Topic: Subliminal

Mickey Dolenz, the last surviving member of The Monkees, is suing the Department of Justice to obtain the band's full FBI files. Existing redacted files suggest the FBI monitored the group in the 1960s due to allegations that they used subliminal messages associated with left-wing politics during their live performances.

A news broadcast from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) briefly cuts to footage of what appears to be a satanic ritual during a segment on government officials. The hosts discuss whether the incident was a technical error or a form of subliminal programming.

A 1983 article written by John C. Dvorak for InfoWorld describes a software product called ExpandoVision for the Atari 400 that inserted subliminal messages into television broadcasts. The story includes a prank involving a "Sexual Confidence" cartridge and a hostess at the Comdex trade show, as well as a connection to Robin Williams' guru, Satara Kalsa.

A brief disagreement occurs over the quality of the movie *Josie and the Pussycats*. While one host views it as a good film that accurately addresses subliminal messaging in the music industry, the other finds it "horrible." This leads to a side comment on *The Handmaid's Tale*, which is described as a fictionalized future where "Christian white men" take over the government.

The hosts discuss the "smirk" on the Amazon logo and other alleged subliminal messages in corporate branding, such as the "mom" hidden in the Wendy's collar. Dvorak remains skeptical of the effectiveness of these marketing tactics, while Curry suggests they have a psychological impact.

A street sign in Austin was briefly changed to "David Bowie Street" by fans, sparking a discussion about the city's liberal culture. The segment jokingly links Austin to "Satanism," citing the presence of "Satan's Cheerleaders" and other occult-themed groups. A backmasked clip of President Obama's "Yes We Can" speech is played to "prove" subliminal messaging.

Analysis of the Fox News debate broadcast suggests the prominent placement of the Facebook "F" logo next to candidates served as a subliminal "fail" grade. Claims are made that Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg's Democratic ties influenced the production, while Mark Zuckerberg's political interests are characterized as focused primarily on H1B visa expansion and immigration.

Senator Lindsey Graham's performance in the "happy hour" debate is analyzed, focusing on his emotional appeal regarding Social Security and his family history. A specific audio moment where a moderator used the word "query" is highlighted as a potential subliminal jab at the Senator's personal life.

The hosts reflect on their different methods of media consumption, with one focusing on television clips and the other on internet sources. They discuss susceptibility to mainstream media "undertows" and the importance of their separate filtering processes. The segment concludes with the formal "round table" knighting ritual for Sir Matt, involving a list of humorous items and amenities.

During the CNN debate broadcast, a protest sign referencing the "frothy mix" urban dictionary definition of Rick Santorum's name was briefly visible. The incident raised questions regarding broadcast standards and the accidental or intentional inclusion of derogatory subliminal messaging in national political coverage.

The UK's advertising watchdog has pulled a series of radio ads for the Anti-Terrorist Hotline that encouraged citizens to report neighbors for using cash or keeping curtains closed. The hosts deconstruct the ads, noting the use of subliminal editing and the phrase "terrorist house" to instill fear and suspicion.

Television producer Chuck Lorre is using high-speed vanity cards at the end of shows like The Big Bang Theory to broadcast personal and political messages. One specific card, number 240, discusses the producer's views on God and Fox News. The hosts question the legality of flashing text too quickly for the average viewer to read without a DVR.

A theory is proposed regarding the use of the word "Haiti" in brief, potentially subliminal television flashes during commercial breaks. The discussion links this to the International Rescue Committee (IRC) and suggests that the global response to disasters often amounts to "genocide by neglect." Parallels are drawn to the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and the failure of infrastructure in the Ninth Ward.

A mysterious "Haiti" graphic appeared for several frames during a CBS broadcast of the Late Show with David Letterman. This occurrence is linked to the $11.4 billion reconstruction plan for Haiti led by UN Special Envoy Bill Clinton, with claims that the disaster is being leveraged for corporate interests and tax-free havens.

The discussion explores the history of subliminal messaging in media, from 1950s cinema to modern casino environments. Steve Wynn's use of specific fragrances like coconut and banana oil at the Mirage Hotel is cited as a method to relax gamblers and increase spending. The hosts also note the use of high-speed "transition bumpers" on news networks like Fox as a form of modern brainwashing.

A critique of a flu vaccine commercial aired during the television show "Dollhouse" on Fox, which allegedly used a "seamless" transition to confuse viewers. The hosts argue that the advertisement's themes of "sharing" and "memories" were intentionally integrated with the show's plot to make the audience more receptive to the marketing message.

An analysis of CNN promotional spots for Anderson Cooper 360 suggests the use of audio techniques designed to confuse the brain and deliver suggestions through separate stereo channels. In a separate media critique, a viral story claiming that fellatio reduces breast cancer risk is identified as a hoax. Despite being debunked, the story was erroneously attributed to the Associated Press and circulated through mainstream outlets like CNN.com.