Topic: New York Times

21 chapters across the catalog

92: White Lies
• 1:29:45 - 1:34:40

92: White Lies

Tucker Carlson, Racially Charged Texts and Fox News Firing

The firing of Tucker Carlson from Fox News is discussed in the context of a leaked text message regarding a video of a fight between Trump supporters and an "Antifa kid." The hosts analyze Carlson's comments on "how white men fight" and his subsequent "radicalization" against the establishment. They suggest Carlson was fired because he became an elite who refused to follow the system's script.

87: Ye & They
• 1:46:55 - 1:51:50

87: Ye & They

Media as a Public Trust and TikTok's Role

The New York Times is described by a panelist as a "public trust" managed by a Jewish family rather than a purely profit-driven business. The hosts discuss Kanye West's interest in Parlor and his preference for Instagram's visual format. They also note that TikTok has not banned West, speculating that the Chinese-owned platform may see a benefit in allowing his controversial presence to remain.

72: Duke Power
• 2:30:09 - 2:34:59

72: Duke Power

Academic Coup and the Group of 88 Faculty

Professor Casey Johnson discusses the "Group of 88" Duke faculty members who signed a full-page ad condemning the lacrosse players before any charges were filed. The hosts characterize this as an "inside coup" where professors exploited their own students to advance a campus agenda focused on race, class, and gender. The New York Times is criticized for its relentless, one-sided coverage that set the national media tone.

72: Duke Power
• 2:49:42 - 2:58:03

72: Duke Power

Shared Goals of the Woke Academic-Media Complex

The hosts discuss how the Duke case demonstrated a "shared goal" between liberal faculty, ambitious prosecutors, and the New York Times. This coordination is described not as a formal conspiracy, but as a mutually beneficial alignment of interests to push a specific ideological vision. The segment notes that the "woke" graduates of 2006 are now the mid-career professionals running modern media and corporate institutions.

67: Q-Hopium
• 9:15 - 10:42

67: Q-Hopium

September 18th Capitol Protest and Rights Erosion

The hosts analyze recent reporting from the New York Times regarding the presence of federal informants in the crowds during the January 6th Capitol riot. They discuss a follow-up protest on September 18th and express concern that the "terrorist" label is being used loosely to strip citizens of their constitutional rights. The conversation emphasizes how these labels allow the government to circumvent standard legal protections.

67: Q-Hopium
• 1:02:32 - 1:05:21

67: Q-Hopium

Colin Powell and the Legacy of New York Times Lies

The hosts reflect on the disinformation that led to the Iraq War, specifically citing Colin Powell's presentation of anthrax vials at the UN and the New York Times' reporting on aluminum tubes. They argue that these "mucked up" wins by the government have shaped a generation that is now deeply skeptical of official narratives. The discussion emphasizes that the general population now demands "clean" wins and transparency.

56: Fishing Polls
• 1:50:39 - 1:54:18

56: Fishing Polls

Diddy on Black Excellence and Victimization

During a New York Times "TimesTalk," Diddy discusses "Black Excellence" and the "magic" of the Black community. He quickly pivots to a narrative of victimization, claiming that Black people wake up every day in fear of "f***ed up shit" happening to them. The hosts note the "nervous laughter" from the liberal audience when Diddy mentions racial excellence.

54: Lemonhead Delight
• 31:12 - 35:59

54: Lemonhead Delight

Georgia Voter Turnout and the Missing Data

The hosts analyze a New York Times report showing that the black share of the electorate fell in Georgia despite a 30% increase in registration. They question Symone Sanders's inability to provide specific data on which demographic groups secured Biden's victory. The segment highlights the anomaly of Trump increasing his share of black male and female voters while Biden still claimed the state.

52: Build Black Better
• 3:05:01 - 3:13:46

52: Build Black Better

Megan Thee Stallion Shooting and New York Times Op-Ed

Megan Thee Stallion pens an op-ed for the New York Times regarding violence against Black women following a shooting incident involving Canadian rapper Tory Lanez. The hosts discuss the "conspiratorial" nature of the incident and how it has been used to fuel a narrative that Black men are inherently harmful to Black women. They note the inclusion of trans-mortality statistics in the media coverage of the event.

