Topic: Emergency Broadcast

8 chapters across the catalog

Beast Train
Episode 1593 54:38 - 59:49

1593: Beast Train

FEMA Emergency Alert Test, Graphene Oxide Conspiracy

A viral video by Jason Shurka claims that the October 4th FEMA emergency alert test will use high-frequency signals to activate graphene oxide and nanoparticles in vaccinated individuals. The technical feasibility of this is debunked by demonstrating that standard smartphone and TV speakers cannot reproduce the ultrasonic frequencies (10 kHz to 3 MHz) required for sonochemistry-based drug delivery.

Al Gore Rhythms
Episode 1549 28:06 - 30:54

1549: Al Gore Rhythms

UK Emergency Alert System, Global Tone Variations

The United Kingdom implemented a new national emergency alert system, conducting a widespread test on mobile phones. The government justifies the system as a tool for protecting lives during extreme weather events linked to climate change. Observations are made regarding the distinct audible tones used by different countries, including Japan, Tonga, and Canada, for their respective alert broadcasts.

COVID Medley
Episode 1440 2:04:19 - 2:08:58

1440: COVID Medley

Mask Common Sense, Circle Back, Tony Fauci's Brother

A repetitive loop mocks the "common sense" of double masking and features a speaker repeatedly thanking "my brother, Dr. Tony Fauci." Another rhythmic segment satirizes the phrase "circle back," a frequent response from White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki. The audio creates a chaotic soundscape of government messaging and bureaucratic catchphrases.

The List
Episode 719

719: The List

LBJ All The Way Play, Emergency Weather Alerts

A discussion of the play "LBJ All The Way" at the Zack Theater in Austin leads to observations about historical portrayals of J. Edgar Hoover and the Gulf of Tonkin. During the performance, multiple audience members' iPhones triggered loud emergency weather alerts, highlighting the intrusive nature of default government notification settings. The dialogue notes a recurring, oddly structured line in the play regarding what difference things make "at this point," mirroring famous political rhetoric.

Climate Chaos
Episode 617 1:14:13 - 1:16:50

617: Climate Chaos

RT Emergency Alert System Test Glitch

A clip from RT (Russia Today) is played, showing a digital glitch where a report on Palestinian issues is interrupted by a coordinated monthly test of the Emergency Alert System. The hosts note that these interruptions occur at the local cable station level rather than the network level, resulting in a jarring transition from news content to technical testing.

Thick & Creamy
Episode 537 1:29:53 - 1:32:12

537: Thick & Creamy

Amber Alert System and Mobile Phone Intrusions

Mobile phone users are reportedly becoming annoyed by frequent Amber Alerts on iOS devices. The hosts examine a specific alert that provided vehicle details without mentioning a child abduction, suggesting the government is repurposing the emergency system for general law enforcement "persons of interest" tracking.

Ninjas in Mongolia
Episode 503 1:26:47 - 1:29:16

503: Ninjas in Mongolia

Giant Voice Systems, Public Warning Tests

"Giant Voice" systems, used for public emergency announcements, are being tested in various U.S. cities. A recording of a weekly test is played, alongside a clip from the movie "The Purge," which features a similar system announcing a period of legalized crime. The hosts encourage listeners to record these announcements to document the increasing presence of automated government voices in public spaces.

German Soldiers On American Soil This Week
Episode 116 21:01 - 25:10

116: German Soldiers On American Soil This Week

Emergency Broadcast Service, London Corporate Activation Cards

A physical card found in London reveals an "Emergency Broadcast Service" for employees of the firm Herbert Smith, providing a phone number and code for instructions during major incidents. Calling the number leads to an Encore reservation system where a pre-recorded message from July 20, 2009, states there are currently no alerts. The system appears to be a corporate activation protocol for national emergencies.