Topic: Special Prosecutor

4 chapters across the catalog

Missile by Nike
Episode 995 1:46:10 - 1:53:54

995: Missile by Nike

David Ippolito Mueller Crush Song and Political Satire

Musician David Ippolito, known as "That Guitar Man from Central Park," performed a satirical love song dedicated to Special Prosecutor Robert Mueller. The lyrics express a "crush" on Mueller and hope for the indictment of the "orange wiener," reflecting the intense anti-Trump sentiment among certain New York City artistic communities.

Watergate II
Episode 928 23:18 - 26:28

928: Watergate II

Special Prosecutors, J. Edgar Hoover and FBI Term Limits

The historical context of the 10-year FBI director term limit is examined, refuting the claim that it was designed for "integrity." Instead, the limit was established to prevent a repeat of J. Edgar Hoover's era of political blackmail. Comparisons are drawn between current events and the Watergate era, while noting that former Director Robert Mueller's term was uniquely extended by the Obama administration.

Fack Base
Episode 914 10:28 - 13:19

914: Fack Base

Carl Bernstein CNN Appearance, Intelligence Community Schism

Journalist Carl Bernstein appeared on CNN to argue that President Trump is inventing conspiracies to deflect from Russian interference. The hosts analyze the segment's production, noting that Bernstein seemed to be reading from specific talking points rather than speaking independently. They suggest this reflects a growing divide within the U.S. intelligence community regarding the administration.

Shambollocks
Episode 868 2:34 - 4:18

868: Shambollocks

Donald Trump Second Presidential Debate Performance, Sniffling Tactics

The second presidential debate between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton is analyzed for its entertainment value rather than political substance. A suggestion is made that Trump should have used his sniffling as a tactical distraction during Clinton's commentary. Trump's threat to appoint a special prosecutor to put Clinton in jail is highlighted as the most memorable line of the night.