11 chapters across the catalog
Jamal Khashoggi, Saudi Killers Trained in U.S.
The New York Times reports that four of the Saudi men involved in the murder of Jamal Khashoggi received State Department-approved paramilitary training in the United States. The training was provided by Tier One Group, a company owned by the private equity firm Cerberus Capital Management, where former Vice President Dan Quayle serves as chairman.
The hosts discuss Donald Trump's potential cabinet picks, including James "Mad Dog" Mattis for Secretary of Defense. They analyze the resignation of James Clapper and the firing of Michael Flynn. A "genius pick" of Dan Quayle for Secretary of State is jokingly suggested.
Hillary Clinton's campaign manager, Joel Benenson, dismissed questions about the candidate's health as "ludicrous" during an interview with Andrea Mitchell. Despite viral videos of Clinton slipping or appearing to need assistance, the campaign maintains she is medically fit. Comparisons are drawn to the media's historical treatment of Republican figures like Gerald Ford and Dan Quayle, who were often portrayed as physically or mentally inept.
Vice Presidential Speculation, Julian Castro, Gavin Newsom
As Hillary Clinton prepares to announce her running mate, the hosts evaluate potential candidates. While Julian Castro and Cory Booker are mentioned, John C. Dvorak predicts a "surprise" pick of Gavin Newsom, citing his "slick" appearance and the historical tendency of candidates to pick "handsome" running mates to appeal to voters.
Dan Quayle, Vice Presidential Intelligence and Perception
A brief retrospective on Dan Quayle's tenure as Vice President under George H.W. Bush. The discussion contrasts his public image as a "goofball" with reports from associates claiming he was actually quite intelligent.
Vice President Joe Biden referred to Africa as a "nation" during the US-Africa Leaders Summit. The hosts compare this gaffe to famous slips by Dan Quayle. They discuss the lack of mainstream media criticism regarding Biden's geographical error while noting the strategic importance of the summit in countering Russian and Chinese influence.
Dan Quayle's Son, Janet Napolitano and President Quayle Gaffe
Representative Ben Quayle, son of former Vice President Dan Quayle, questioned Janet Napolitano about border security funding and detention beds. During the exchange, Napolitano accidentally referred to him as "President Quayle." The hosts note that the elder Quayle's company, Cerberus, is a major military contractor that stands to benefit from the funding discussed.
Cerberus Capital Management, led by Dan Quayle, has acquired major firearm brands including Remington and Bushmaster through its "Freedom Group" holding company. The hosts express concern over a single hedge fund controlling a vast portion of the American small arms and ammunition market.
Government contractor DynCorp, recently purchased by the investment firm Cerberus (chaired by Dan Quayle), is establishing a major presence in Haiti. The hosts link the reconstruction efforts to elite interests, noting the Clintons' historical ties to the country and the potential for profit in building hotels.
Dan Quayle, Cerberus Capital Management Plasma Investments
Former Vice President Dan Quayle is the Chairman of Global Investments for Cerberus Capital Management. The firm reportedly bought a plasma donation company called Talacris for $82 million and sold it for nearly $2 billion. The hosts describe the business model as "bloodsucking," involving the extraction of plasma from low-income individuals for profit.
The discussion shifts to perceived media bias in favor of Barack Obama, with the hosts noting that very few journalists identify as supporters of John McCain. They criticize the modern journalistic trend of hunting for "gaffes" and verbal contradictions rather than focusing on policy substance. The segment highlights how Obama's vague message of "change" makes him difficult to pin down compared to candidates like Hillary Clinton.
