Topic: Internet Gov

2 chapters across the catalog

The Chit
Episode 1534 1:46:37 - 1:49:09

1534: The Chit

Kamala Harris ACP PSA, Internet.gov Error

Vice President Kamala Harris issued a public service announcement for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which provides $65 billion for high-speed internet access. However, Harris repeatedly directed listeners to "internet.gov," a non-existent site, instead of the correct "getinternet.gov." The hosts highlight the error and discuss the program's benefits for major ISPs like Comcast and AT&T.

Escape from Madrid
Episode 281 1:29:48 - 1:32:57

281: Escape from Madrid

Austin Goolsbee, Internet Sales Tax Question Dodge

During a live White House internet event, economist Austin Goolsbee is asked about the "unfair advantage" of tax-free internet sales. Before he can provide a substantive answer, President Obama appears to "interrupt" the session, which the hosts interpret as a staged maneuver to avoid a difficult policy question.