Topic: Disappeared

4 chapters across the catalog

Dead Feathered
Episode 1795 1:41:53 - 1:44:25

1795: Dead Feathered

Indonesia Protests, Mexico Missing Persons March

Protesters in Indonesia stormed the homes of politicians following a controversial salary increase for parliament members during a cost-of-living crisis. In Mexico, thousands marched to mark the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, calling on President Sheinbaum to address the 130,000 missing persons linked to drug cartels. These international reports highlight widespread civil unrest and government accountability issues.

Lonely Crazies
Episode 508 2:35:22 - 2:45:25

508: Lonely Crazies

Nightline Decline, FBI Raids and May Day Activism

ABC's *Nightline* is criticized for airing "soft" news stories about guardian angels, signaling a decline from its serious journalistic roots. Simultaneously, the hosts report on a series of FBI raids in Oakland, Seattle, and Olympia targeting "Black Block" activists ahead of May Day. They discuss reports of activists "disappearing" after being taken for questioning by federal agents.

Big Mac & Cheese
Episode 495 10:46 - 13:25

495: Big Mac & Cheese

Argentina Military Junta, Pope Francis Complicity Allegations

International media reports, specifically from France 24, highlight questions regarding Pope Francis's role during Argentina's military dictatorship from 1976 to 1983. Allegations of the Catholic Church's complicity with the junta are discussed alongside a photograph of Bergoglio with dictator Jorge Videla. The hosts debate whether the new Pope represents a shift toward socialism or a continuation of fascist ties.