Topic: Gas Explosions

13 chapters across the catalog

German SPAM
Episode 1069 2:37:38 - 2:40:32

1069: German SPAM

Massachusetts Gas Explosions and Terrorism Speculation

A series of gas explosions and fires in the Boston suburbs of Massachusetts resulted in one death and numerous destroyed homes. The NTSB is investigating a pressure surge detected at a monitoring station in Ohio. The hosts speculate that the simultaneous nature of the explosions across multiple towns could indicate a cyberattack or "Stuxnet" style terrorism, noting a lack of clear explanations from officials.

German SPAM
Episode 1069 2:40:33 - 2:43:23

1069: German SPAM

Columbia Gas Response and Union Lockout Rumors

Residents in Massachusetts express outrage at Columbia Gas for its lack of communication following the explosions. The hosts discuss rumors of a contract dispute or union lockout involving gas workers that may have preceded the disaster. They emphasize the difficulty of a house exploding "out of the blue" without significant systemic failure or interference.

Network of Death
Episode 655 3:12:53 - 3:16:50

655: Network of Death

Natural Gas Infrastructure, Aging Pipeline Propaganda

An NBC News investigation highlights the dangers of aging natural gas pipelines in the U.S., citing 135 deaths over ten years. The hosts dismiss this as "fear porn" designed to stimulate the economy through infrastructure spending, noting that police-related deaths far outnumber pipeline fatalities.

Putinism
Episode 640 1:09:19 - 1:12:32

640: Putinism

Global Producer Credits, Kaohsiung Gas Explosions in Taiwan

Producers from around the world are thanked, including Sir Andrew Largeman in Taipei. The segment covers the massive propylene gas explosions in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, which ripped apart city streets, killed dozens, and injured hundreds. The explosions were caused by leaks in underground industrial pipes in a major business district.

Fact Pattern
Episode 623 1:54:11 - 1:58:13

623: Fact Pattern

Richard Clarke and Disintegrating Drone Technology

Former counterterrorism official Richard Clarke appears on Democracy Now! to discuss his novel, "The Sting of the Drone." He describes technology where drones or missiles could be designed to disintegrate upon impact, leaving no forensic evidence and making an attack look like a gas explosion. The hosts link this to "fractal bullets" used by air marshals and the suspicious death of journalist Michael Hastings.

Episode 491 1:32:14 - 1:34:53

491: Pope and Change

Gas Explosions, IED False Flag Speculation

Speculation arises that future domestic incidents, such as gas explosions, may be reclassified as IED attacks to maintain public fear. The hosts suggest that the anonymous nature of IEDs makes them an ideal tool for staged events to justify the OBP's budget and the Tripwire surveillance system.

Episode 472 2:33:19 - 2:37:20

472: Conheads in Mexico

Indianapolis House Explosion, Microwave Detonation Theory

Three individuals were indicted for an Indianapolis house explosion that damaged over 30 homes. Prosecutors allege the suspects filled the house with natural gas and used a timed microwave oven as a detonator for insurance fraud. The hosts cite *MythBusters* to argue that replicating such a massive explosion using only natural gas and a microwave is scientifically improbable.

Iron Key
Episode 464 37:13 - 43:41

464: Iron Key

Indianapolis Explosion, Scores Strip Club and Infrastructure Memes

A massive explosion in Indianapolis that demolished dozens of homes is scrutinized, specifically focusing on the "Scores" strip club being near ground zero. The hosts question the official explanation of a gas leak, suggesting the event might be tied to a "100-year-old infrastructure" meme used to justify massive construction contracts for companies like Bechtel. They find it suspicious that no workers or patrons were injured despite the scale of the destruction.

Flaming Groovies
Episode 462 9:08 - 17:43

462: Flaming Groovies

Indianapolis Gas Explosion, Drone Strike Theory

The hosts investigate a massive explosion in Indianapolis, suggesting it may have been a drone strike rather than a gas leak. They cite reports of restricted scene access, two distinct blasts, and a mysterious noxious gas incident at Riley Children's Hospital. Connections are drawn between victim Dion Longworth and defense contractors like Straylight Optical and Surrey Satellite.

Phasers on Stun
Episode 234 2:04:33 - 2:07:25

234: Phasers on Stun

San Bruno Pipeline Explosion and Show Outro

The hosts discuss the massive gas pipeline explosion in San Bruno, California, which destroyed 50 homes. They question the official narrative, noting early reports of a plane crash and comparing the lack of debris to the Shanksville 9/11 site. Adam Curry prepares to return to the US from Amsterdam as the show concludes with a sign-off for the next episode on Thursday.

Cloudbusting
Episode 130 49:21 - 51:04

130: Cloudbusting

Ontario Natural Gas Pipeline Explosion

A massive explosion occurred along the Trans-Canada natural gas pipeline in Northern Ontario on Saturday, September 12, 2009. The blast sent a 200-meter pillar of fire into the sky and was felt by residents miles away. Despite the scale of the event and its impact on energy infrastructure, the incident received minimal coverage in United States media.