Topic: Ezekiel

5 chapters across the catalog

Ephemeral Experience
Episode 1294 42:22 - 45:25

1294: Ephemeral Experience

Biden Transition, Advisory Boards and Michael Mann

Joe Biden began assembling his transition advisory boards, drawing criticism for including controversial figures like climate scientist Michael Mann and health advisor Ezekiel Emanuel. Mann was a central figure in the "Climategate" scandal, while Emanuel is known for his views on population and healthcare. Despite the election results not being officially certified, the media has embraced the "Office of the President-elect" branding as Biden moves forward with cabinet planning.

Wordy Durd
Episode 867 2:33:40 - 2:37:49

867: Wordy Durd

Ezekiel Emanuel on Fox, Obamacare Premium Hikes

Obamacare architect Ezekiel Emanuel appeared on Fox News to defend the law against reports of massive premium increases. He argued that the law has lowered overall healthcare inflation, despite individual cases of 400% premium hikes. The hosts mock his "up is down" logic and his attempts to blame insurance companies for the rising costs.

Pop-Up Terrorism
Episode 777 1:42:11 - 1:50:19

777: Pop-Up Terrorism

Gog and Magog Biblical Prophecy in Geopolitics

A historical anecdote is shared regarding George W. Bush invoking the biblical prophecy of "Gog and Magog" during a 2003 phone call with French President Jacques Chirac to justify the Iraq War. The segment also includes an Islamic perspective from an imam who identifies European Zionism as the modern manifestation of Gog and Magog.

Boeing vs. Airbus - The Flatulence Conspiracy
Episode 75 51:30 - 53:08

75: Boeing vs. Airbus - The Flatulence Conspiracy

The Emanuel Family and Media Influence

The Emanuel brothers are profiled for their significant influence in politics, Hollywood, and medicine. Rahm Emanuel served as the inspiration for Josh Lyman on The West Wing, while Ari Emanuel is the basis for Ari Gold on Entourage. Ezekiel "Zeke" Emanuel is a prominent bioethicist at the National Institutes of Health.