Topic: Ground Zero

9 chapters across the catalog

Army of Conquest
Episode 859 0:00 - 3:50

859: Army of Conquest

Hillary Clinton Medical Episode, September 11 Memorial Fainting

Hillary Clinton unexpectedly left the September 11 memorial ceremony at Ground Zero in New York City due to an apparent medical episode. Eyewitness reports and video footage indicate Clinton stumbled off a curb and appeared to faint before being helped into her motorcade van by her protective detail. During the incident, she reportedly lost a shoe, which was later recovered by her staff.

Bunga Bunga
Episode 338 3:25 - 6:21

338: Bunga Bunga

CIA Specific Credible but Unconfirmed Terror Threat

News reports from Ground Zero detail a possible terror threat involving car bombs in New York City and Washington D.C. developed by the CIA. The hosts criticize the linguistic contradiction of labeling a threat as "specific and credible" while simultaneously calling it "unconfirmed," describing the terminology as Orwellian and designed to confuse the public.

Phasers on Stun
Episode 234 9:20 - 14:31

234: Phasers on Stun

Geert Wilders Ground Zero Speech and CIA Honeypot Theory

Geert Wilders delivered a speech at Ground Zero on September 11, which the hosts suggest was a staged event. They propose a theory that the Ground Zero mosque project is a CIA-led "honeypot" operation designed to monitor radical elements. The discussion includes Donald Trump's offer to buy the site and the lack of mainstream media coverage regarding Wilders' appearance in New York.

Jean versus Sean
Episode 233 1:57:12 - 2:00:58

233: Jean versus Sean

Ground Zero Mosque, Irish Cashless Society Proposal

Imam Faisal Abdul Raouf defended the construction of an Islamic cultural center near Ground Zero, claiming it promotes interfaith understanding. Meanwhile, in Ireland, the Minister of Justice proposed increasing ATM fees to discourage the use of cash, arguing that a cashless society would reduce bank robberies and kidnappings. The hosts dismiss the Irish proposal as a specious excuse to further control the population's finances.

Eating the Evidence
Episode 232 13:29 - 18:22

232: Eating the Evidence

USS New York Commemorative Coins and World Trade Center Steel

A television commercial for a September 11th commemorative coin set draws criticism for selling "evidence" from Ground Zero. The coins and a sculpture of the USS New York are reportedly clad in silver recovered from the World Trade Center ruins and gold. The product is licensed by the United States Secret Service Uniform Division Benefit Fund, which the hosts find abhorrent.

Battle of the Billionaires
Episode 230 12:43 - 18:05

230: Battle of the Billionaires

Laura Ingraham, Park51 Mosque Controversy Deconstruction

The hosts analyze a segment where Laura Ingraham filled in for Bill O'Reilly on Fox News. They highlight Ingraham's apparent reversal on the "Ground Zero Mosque" (Park51) issue, noting she previously supported it in 2009. They criticize her for failing to address her change in stance even after playing a clip of Mayor Michael Bloomberg mentioning her prior support.

Gassed in Boston
Episode 228 1:11:18 - 1:16:29

228: Gassed in Boston

Obama's Religion Polls, Ground Zero Mosque Distraction

Public opinion polls show a significant number of Americans believe President Barack Obama is a Muslim. The hosts argue this is a media distraction from the "Ground Zero Mosque" controversy. They mock a Fox News report that cites Obama eating ice cream during Ramadan as evidence of his faith, while suggesting he is likely an agnostic.

Your Ankle Bracelet Awaits
Episode 226 31:05 - 34:48

226: Your Ankle Bracelet Awaits

Ground Zero Mosque, Glenn Beck, G-Had Gay Bar Proposal

Glenn Beck and guests on the Fox show "Red Eye" discussed the Cordoba House project, commonly known as the Ground Zero Mosque. A satirical proposal was made to open an "Islam-friendly" gay bar next door to the mosque to test the organizers' tolerance. Suggested names for the bar included "G-Had," "Jihunk," and "Suspicious Packages."

Oil Spill Déjà vu
Episode 204 1:06:54 - 1:16:37

204: Oil Spill Déjà vu

Ground Zero Mosque Controversy, Joy Behar and Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf

The proposal to build a 13-story Islamic community center and mosque near Ground Zero in New York City sparked intense debate on The Joy Behar Show. While proponents argue the project promotes religious tolerance and community amenities, critics view it as insensitive to the families of 9/11 victims. The New York City community board voted 29-1 in favor of the project, despite significant public opposition.