8 chapters across the catalog
An anecdote describes a social experiment where liberal acquaintances were found to be entirely unaware of the CBP One mobile app used by migrants to schedule entry into the United States. The lack of awareness is attributed to selective reporting in mainstream outlets like the New York Times.
Amy Goodman's Trump Coverage, Political Violence Claims
Democracy Now host Amy Goodman is criticized for her framing of a Donald Trump interview in Time Magazine. Goodman claimed Trump "refused to rule out political violence," while the actual quote showed Trump stating that the outcome "depends on the fairness of the election." The hosts argue this is an example of extreme journalistic bias and "predictive programming."
Political Timing, Pfizer Documents, 2000 Mules Premiere
The timing of the Supreme Court leak is questioned, with suggestions that it was used to distract from the release of Pfizer documents and the premiere of Dinesh D'Souza's film, 2000 Mules. The hosts posit that the news cycle shift effectively ended public focus on the war in Ukraine. Speculation continues regarding whether the leaker was a Republican or a Democrat operative.
Lindsey Graham Relationship with Donald Trump and John McCain
Senator Lindsey Graham faced media criticism for his close relationship with Donald Trump following the death of his long-time friend John McCain. Graham defended his actions to CNN's Dana Bash, stating his desire to be relevant and help the President succeed for the sake of the country. The New York Times published a satirical obituary for Graham's "maverick" reputation due to his alignment with the Trump administration.
The "Equal Time Rule" is often confused with the Fairness Doctrine, but it specifically applies to legally qualified political candidates during elections. Established by the Radio Act of 1927, the rule exempts news programming, documentaries, and political debates. The hosts discuss how these regulations are frequently mischaracterized by media historians and "esteemed scholars."
Bill Maher, Frank Bruni on White Male Identity Politics
New York Times columnist Frank Bruni appeared on "Real Time with Bill Maher" to discuss the marginalization of white men in modern political discourse. Bruni argued against the "Oppression Olympics" and emphasized that a person's category should not be a credential that disqualifies them from participating in debates.
Repeal2.org Domain and Political Strategy for Gun Rights
The hosts discuss the acquisition of the domain repeal2.org to highlight the absurdity of incremental gun regulations. They argue that if the New York Times and activists truly believe guns are a "national disgrace," they should advocate for a constitutional repeal, which they know lacks public support. The discussion critiques the use of propagandistic terms like "slaughter of innocence" in the gun control debate.
The New York Times is criticized for a front-page photograph of Paul Ryan that appears to place him against a dark, hellish background. The image is interpreted as a deliberate attempt by the publication to present the Republican vice-presidential candidate in an unflattering and sinister light. This editorial choice is cited as an example of deep political division in national media.
