Topic: Racial Rhetoric

2 chapters across the catalog

Spook Nation
Episode 1383 18:10 - 22:23

1383: Spook Nation

Joy Reid and MSNBC Political Rhetoric Regarding COVID-19

MSNBC host Joy Reid is criticized for her rhetoric regarding Nicki Minaj's vaccine hesitancy and her claims that Republicans "love COVID." Reid suggested that conservative figures like Tucker Carlson are safe while pushing policies that disproportionately harm Black Americans, a claim the hosts describe as politically motivated misinformation designed to trigger liberal viewers.

Weeping Angels
Episode 1208 9:16 - 11:37

1208: Weeping Angels

Tom Steyer, Environmental Justice and Racial Rhetoric

Candidate Tom Steyer faced criticism for his debate performance, specifically his phrasing regarding "black and brown communities" unable to breathe clean air. Despite his background in the coal industry, Steyer positioned climate change as his top priority and pledged to declare a national emergency on day one of his presidency. His delivery was noted for a perceived lack of authenticity and unusual physical mannerisms during the broadcast.