Topic: Skiff

8 chapters across the catalog

Pointcast
Episode 1864 1:53:55 - 1:57:20

1864: Pointcast

Thomas Massie, FISA Section 702, Secret Laws

Congressman Thomas Massie revealed details from a classified letter by Senator Ron Wyden regarding a "secret interpretation" of FISA laws used by the FBI to spy on Americans. Massie argues that the existence of top-secret legal interpretations prevents the Supreme Court and the public from properly evaluating government actions.

Heavy Tail
Episode 1667 1:04:03 - 1:09:20

1667: Heavy Tail

Thomas Massie Interview, Mike Johnson and FISA Psyops

Representative Thomas Massie appeared on Tucker Carlson's show to discuss Speaker Mike Johnson's sudden policy reversals on Ukraine aid and FISA 702. Massie claims Johnson was "psyoped" during briefings in a SCIF (Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility) by intelligence officials. He suggests Johnson's lack of experience and small staff led him to accept the establishment's narrative on surveillance and foreign spending without sufficient pushback.

Chop Shop
Episode 1572 2:44:01 - 2:44:53

1572: Chop Shop

White House Cocaine Investigation, Secret Service Briefing

The Secret Service requested an expedited briefing with lawmakers in a secure facility (SCIF) regarding the investigation into cocaine found at the White House. This move suggests a development in the DNA and fingerprint analysis of the evidence. The briefing was moved up to accommodate the House Oversight Committee's schedule.

Pocket Pardon
Episode 1563 1:22:46 - 1:27:28

1563: Pocket Pardon

Jim Trustee on DOJ Weaponization and Biden Documents

Trump attorney Jim Trustee debates George Stephanopoulos regarding the "weaponization" of the DOJ. Trustee argues that the Presidential Records Act should govern the document dispute and points to Joe Biden's possession of classified materials in Delaware and the Penn Biden Center as evidence of a double standard in federal prosecutions.

Ejexit
Episode 1184 51:36 - 58:21

1184: Ejexit

Impeachment Inquiry Theater and Task Force Marketing

The current impeachment inquiry is characterized as political theater, with Republicans recently raiding a SCIF (Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility) to protest the process. A highly produced "Impeachment Task Force" video is circulating on social media, which critics compare to the marketing of video games like Call of Duty. The segment notes that subpoenas currently lack judicial force until formal articles of impeachment are voted upon.

In the Saddle
Episode 968 2:41:14 - 2:44:45

968: In the Saddle

Cabinet Travel Investigation, Tom Price, EPA Secure Phone Booth

Health Secretary Tom Price is under fire for spending over $400,000 on private charter flights, leading President Trump to express his public displeasure. Meanwhile, EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt is being criticized for installing a $25,000 secure phone booth in his office. While the media portrays the booth as an extravagance, it is likely a "SCIF" (Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility) designed to prevent electronic eavesdropping and bugs.

Lucy the Luddite
Episode 448 22:23 - 25:24

448: Lucy the Luddite

DHS Demonstrations Used to Scare Congress into Action

Janet Napolitano describes conducting demonstrations in "the skiff" to scare members of Congress into recognizing the urgency of cyber threats. The hosts compare the sought-after legal indemnification for tech companies to the protections already enjoyed by the pharmaceutical industry regarding vaccine liability.

Chillin' & Killin'
Episode 289 1:37:17 - 1:40:43

289: Chillin' & Killin'

Obama Secure Communication Tent in Brazil

A White House photo shows President Obama using a blue tent in Brazil as a mobile secure facility (SCIF) to discuss the Libya situation. The hosts mock the "high-tech" nature of a tent and transition into a discussion about expensive Manolo Blahnik shoes, which they describe as "porn for chicks."