Topic: Historical Accuracy

4 chapters across the catalog

Nadster
Episode 1141 2:36:59 - 2:41:01

1141: Nadster

Naomi Wolf Book Error and BBC Fact-Check

Author Naomi Wolf's new book "Outrages" was publicly debunked during a BBC interview when the host pointed out she misunderstood the legal term "death recorded." Wolf had incorrectly cited these records as evidence of executions for sodomy, when the term actually indicated a pardon.

Bigdala
Episode 939 1:42:10 - 1:44:04

939: Bigdala

Call of Duty and Black Female Nazis

The inclusion of black female Nazi characters in the new Call of Duty game is cited as an example of "social justice warrior" influence in the gaming industry. The hosts mock the lack of historical accuracy in favor of modern diversity standards. They also briefly mention Barack Obama appearing on TMZ to discuss celebrity news regarding Jay-Z and Beyonce.

Dead Hand of Bureaucracy
Episode 463 1:47:33 - 1:51:33

463: Dead Hand of Bureaucracy

USS Liberty, Historical Accuracy and Listener Corrections

The hosts address listener corrections regarding a previous segment that confused the 1967 USS Liberty incident with the 1964 USS Maddox. John C. Dvorak recalls writing an op-ed about the USS Liberty years ago and receiving strange, angry feedback. They emphasize that while they occasionally make errors during live broadcasts, they strive for accuracy in their analysis of historical events.