Topic: Political Distraction

3 chapters across the catalog

ISIS-Land
Episode 857 1:07:19 - 1:12:08

857: ISIS-Land

Anthony Weiner Sexting Scandal and Political Distraction Theories

The hosts discuss the timing of the latest Anthony Weiner sexting scandal, noting that the incriminating photos had been held for over a year before being released. They theorize that the scandal was deployed as a strategic distraction to soften the impact of the FBI's Clinton email report and to generate sympathy for Huma Abedin.

Miley Cyrus Meets Hannah Montana
Episode 137 46:30 - 49:04

137: Miley Cyrus Meets Hannah Montana

ACORN Internal Investigation and Media Distractions

Bertha Lewis, CEO of ACORN, released an internal investigation following a series of undercover sting operations. The hosts argue that the focus on ACORN is a media distraction designed to draw attention away from massive military spending and the continued operation of the Guantanamo Bay detention center.

Israel to Bomb Iran Nothing to See Here Folks Just Shooting Moose...
Episode 46 1:04:40 - 1:06:17

46: Israel to Bomb Iran Nothing to See Here Folks Just Shooting Moose...

Political Distractions and Black Sea Warships

The intense media focus on Sarah Palin and vice-presidential debates is characterized as a distraction from significant military movements in the Black Sea. While the public watches "political theater," the Bush administration and Vice President Cheney are reportedly making substantive moves in Georgia and challenging Russian influence.