Topic: Desertion

26 chapters across the catalog

Sauerkraut Kid
Episode 1826 55:54 - 1:02:57

1826: Sauerkraut Kid

Turtle Island Liberation Front, New Year's Eve Bomb Plot

The FBI arrested four members of the Turtle Island Liberation Front for allegedly plotting IED attacks on logistics companies in Los Angeles and Orange County for New Year's Eve. The suspects were filmed rehearsing with bomb-making materials in the Mojave Desert. The hosts express skepticism regarding the severity of the threat, noting the presence of informants and the lack of essential components like pipe caps in the evidence.

AG Barbie
Episode 1756 2:02:42 - 2:05:07

1756: AG Barbie

Local News Deserts, Public Service, Hyper-Local Podcasting

NPR claims that 20% of Americans live in areas where public radio is the only source of local news. Adam Curry disputes this, sharing an anecdote about his local station, KUT in Austin, playing national programming during a local weather emergency. The hosts advocate for hyper-local podcasting as a more effective alternative to taxpayer-funded public broadcasting.

New Screw
Episode 1703 2:23:46 - 2:26:13

1703: New Screw

Sahara Desert Rainfall, Mediterranean Seagrass Loss

Heavy rainfall in the Sahara Desert has revived ancient lakes and rivers that were dry for decades, such as Lake Riki. Conversely, a marine biologist reports the total disappearance of seagrass meadows in parts of the Mediterranean over the last decade, warning of a "biodiversity desert."

Mummy and the Dummy
Episode 1673 2:44:36 - 2:46:20

1673: Mummy and the Dummy

Nevada Desert Monolith, Public Safety Hazard Removal

Las Vegas police removed a mysterious six-foot-four sheet metal monolith from a remote part of the Nevada desert, citing it as a "public safety and environmental hazard." The structure is the latest in a series of similar placements worldwide since 2020, often referencing the film "2001: A Space Odyssey." Authorities are currently holding the object at an undisclosed location while they determine how to dispose of it.

Cat Hole
Episode 1546 12:52 - 15:27

1546: Cat Hole

Australia Beef Initiative, Plastic Currency Metaphor

Texas Slim reports from the Beef Initiative in Australia, describing the country as a "food desert" where citizens consume packaged chemicals rather than local beef. The discussion highlights the new Australian five-dollar bill, which is made of clear plastic and serves as a metaphor for the "disappearing" nature of physical currency. Observations suggest a rapid shift toward electronic money and carbon credit tracking on consumer bank statements.

Bomb Rotterdam!
Episode 1464 2:08:12 - 2:09:00

1464: Bomb Rotterdam!

Local Newspaper Decline, News Deserts

A new report indicates that an average of two local newspapers go out of business every week in the United States. This trend has left 70 million Americans living in "news deserts" with little to no local news organization coverage. The hosts suggest that while official journalism is declining, unofficial local reporting continues to exist.

Lawful but Awful
Episode 1444

1444: Lawful but Awful

Yak Meat Tasting, Desert End Limited Ranch

John C. Dvorak describes his experience cooking and eating yak meat, comparing its texture and fat content to Wagyu beef. The discussion covers the biological differences of yaks, including their grazing habits and maturity rates, which contribute to the high cost of the product. Dvorak identifies his supplier as Desert End Limited, located in Montrose, Colorado.

Slime Mold
Episode 1442 1:56:52 - 2:04:35

1442: Slime Mold

Associate Executive Producers and Show Credits

The hosts read notes from Associate Executive Producers, including a birthday wish for Ryan M. and a report on mask usage in Austin from Amy Mullen. They promote "41 Patches" for show-related merchandise. The segment concludes with a reminder of the value-for-value model and the prestige of being a show producer.

Red Austin
Episode 1431 49:11 - 52:57

1431: Red Austin

Abandoned Ukrainian Military Base, Kherson Region

RT correspondent Murat Gazdev reports from an abandoned Ukrainian military base in the Kherson region. The site was reportedly left with working tanks, armored personnel carriers, and vast quantities of ammunition. The report suggests that Ukrainian troops fled the position and changed into civilian clothes after hearing news of approaching Russian forces.

Goldfish Invasion
Episode 1154 1:00:21 - 1:03:38

1154: Goldfish Invasion

RF Seismograph, Earthquake Machine, Mojave Desert Quakes

A ham radio operator maintaining the RF Seismograph has noted a correlation between a total blackout in radio propagation and the recent earthquakes in California's Mojave Desert. This observation fuels speculation about the use of high-frequency arrays or "earthquake machines" for weapons testing near China Lake. The timing of the RF signal dropouts suggests potential atmospheric manipulation or testing of advanced technology prior to the seismic events.

