3 chapters across the catalog
Al-Qaeda Tapes, Forensic Audio Reverb Claims
Catherine Herridge claims Al-Qaeda operatives tried to sell a tape to Fox News for $30,000 and that messages are often hidden on pornographic file-sharing sites. She asserts that forensic analysts found "reverb" added to an al-Awlaki tape to make it sound as if he were speaking in a large mosque rather than a closet.
Audio Engineering, Skype Connection and Sound Quality
The hosts discuss the technical audio quality of the podcast, specifically the equalization and the impact of the Skype connection. One host suggests adding more low-end frequencies to the mix to improve the vocal presence. They compare the sound quality of different microphones, including the Heil PR40, and the use of headphones during recording.
Drop.io No Agenda, NOS Studios, and Outro
Adam Curry promotes the "Drop.io/NoAgenda" site for listener contributions and research. He shares an anecdote about working at the gray, "Russian-style" NOS studios in 1983, where they used massive metal plates for reverb. The show concludes with the hosts signing off from "Gitmo East" and "Gitmo West," promising to return the following week.
