Topic: Ideology

17 chapters across the catalog

Champagne Socialist
Episode 1812 35:31 - 44:14

1812: Champagne Socialist

Laura Logan, Kirill Dmitriev, Russian Traditional Values

Laura Logan traveled to Moscow to interview Kirill Dmitriev, who discussed the alignment between Russian traditional values and American conservatism. Dmitriev argued that President Putin has focused on family and Christian values for over 20 years to counter "woke" narratives. He also claimed that the Biden administration used Russiagate to vilify both Trump and Russia.

Dead Feathered
Episode 1795 48:09 - 51:33

1795: Dead Feathered

RFK Jr. Autism Research, Ozempic Side Effects

RFK Jr. and President Trump discussed researching the causes of the "autism horror show," leading to media backlash regarding unsubstantiated links to vaccines. The hosts note that critics label RFK Jr.'s skepticism as "ideology" while ignoring potential environmental factors like microplastics. Additionally, a news item from Australia is mentioned where a woman on Ozempic allegedly stabbed family members, cited as a potential extreme side effect.

Nurse Injector
Episode 1741 2:34:18 - 2:39:07

1741: Nurse Injector

Democratic Party Strategy and the "Trans" Ideology

DNC Chair Ken Martin discussed the party's need to redefine itself as the party of the "American Dream" to counter the perception that it has become an elite organization. However, critics argue the party is "dying on the hill" of transgender ideology and will face a significant rebuke in the upcoming midterms. The discussion suggests the party's leadership is out of touch with the working-class voters they are trying to reclaim.

Sideshow Bob
Episode 1727 15:30 - 18:09

1727: Sideshow Bob

Donald Harvin CNN Interview, Salad Bar Ideology

Homeland security analyst Donald Harvin appeared on CNN to discuss the psychological appeal of ISIS, using the term "salad bar ideology" to describe how terror groups recruit from various extremist backgrounds. Harvin claimed that ISIS products appeal to a wide range of marginalized individuals, including black nationalists and far-right extremists. The narrative is framed as a way for the intelligence community to maintain the ISIS threat profile.

Wagner the Dog
Episode 1567 2:05:13 - 2:08:04

1567: Wagner the Dog

Christopher Rufo, Corruption of Medicine and COVID Parallels

Christopher Rufo's reporting in City Journal explores how "transgender ideology" captured medical institutions during the COVID-19 pandemic. An anonymous physician claims that the authoritarian, censorious culture established during the pandemic allowed "experts" to declare puberty blockers the gold standard of care without peer-reviewed evidence or permitted dissent.

Mediatized
Episode 1558 1:06:19 - 1:10:23

1558: Mediatized

Media Critique of DeSantis and "Woke" Strategy

An analysis of PBS and NPR coverage of the DeSantis announcement highlights subtle media bias. The hosts critique DeSantis's heavy reliance on "anti-woke" rhetoric, arguing that he should focus more on the economy and inflation to broaden his appeal beyond his base.

Publical Emergency
Episode 1471 1:01:59 - 1:06:32

1471: Publical Emergency

Eugenics Movement History, Transgender Ideology and Sterilization

A discussion links the historical American eugenics movement of the early 20th century to modern ideologies regarding gender transition. The argument suggests that the promotion of medical transitions in youth functions as a form of "voluntary sterilization," echoing past efforts to limit the reproduction of certain populations. References are made to Edwin Black’s research on how American eugenics influenced international policies in the 1930s and 40s.

Mass Formation
Episode 1373 51:34 - 55:27

1373: Mass Formation

Totalitarianism, Intolerance for Dissonant Voices

Totalitarianism is distinguished by a radical intolerance for dissonant voices that threaten to "wake up" the hypnotized masses. Professor Desmet notes that unlike classical hypnosis, the leaders in a totalitarian mass formation are often more hypnotized by their own ideology—such as transhumanism or mechanistic materialism—than the general population.

Bug Appetit!
Episode 1351 2:27:17 - 2:34:42

1351: Bug Appetit!

