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John Johnston (JJ) breaks down the news that Universal may be getting cold feet about releasing the new Elon Musk documentary by Oscar-winning filmmaker Alex Gibney. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Comcast-owned studio is being slow to commit to rolling it out internationally. Is political pressure being applied by Elon Musk and the Trump administration behind the scenes?elon musk, alex gibney, musk documentary, universal pictures, universal musk doc, elon musk documentary, the hollywood reporter, comcast, trump administration, elon musk trump, john johnston, jj, the johnston lounge, entertainment news, film distribution, movie news, political censorship, tech news
John Johnston (JJ) breaks down the news that Universal may be getting cold feet about releasing the new Elon Musk documentary by Oscar-winning filmmaker Alex Gibney. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the Comcast-owned studio is being slow to commit to rolling it out internationally. Is political pressure being applied by Elon Musk and the Trump administration behind the scenes?elon musk, alex gibney, musk documentary, universal pictures, universal musk doc, elon musk documentary, the hollywood reporter, comcast, trump administration, elon musk trump, john johnston, jj, the johnston lounge, entertainment news, film distribution, movie news, political censorship, tech news
A.M. Edition for Sept. 15. The global bond selloff is gaining steam, with a jump in oil prices pushing the 10-year Treasury yield back above 5%. BNP Paribas' Chi Lo explains how fears of runaway inflation and a range of other factors have dialed up the pressure on the Federal Reserve ahead of tomorrow's interest-rate decision. Plus, the Supreme Court blocks President Trump's plan to restrict mail ballots. And, WSJ entertainment reporter Ben Fritz looks at Hollywood's latest obsession with the tech bros of Silicon Valley. Luke Vargas hosts. Correction: Nathan Fielder is the creator of the HBO television series The Rehearsal. An earlier version of this podcast incorrectly said he was the creator of The Audition. (Corrected on September 15) Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Salman Rushdie and Rachel Eliza Griffiths join me to talk about Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie, the new documentary directed by Academy Award–winning filmmaker Alex Gibney. Inspired by Rushdie's 2024 memoir Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder, the film revisits the August 2022 attack that nearly killed him and follows his physical and emotional recovery. At its center is intimate, never-before-seen footage shot by Griffiths—Rushdie's wife—during the aftermath; she is also credited as a cinematographer on the film. We talk about their decision to document that experience, the process of working with Gibney, and the complicated intersections of violence, survival, love, memory, and art. Knife begins its theatrical rollout September 17. Rushdie's memoir, a 2024 National Book Award finalist, is available now from Random House. Volume 104 of Brad & Mira For the Culture...Mira weighs in on the death of Gloria Steinem...Florida weather in LA...Mira professes her love for M. Night Shyamalan...is Brad obsessed with Phish?....Mira telephones three different McDonald's restaurants...Brad prepares for the 15th anniversary of his podcasting career...gets huge on Instagram by not talking...Increasingly-Angry Craig from East Tennessee makes his podcast debut..Angry Adam returns...the terrifying trailer for the new Elizabeth Holmes documentary... Trump claims he was in the rubble on 9/11...the curious case of the man who was duct-taped to an airplane seat, mid-flight...death and mayhem at Burning Man...Miley drops the 'Cyrus'...& more... *** Otherppl with Brad Listi is a weekly podcast featuring in-depth interviews with today's leading writers. Available where podcasts are available: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, etc. Get How to Write a Novel, the debut audio course from DeepDive. 