto
Episode 1057 51:39 - 53:18

1057: Heckler's Veto

Rob Reiner, Shock and Awe Film and Iraq War Media

Director Rob Reiner is promoting his film "Shock and Awe," which examines the media's role in the lead-up to the Iraq War. Reiner claims the press was thwarted from telling the truth, though critics argue the media itself was responsible for pushing the narrative of weapons of mass destruction.

Fifth Column
Episode 686 1:18:16 - 1:21:31

686: Fifth Column

Electric Vehicles, Critical Mass and Grocery Store Harassment

The discussion on biking extends to electric vehicles, with the hosts arguing that the vast geography of the United States makes them impractical compared to smaller European nations. An anecdote describes a "Critical Mass" event in Berkeley where hundreds of bicyclists allegedly rode through an Andronico's grocery store to harass shoppers. The segment critiques the perceived arrogance of activists who demand others abandon their cars.