Topic: Umbrella Revolution

3 chapters across the catalog

Speciesism
Episode 661 2:53:18 - 2:57:29

661: Speciesism

Hong Kong Umbrella Revolution, Chinese Information Control

The "Umbrella Revolution" in Hong Kong is characterized as a potential US State Department-backed operation aimed at destabilizing the Chinese government. Reports from Beijing suggest that the "Great Firewall" has been highly effective, as many mainland students remain unaware of the protests. The Chinese government's ability to filter information has prevented the pro-democracy movement from spreading to the mainland, frustrating Western diplomatic efforts.

bio-hacking
Episode 657 2:55:27 - 3:10:16

657: bio-hacking

Chicago FAA Fire, Hong Kong Protests, Show Sign-off

The hosts briefly discuss the intentional fire at an FAA facility in Aurora, Illinois, which caused massive flight disruptions, suggesting it may be used to push for the "NextGen" automated air traffic system. They also touch upon the "Umbrella Revolution" in Hong Kong and the suspicious death of a local police chief. The episode ends with a final warning about Ebola in "FEMA Region 6" and a reminder of the upcoming Sunday broadcast.