Sinopsis
Unfilter is a weekly independent news show, media watchdog, meme spotter, and topic deep diver. Unplug from the distractions, and unfilter your life.
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301: The Corona Economy
11/04/2020 Duración: 53minFinally, some good news! And... Some bad news. I'll give you my take on why Trump is attacking the WHO, and the awful, no good, terrible plan to "fix" oil prices. Plus, my reaction to Sanders pulling out of the race, the leverage he might still have left. Links EARN IT Signal >> Blog >> 230, or not 230? That is the EARN IT question. Economy Fed Chair Powell says U.S. economy deteriorating with alarming speed Pot Use Reached All-Time High in March Amid Lockdown Measures Trump Forced by Oil War Into Unthinkable Push for Higher Prices New Residential Slashes Its Dividend as Margin Calls Force It to Liquidate Assets | The Motley Fool Mortgage bankers warn Fed purchases of mortgages unbalanced market, forcing margin calls Liquidity stress in the US mortgage market - Bond Vigilantes Feds loosen virus rules to let essential workers return Coronavirus: Who doesn't get a stimulus check? Millions of people left out COVID-19 Intelligence report warned of coronavirus crisis as e
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300: Coronavirus Conspiracies
07/04/2020 Duración: 01h25minThe crew is back together and we celebrate 300 episodes with some clips, some conspiracy bacon, and more. Join the Unfilter Discord Links: Washington schools ordered closed until fall | The Spokesman-Review White House Coronavirus Task Force - Wikipedia Alyssa Milano on Twitter: "I explained my silence on the allegations against Joe Biden in this clip." Italy starts to look ahead to 'phase two' as COVID-19 death toll slows - Reuters COVID-19: A Pretext for World Government and Totalitarianism – Another Day in the Empire Janet Yellen: GDP could decline by 30%, unemployment already at 12-13% Tiger at Bronx Zoo Tests Positive for Coronavirus – NBC New York Boris Johnson admitted to hospital with coronavirus | Politics | The Guardian Call for social media platforms to act on 5G mast conspiracy theory | Technology | The Guardian Kentucky coronavirus: Some residents are refusing to self-isolate to wear ankle monitors - CNN Cramer's week ahead: 'We could be on the verge of a depression&
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Episode 299: Coronavirus Impeachment Commission
04/04/2020 Duración: 01h45sThe Coronavirus battle lines are drawn. Even a pandemic has turned partisan—my analysis on the next political battle on the horizon. Plus, the latest developments COVID-19 and why the economy has likely not hit bottom yet. Join the Unfilter Discord Links: Election: Biden tells Sanders he's pushing ahead with VP, cabinet picks Schiff already calling for 9/11-style commission on coronavirus response; Nunes decries 'stunt' | Fox News With virus crisis raging, Pelosi and Schiff ramp up new Trump investigations Who Are The Impeachment Managers? Schiff Leads Diverse Group : NPR Adam Schiff proposes coronavirus commission with subpoena power The U.S. Should Set Up A 9/11 Commission Over Its Coronavirus Response, Says Representative Adam Schiff Schiff proposes coronavirus commission, with subpoena power, to probe pandemic response | Fox News The Antidote to Trump’s Orwellian Lies | Washington Monthly Impeachment Part Two? Congressional Dems Exploring A ‘9/11 Style Commission’ To Investigate Trump Ad
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Episode 298: Pandemic Projections
02/04/2020 Duración: 50minDid things just get worse? Why we should prepare for some bad news for the next few weeks. Plus my thoughts on why Trump might just be loving the low price of oil, and the long-term impact that will have. Join the Unfilter Discord Links: Trump Calls For $2T Infrastructure Package In Phase 4 Stimulus | Zero Hedge FDA Approves Anti-Malarial Drugs Chloroquine And Hydroxychloroquine For Emergency Coronavirus Treatment Reality Has Endorsed Bernie Sanders Did the Fed Just Accidentally Trigger a Housing Market Crash? $2 Trillion Coronavirus Stimulus Nullifies “How Will You Pay for It?” Question Support Unfilter
