The Epstein Story Is Not About Celebrities and Shiny Objects
Aug 30, 2019
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An examination of why we should be outraged that justice is not being served in the Epstein case.
Trump Even Screws Up Conspiracy Theories
Aug 22, 2019
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Questioning accepted narratives is a healthy feature of an open society. But today's conspiracists come without any evidence or sources — only a motive.
America's Long History of Hating Immigrants
Aug 15, 2019
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A look at how things like the Chinese Exclusion Act, eugenics, and white America's desire for racial purity have historically been far worse than what we are seeing today — at least so far.
Everything You Know About Charles Manson Is Wrong!
Aug 09, 2019
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The stunning results of a 20-year investigation into Charles Manson, the CIA, corrupt prosecutors, and the secret history of the Sixties.
Cyber Armies Are on the March
Aug 02, 2019
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The current reality may be far more dangerous than past nuclear threats: Richard Clarke, the first White House official placed in charge of US cybersecurity policy, looks at the dangers of cyber warfare today.
Presidential Candidate Joe Sestak Slams Trump's Iran Policy
Jul 30, 2019
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Former Pennsylvania Rep. Joe Sestak has jumped into the Democratic presidential primaries and is making a strong case against war with Iran.
Paul Krassner: The Life of an Investigative Satirist
Jul 26, 2019
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Upon the death of Paul Krassner this week, we are sharing part of a conversation WhoWhatWhy podcaster Jeff Schechtman had with him back in 2009.
The Supreme Court's Recent Decisions Cement Minority Rule
Jul 22, 2019
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Gerrymandering expert David Daley explains the connection between partisan redistricting and Trump administration efforts to add a citizenship question to the 2020 census.
The Sexual Exploitation of Children: A Big Business
Jul 19, 2019
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The leader of an LA based nonprofit talks about the trafficking of children -- a growing scourge.
Truth Decay Part 2: News in a Digital Age
Jul 12, 2019
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A conversation with the author of RAND's new follow-up report on the diminishing role of facts and data in the news.