Topic: Rising

Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, a targeted military offensive aimed at neutralizing the Iranian nuclear threat. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed strikes against the Natanz enrichment facility and ballistic missile programs. Reports indicate the operation utilized advanced explosive drones and precision-guided weaponry to eliminate high-ranking military commanders and nuclear scientists, including General Hossein Salami.

San Francisco and parts of Los Angeles are reportedly sinking at a rate of 0.4 inches per year according to a study led by NASA and NOAA. Media outlets like the Epoch Times have linked this subsidence to concerns over accelerating sea level rise and climate change. While some areas are sinking, others situated on solid rock in the East Bay remain stable.

Climate scientists claim that melting ice sheets in Greenland are contributing to rising sea levels and higher storm surges in the Gulf of Mexico. There is a noted shift in meteorological reporting toward using millibars instead of inches for barometric pressure to make data seem more dramatic. Additionally, the wind speed ranges for Saffir-Simpson hurricane categories are scrutinized for being inconsistent, particularly the 27-mph range assigned to Category 4 storms.

A climate expert discusses the disappearance of Venezuela's last glacier and predicts a three-meter sea level rise over the next 800 to 1,000 years. The hosts mock the term "slow crisis" as an oxymoron and a gaslighting tactic used to maintain public anxiety over long-term environmental changes.

A KQED report claims that rising sea levels in West Oakland are pushing toxic groundwater into residential areas, leading to calls for "climate reparations." Critics argue that West Oakland is largely inland and that the narrative is a pretext for gentrification and land seizure. The report links historical industrial pollution and "racist home lending" to current environmental risks.

South Florida experienced catastrophic flash flooding with over 20 inches of rain falling in the Fort Lauderdale area. A new study indicates that sea levels along the Southeast and Gulf coasts are rising at rates unprecedented in 120 years, increasing nearly five inches since 2010. Researchers attribute approximately 40% of this acceleration to man-made climate change and 60% to natural variability.

Climate models predict significant sea level rise for California, threatening the freshwater Delta region with saltwater intrusion. The state is considering the controversial Delta Conveyance Project, a 40-mile tunnel system designed to protect the water supply for 27 million residents.

The Department of Health and Human Services, led by Secretary Javier Becerra, is allocating tens of millions of dollars to build vaccine confidence through "trusted messengers" like pastors and barbers. The funding targets specific demographics, including Black Americans and migrant farm workers, using radio spots and community outreach. The hosts compare these government grant programs to the "free money" infomercials of Matt Lesko.

Mainstream media outlets, including Fox Business and CBS, are criticized for attributing the Surfside collapse to climate change and rising sea levels. Former MTV VJ Kennedy is noted for repeating talking points regarding environmental factors and soil movement. The hosts argue that the 30-year sinkage data is being used inconsistently to fit a specific narrative.

A CBS report on the flooding of the Tidal Basin in Washington DC is analyzed. While the report mentions the ground is sinking, it primarily blames climate change. The hosts point out the logical inconsistency of media reports claiming specific regions like Canada are warming "twice as fast" as the rest of the world.

Millions of people across 150 countries participate in global climate protests inspired by Greta Thunberg and the "Fridays for Future" movement. The strikes aim to pressure governments ahead of a UN summit on global warming. Concurrently, a study suggests that 13 million people in the U.S., primarily in Florida, are at risk of displacement due to rising sea levels this century.

Critics revisit NASA scientist James Hansen's 1988 prediction that New York's West Side Highway would be underwater within 40 years due to CO2 doubling. Skeptics point out that after 25 years, sea levels have only risen one inch, leaving nearly ten feet of rise required to meet the prediction. Meanwhile, current NASA reports cite record-breaking heat waves, which scientists attribute to "heat domes" trapping warmer air.

The Mayor of Tangier Island in the Chesapeake Bay disputes claims that his island is disappearing due to sea level rise, attributing the land loss to centuries of natural erosion. Despite a phone call from President Trump and warnings from scientists that the island has lost two-thirds of its land, the Mayor insists the water level remains the same as it was in 1970. He states he will only believe in sea level rise when he sees it with his own eyes.

Scientists claim humans are responsible for "over 100%" of current warming because natural cycles, such as a weakening sun, should be causing a slight cooling. Former Secretary of State John Kerry and other leaders frame climate change as a national security risk, noting that 70% of nations include it in their strategies. In New York, officials warn that LaGuardia Airport faces a two-foot sea level rise, threatening runways and infrastructure.

Krystal Ball and Saagar Enjeti, hosts of "Rising," appeared on the Joe Rogan Experience, which reportedly influenced their subsequent political commentary. Following the appearance, Krystal Ball was observed adopting more progressive "virtue signaling" stances, including a reconsideration of Joe Biden's candidacy. The shift in tone is attributed to the influence of the Rogan audience and the prevailing narrative in mainstream media.

Journalist Andy Ngo discusses the political climate in Portland, noting that local politicians previously viewed Antifa as "folk heroes" but are now distancing themselves due to the high cost of property damage. Ngo argues that Democratic politicians struggle to condemn the group because they share similar ideological goals. The segment also addresses the legal complexities of Trump's effort to classify the group as domestic terrorists.

The hosts predict a significant blowback against celebrities flaunting their lifestyles during lockdown. They analyze the shifting economics of the film industry, suggesting that the loss of theater concessions and the high bandwidth costs of streaming may hurt companies like Netflix despite increased viewership.

A new study warns that rising sea levels could displace populations in China, India, and Southeast Asia by 2050. The discussion notes that in some regions, the perceived rise in sea level is actually caused by landmasses sinking due to erosion and illegal sand theft, specifically citing issues in the Maldives.

A report from November 1922 published in the Monthly Weather Review described radical changes in the Arctic, including disappearing icebergs and rising water temperatures. The text predicted that the ice melt would soon make coastal cities uninhabitable. The hosts use this to argue that dire climate predictions have been a recurring theme for over a century.

Over the July 4th weekend, 57 people were shot in Chicago, highlighting the city's ongoing struggle with gun violence despite strict local laws. Separately, a verbal gaffe by Governor Gavin Newsom regarding San Francisco's "Phoenix rising from the ashes" was noted.