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Episode 297: Quarantine Quackery
31/03/2020 Duración: 01h08minTrump hints he's looking at a total quarantine of New York. What causes these seemingly random statements? I discuss the critical thing everyone misses about the way Trump works. Plus, the latest efforts on a Coronavirus treatment, and the lasting impacts on the economy. Also - the post-election battle already brewing, and the quickly changing dynamics of the participants. Join the Unfilter Discord Links: Joe A sexual assault allegation against Joe Biden has ignited a firestorm of controversy Biden campaign adamantly denies allegation of sexual assault | Fox News Coronavirus Woman Who Ingested Fish Tank Cleaner Was Prolific Donor to Democratic Causes Coronavirus outbreak may be over sooner than you think - Los Angeles Times Hospital Ship USNS Comfort Arrives In New York To Ease Coronavirus Pressure : Coronavirus Live Updates : NPR Elderly woman fatally smacked in Brooklyn for not social distancing Opinion: NPR's Evolving Coverage Of Live White House Coronavirus Briefings Coronavirus in t
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Episode 296: $2.2T Coronavirus Rescue
28/03/2020 Duración: 44minTrump signs a historic $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus bill into law. I'll explain why I think it's not a stimulus package at all. And how likely it is things will be back on track by April, the latest Coronavirus news, and more. Join the Unfilter Discord Links: Episode 985: Where Do We Get $2,000,000,000,000? : Planet Money : NPR Trump signs $2.2T stimulus after swift congressional votes Trump signs $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus bill Boeing to Emerge as Big Stimulus Winner - WSJ Factbox: 'Mr. No': Meet the U.S. congressman who requested a formal vote to delay the coronavirus bill - Reuters Trump signs $2.2tn coronavirus stimulus package into law | US news | The Guardian $2 trillion (Congress)+$4 trillion (Fed & Treasury)——————————— $6 trillion stimulus$6 trillion divided by 350 million citizens = $17,000 per citizentimes a family of 4=$68,000 per family of new national debt and dollar devaluation in this stimulus.not a good deal— Thomas Massie (@RepThomasMassie) March 26
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Episode 295: Pandemic Cash Pump
26/03/2020 Duración: 50minThe bailout battle is close to an end so let's dig into what's in this bill, and this business about a Digital Dollar that might have snuck in there. Plus, my take on the latest Coronavirus news and the election battle heating back up.Support UnfilterLinks:Senators threaten to delay coronavirus relief bill — Sen. Bernie Sanders later released a statement saying that unless the senators drop their "anti-worker objections," he is prepared to block the legislation in order to impose "strong conditions on the $500 billion corporate welfare fund."Trump's businesses barred from bailout money — "It’s not aimed just at Donald Trump, but at anyone in high office," Schumer told MSNBC's "Morning Joe."Jerome Powell: Fed Weighing Costs, Benefits and Trade-offs of Digital Currency — Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell answered questions posed by Rep. Bill Foster (D-Illinois) regarding the competitive threat to the U.S. dollar's status as a global reserve currency by China's ambitions to creat
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Episode 294: Worldwide Lockdown