50+ hours of never-before-heard insight, inspiration, and instruction from dozens of today's most celebrated contemporary authors. Subscribe to Brad's email newsletter. Support the show on Patreon Merch Instagram TikTok Bluesky Email the show: letters [at] otherppl [dot] com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Newly released 9/11 records suggest officials had serious concerns about toxic contamination around Ground Zero while New Yorkers and first responders were being reassured that the air was safe.Internal documents also show officials discussing potential legal liability connected to toxic exposure.Trump sparked controversy after appearing to fall asleep during the Pentagon's 25th anniversary 9/11 ceremony; the White House says he was “solemnly reflecting.”Trump proposed a $5,000 payment for American adults if Republicans retain control of Congress, despite major unanswered questions about funding and congressional approval.AI safety becomes one of the episode's biggest stories as Anthropic's Dario Amodei, Sam Altman, Demis Hassabis and others warn that increasingly autonomous systems may require serious safeguards.Anthropic researchers have gone even further, publicly discussing non-trivial risks of catastrophic AI outcomes.Trump dismisses many of those concerns and argues that winning the global AI race should take priority.Mitch McConnell returns to the Senate after roughly three months away following a serious fall, hospitalization and rehabilitation.Elon Musk threatens legal action over Alex Gibney's new documentary Musk, particularly over suggestions involving Starlink and the 2024 election.Mariska Hargitay hosts the Emmys.Stephen Colbert returns to late night as a guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live!Netflix, Amazon and YouTube form a new lobbying alliance as Washington increases scrutiny of streaming costs and sports fragmentation.Prime Video adds short-form news clips as streaming services increasingly chase TikTok-style viewing habits.Apple releases iOS 27 with the long-awaited Siri AI overhaul.Waymo launches driverless rides in Las Vegas as the robotaxi race continues expanding nationwide. LINKShttps://instagram.com/itsnewstoushttps://tiktok.com/@itsnewstous Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
John Johnston (JJ) breaks down some new reviews of the new ‘Musk' documentary by Oscar-winning documentary maker Alex Gibney, which indicate the film is brutal for Elon Musk, as well as engrossing but also terrifying for viewers. The Musk documentary is set for release in mid-October 2026.Previous episodes in this ‘Musk” documentary series: Elon Musk ‘Offered $40M' To Silence His Ex. She Refused! https://youtu.be/ty8D2QkmQFQThe Elon Musk Documentary Just Premiered. It's Brutal. https://youtu.be/uF0DwtunggADamning MUSK Documentary: Elon Melts Down, Threatens to Sue https://youtu.be/yuv0Tz7fLDYThe New Documentary Elon Musk Doesn't Want You To See https://youtu.be/89-r1CEMWBwMUSK Documentary Maker: ‘I Don't Care What Elon Thinks' https://youtu.be/tr_HSz4hRyMElon Musk, Musk, Musk documentary, Alex Gibney, Elon Musk documentary, Alex Gibney Musk, Musk doc reviews, Elon Musk documentary review, Musk movie, Elon Musk news, Tesla, SpaceX, Elon Musk exposé, documentary review, film review, movie review, The John Johnston Lounge
John Johnston (JJ) breaks down some new reviews of the new ‘Musk' documentary by Oscar-winning documentary maker Alex Gibney, which indicate the film is brutal for Elon Musk, as well as engrossing but also terrifying for viewers. The Musk documentary is set for release in mid-October 2026.Previous episodes in this ‘Musk” documentary series: Elon Musk ‘Offered $40M' To Silence His Ex. She Refused! https://youtu.be/ty8D2QkmQFQThe Elon Musk Documentary Just Premiered. It's Brutal. https://youtu.be/uF0DwtunggADamning MUSK Documentary: Elon Melts Down, Threatens to Sue https://youtu.be/yuv0Tz7fLDYThe New Documentary Elon Musk Doesn't Want You To See https://youtu.be/89-r1CEMWBwMUSK Documentary Maker: ‘I Don't Care What Elon Thinks' https://youtu.be/tr_HSz4hRyMElon Musk, Musk, Musk documentary, Alex Gibney, Elon Musk documentary, Alex Gibney Musk, Musk doc reviews, Elon Musk documentary review, Musk movie, Elon Musk news, Tesla, SpaceX, Elon Musk exposé, documentary review, film review, movie review, The John Johnston Lounge
