Topic: Versailles

3 chapters across the catalog

Corn Sweat
Episode 1690 1:32:49 - 1:39:32

1690: Corn Sweat

Executive Producer Donations, Global Geopolitics Note

A long-form note from a high-level donor discusses the "Caligula-like" state of U.S. society and the impact of global conflicts on supply chains. The producer highlights the superiority of non-U.S. drone manufacturing and warns that political leaders are oblivious to the reality of modern warfare. The segment includes the "Rub-a-Lyzer" jingle for a significant cash donation.

Connectionism
Episode 1560 1:19:50 - 1:25:19

1560: Connectionism

Producer Donations, Powell Doctrine and Reparations

A significant donation from "Sir Anonymous of Dogpatch" prompts a discussion on the Powell Doctrine and the risks of endless military entanglements. The producer's note warns that imposing reparations on Russia could mirror the failures of the Treaty of Versailles, potentially leading to future radicalization. The segment also touches on the International Criminal Court and the history of U.S. political figures traveling abroad.

Climate Justice Cancelled
Episode 776 1:56:21 - 1:59:40

776: Climate Justice Cancelled

Chemical Attack Fears, Atropine and Sarin Gas

French authorities express concern over potential chemical attacks, leading hospitals near Versailles to stock military-grade atropine as a nerve gas antidote. The report references the 2013 sarin gas attack in Damascus, which the State Department attributed to the Assad regime. The hosts dispute the official narrative of the 2013 attack, citing academic investigations that suggested rebel involvement.