Topic: The Prophet

Detailed information from military and intelligence producers describes the use of "dirt boxes" (DRT) and "Stingray" devices for scooping up cell phone data from planes and vehicles. A former military member explains "The Prophet," a SIGINT system used in Afghanistan and Iraq for radio intercept and direction finding. The hosts discuss how these systems collect massive amounts of data, making them more useful for blackmail and "fact research" than immediate tactical action.

A discussion on media self-censorship cites the 1976 film "The Prophet" and the firing of Juan Williams as examples of the industry's tendency to avoid controversial topics. While New York Times editors publicly deny the practice, reporters privately admit to censoring their own work to align with corporate interests. An anecdote from MTV illustrates how talent is pressured to avoid criticizing major stars like Madonna.