3 chapters across the catalog
An Economist report on the rise of SWAT teams in the United States is featured, citing Radley Balko's research. The segment highlights the transition from SWAT being used for hostage situations to being used for routine drug warrants. The hosts express concern over the "Warrior Cop" mentality and the use of military-grade equipment against civilians.
Dzhokhar Tsarnaev Capture, Boat Standoff and Thermal Imaging
The capture of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev in a boat in Watertown is analyzed, with a focus on the tactics used by law enforcement. A clip features a police official explaining the use of flashbangs and thermal imaging from helicopters to track movement under the boat's plastic cover. The hosts criticize the media's questioning and the intensity of the gunfire directed at the boat.
Occupy Wall Street Tactics and Flashbang Denials
Police officials denied the use of flashbang grenades during Occupy Wall Street protests, claiming explosions heard were firecrackers thrown by demonstrators. Critics compare the domestic police response to the Arab Spring in Egypt, noting the use of rubber bullets and nighttime raids. The discussion highlights the lack of a singular clear message from the Occupy movement compared to international regime change efforts.
