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CNN anchors Poppy Harlow and Errol Louis discussed Elon Musk's impact on social media, with Louis claiming Musk has "pulled the goalie" on tracking disinformation. The hosts mock the anchors' vocal qualities and the use of the hockey term "pulling the goalie," which has alternative slang meanings. The segment criticizes CNN for ignoring the context of Musk's tweets while claiming he is destroying the "civic conversation."
Eric Swalwell Iowa Visits and Potential 2020 Presidential Run
Congressman Eric Swalwell has visited Iowa ten times over the last 18 months, fueling speculation about a 2020 presidential bid. In an interview with Poppy Harlow, Swalwell discussed protecting healthcare and introduced the slogan "Green the Grid" regarding infrastructure. He stated he will formally consider a run after the 2018 midterm elections.
CNN's Poppy Harlow was mocked for misidentifying the French national anthem during a broadcast of President Trump's visit with Emmanuel Macron on July 14. The error is presented as an example of the general incompetence and lack of cultural knowledge within mainstream news organizations. The segment highlighted the disconnect between media narratives and the actual events being covered.
Amazon Bestseller List, 1984 and Dystopian Literature Trends
George Orwell's "1984" reached the top of the Amazon bestseller list following the inauguration of Donald Trump and the use of the phrase "alternative facts." Other titles seeing a resurgence include Sinclair Lewis's "It Can't Happen Here." The hosts mock CNN's Poppy Harlow for her analysis of the trend and question if Ayn Rand's "Atlas Shrugged" is also climbing the charts.
Poppy Harlow Fainting Incident, CNN Brain Scrambling Theory
CNN anchor Poppy Harlow passed out briefly during a live broadcast, which the hosts jokingly attribute to "brain scrambling machines" or MKUltra programs. They compare the sounds she made during the incident to previous clips of news anchors experiencing verbal paroxysms on air.
Media Fear-Mongering and Bob Baer's CIA Operative Label
CNN and other networks are accused of constant fear-mongering through frequent interviews with "former CIA operative" Bob Baer. The discussion questions the meaning of the term "operative" and suggests that the repeal of the Smith-Mundt Act has allowed for increased domestic propaganda aimed at keeping the American public in a state of perpetual alarm.
