Topic: Cnn

46 chapters across the catalog

99: Devil in the Details
• 2:33:49 - 2:37:20

99: Devil in the Details

Shaheed Bolson, Gaza and Western Brutality

Shaheed Bolson, a Western convert to Islam, criticizes modern Westerners for watching "genocide in Gaza" on television while eating pizza, comparing them to past generations who held picnics at lynchings. He argues that Western civilization is toxic and gaslit, with a moral compass that has been robbed by degeneracy and hypocrisy.

98: Mixed Up
• 48:41 - 53:26

98: Mixed Up

One-Drop Rule, Don Lemon and Global Racial Demographics

The "one-drop rule," or the rule of hypo-descent, is defined as a tool used to protect whiteness by classifying anyone with 1/32nd of African blood as black. The hosts discuss Don Lemon's departure from CNN, suggesting he touched a "third rail" by discussing ADOS issues. They also touch on global demographics, noting that white people are a global minority and that current racial tensions are being "ramped up" to prevent cross-racial alliances.

96: Out of Luck
• 38:40 - 45:33

96: Out of Luck

Emily Kohrs, Georgia Grand Jury, Media Tour Controversy

Emily Kohrs, the foreperson of the Fulton County special grand jury, drew criticism for a media tour where she hinted at multiple indictments against Donald Trump and his associates. The hosts review reactions from "The View" and discuss how her public excitement potentially compromised the integrity of the investigation.

94: Helping Our People
• 1:36:07 - 1:44:34

94: Helping Our People

The Weaponization of Stupidity in Modern Media

The hosts lament the "degrading intellectual content" of modern hip-hop and cable news, comparing it to the film *Idiocracy*. They suggest that the shift from "dropping jewels" of information to low-brow content is a deliberate weaponization of stupidity. A parallel is drawn between the 1960s drug culture (LSD/Woodstock) and modern trends (Ketamine/DMT) as tools to "dumb down" youth who are becoming too smart or radical.

92: White Lies
• 9:30 - 11:40

92: White Lies

Media Polling Tactics and the Trump-DeSantis Rivalry

The narrative surrounding the 2024 Republican primary is analyzed as a media-driven effort to split the party. While polls show Donald Trump leading Ron DeSantis, the hosts suggest these figures are manipulated by networks like CNN and Fox News to influence voter behavior. A question is posed regarding which candidate's base would be more likely to abstain from voting if their preferred choice loses the nomination.

86: Pox Luck
• 1:12:00 - 1:18:20

86: Pox Luck

Ghazi and the Black Hammer Party's Pro-Russia Rally

Ghazi, the leader of the Black Hammer Party, appeared in front of the CNN building in Atlanta holding a large Russian flag to celebrate "Victory Day." He expressed unity with Russia against the United States, labeling Ukraine a "Nazi racist country" created by the U.S. The hosts analyze the confusing ideological mix of anti-vaccine, anti-Biden, and pro-Russian sentiments expressed by the group.

85: Overman
• 1:21:05 - 1:25:25

85: Overman

Personal Presentation and the "Clean" Obama Comment

A host reflects on how his social treatment changed when he stopped wearing corporate attire, noting that society has an inherent "looking down" mentality. They recall Joe Biden's 2007 description of Barack Obama as the first "clean" and "well-spoken" African-American candidate, which they interpret as a backhanded compliment highlighting Obama's "difference" from elite expectations of Black men.

83: Sources and Methods
• 2:44:26 - 2:48:14

83: Sources and Methods

Racial Framing of Political Losses and the Vaccine Pivot

Sharon Letterman Hicks describes how Black Americans were blamed by the media for the loss of gay marriage rights in California despite being a small percentage of the population. This framing is compared to how the Black community was targeted with specific messaging during the COVID-19 vaccine rollout. The segment suggests that political agendas are often thrusted upon the community through guilt and historical manipulation.

80: Barry's Back
• 48:00 - 53:03

80: Barry's Back

Black America and Self-Invented Media Infrastructure

A historical parallel is drawn between digital platforms and previous forms of black communication, such as hip-hop being "Black CNN" and the use of party lines and cassette tapes. These self-invented means of communication allowed underrepresented groups to build influence using existing infrastructure before being recognized by mainstream media.

80: Barry's Back
• 2:21:48 - 2:30:23

80: Barry's Back

Alejandro Mayorkas and CNN Adversarial Tone

DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas is interviewed by CNN's Dana Bash regarding the operational authority of the new disinformation board. The hosts note a slightly more adversarial tone from CNN, speculating that new ownership under John Malone may be shifting the network away from its previous "woke" business model.

