Topic: Democracy Summit

3 chapters across the catalog

Gob of Goo
Episode 1407 1:19:46 - 1:23:33

1407: Gob of Goo

Biden Democracy Speech, Mumbling Gaffes, Michael Nesmith

During a speech at the Summit for Democracy, President Biden appeared to mumble an unintelligible word that the hosts analyze as sounding like "princess" or "for instance." The segment concludes with a brief mention of the passing of Michael Nesmith of The Monkees, contrasting his legacy with the current political climate.

Gun Disease
Episode 781 9:53 - 13:50

781: Gun Disease

Democracy Now! Coverage, Amy Goodman and Linear Media Constraints

Amy Goodman provided extensive coverage of the Paris climate summit for Democracy Now!, including reports on sit-ins near a replica of the Eiffel Tower. The broadcast style, characterized by rapid-fire delivery of producer names and timed commercial breaks, reflects the constraints of traditional linear media.

Episode 401 1:12:11 - 1:14:44

401: The War on Chicken

New World Order, President Santos, Barack Obama

During a joint press conference at the Summit of the Americas, Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos explicitly mentions building a "New World Order" with the United States. President Obama's remarks regarding a "new international reality" are also highlighted. The hosts note that what was once considered a conspiracy theory is now being openly discussed by world leaders.