Topic: Dnc

20 chapters across the catalog

100: Hard R
34:11 - 41:27

100: Hard R

Pronouns, Fluid Language, and Political Calculus

The hosts critique the rapid shifts in acceptable terminology, such as the transition from "birthing person" back to "woman" during election cycles. They question why certain events, like the police shooting of Sonya Massey in Illinois, do not receive the same national media elevation as previous incidents. They suggest that political groups only amplify tragedies when it "behooves" their specific strategic goals.

99: Devil in the Details
26:55 - 31:37

99: Devil in the Details

Kamala Harris and the Strategic Use of Racial Politics

The potential presidency of Kamala Harris is analyzed as a strategic move by the Democratic Party to utilize "racial showcasing." The argument is made that the military-industrial complex can achieve more under a brown female leader than under Donald Trump due to reduced public scrutiny. The upcoming DNC convention in Chicago is mentioned as a potential flashpoint for civil unrest tied to recent police shootings in Illinois.

95: IDK
3:44:25 - 3:48:29

95: IDK

Strategy 28, Enough Rope and the Chicago DNC

Strategy 28, "Give Your Rivals Enough Rope to Hang Themselves," is applied to the upcoming Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago. The hosts speculate that the "community organizing" of youth into radical cells in Chicago will create a "crap show" for the Democrats, potentially mirroring the chaos of the 1968 convention and discrediting the party.

91: Scott Free
47:00 - 51:07

91: Scott Free

Information Disorder: Disinformation, Misinformation, and Malinformation

The hosts review definitions of disinformation, misinformation, and malinformation as categorized by the organization First Draft. They use these definitions to analyze the Scott Adams controversy and the "It's okay to be white" meme. Adam Curry classifies Adams' actions as pure manipulation rather than falling strictly into one of the three information categories.

80: Barry's Back
2:55:18 - 3:01:04

80: Barry's Back

Disinformation, Misinformation, and Malinformation Definitions

A local news segment defines "Information Disorder" through three categories: Disinformation (intentionally false), Misinformation (unintentionally false), and Malinformation (genuine information shared to cause harm). The example given for malinformation is the leaking of DNC emails in 2016. The hosts critique this definition, noting that "malinformation" allows the government to ban the truth if it is deemed harmful to their interests.

78: Hiding in the Fuzz
1:14:27 - 1:17:08

78: Hiding in the Fuzz

CrowdStrike, Hunter Biden and Ukrainian Operatives

The discussion links Ukrainian interests to U.S. political figures, mentioning CrowdStrike's role in the DNC server investigation and the involvement of politicians like John McCain and Lindsay Graham in the region. They suggest that the "Biden crime family" and other elites have significant stakes in protecting their operatives in Ukraine. The hosts argue that the conflict is driven more by the preservation of reputations and money than by humanitarian concerns.

57: Capitol Heel
13:33 - 17:20

57: Capitol Heel

Capitol Security Failures, Media Narrative Construction

The hosts review audio clips of the Capitol breach, questioning the lack of security compared to the 2016 DNC Convention's steel walls. They discuss the psychological impact of hearing the events without video, noting how media outlets use "spells" and talking points to shape public perception. The segment questions whether the security failure was intentional or a result of poor planning.

54: Lemonhead Delight
28:23 - 31:11

54: Lemonhead Delight

Symone Sanders, 2016 DNC Leadership Comments

A 2016 clip features Symone Sanders stating that the Democratic Party does not need "white people leading" at that time. The hosts contrast her past focus on "brown folks and millennials" with her current "big tent" rhetoric as a Biden advisor. They argue that her primary interest is now maintaining the Biden power structure rather than a specific black agenda.

53: 2020 Vision
37:47 - 41:12

53: 2020 Vision

Democratic Party Neglect, Phasing Out the Black Vote

The hosts argue that the Democratic National Committee (DNC) intended to phase out the Black vote in favor of a "Brown vote" secured through promises of amnesty. They claim the Obama presidency made many Black voters callous toward the party after eight years of perceived inaction on their specific needs.

53: 2020 Vision
1:22:32 - 1:25:20

53: 2020 Vision

The Demise of the Obama Mirage, Post-Presidency Struggles

A discussion on the perceived decline of Barack Obama's influence, from his delayed book to his role as a "failed television producer." The hosts argue that the DNC-created icon has failed to deliver, leading to a "crash course" in political accountability for Black voters.