Ed's in Venice, so Alex and Kirsten discuss the FUKT.Purist Satirical Hypercar Reveal, fake engine sounds and smells, privacy, surveillance, Angeles Death Highway, Waymo in San Diego, Dumb Headlines, the Rivian R2, CyberCab challenges for 1st Responders, and Alex makes a prediction.EPISODE TIMESTAMPS00:00 — Welcome to The AutonocastAlex and Kirsten open an Ed-free episode and discuss Ed Niedermeyer's trip to Europe for the premiere of Alex Gibney's Elon Musk documentary.04:27 — FUKT Global and the Ultimate Car-Culture SatireAlex introduces FUKT Global and Angela's Death Highway, unpacking a viral AI-powered parody of modern enthusiast cars, EVs, synthetic driving experiences, and automotive marketing.08:39 — Fake Engine Sounds, Fake Manuals & Fake Gasoline SmellsWhy FUKT's fictional electric “Purist” brilliantly skewers synthetic transmissions, artificial engine sounds, simulated shifting, and the auto industry's attempts to recreate analog driving.12:02 — Surveillance, Flock Cameras & the Future of Driver PrivacyThe parody gets more serious: 14 interior cameras, connected vehicles, driver monitoring, and the provocative idea that “safety should follow the driver, not the car.”13:26 — Is This the Nightmare Future of Human Driving?Alex explains how mass-market vehicles could become increasingly automated, monitored, and restricted while true analog driving becomes a luxury available primarily to wealthy enthusiasts.15:00 — Can Technology Preserve Driving Freedom?A vision for future EVs that could reproduce the performance, sound, feel, and dynamics of classic Mustangs, Porsche 911s, and other enthusiast cars while balancing safety, privacy, freedom, and agency.17:03 — What Would an Autonomous-Vehicle Satire Look Like?The hosts imagine applying FUKT's approach to the AV industry: billion-dollar fundraising, robotaxi promises, surveillance, shifting timelines, and technology pivots.19:00 — Tesla Cybercab and the Power of “Narrative Command”Kirsten examines the optics surrounding Tesla's Cybercab event and how a relatively small deployment can appear enormous through social media, influencers, and Tesla's ability to control the autonomy narrative.21:01 — Tesla vs. Waymo: Perception vs. DeploymentAlex argues that Waymo may have thousands of vehicles operating while Tesla has far fewer Cybercabs, yet public perception increasingly treats the companies as peers in the robotaxi race.22:35 — Robotaxis Without Steering Wheels or PedalsZoox and Tesla Cybercab introduce a new safety challenge: what happens when a driverless vehicle without conventional controls becomes disabled or stuck?23:51 — First Responders and the Driverless-Car ProblemKirsten discusses emerging California rules addressing how autonomous vehicles interact with police, firefighters, emergency personnel, teleoperators, and roadside incidents.26:09 — Riding Waymo in San DiegoFresh from Waymo's newly launched San Diego service, Kirsten describes pricing, pickup locations, routing, passenger experience, and how the service compares with Uber.28:04 — Would You Put Your Child in a Waymo Alone?The discussion turns from abstract AV safety to a much more personal threshold: what would parents need to know before allowing a child to travel alone in an autonomous vehicle?29:06 — Robotaxis, Uber & Personal SafetyKirsten explores the tradeoff between a driverless vehicle that may require passengers to walk several blocks and a human-driven Uber offering true door-to-door service.32:42 — Why Autonomous Cars May Not Kill Car OwnershipAlex argues that parents and existing car owners may prefer personally owned autonomous vehicles that are always available rather than relying exclusively on shared robotaxi fleets.33:39 — The Cybercab First-Responder QuestionThe hosts return to Tesla Cybercab and debate how vehicles without manual controls can be moved when software, connectivity, or autonomy fails.35:23 — Tesla Cybercab, FMVSS & NHTSAKirsten explains the