Topic: Obama India

8 chapters across the catalog

Ten Minute Timer
Episode 691 2:19:17 - 2:22:17

691: Ten Minute Timer

Obama Visit to India, Military Modernization Sales

President Obama's trip to India is framed as a high-level sales mission to support Prime Minister Narendra Modi's military modernization efforts. The "peace through strength" doctrine adopted by Modi involves significant technological and weaponry upgrades. The segment notes that Obama is acting as a "top sales guy" to compete with Russian influence in the region.

Threat Stream
Episode 688 8:56 - 10:47

688: Threat Stream

Denmark Happiness Myths and Obama's India Visit

A report suggests that despite being a model for American liberals due to free education and healthcare, the population of Denmark suffers from high rates of depression. Meanwhile, President Barack Obama prepares for a high-security visit to India to celebrate Independence Day alongside Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a move criticized as a potential security risk.

We Live!!!
Episode 306 2:07:48 - 2:11:20

306: We Live!!!

China-Pakistan Fighter Jets, India Trade Mission

China agreed to provide 50 JF-17 fighter jets to Pakistan following a visit by Prime Minister Yusuf Raza Gilani to Beijing. This development follows a failed U.S. trade mission to India where President Obama was unable to secure a major jet contract, as India opted to purchase aircraft from Russia instead.

Brown is the New Green
Episode 272 56:21 - 59:05

272: Brown is the New Green

Deepak Chopra and Canada Post Appointment

Deepak Chopra, a former CEO of a body scanner company who accompanied President Obama on a trade mission to India, has been appointed CEO of Canada Post. The hosts criticize the move, noting that Chopra benefited from U.S. taxpayer-funded junkets before taking a high-level position in Canada. There are concerns he will move to privatize the Canadian postal service.

Love Pats
Episode 253 1:57:23 - 2:02:09

253: Love Pats

Obama Asia Trip, Hillary Clinton 2012 Speculation

Media coverage of President Obama's trip to India and Indonesia is characterized as a "Great American Apology Tour" by critics. The hosts discuss the "demure" energy of the President and speculate that Hillary Clinton is being positioned for a future presidential run by building her international profile as Secretary of State. They suggest Obama's current political struggles are part of a scripted transition.

Multidimensional Poverty Index
Episode 249 56:09 - 1:00:17

249: Multidimensional Poverty Index

Obama's India Trip, Mumbai Business Summit

President Obama's trip to India is scrutinized for its high cost and focus on corporate interests. He is scheduled to stay at the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, the site of the 2008 Mumbai attacks, and speak at a business summit sponsored by the US-India Business Council (USIBC). The trip includes 215 CEOs, leading to claims that the visit is essentially a high-priced "speaking gig" for corporate interests.

Transportation Sexual Assault (TSA)
Episode 250 1:03:35 - 1:08:31

250: Transportation Sexual Assault (TSA)

Obama India Trip, Arms Sales, Job Offshoring

President Obama's trip to India is framed as a massive sales mission for the U.S. defense industry, involving $10 billion in equipment. The hosts argue that the "job creation" narrative hides the reality of further offshoring and outsourcing to Indian firms like Tata Consultancy Services. They also discuss a proposal to link the social security systems of India and the U.S., allowing temporary visa workers to draw American benefits.