Pink Pound
Episode 1153

1153: Pink Pound

Mojave Desert Earthquakes, Las Vegas and Los Angeles Proximity

A significant earthquake occurred in the Mojave Desert, approximately 150 miles from Los Angeles. While residents in Las Vegas reported feeling the tremors, some observers criticized the media for overstating the impact on Los Angeles given the actual distance from the epicenter.

63 Genders
Episode 977 3:13:47 - 3:17:13

977: 63 Genders

Bowe Bergdahl Sentencing, Navy SEAL Testimony, Desertion Trial

The military trial of Bowe Bergdahl featured emotional testimony from a retired Navy SEAL who was injured during a rescue mission. Bergdahl's defense team is using President Trump's past "traitor" comments to argue for a mistrial. The hosts reiterate their long-standing claim that Bergdahl was a deserter rather than a prisoner of war.

Lumpy Lips
Episode 782 1:21:00 - 1:23:31

782: Lumpy Lips

Bowe Bergdahl Court-Martial and White House Response

White House spokesperson Josh Ernest addresses the ongoing military justice process for Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl. Ernest emphasizes the President's commitment to the "no man left behind" principle while avoiding comments that could influence the court-martial. The hosts recall early reports from Bergdahl's own platoon members suggesting he was a deserter rather than a captured hero.

Power & Gossip
Episode 708 2:11:44 - 2:15:20

708: Power & Gossip

Bowe Bergdahl Desertion Charges, Military Accountability

The legal case against Bowe Bergdahl for desertion and misbehavior before the enemy is discussed following his release from Taliban captivity. While the charges carry significant prison time, reports suggest the Pentagon may negotiate a deal to avoid jail time. The hosts express concern that the "fix is in" to protect the Obama administration's narrative regarding the prisoner exchange.

Bandwich
Episode 707 1:05:53 - 1:10:43

707: Bandwich

Bowe Bergdahl Desertion Charges, Judy Woodruff Interview, Eugene Fidell

U.S. Army Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl has been formally charged with desertion and misbehavior before the enemy. The hosts critique an interview on PBS NewsHour where Judy Woodruff questioned Bergdahl's attorney, Eugene Fidell. Fidell is described as an arrogant "dud" who refused to answer basic questions about his client's reaction to the charges, citing attorney-client privilege.

White House Moat
Episode 671 2:23:12 - 2:27:27

671: White House Moat

Wesley Clark and the Seven Countries Plan

A 2007 clip of General Wesley Clark is revisited, where he describes a Pentagon memo from 2001 detailing plans to "take out" seven countries in five years. Clark attributes this policy coup to neoconservatives like Paul Wolfowitz and Dick Cheney, who aimed to destabilize the Middle East before Russia or China could regain power.

Slavery Enrollment Month
Episode 666 27:11 - 35:48

666: Slavery Enrollment Month

Virgin Galactic SpaceShipTwo Crash and Commercial Space Flight Skepticism

Following the fatal crash of Virgin Galactic's SpaceShipTwo in the Mojave Desert, author Joelle Glenn Brenner appeared on CNN to criticize the program's technology. She alleged that the engine was insufficient to reach space and that the project's outward enthusiasm did not match its technical reality. The hosts characterize the $250,000-per-ticket venture as an "extreme adventure scam" for the wealthy and compare it to Elon Musk's more successful rocket programs.

Flood the Zone
Episode 647 34:45 - 38:36

647: Flood the Zone

ISIS Promotional Video, Visual Inconsistencies and Product Placement

An analysis of ISIS promotional imagery reveals what the hosts claim are staged elements, including brand-new Nike sneakers and clean Toyota trucks in a desert environment. Observations are made regarding the incorrect prayer directions shown in footage and the lack of dust or wear on equipment. The segment suggests the videos are high-production propaganda rather than authentic battlefield documentation.

Fact Pattern
Episode 623 1:36:47 - 1:40:20

623: Fact Pattern

Psychopath Accusations and Bergdahl Video Evidence

An administration official, Brandon Friedman, suggests on Twitter that Bergdahl's platoon mates might be "psychopaths" for criticizing him. Bill O'Reilly and Senator Saxby Chambliss discuss the lack of intelligence indicating Bergdahl's life was in immediate danger. The hosts mention rumors of security camera footage showing Bergdahl walking off his base voluntarily.

New Red Line
Episode 444 4:51 - 7:59

444: New Red Line

Innocence of Muslims Film, Actor Deception and Media Analysis

Analysis of the anti-Islam film "Innocence of Muslims" reveals that actors were reportedly deceived during production, believing they were filming a project titled "Desert Warriors." The dialogue was later dubbed over with inflammatory references to Muhammad and Islam. The timeline of the film's release and its role as a catalyst for Middle East unrest is examined.