53: 2020 Vision
2:12:29 - 2:15:05

53: 2020 Vision

Stacey Abrams vs. Kamala Harris, DNC Hubris

The hosts argue that the DNC should have chosen Stacey Abrams as the vice presidential candidate for her "authentic" look and appeal, rather than the Obama-backed Kamala Harris. They attribute the choice to hubris and a failure to understand the ADOS (American Descendants of Slavery) conversation.

49: Brothas Be Voting
14:33 - 20:14

49: Brothas Be Voting

Democratic National Convention Messaging and Target Audiences

An analysis of the Democratic National Convention highlights themes of "light versus darkness" and the targeting of specific demographics like single mothers and Black voters. The hosts criticize the DNC for messaging inconsistencies, particularly Kamala Harris's focus on the Violence Against Women Act and Joe Biden's stance on assault weapon bans. They argue the Democrats face a "messaging problem" by trying to cater to too many disparate factions within their coalition.

49: Brothas Be Voting
2:39:55 - 2:48:35

49: Brothas Be Voting

Democrats and the Omission of "Under God"

Reports surface that several DNC caucuses, including the Muslim Affairs and LGBTQ caucuses, omitted the phrase "under God" from the Pledge of Allegiance. The hosts revisit a 2012 incident where the word "God" was removed from the Democratic platform before being reinstated after a controversial floor vote. They argue these omissions alienate faith-based ADOS voters and reveal a "progressive far-left" influence on the party.

49: Brothas Be Voting
2:48:36 - 2:57:35

49: Brothas Be Voting

Politicized Prayers and the Black Church

The DNC features prayers from pastors like Mark Moore Jr. and Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, which the hosts criticize for being overly political. Moore's prayer addresses the "God of Abraham, Isaac, and Breonna Taylor," while Haynes uses a rhythmic cadence to criticize Republican policies on healthcare and immigration. The hosts argue that the Democratic Party uses the "Black preacher" trope as a tool for voter mobilization rather than genuine faith.

45: 45 Savage
1:43:22 - 1:50:06

45: 45 Savage

Final Producer Credits, Minneapolis and West Coast Dubs

The hosts acknowledge final donations and address a listener's question about Keith Ellison and the DNC. They discuss the regional difference between the terms "dub" and "dove" for twenty-dollar donations, referencing West Coast hip-hop culture. The segment concludes with a thank you to all producers for making episode 45 possible.

38: You Ain't Binary
1:38:24 - 1:39:43

38: You Ain't Binary

Simone Sanders, DNC Diversity and 2016 vs 2020

In 2016, Simone Sanders argued that white people should not be leading the Democratic Party and called for "brown folk" in leadership. Her current role in the Biden campaign is contrasted with these past statements, as the campaign's senior staff remains only 14% African American.

33: Sandbagged
50:47 - 52:50

33: Sandbagged

ActBlue Funding and Political Front Groups

An investigation into the funding of activist groups like Color of Change reveals they are projects of ActBlue, effectively making them arms of the Democratic National Committee. The hosts discuss how donations intended for social causes are often funneled back into party politics. They use reparations as a "litmus test" to determine if a group or politician is truly advocating for Black interests or just serving the party.

18: Shero to Zero
18:06 - 23:17

18: Shero to Zero

Symone Sanders, DNC Leadership and Black Political Class

Symone Sanders, a strategist for Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden, is featured discussing the need for non-white leadership in the Democratic Party. The hosts critique the "black female political class" for overestimating their ability to deliver the black vote to the DNC without offering tangible policy gains.

07: Mo Money Mo Problems
35:45 - 40:51

07: Mo Money Mo Problems

Darren Seals Murder, Seth Rich Comparison

Ferguson activist Darren Seals was found dead in a burning car with a gunshot wound in 2016, a case that remains largely out of the national spotlight. The lack of follow-up investigation is compared to the death of DNC staffer Seth Rich, suggesting that certain deaths are ignored when they do not fit a useful political narrative.

01: Black Bots
1:07:50 - 1:15:21

01: Black Bots

Gender Wars, DNC Strategy to Target Black Women

The Democratic National Committee is observed shifting its strategy to focus specifically on Black women as the "backbone" of the party to compensate for the loss of Black male voters. This is viewed as a modern iteration of the "man in the house" rule, designed to divide the community along gender lines for political gain. The episode concludes with a plan to further discuss the influence of elites and George Soros in future segments.