Topic: Open Source Intelligence

6 chapters across the catalog

Circularity
Episode 1782 3:04:23 - 3:12:15

1782: Circularity

CEOexpress.com, Mark of the Beast and Final Sign-off

The final segment features a "Tip of the Day" recommending CEOexpress.com as a comprehensive dashboard for open-source intelligence and executive research. The hosts conclude with a discussion on religious symbolism and the "Mark of the Beast," referencing the number 666 and its alleged presence in modern corporate logos. The show signs off with a reminder of the Sunday broadcast and a final "Adios Mofos" to the audience.

HiFi Intel
Episode 1747 1:07:36 - 1:15:00

1747: HiFi Intel

SIPA Intelligence Connections, Victoria Nuland at Columbia

An investigation into Mahmoud Khalil's background reveals ties to the British government and Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA). SIPA is noted for its faculty with intelligence backgrounds, including Professor Victoria Nuland. The segment suggests Khalil may be part of a Five Eyes counter-intelligence operation or an extraction effort disguised as a deportation.

Hush Up Boy!
Episode 1566 34:45 - 37:29

1566: Hush Up Boy!

Oryx Open-Source Intelligence Project Shutdown

The open-source intelligence project Oryx, known for tracking military equipment losses in the Ukraine conflict, announced it will cease operations on October 1st. The founder cited personal burnout and the lack of financial compensation for the all-consuming project. The timing of the shutdown raises questions about the future of independent data verification in the region.

Hundos
Episode 1035 2:20:07 - 2:21:58

1035: Hundos

Artificial Interpretation, AI Email Solutions

The term "Artificial Intelligence" is rebranded as "Artificial Interpretation" to better describe how machines process data. A proposal is made for an AI bot that could revolutionize email management by learning an individual's priorities through IMAP server integration. The hosts suggest that fixing email would be a more significant achievement than current AI projects.

Smart Power
Episode 765 7:00 - 10:59

765: Smart Power

Elliot Higgins and Bellingcat Open Source Intelligence Critique

RT correspondent Gayane Chichakyan reports on the rise of blogger Elliot Higgins, founder of Bellingcat, as a mainstream media defense expert. Critics, including German forensics expert Jens Kriese, describe Higgins' methods as "reading tea leaves" due to his lack of formal weapons training. The segment highlights Higgins appearing simultaneously on CNN and Sky News to blame pro-Russian rebels for the MH17 crash.

Hide Your Forks
Episode 313 2:03:19 - 2:05:50

313: Hide Your Forks

NATO Intelligence Gathering and Fake Social Media Accounts

NATO spokesman Mike Bracken stated that the alliance relies on "fused information" from open sources, including social media and Twitter, for its military campaigns. In response, the hosts propose a plan for listeners to create fake Twitter accounts to feed "usable intelligence" into the system. This strategy aims to highlight the unreliability of using unverified social media posts for military decision-making.