Topic: Washington Post

15 chapters across the catalog

100: Hard R
• 40:57 - 47:27

100: Hard R

Washington Post Narrative on the N-Word History

A Washington Post audio segment traces the history of the N-word from its Latin roots to its use by British Redcoats to taunt the Revolutionary Army. The hosts discuss the unique identity of African Descendants of Slavery (ADOS) as the "purest Americans" because their history is entirely contained within the United States. They express frustration over the lack of historical understanding regarding the contributions and status of black Americans.

92: White Lies
• 1:34:40 - 1:41:32

92: White Lies

Nord Stream Pipeline, Elon Musk and Josh Hawley

The hosts critique Tucker Carlson's first Twitter episode, specifically his claim that Ukraine blew up the Nord Stream pipeline based on Washington Post reporting. They discuss Elon Musk’s rebranding of Twitter to X.com and his potential role in rolling out a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). Mo Facts expresses support for Senator Josh Hawley as a potential "orange" candidate for 2028.

88: Business Decision
• 4:17 - 13:27

88: Business Decision

Jerry Jones 1957 Integration Photo and Jeff Bezos NFL Ambitions

A 1957 photograph published by the Washington Post depicts a 14-year-old Jerry Jones among a crowd of white students obstructing black students during the integration of North Little Rock High School. The discussion posits that the timing of this report, released around Thanksgiving, constitutes a strategic media attack linked to Jeff Bezos' interest in purchasing an NFL franchise. Speculation suggests that Bezos or other parties may be leveraging racial controversy to pressure Jones or current Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder out of the league.

83: Sources and Methods
• 8:50 - 12:56

83: Sources and Methods

Andrew Gillum's Rise and Obama's Endorsement

Archival campaign audio illustrates Andrew Gillum's 2018 platform, which focused on environmental issues and economic struggles of working-class Floridians. Gillum received significant support from high-profile figures including Bernie Sanders and Barack Obama, positioning him as a potential successor to the Obama political legacy. The media at the time heavily promoted his candidacy as a historic opportunity for Florida.

79: Pizza Party
• 19:43 - 25:15

79: Pizza Party

Black Women Voters and the Democratic Party Leverage

A 2020 demand from Black women leaders published in the Washington Post emphasized that Joe Biden's path to victory relied on their mobilization. The hosts discuss the leverage used to secure a Black woman Vice President and Supreme Court Justice, while debating whether such "tokenism" benefits the broader Black community or only a specific elite class. They also mention James Clyburn's preferred candidate, J. Michelle Childs, who was passed over for Jackson.

73: Justice 4 Juicy
• 44:37 - 50:12

73: Justice 4 Juicy

Kamala Harris Marijuana Controversy and Music Timeline

Kamala Harris faced ridicule after claiming on The Breakfast Club that she listened to Snoop Dogg and Tupac while smoking marijuana in college. Fact-checkers noted she graduated years before either artist released an album. The Washington Post attempted to defend Harris by suggesting she was answering two different questions simultaneously.

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.

48: Shootist
• 3:11:15 - 3:15:32

48: Shootist

Black Women's Political Leverage and the "Big Ask"

A 2020 Washington Post clip features black women activists telling Joe Biden he "owes" them a black female vice president. Mo Fax argues that these "Black Inc" women used the death of George Floyd as leverage for their own political advancement. He suggests that black women are becoming a separate power base from black men, operating within a matriarchal structure that emulates elite white hierarchies.

42: GBG
• 1:47:04 - 1:51:56

42: GBG

NRA Silence and the Business of Lobbying

The NRA's failure to follow up on the Philando Castile investigation is attributed to a business calculation to avoid upsetting its law enforcement membership base. The hosts argue the NRA primarily represents gun manufacturers and lobbyists rather than the rights of all individual gun owners.

38: You Ain't Binary
• 1:39:58 - 1:43:37

38: You Ain't Binary

Mail-in Ballots, COVID-19 and Voter Disenfranchisement

Joy Reid and other pundits are framing the 2020 election around the dangers of in-person voting due to COVID-19. They argue that black voters face the greatest mortality risk and must be allowed to vote by mail. The hosts suggest this is a coordinated effort to use the pandemic to push for universal mail-in balloting while painting Trump as a threat to black lives.

38: You Ain't Binary
• 1:43:38 - 1:47:55

38: You Ain't Binary

Washington Post, Black Women Activists Video

The Washington Post produced a video featuring prominent black women activists, including Alicia Garza and Sunny Hostin, demanding a black female vice president and Supreme Court justice. The video warns Biden that he "owes" black women for saving the Democratic Party. The hosts criticize this as "pick me" behavior, noting that Biden largely ignored the demands.

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.

25: The Kobe Beef
• 16:37 - 24:09

25: The Kobe Beef

Felicia Sonmez Suspension and Washington Post Backlash

The Washington Post suspended political reporter Felicia Sonmez after she tweeted a link to a 2016 article regarding Kobe Bryant's 2003 rape case hours after his death. Sonmez received death threats and was doxxed, leading the Post to place her on administrative leave for what editors called a "lack of judgment." The newspaper later reinstated her following a protest from the Newsroom Union, which argued her tweets did not violate social media policy.

18: Shero to Zero
• 1:24:14 - 1:26:59

18: Shero to Zero

Washington Post on the Lack of Diversity in Debates

Chelsea Janes of the Washington Post discusses the upcoming Democratic debate, which featured an all-white lineup following Harris's exit. The segment explains that DNC debate requirements are based on polling and fundraising, effectively cutting out candidates who lack corporate or grassroots financial backing.

08: Hell Up in Harlem
• 44:19 - 47:18

08: Hell Up in Harlem

J. Edgar Hoover Racial Identity and Sexuality Rumors

A Washington Post article by Barbara A. Reynolds is cited regarding long-standing rumors that FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover was a Black man "passing for white." The segment explores the irony of Hoover—allegedly a closeted gay man of African descent—using the FBI to harass civil rights leaders and investigate the sexuality of others to maintain his own power.