24/03/2020 Duración: 35minThe police are set to enforce a UK lockdown, while in the US the full impact of the Coronavirus and the shutdown is starting to become clear. Plus history on oil production in the United States, and the series of events triggered by the dropping price of oil.Support UnfilterLinks:Britons placed under lockdown — Police to enforce UK lockdownGov. Inslee issues 'stay at home' proclamation for Washington state — Gov. Inslee has signed a statewide proclamation for all Washingtonians to stay at home for the next two weeks.U.K. Prime Minister orders nationwide lockdownBiden: Trump's 'failure of planning and preparation' worsened coronavirus crisis — Volume 90% Former Vice President Joe Biden on Monday accused President Trump of dithering in the early days of the coronavirus, saying that a “failure of planning and preparation”US coronavirus: Death toll grew by more than 100 on Monday as governors instituted even more rulesWHO Changes 'Social Distancing' to 'Physical Distancing'Fed barrage to help
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Episode 293: Coronavirus Cash In
22/03/2020 Duración: 42minSenators cash in on advanced warning of the Coronavirus, the key moments from the week's news, and further analysis of the impending recession. Plus a some details on the future of your Unfilter show!Support UnfilterLinks:How To Save The Economy Now : Planet MoneyFinancing efforts from Fed and Treasury could be $4 trillion — The Federal Reserve and Treasury are working on financing programs that could be worth $4 trillion, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said Sunday.Glenn Greenwald on Twitter — "Joe Biden's omnipresence, steely calm and inspiring leadership has shown the US what A Real President does in times of crises. Oh wait -- has anyone seen Joe?"Trump pushes back on Washington Post reportIntelligence Reports Warned Of Coronavirus Pandemic Long Before Trump Admin Took It SeriouslyTrump Shrugged Off Repeated Intelligence Warnings About Coronavirus Pandemic — “The system was blinking red,” an intelligence official told The Washington Post, but no one could get Trump to “do anything
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Episode 292: Millennials Will Save us from COVID-19
19/03/2020 Duración: 39minThe media is putting the word out, it all depends on our young staying healthy! The latest Coronavirus news, the impact on the economy and the early signs that Bernie is dropping out of the race.Support UnfilterLinks:Dow briefly wipes out gains under Trump's presidencyGas prices could hit 99 cents in some states due to coronavirus and suppliesCalifornia preparing for worst case scenariosOrange County Bans All Public, Private Gatherings – Including WorkTrump signs coronavirus relief package passed by CongressSanders vs. Bloomberg: "The Best Known Socialist In The Country Is A Millionaire Who Owns Three Houses"Coronavirus relief: Trump wants payments of $1,000 for adults, $500 for kidsCoronavirus: Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier says he has tested positiveBill Ackman calls on Trump to 'shut down' the U.S. for the next 30 days"Tens of thousands" of National Guard troops could be called up to help with coronavirusCoronavirus markets: Bank of America says the recession already here
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Episode 291: Corona Comeback
19/03/2020 Duración: 38minUnfilter comes out of retirement to cover the Coronavirus panic, and the bigger story not being covered.Support UnfilterLinks:2019 Novel Coronavirus Outbreak in Washington StateThe EARN-IT Act — Prepare for another attack on encryption in the U.S. The EARN-IT Act purports to be about protecting children from predation, but it's really about forcing the tech companies to break their encryption schemes.Hot Listen: Coronavirus, Oil, and Kansas
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Episode 290: Ending On a High Note