federal self-certification process, Tesla's Cybercab approach, vehicles without traditional controls, and NHTSA's inquiry into whether alternative systems satisfy federal safety requirements.37:47 — Is the NHTSA Inquiry a “Something Burger”?Alex and Kirsten debate how significant the federal scrutiny really is—and whether Tesla will simply continue deploying until regulators establish a boundary it must address.39:01 — Can You Drive a Cybercab With a Controller?A discussion of service modes, remote assistance, emergency controls, and reports and images suggesting unconventional ways Cybercabs might be maneuvered without a steering wheel.39:23 — The Waymo Headline Where Nothing HappenedThe hosts dissect a San Francisco Chronicle story about a toddler, a crosswalk, and an approaching Waymo—and debate clickbait versus meaningful AV safety journalism.42:26 — Why One AV Incident Can Affect the Entire IndustryAlex and Kirsten discuss how autonomous vehicles are often treated as a single technological category, meaning a serious incident involving one company could damage public confidence in every AV developer.44:28 — Has the Consumer AV Safety Debate Already Been Won?Alex clarifies his argument that, whatever unresolved regulatory and technical issues remain, autonomous vehicles are increasingly becoming normalized in the minds of ordinary consumers.45:14 — Kirsten's First Drive of the Rivian R2Kirsten previews her extended Rivian R2 test, discussing its driving experience, interior materials, ergonomics, improvements over the R1, and some surprisingly important design details.47:44 — Could the Rivian R2 Replace Alex's Tesla Model S?Alex explains why Tesla FSD—or an equivalent point-to-point driver-assistance system—has become a requirement for his next new vehicle, while Kirsten prepares to test Rivian's latest ADAS capabilities.48:15 — The Future of Driving & The Autonocast PartyThe episode closes with thoughts on how long human driving will remain practical and an early preview of the tenth annual Autonocast party.Topics: Tesla Cybercab, Waymo, autonomous vehicles, robotaxis, Tesla FSD, NHTSA, FMVSS, Zoox, Rivian R2, Uber, AV safety, autonomous vehicle regulation, first responders, driverless cars, automotive surveillance, Flock cameras, EVs, human driving, car culture, AI, ADAS, privacy, mobility, and the future of transportation.
John Johnston (JJ) reacts to part of a recent podcast interview between Jennifer Welch and Elon Ex Ashley St. Clair, who discusses recent claims thrown at her by Elon, after she made some revelations about Elon in the Alex Gibney documentary Musk. The documentary which is due to be released publicly in October, after premiering at the Venice Film Festival to rave reviews.Related Episodes:The New Documentary Elon Musk Doesn't Want You To See https://youtu.be/89-r1CEMWBwThe Elon Musk Documentary Just Premiered. It's Brutal. https://youtu.be/uF0DwtunggADamning MUSK Documentary: Elon Melts Down, Threatens to Sue https://youtu.be/yuv0Tz7fLDYMUSK Documentary Maker: ‘I Don't Care What Elon Thinks' https://youtu.be/tr_HSz4hRyMReferenced video:EXCLUSIVE! Elon MUSK OUTED with RECEIPTS as TELL ALL Threatens to EXPOSE HIM! | I've Had It https://youtu.be/2n_XgdB9OcwElon Musk, Ashley St. Clair, Alex Gibney, Musk documentary, Jennifer Welch, John Johnston, The Johnston Lounge, Venice Film Festival, Elon Musk ex, 40 million NDA, Elon Musk documentary, Ashley St. Clair podcast, reaction video, celebrity interview, tech billionaire news, pop culture podcast, Alex Gibney Musk, Elon Musk controversy
