4 chapters across the catalog
Sochi Olympics, Toothpaste Bomb Scare, TSA Warnings
A retrospective look at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics highlights the "toothpaste bomb" scare promoted by the TSA and Homeland Security. The media coverage at the time is criticized for creating a sense of trepidation despite a lack of specific intelligence. The segment suggests these warnings were part of a broader effort to disparage the Russian-hosted games.
London Olympics Security, Serco Failures, and Dirty Bomb Fears
Private contractor Serco faces scrutiny for security breaches at UK borders ahead of the 2012 London Olympics. Reports indicate that vehicles entered the country without being screened for radiation or "dirty bombs" due to equipment failures and unmanned posts. The hosts suggest that the massive military and security buildup for the games is intended to become a permanent fixture of London life.
Rockefeller Foundation Scenarios and 2012 Olympic Bombing Prediction
A Rockefeller Foundation document titled "Scenarios for the Future of Technology and International Development" is examined for its eerie predictions. The "Hack Attack" scenario specifically mentions a 2012 Olympic bombing killing 13,000 people, which the hosts find both ludicrous and frightening as a potential "planned" disaster.
Vancouver Olympic Security, Verint Systems Connection
The hosts discuss the security infrastructure for the Vancouver Olympics, noting that Verint Systems—the company involved in the London 7-7 bombings—is providing the cameras. They also mention that the Canadian government has been shut down, potentially allowing U.S. troops to take control in the event of a terror attack under existing bilateral agreements.