46: Kamala Kanye King
• 20:25 - 25:59

46: Kamala Kanye King

Kanye West Meeting with Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump

Kanye West met with White House advisors Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump in Colorado to discuss a book on empowering Black Americans. While the media portrays West as a "babbling lunatic" due to his bipolar disorder, the hosts suggest he is targeting socially conservative, older Black Christian voters. They argue that West's message is being intentionally marginalized by mainstream outlets to prevent his ideas from reaching a wider audience.

37: A Shell Game
• 0:02 - 1:31

37: A Shell Game

Saturday Cycle Return and 1619 Project Introduction

The hosts return to their Saturday recording cycle for episode 37, noting the short five-day gap since the previous release. They briefly discuss the weather in Texas before introducing the main subject of the day, the New York Times 1619 Project. One host explains his preference for letting major media narratives play out for a year before analyzing them to see the full story.

37: A Shell Game
• 41:28 - 43:33

37: A Shell Game

Political Suppression of Reparations in Media

The hosts speculate that the New York Times editorial board or the Democratic Party suppressed the topic of reparations within the 1619 Project to avoid political fallout. They reference a previous clip of Senator Cory Booker stating that reparations were a concept "we couldn't even talk about" until recently. Activist Yvette Carnell and the ADOS movement are noted for calling out Nicole Hannah-Jones for "stealing their thunder" while omitting their primary policy goal.

36: Lego My Joeco
• 36:37 - 40:53

36: Lego My Joeco

Stacey Abrams Defending Joe Biden Against Allegations

Stacey Abrams is criticized for her defense of Joe Biden against sexual assault allegations, specifically those made by Tara Reade. The hosts point out the hypocrisy in the shift from "believe all women" to "believe the investigation," noting that Abrams misrepresented a New York Times report to clear Biden. They argue this political maneuvering erases the moral high ground the Democrats attempted to hold against Donald Trump.

36: Lego My Joeco
• 40:53 - 45:04

36: Lego My Joeco

Jimmy Dore and the Deconstruction of Media Echo Chambers

The hosts discuss Jimmy Dore's deconstruction of mainstream media narratives, noting that the public is becoming more resistant to "echo chamber" reporting. They argue that the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this trend as people grew tired of conflicting expert opinions and models. The segment emphasizes that social media and independent clips allow voters to identify political hypocrisy more easily than in previous decades.

29: The Rona
• 1:19:08 - 1:26:20

29: The Rona

Biological Warfare, Radioactive Milk, and Flint Water

Mo presents historical reasons for Black skepticism toward government health initiatives, citing a New York Times report on radioactive milk being shipped to inner cities after Chernobyl. They discuss the high rates of diabetes in Harlem compared to Africa as evidence of environmental targeting. Mike Adams of Natural News is featured discussing the deliberate poisoning of water supplies in Flint, Michigan, and Washington, D.C.

26: Butter Biscuits
• 30:07 - 37:13

26: Butter Biscuits

Joe Scarborough Rant Against Media Silence on Gail King

Joe Scarborough delivered a passionate rant on Morning Joe criticizing the New York Times and Washington Post for failing to defend Gail King against death threats. He compared the situation to Donald Trump's attacks on the press, accusing the media of a "conspiracy of silence." The hosts interpret this as a formal attempt by corporate media to cancel Snoop Dogg.

15: N.B.A.
• 2:06 - 4:12

15: N.B.A.

New York Times Identity Debate and COINTELPRO Allegations

A New York Times article by Farah Stockman titled "We're Self-Interested: The Growing Identity Debate in Black America" is introduced as a potential tool for dissension. The discussion suggests the article's framing of the American Descendants of Slavery (ADOS) movement mirrors COINTELPRO tactics designed to cause internal group conflict.

15: N.B.A.
• 31:18 - 33:28

15: N.B.A.

Farah Stockman Background and NGO Connections

The background of New York Times reporter Farah Stockman is examined, noting her time teaching in Kenya and her work with non-governmental organizations. The hosts suggest her personal history may influence her perspective on the tensions between native black Americans and African immigrants.