08/08/2018 Duración: 02h05minIn the last weekly episode of Unfilter, we look at the four major fronts facing Donald Trump, discuss the state of intellectualism, and share our thoughts on the week's news. Plus a packed Overtime, tons of your notes, and more! Bittorrent Sync: BKBBQVWHBMFARYFNY4IL7RIBFUQCD7IOL Support UnfilterLinks:Apple Kicked Alex Jones Off Its Platform, Then YouTube And Facebook Rushed To Do The SameFacebook, Apple, YouTube and Spotify ban Infowars' Alex Jones | Technology | The GuardianYouTube removes Alex Jones' page, following earlier bansPaul Manafort's Longtime Partner Rick Gates To Testify In Federal CourtYouTube, Apple and Facebook Ban Infowars, Which Decries 'Mega Purge'FCC admits it was never actually hackedLeaked white paper proposes Congressional regulation of social media - Columbia Journalism ReviewSenate Democrats Are Circulating Plans for Government Takeover of the Internet: Reason Roundup - Hit & Run : Reason.comIran CIVIL WAR brewing: Fury at ‘corrupt’ regime – ‘they make us poorer every day’
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Episode 289: Trump Tower Tales
30/07/2018 Duración: 01h42minDid Trump know about the Russian meeting with his son? His old fixer seems to think so. And the reaction from the Whitehouse has been manic. Plus a very important update about the show in the Patreon segment.Sponsored By:Patreon: You are the sponsor, help support the show at patreon.com/unfilterSupport UnfilterLinks:TSA is tracking regular travelers like terrorists in secret surveillance program - The Boston GlobeFISA documents reveal FBI collusion | Boston HeraldRudy Giuliani Stuns Fox News Hosts With Rambling Account Of Trump Tower Meetings | HuffPostHouse GOP intends to seek Comey interview after August recess | TheHillTony Podesta under investigation following special counsel referralTrump tells Jeff Sessions to put an end to Russia probe | Daily Mail OnlineManafort's trial resumes with testimony, Trump tweets - CNNPoliticsTrump Calls on Sessions to ‘Stop the Rigged Witch Hunt Right Now’ - The New York TimesMueller Passes 3 Cases Focused on Illicit Foreign Lobbying to Prosecutors in New York - The New Yo
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Episode 288: Trump Tape Troubles
26/07/2018 Duración: 01h59minMichael Cohen’s secret stash of tapes leaks to the media, and everyone is hearing something different. We’ll play the clips. Plus the FISA sauce is weak, and the GCHQ is getting away with it all!Sponsored By:Patreon: You are the sponsor, help support the show at patreon.com/unfilterSupport UnfilterLinks:Iran's Rouhani warns Trump about 'mother of all wars' | ReutersFederal Judge Delays Manafort Trial, Grants Immunity To 5 Witnesses : NPRCarter Page FISA Applications: FBI Used Steele Dossier | National Review — The FISA court was not told that the Clinton campaign was behind Steele’s work. Nor did the FBI and Justice Department inform the court that Steele’s allegations had never been verified. To the contrary, each FISA application — the original one in October 2016, and the three renewals at 90-day intervals — is labeled “VERIFIED APPLICATION”CNN obtains secret Trump-Cohen tape - CNNPoliticsTape appears to show Trump discussing payments involving ex-Playboy model - POLITICOUK spies broke law for 15 ye
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Episode 287: Bob’s Dozen Russians
18/07/2018 Duración: 01h52minThe world melts down after Trump meets with Putin, but we’ll focus on the substance of the meeting and the possibly positive developments… And of course a bit of the reaction! Plus highlights from Peter Strzok’s testimony, your everyday cyber attacks, and much more!Sponsored By:Patreon: You are the sponsor, help support the show at patreon.com/unfilterSupport UnfilterLinks:Text-Only NPR.org : Justice Department Charges Russian Cyberspies With Attack On 2016 ElectionSchumer calls on Trump to cancel Putin meeting following Russian indictments - CNN.comIndictment of 12 GRU Agents PDF12 Russians accused of hacking Democrats in 2016 US electionScarlett Johansson Exits ‘Rub and Tug’ After Trans Backlash – VarietyMueller Probe: Mueller Wins Indictment Of 12 Russian Spies For Hacking In 2016 - Bloomberg QuintHow Russian intelligence officers used Bitcoin to hack the DNC - AxiosFatal Novichok dose 'came from bottle' in victim's house - BBC NewsText-Only NPR.org : Trump Says He Sees The European Union As A 'Foe' Of U.
