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As the June 1st Patriot Act expiration approaches, the hosts predict a "six-week cycle" of media scares. Current narratives include ISIS hostage John Cantlie claiming the group has funds to acquire a nuclear weapon for an EMP attack. Other potential incidents include tensions in the South China Sea and the release of the Aurora theater shooter's "MKUltra-style" notebooks.
Alan Henning Beheading, ISIL Video Authenticity
The beheading of British aid worker Alan Henning by ISIL is analyzed for potential inconsistencies, including the amount of blood shown in the video. Henning, an ambulance driver, was the latest hostage featured in the group's propaganda series. The hosts compare the production style to a soap opera and question the authenticity of the footage.
The hosts discuss a new video featuring British journalist John Cantlie, who is being held by ISIS. Unlike previous videos, Cantlie is seated at a desk and speaks directly to the camera, promising a "series of programs" to explain the "truth" about the Islamic State. The hosts criticize *The Young Turks* for not playing the full audio and suggest the production is a sophisticated propaganda pilot.
