Topic: Game Change

3 chapters across the catalog

Mark of the Mask
Episode 1316 2:35:37 - 2:38:29

1316: Mark of the Mask

UN Climate Survey, Video Game Pop-up Polling

A massive climate change survey conducted by the UN and Oxford University utilized pop-up ads in video games to reach over 1.2 million people. The poll found that 64% of respondents view climate change as an emergency, with the highest concern among those under 18. Critics argue that polling children through video games is a form of "brainwashing" to manufacture consent for radical policies.

Episode 406 1:26:59 - 1:34:00

406: Zombie Walk

Sexting Advice, Movie Industry Promotion, Agenda 21

Common Sense Media provides advice videos for parents on topics like "the truth about sexting" and "toddlers and TV." The hosts argue the group uses fear-based messaging to control children's internet access while simultaneously acting as a marketing tool for Hollywood. They also link the organization's focus on climate and "saving the world" to Agenda 21 initiatives.

Earthquake Machine Strikes Haiti
Episode 165 15:23 - 23:26

165: Earthquake Machine Strikes Haiti

Game Change Book and Palin's 2008 Debate Prep

The book Game Change by John Heilman and Mark Halperin reveals behind-the-scenes details of the 2008 McCain-Palin campaign. Campaign strategist Steve Schmidt describes Sarah Palin's struggle during debate prep, specifically her habit of calling Joe Biden "O'Biden." The strategy to ask "Can I call you Joe?" was reportedly a tactic to prevent her from mispronouncing his name on national television.