Topic: Richard Marks

8 chapters across the catalog

Sandwich Generation
Episode 1388 15:02 - 21:09

1388: Sandwich Generation

Facebook Whistleblower, Frances Haugen Senate Testimony

Frances Haugen testifies before a Senate subcommittee, alleging that Facebook prioritizes engagement over child safety and democracy. Senator Richard Blumenthal leads the hearing, while critics point to his ties to Microsoft and his past claims regarding military service during the Vietnam War.

Ephemeral Experience
Episode 1294 1:16:00 - 1:19:23

1294: Ephemeral Experience

Pentagon Reshuffle, Gina Haspel and CIA Declassification

President Trump's dismissal of Defense Secretary Mark Esper and the installation of loyalists at the Pentagon have sparked concerns about potential overseas military actions. Reports suggest CIA Director Gina Haspel may be the next to be fired, as she has reportedly resisted the declassification of documents related to the Russia investigation. Intelligence officials worry that a lame-duck administration might "cherry-pick" intelligence to support claims of election interference or deep-state corruption.

33 Cases
Episode 1266 37:30 - 39:15

1266: 33 Cases

Hand Sanitizer Poisoning Reports and Media Misinterpretation

A New York Times report on CDC warnings regarding hand sanitizer poisonings was widely misinterpreted on social media as people following bad medical advice. However, the article clarified that most incidents involved adults consuming the product for its high alcohol content due to addiction issues. The story was frequently used as a political cudgel against the Trump administration despite the underlying substance abuse context.

Free Scooter!
Episode 1044 1:16:43 - 1:20:53

1044: Free Scooter!

No Agenda Art and Executive Producer Credits

Artist Mark G contributed a new rendering of North Korea for the show's art generator, satirizing the country's tourism and human rights record. Richard Unterberger is credited as the Executive Producer for show 1044 following a significant donation. The hosts acknowledge the "value network" and thank the producers for their continued support of the value-for-value model.

Vasectomies & Dogs
Episode 1011 2:28:57 - 2:34:19

1011: Vasectomies & Dogs

Mark Cuban Fine and Austin Opera Scandal

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban was fined $600,000 by the NBA for comments made on a podcast regarding "tanking." Meanwhile, in Austin, the Opera's conductor Richard Buckley was fired following allegations of sexual harassment spanning 14 years. Seven women described a culture of permissiveness that allowed Buckley to engage in inappropriate touching and lewd talk due to his status as a "star."

MADCOM
Episode 971 1:32:59 - 1:36:35

971: MADCOM

Senate Intelligence Committee Update, Russia Investigation

Senators Richard Burr and Mark Warner provided an update on the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election. While they found no evidence of collusion yet, they focused heavily on the role of social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter in spreading divisive political advertisements.

Personfriend
Episode 916 2:21:34 - 2:27:30

916: Personfriend

Senate Intelligence Committee, Russian Election Meddling

Senators Richard Burr and Mark Warner held a joint press conference to discuss the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election. They alleged that Russia paid over 1,000 "hackers" to create fake news stories targeting Hillary Clinton. The hosts question the lack of evidence and the shifting narrative from "hacking servers" to "creating fake news."

ISIS-Land
Episode 857 1:40:20 - 1:47:27

857: ISIS-Land

Southern Strategy and Pastoral Perspectives on Trump

Two pastors offer opposing views on Donald Trump's outreach to Black voters. One reverend on MSNBC compares Trump's tactics to the "Southern Strategy" developed by Lee Atwater for Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan. John C. Dvorak provides historical context on how the Republican Party successfully flipped the South by appealing to voters dissatisfied with the "New Left."