Topic: Tsunamis

36 chapters across the catalog

Second Half of Show
Episode 1844 43:41 - 45:22

1844: Second Half of Show

Project Seal, Tsunami Bomb Tests, New Zealand

Filmmaker Ray Waru uncovered secret documents detailing Project Seal, a joint U.S. and New Zealand operation in the 1940s to develop a "tsunami bomb." The project involved nearly 4,000 test explosions off the coast of Auckland intended to create artificial tidal waves to inundate coastal cities before the project was shelved in 1945.

This Actually Happened!
Episode 1722 3:07:03 - 3:08:30

1722: This Actually Happened!

Second Wave "Tsunami" Warnings, Testing Saturation

Health officials warned that a potential "second wave" of the virus could be far worse than the first, describing it as a "tsunami" type wave. The public was urged to "hunker down" and refocus on flattening the curve through testing and social distancing. A repetitive media montage emphasized the phrase "we are doing a lot of testing" to describe the government's primary strategy for managing the resurgence.

On The Fritz
Episode 1718 1:00:18 - 1:01:15

1718: On The Fritz

Magnitude 7.0 Earthquake Strikes Northern California Coast

A magnitude 7.0 earthquake occurred off the coast of Ferndale in Humboldt County, California, triggering a brief tsunami warning for the West Coast. While the quake was significant, no major damage was immediately reported in the surrounding areas. The tsunami warning was subsequently canceled after officials determined there was no threat of a destructive wave.

Balconazi
Episode 1582 2:31:03 - 2:37:13

1582: Balconazi

Hawaiian Electric Lawsuits, Emergency Management Failures, "Aloha" Protocol

Hawaiian Electric faces multiple lawsuits after data showed dozens of electrical faults occurring as the wildfires started. Maui’s Emergency Operations Chief, who had no prior disaster experience, defended the decision not to sound sirens, claiming they are primarily for tsunamis and would have led people toward the fire. Officials at a press conference urged reporters to show "Aloha and kindness" when questioning the response.

Flu Tsunami
Episode 1396 2:22:40 - 2:25:00

1396: Flu Tsunami

Netherlands Corona Pass, Flu Tsunami Narrative

The Netherlands has expanded its "Corona Pass" requirements, mandating the QR code for gyms and outdoor terraces. Dutch cardiologists are also warning of a "flu tsunami" that could increase the risk of heart attacks six-fold. The hosts view this as a "pre-bunking" effort to blame upcoming heart issues on the flu rather than vaccine-induced myocarditis.

Boo You
Episode 1074 2:22:20 - 2:26:21

1074: Boo You

Climate Change and the USMCA Trade Deal

Democracy Now! is criticized for linking a recent tsunami in Indonesia to climate change. The hosts then pivot to the USMCA (the NAFTA replacement), expressing a desire to understand the actual changes in the 1,200-page document, specifically regarding dairy exports to Canada and Mexican labor wages.

Ras-Putin
Episode 1002 1:35:07 - 1:39:17

1002: Ras-Putin

Alaska Earthquake, Tsunami Warning and Media Footage

A 7.9 magnitude earthquake in the Gulf of Alaska triggers tsunami warnings across the Pacific coast. Both ABC and CBS are criticized for using the same "OMG" earthquake footage from YouTube, which appears staged. Despite the dire warnings, the actual tsunami measured only eight inches in Kodiak, leading to questions about the efficacy of the expensive buoy warning system.

Ras-Putin
Episode 1002 1:39:17 - 1:42:20

1002: Ras-Putin

Tsunami Buoy System, Militarized Language in Disasters

The use of the phrase "this is not a drill" during natural disaster alerts is criticized as an example of the increasing militarization of public language. The discussion questions why the multi-million dollar tsunami buoy system did not provide more accurate data before widespread panic was induced in Alaska and Hawaii.

10th Anniversary
Episode 976 3:17:41 - 3:20:11

976: 10th Anniversary

Canary Islands, Tsunami Fears, and Volcanic Activity

Experts are monitoring the Canary Islands following hundreds of recorded earthquakes, reviving fears that a volcanic eruption could cause a massive landslide. Such an event has been theorized to create a tsunami capable of reaching New York. The hosts note that similar warnings occurred in 2011 at El Hierro and discuss other volcanic risks at Mount Shasta and Mount Rainier.