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Episode 286: Gangster Government
11/07/2018 Duración: 02h01minTrump’s gut punching at the NATO summit, North Korea is throwing around the “gangster” label, and Paul Manafort is really screwed while Cohen plays ball. The crew is back together for another roadshow edition.Sponsored By:Patreon: You are the sponsor, help support the show at patreon.com/unfilterSupport UnfilterLinks:Cyber War: An Inside Look At How Tech Giants Are Fighting HackersMSNBC Does Not Merely Permit Fabrications Against Democratic Party Critics. It Encourages and Rewards Them.Trump treats Putin like a 'confidant,' commiserates about how the 'fake news' and 'deep state' are against themText-Only NPR.org : Pentagon Questioned Over Blackout On War Zone Troop NumbersHacker Caught Selling Maintenance Manuals for Military DronesYouTube Debuts Plan to Promote and Fund 'Authoritative' NewsEx-Sailor Pardoned By Trump, Sues Obama And Comey For Not Prosecuting HillaryLisa Page Lying About Access To FBI Docs In Excuse To Bail On TestimonyMelania Trump body double conspiracy theory returns with plane imagesMuel
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Episode 285: Gowdy Gettin' Rowdy
05/07/2018 Duración: 01h38minPressure is building to wrap the Russia investigation, and we play the clips that demonstrate the US war machine is just starting to ramp up.Sponsored By:Patreon: You are the sponsor, help support the show at patreon.com/unfilterSupport UnfilterLinks:Trump slams NSA for deleting call records, calls it a ‘disgrace’NSA deleting more than 685 million call records - The Washington Post — “They said they have to purge three years’ worth of data going back to 2015, and that the data they did collect during that time — which they are now purging — was not reliable and was infected with some kind of technical error”Trump calls out NSA for deleting data: Here are the facts - CBS News — In a tweet on Tuesday morning, President Trump criticized the National Security Agency for deleting millions of "phone calls and text messages" and suggested the deletion was related to "the witch hunt"Text-Only NPR.org : Pentagon Questioned Over Blackout On War Zone Troop NumbersImran Awan: Congressional IT staffer reaches
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Episode 284: Team America, Space Police
28/06/2018 Duración: 02h16minThe show is back after a couple weeks hiatus and there is much to cover, from separating families to the North Korea summit. Plus the building Trade Wars, the recent IG report about the Russia and Clinton investigations, and the unbelievable news that broke just before the show.Sponsored By:Patreon: You are the sponsor, help support the show at patreon.com/unfilterSupport UnfilterLinks:White House, Kremlin agree on time and place for Trump-Putin summit - The Washington PostSenators Request Threat Assessment of Trump's Phone Use | Committee to Investigate RussiaTrump to DOJ: Don't let Debbie Wasserman Schultz, aide, 'off the hook' - CNNPoliticsSupreme Court deals major blow to public sector unions - CNNPoliticsDetails of Trump, Putin summit are set, will be announced ThursdayThe NSA’s Hidden Spy Hubs in Eight U.S. CitiesMaxine Waters: '92 L.A. Rebellion Was A 'Defining Moment' For Black Resistance | HuffPostMaxine Waters Praised Violent LA Race Riots As ‘Defining Moment’ For Resistance | The Daily CallerTrum
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Episode 283: Pardon Me, Mr. President
07/06/2018 Duración: 01h12minTrump kicks off a Pardon Party, and the reason seems obvious… We just both completely disagree with each other. We share our theories on the pardon parade, the storm approaching Fusion GPS, and much more!Sponsored By:Patreon: You are the sponsor, help support the show at patreon.com/unfilterSupport UnfilterLinks:Study: Apple News’s human editors prefer a few major newsrooms65 percent of Americans say it’s ‘morally acceptable’ to smoke potMcCabe Scrambles To Secure Immunity Before Senate TestimonyWith deal to close this week, Bayer to retire Monsanto nameFBI probe into Trump campaign-Russia collusion could end this week, House Intel Chair Nunes saysSigns of sophisticated cellphone spying found near White House, U.S. officials sayHigh-Ranking North Korean Official Is Traveling To New YorkWhite House Announces Tariffs, Trade Restrictions To Be Placed On China
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Episode 282: Kremlin Script Kiddies
31/05/2018 Duración: 01h08minWe try to get to the root of what Russia actually hacked, cover the whiplash from the North Korea news since last week, and serve up some cold cyber analysis.Sponsored By:Patreon: You are the sponsor, help support the show at patreon.com/unfilterSupport UnfilterLinks:President Donald Trump Cancels North Korea Summit - WSJWhat Letter? Trump Proceeds Like Summit With Kim Is Still On - Bloomberg150 More Photos: Inside Border Patrol's Detention Centers — The Memory Hole 2Text-Only NPR.org : Trump: 'I Wish I Did' Pick A Different Attorney General Than Sessions — Trump: 'I Wish I Did' Pick A Different Attorney General Than SessionsText-Only NPR.org : Russian Journalist Said To Be Killed Shows Up At News Conference Very Much Alive — Russian Journalist Said To Be Killed Shows Up At News Conference Very Much Alive'Murdered' Russian journalist Arkady Babchenko turns up alive — In a stunning development, Arkady Babchenko, 41, walked into a room of journalists in Kiev who had been expecting to get an up