Topic: Security Risk

4 chapters across the catalog

Puppy State
Episode 1429 1:19:01 - 1:21:28

1429: Puppy State

Nuclear Threats, Risk Management, Intelligence Divergence

A report from a critical infrastructure security insider highlights a massive divergence between intelligence analysts and risk management professionals regarding the threat of World War III. While intelligence officers view the current situation as "bull crap," risk analysts are reportedly preparing for a nuclear holocaust. Secretary Blinken's response to Putin's nuclear rhetoric is characterized as being prepared for a "first strike" scenario.

Sandy Super Strong
Episode 960 2:54:40 - 3:01:34

960: Sandy Super Strong

Imran Awan, House IT Security Scandal and Second Email Account

New reports alleged that Imran Awan, the former IT aide to Debbie Wasserman Schultz, maintained a second active email account with access to the House network even after being banned as a security risk. Mark Steyn commented on the "malodorous" nature of the investigation and the lack of mainstream media coverage regarding the Pakistani national's activities.

Gun Disease
Episode 781 2:24:59 - 2:27:12

781: Gun Disease

ISIS Passport Machines, Blank Passports and Security Risks

Intelligence reports indicate that ISIS has acquired official passport printing machines and blank documents, allowing them to create authentic-looking travel papers. This development poses a significant security risk as it could allow operatives to enter the U.S. and Europe undetected.

Dead Hand of Bureaucracy
Episode 463 2:46:10 - 2:51:03

463: Dead Hand of Bureaucracy

Future Terror Plots, Risk Scores and Border Security Software

The hosts speculate on future "terror events" that might be used to justify new security measures, such as TSA at ferry terminals or train stations. They analyze a BBC report on new SAS software that assigns "risk scores" to travelers based on cash payments, age, and travel history. They compare this to credit scores, calling the normalization of individual risk profiles "disgusting."