Matthew Lohmeier, Critical Race Theory in Military

Lieutenant Colonel Matthew Lohmeier was relieved of his Space Force command after publishing a book criticizing the teaching of Critical Race Theory in the military. Lohmeier appeared on Sean Hannity's show to discuss what he calls "Marxist ideology" within the Department of Defense. The hosts critique Hannity's interviewing style and the nature of the book promotion.

Yak Yak Vax
Episode 1324 2:27:51 - 2:32:23

1324: Yak Yak Vax

Seattle Political Discrimination Law and Big Tech Lawsuits

A 1999 Seattle ordinance banning discrimination based on political ideology could provide a legal avenue for companies like Parler to sue Amazon. Former professor John West suggests that because Amazon is headquartered in Seattle, it must adhere to these fair contracting laws, which allow for punitive damages.

Austin Beatniks
Episode 1060 2:08:28 - 2:10:10

1060: Austin Beatniks

Koch Brothers, Republican Ideology, Bernie Sanders Error

Bernie Sanders continues to claim that the Koch brothers' ideology dominates the Republican Party and the Trump administration. This is noted as a factual error, as the Koch brothers have been vocal critics of many of Trump's policies, particularly regarding trade and tariffs. Sanders is accused of using an outdated political script from previous election cycles.

Personfriend
Episode 916 1:06:57 - 1:09:01

916: Personfriend

Ted Koppel, Sean Hannity Interview

Veteran journalist Ted Koppel told Sean Hannity that he is "bad for America" because his show prioritizes ideology over facts. Koppel argued that Hannity has attracted an influential audience that no longer cares about objective reporting. The hosts suggest Koppel is "looking for work" and attempting to regain relevance by attacking Fox News.

Fact Check False
Episode 882 10:24 - 13:14

882: Fact Check False

Sebastian Gorka, Lone Wolf Terrorism Theory, Global Jihadi Movement

National security expert Sebastian Gorka argues that the term "lone wolf" is a misnomer designed to disconnect individual acts of violence from a broader ideological movement. He claims attackers are linked by the connective tissue of global jihadi ideology rather than acting in total isolation. The hosts note that Gorka's Wikipedia page has been locked due to editing disputes.

Manbuns  & Mohawks
Episode 833 2:17:43 - 2:20:55

833: Manbuns & Mohawks

Retraction Watch, Political Ideology and Psychoticism Study

The website Retraction Watch reports on the correction of several scientific papers that originally claimed conservative beliefs were linked to psychoticism. The corrected data actually suggests that liberal political beliefs are more closely linked to these traits. The hosts discuss the "crisis in science" regarding data manipulation and p-values.

Terrorist Narrative
Episode 670 1:18:59 - 1:21:33

670: Terrorist Narrative

General Martin Dempsey, ISIS Midgets Comment

General Martin Dempsey, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, visited Baghdad and characterized ISIS fighters as "midgets running around with a radical ideology." The hosts mock the comment, leading to a humorous investigation into Dempsey's actual height compared to President Obama.

Ghost of Austin
Episode 645 1:36:37 - 1:40:36

645: Ghost of Austin

Obama's Statement on ISIL and Ideological Inconsistencies

President Obama's speech regarding ISIL is deconstructed, specifically his claim that the group has "no ideology" while simultaneously stating they kill people for their religious practices. The hosts mock the "vacuous" and "empty vision" rhetoric used in the speech, suggesting it is high-level propaganda designed to justify further military intervention in the Middle East.

Madoff has left the building
Episode 260 59:31 - 1:06:20

260: Madoff has left the building

Analysis of a 15-Year-Old Protester's Speech

A 15-year-old student delivers an articulate speech regarding the London protests, rejecting the label of a "post-ideological generation." The youth describes the experience of being kettled by police and accuses the media of misrepresenting students as vandals. The hosts discuss the sophistication of the speech and the growing solidarity between students and striking labor unions like the RMT.