The Christmas Special
Episode 889 1:46:06 - 1:49:27

889: The Christmas Special

Earthquake Machines and the Fukushima Tsunami Theory

The 2011 Fukushima disaster is discussed as a potentially "planned event" intended to turn global opinion against nuclear energy. Reference is made to 1997 testimony by Secretary of Defense William Cohen regarding the existence of "eco-terrorism" technologies like earthquake machines. The hosts suggest a "cabal" move to push nations toward liquid natural gas by making nuclear power appear dangerous.

The Christmas Special
Episode 889 1:49:28 - 1:52:05

889: The Christmas Special

Project Seal and the 1940s Tsunami Bomb Tests

Filmmaker Ray Waru uncovered secret documents detailing "Project Seal," a joint U.S.-New Zealand operation in the 1940s to develop a "tsunami bomb." The project involved 4,000 test explosions off the coast of Auckland to determine if coastal cities could be inundated by man-made waves. The hosts use this historical data to support their skepticism regarding modern seismic events.

The Angries
Episode 877 6:09 - 6:55

877: The Angries

New Zealand South Island Earthquake and Tsunami Warning

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck New Zealand's South Island near Christchurch, triggering a tsunami warning for the east coast. While power outages were reported across a large area, there were no immediate reports of casualties at the time of the broadcast.

Experiential Evidence
Episode 598 2:28:12 - 2:30:45

598: Experiential Evidence

Fukushima Anniversary, Media Misinformation

Local news reports marking the three-year anniversary of the Fukushima disaster are criticized for conflating tsunami deaths with nuclear radiation risks. The hosts point out factual errors in casualty numbers and discuss the return of residents to previously evacuated areas.

Hornet's Nest
Episode 560 51:51 - 55:11

560: Hornet's Nest

Healthcare IT Consultants, Software Versioning Rollbacks

The return of Jeffrey Zients to fix the Healthcare.gov website prompts a discussion on IT project management. The hosts argue that if the contractors used standard software versioning systems, they should be able to roll back the code to a functional state prior to the problematic last-minute change orders.

Episode 472 0:00 - 2:25

472: Conheads in Mexico

Fukushima Tsunami Debris, Japanese Dock Washes Up in Oregon

A massive dock from the Fukushima tsunami washed ashore in the Pacific Northwest, specifically near the Oregon coast. Authorities destroyed the structure by burning it to prevent the spread of invasive barnacles and vermin. There are concerns regarding potential radioactivity, though the hosts discuss the logistical difficulty of testing the debris with Geiger counters.

Episode 456 44:35 - 49:28

456: Sell-ah-bretties

Media Tsunami Warnings, Hurricane Sandy Reporting

The hosts critique CNN's alarmist coverage of a 7.7 earthquake off Canada and the subsequent tsunami warnings for Hawaii that resulted in no damage. They argue that the media uses "superstorm" terminology to avoid blaming events on global warming when the narrative isn't ready. The segment highlights the political utility of storm-related campaign cancellations.

Phobos Grunts
Episode 369 2:07:16 - 2:10:43

369: Phobos Grunts

Japanese Tsunami Debris Field and Media Animations

The hosts question news reports claiming a debris field from the Japanese tsunami "the size of California" is approaching the North American coast. They point out the lack of actual satellite imagery or photographs, noting that the media relies exclusively on computer animations. They suspect the story is being exaggerated to maintain a sense of public fear.

Drone Journalism
Episode 362 1:34:09 - 1:36:55

362: Drone Journalism

Fukushima Earthquake Machine Theory and Magna BSP

A theory from Jim Stone suggests the Fukushima disaster was an act of war involving a nuclear device rather than a natural earthquake. The discussion focuses on Magna BSP, an Israeli security firm that installed "bioscopic" cameras at the facility, which Stone claims were actually nuclear weapons used to trigger a tsunami.