Topic: Media Tactics

2 chapters across the catalog

Space Wake
Episode 1393 17:46 - 20:12

1393: Space Wake

No Agenda Production Philosophy and Ad-Libbed Format

The hosts explain their unique production philosophy, which involves zero pre-show communication or scripted segments to maintain a "real" and lively atmosphere. They criticize the mainstream media's use of pre-interviews, arguing that such rehearsals ruin the authenticity of the final product. This professional tactic relies on their shared history and ability to react to information in real-time without in-studio producers.

Where's The Beef?
Episode 37 2:01:31 - 2:03:54

37: Where's The Beef?

Media Debate Tactics, Show Outro

A discussion on media manipulation tactics describes how debates are often staged by pairing a reasonable representative of one side with an "insane" representative of the other to sway public opinion. The program concludes with the hosts signing off from their respective locations in smoky Northern California and sun-drenched Surrey, UK, promising to return the following week.