Topic: Media Stop

3 chapters across the catalog

MUK-Ultra
Episode 1825 8:22 - 12:20

1825: MUK-Ultra

Podcast Outrage Economy, Tucker Carlson and Media Stops

The podcasting landscape is analyzed as being dominated by "true crime" and "outrage" categories, with Candace Owens' content being likened to the former. Tucker Carlson is criticized for "platforming" controversial figures like Nick Fuentes and Milo Yiannopoulos at strategic moments. A Dutch media concept called a "media stop" is proposed as a way for public figures to cease the cycle of constant response and counter-response.

Biden Reset
Episode 1221 15:21 - 18:48

1221: Biden Reset

Bloomberg Support, Karen Hunter and Stop-and-Frisk Criticism

SiriusXM host Karen Hunter has faced criticism for her support of Michael Bloomberg despite his history with stop-and-frisk policies in New York City. Guest Laurie Daniel Favors detailed the negative impact of Bloomberg's policing and gentrification policies on Black and Brown communities. Despite these criticisms, Favors admitted she would still vote for Bloomberg if he becomes the Democratic nominee to defeat Donald Trump.

Wordy Durd
Episode 867 2:21:46 - 2:25:48

867: Wordy Durd

Glenn Beck's Financial Decline, The Blaze and Boycotts

The financial struggles of Glenn Beck's media outlet, "The Blaze," are attributed to successful advertising boycotts organized by groups like Media Matters and Color of Change. The hosts discuss the "Spocko method" of defunding right-wing media by pressuring consumer brands to distance themselves from controversial hosts.