Topic: White House Emails

8 chapters across the catalog

Scam Celebrities
Episode 627 3:01:33 - 3:05:38

627: Scam Celebrities

IRS Email Scandal, Lois Lerner Computer Crash

The IRS claims that a computer crash resulted in the loss of an untold number of emails from Lois Lerner, a key figure in the tea party targeting scandal. White House spokesperson Josh Earnest dismissed concerns, asking reporters if they had "never heard of a computer crashing before." Critics argue that no professional IT operation would fail to have backups or would "recycle" hard drives containing subpoenaed data.

Tech Surge
Episode 559 24:58 - 26:42

559: Tech Surge

Nancy-Ann DeParle and Outdated White House Correspondence

The Obama administration is criticized for sending out official emails regarding the Affordable Care Act under the name of Nancy-Ann DeParle. DeParle reportedly left her White House position in January to join a private equity firm, Consonance Capital. The use of her name in current correspondence is cited as evidence of administrative disorganization.

Swivel-Chair Speed
Episode 535 1:02:48 - 1:06:12

535: Swivel-Chair Speed

White House Email Marketing, The Basic Bargain Meme

The White House is accused of using public resources to collect email addresses for a direct marketing operation that will eventually benefit the Obama political organization. The president's new rhetorical focus on "The Basic Bargain" is criticized as a downgrade from the "American Dream." A plan to file a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for the metadata of these email lists is proposed.

Obama's Lobsters
Episode 124 50:34 - 53:43

124: Obama's Lobsters

White House Email Lists and CAN-SPAM Act

The hosts discuss receiving unsolicited emails from the White House and David Axelrod, questioning if the government is in violation of the CAN-SPAM Act. They note that the White House uses a private company for mass mailings. The segment also touches on the political pressure for the Obama administration to pass the health care bill despite having a significant majority.

The Vivek Kundra "Hollow" Deck
Episode 121 51:36 - 54:28

121: The Vivek Kundra "Hollow" Deck

David Axelrod Viral Email, White House Reality Check Website

Senior Advisor David Axelrod issued a mass email to combat "lies and distortions" regarding health insurance reform. The White House launched a "Reality Check" website featuring videos by Nancy-Ann DeParle to debunk viral claims. The hosts characterize this effort as a "Ministry of Truth" style campaign designed to control the narrative surrounding the healthcare bill.

No Anthrax For You!
Episode 117 17:21 - 18:12

117: No Anthrax For You!

White House Presidential Correspondence Email System

A listener known as ByteLaw received a personalized email from the White House regarding Second Amendment rights. The correspondence originated from a specific "WHPC" (White House Presidential Correspondent) address, suggesting a method for citizens to receive more than a standard automated reply from the executive branch.

Enter Colorado
Episode 74 21:12 - 23:46

74: Enter Colorado

White House Email Case, Recovery.gov Transparency Issues

The Obama administration is reportedly attempting to block an investigation into millions of missing White House emails from the previous administration. Additionally, the new Recovery.gov website is criticized for a lack of immediate reporting data, with federal agencies not required to post performance plans until May 2009.

The Sarah Palin Show
Episode 50 45:30 - 47:56

50: The Sarah Palin Show

Political Cycles and the 48-Year Theory

A theory is proposed that the election may be rigged for the Democrats to win during a specific point in a 48-year cycle, which would ultimately lead to the destruction of the party. This is linked to claims by radio host Michael Savage that McCain wants to lose. The segment also mentions the White House claiming technical issues with email servers to avoid public feedback on the bailout bill.