Topic: Kent State

5 chapters across the catalog

Trash Can Man
Episode 1657 3:00:20 - 3:05:18

1657: Trash Can Man

End of Show Mix, Media Deconstruction Montage

The final segment features a sound collage blending historical audio from the 1970 Kent State shootings and Vietnam War protests with modern coverage of campus unrest and the Israel-Hamas conflict. The mix emphasizes recurring themes of government "boogeymen" and the cyclical nature of political and social upheaval.

No Sweat
Episode 1191 49:35 - 54:17

1191: No Sweat

Marie Yovanovitch Background, CIA Operative Allegations

Questions are raised regarding the background of former Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch. Analysis by Steve Pieczenik suggests that her upbringing in Russia and Canada, followed by her education at the elite Kent School in Connecticut, fits the profile of a CIA recruit. The theory posits that her career in the Foreign Service may have served as cover for intelligence operations.

Cyber Soldiers
Episode 766 2:17:55 - 2:24:59

766: Cyber Soldiers

Kent State Documentary, Question Authority Bumper Stickers

A discussion inspired by the documentary "The Day the Sixties Died" regarding the 1970 Kent State shootings and their long-term impact on political activism. The hosts reflect on the "Question Authority" culture of the past and its perceived absence in modern political discourse.

Too Many Clips
Episode 368 1:39:11 - 1:40:57

368: Too Many Clips

Geraldo Rivera's 40-Year Career Celebration

Geraldo Rivera reflects on his 40 years in broadcast news, citing his coverage of the Vietnam War, the Kent State shootings, and his famous opening of Al Capone's vault. The segment is framed as a celebration of his long career in the public eye.

DroneWolf.com
Episode 348 13:45 - 16:35

348: DroneWolf.com

Historical Protest Fractals and Kent State Comparison

The progression of civil movements is compared to a fractal pattern where peaceful demonstrations eventually lead to authorities "cracking heads" and potential violence. The 1970 Kent State shootings are cited as a historical precedent for domestic military action against protesters. Additionally, the hosts discuss a planned "run on the bank" day and reports of Citibank refusing to let customers close their accounts.