73: Justice 4 Juicy
• 35:47 - 40:32

73: Justice 4 Juicy

Don Lemon and April Ryan Debate Harris's Heritage

CNN's Don Lemon and commentator April Ryan engaged in a heated debate regarding whether Kamala Harris can be classified as "African American." Lemon argued there is a distinction between being black and being a descendant of American slavery. The hosts suggest Lemon was later forced to "kowtow" to the network's preferred narrative after expressing this authentic view.

73: Justice 4 Juicy
• 55:27 - 59:01

73: Justice 4 Juicy

Kamala Harris Best Rapper Alive Gaffe

In a CNN interview, Kamala Harris named Tupac Shakur as the "best rapper alive," despite him having been deceased for over 20 years. The hosts characterize this as a "yips" moment, suggesting she relies on rehearsed talking points about black culture that frequently result in unforced errors and secondhand embarrassment.

71: Seven Shots
• 0:04 - 9:12

71: Seven Shots

Kyle Rittenhouse Trial and Media Psychological Operations

Adam Curry and Mo Facts introduce the Kyle Rittenhouse trial, framing it as a media psychological operation designed to incite fear and division. They discuss the abundance of opinions surrounding the case and the starkly different coverage provided by networks like CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News depending on whether the prosecution or defense was presenting. The hosts argue that the trial highlights a justice system where outcomes are heavily influenced by the financial resources available for a legal defense.

69: Infektion
• 2:00:07 - 2:04:25

69: Infektion

Hip-Hop and AIDS, TLC Waterfalls

The hosts discuss how the theory of man-made AIDS was disseminated through hip-hop culture and the Black church. They cite TLC's "Waterfalls" and Old Dirty Bastard's "Shimmy Shimmy Ya" as examples of the crisis being ingrained in popular music and community discourse.

68: Lizard Lounge
• 1:30:57 - 1:36:26

68: Lizard Lounge

The Racial Reckoning and The Washington Post Critique

Kimberly Crenshaw describes the current era as a "racial reckoning" following the death of George Floyd. However, the hosts point out that even liberal outlets like The Washington Post and CNN have published pieces arguing that no such reckoning has actually occurred or that the term should not be used. They conclude that Crenshaw is increasingly out of touch with the more radical elements of the movement.

67: Q-Hopium
• 3:25:58 - 3:31:35

67: Q-Hopium

Jade Sacker and the CNN Photojournalist Connection

The hosts examine the role of Jade Sacker, a photojournalist who was with John Sullivan inside the Capitol. Despite being presented as an independent filmmaker, she has ties to CNN. The hosts suggest she may have acted as a "honeypot" to gain access and footage, leaving Sullivan to face legal consequences while she remained uncharged. They announce that more detailed footage of their interaction will be shown on "The Lost Tapes."

66: Black Butterfly
• 35:11 - 45:57

66: Black Butterfly

Stephen A. Smith Challenges LeBron James on Social Responsibility

Stephen A. Smith appears on CNN with Don Lemon to criticize LeBron James for his silence on his vaccination status. Smith argues that because James has positioned himself as a leader on racial injustice and community health, he has a moral obligation to speak out on the pandemic. The segment highlights the "pressure tactics" used by media figures to force public figures into endorsing the vaccine rollout.

65: Disco Biscuits
• 55:33 - 1:04:03

65: Disco Biscuits

Media Narratives and the Quaaludes Deposition

Legal analyst Elie Honig and anchor Alisyn Camerota discuss the 2005 deposition where Bill Cosby admitted to obtaining Quaaludes. The hosts deconstruct the media's framing of this admission, arguing that the press "sandwiched" facts to make it appear Cosby confessed to drugging women without their knowledge. They clarify that Cosby's actual testimony described Quaaludes as a party drug used similarly to alcohol, rather than a "knockout" drug as portrayed in the news.

62: Pink Elephant
• 2:29:22 - 2:32:53

62: Pink Elephant

Creflo Dollar and the "Jesus Jet" Comparison

Mo compares BLM leadership to prosperity gospel televangelists like Creflo Dollar, who asked his congregation for $60 million to buy a Gulfstream G650 "Jesus Jet." He notes the media's willingness to mock black televangelists while ignoring similar financial exploitation within political movements. The segment highlights the "blind faith" of followers who support lavish lifestyles for their leaders.

62: Pink Elephant
• 2:53:50 - 2:56:45

62: Pink Elephant

YouTube Drug Tutorials and Desensitization

Adam Curry notes that while YouTube censors medical misinformation, it hosts tutorials on how to inject drugs, including videos from CNN and health authorities. The hosts argue that the constant media imagery of needles—both in the context of the drug crisis and the COVID-19 vaccine rollout—is desensitizing the public to intravenous drug use.