John Johnston (JJ) reacts to part of a recent podcast interview between Jennifer Welch and Elon Ex Ashley St. Clair, who discusses recent claims thrown at her by Elon, after she made some revelations about Elon in the Alex Gibney documentary Musk. The documentary which is due to be released publicly in October, after premiering at the Venice Film Festival to rave reviews.Related Episodes:The New Documentary Elon Musk Doesn't Want You To See https://youtu.be/89-r1CEMWBwThe Elon Musk Documentary Just Premiered. It's Brutal. https://youtu.be/uF0DwtunggADamning MUSK Documentary: Elon Melts Down, Threatens to Sue https://youtu.be/yuv0Tz7fLDYMUSK Documentary Maker: ‘I Don't Care What Elon Thinks' https://youtu.be/tr_HSz4hRyMReferenced video:EXCLUSIVE! Elon MUSK OUTED with RECEIPTS as TELL ALL Threatens to EXPOSE HIM! | I've Had It https://youtu.be/2n_XgdB9OcwElon Musk, Ashley St. Clair, Alex Gibney, Musk documentary, Jennifer Welch, John Johnston, The Johnston Lounge, Venice Film Festival, Elon Musk ex, 40 million NDA, Elon Musk documentary, Ashley St. Clair podcast, reaction video, celebrity interview, tech billionaire news, pop culture podcast, Alex Gibney Musk, Elon Musk controversy
John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how the ‘Musk' documentary filmmaker Alex Gibney says he doesn't 'really care' what Elon Musk thinks of his documentary. Elon has been lashing out at Gibney on his social media platform X. Elon's legal team, including high profile lawyer Alex Spiro, is also threatening to take legal action over aspects of the documentary. The film has just premiered at the Venice Film Festival to a standing ovation and rave reviews.Related Episodes:Damning MUSK Documentary: Elon Melts Down, Threatens to Sue https://youtu.be/yuv0Tz7fLDYThe Elon Musk Documentary Just Premiered. It's Brutal. https://youtu.be/uF0DwtunggAThe New Documentary Elon Musk Doesn't Want You To See https://youtu.be/89-r1CEMWBwElon Musk Just Helped Germany's Far-Right AfD Win https://youtu.be/-1lvjLkFN9oElon Musk, Alex Gibney, Musk Documentary, Alex Spiro, Venice Film Festival, Elon Musk News, Musk Documentary 2026, Alex Gibney Elon Musk, Elon Musk Lawsuit, Elon Musk Legal Action, Alex Spiro Lawsuit, Jigsaw Productions, Elon Musk Twitter, Elon Musk X, Documentary Film, Entertainment News, Tech News, John Johnston, The John Johnston Lounge, The Johnston Lounge, JJ Lounge——Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision.
John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how the ‘Musk' documentary filmmaker Alex Gibney says he doesn't 'really care' what Elon Musk thinks of his documentary. Elon has been lashing out at Gibney on his social media platform X. Elon's legal team, including high profile lawyer Alex Spiro, is also threatening to take legal action over aspects of the documentary. The film has just premiered at the Venice Film Festival to a standing ovation and rave reviews.Related Episodes:Damning MUSK Documentary: Elon Melts Down, Threatens to Sue https://youtu.be/yuv0Tz7fLDYThe Elon Musk Documentary Just Premiered. It's Brutal. https://youtu.be/uF0DwtunggAThe New Documentary Elon Musk Doesn't Want You To See https://youtu.be/89-r1CEMWBwElon Musk Just Helped Germany's Far-Right AfD Win https://youtu.be/-1lvjLkFN9oElon Musk, Alex Gibney, Musk Documentary, Alex Spiro, Venice Film Festival, Elon Musk News, Musk Documentary 2026, Alex Gibney Elon Musk, Elon Musk Lawsuit, Elon Musk Legal Action, Alex Spiro Lawsuit, Jigsaw Productions, Elon Musk Twitter, Elon Musk X, Documentary Film, Entertainment News, Tech News, John Johnston, The John Johnston Lounge, The Johnston Lounge, JJ Lounge——Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision.
John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how Elon Musk is clearly triggered by the new ‘Musk' documentary by Oscar award-winner filmmaker Alex Gibney, which has just premiered at the Venice Film Festival to a standing ovation and rave reviews. Through his high profile lawyer, Elon is threatening legal action.Elon Musk, Alex Gibney, Musk documentary, Elon Musk documentary, Alex Gibney Elon Musk, Venice Film Festival, Elon Musk lawsuit, Elon Musk legal action, Elon Musk breakdown, Elon Musk meltdown, tech news, business news, documentary review, The John Johnston Lounge, John Johnston
John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how Elon Musk is clearly triggered by the new ‘Musk' documentary by Oscar award-winner filmmaker Alex Gibney, which has just premiered at the Venice Film Festival to a standing ovation and rave reviews. Through his high profile lawyer, Elon is threatening legal action.Elon Musk, Alex Gibney, Musk documentary, Elon Musk documentary, Alex Gibney Elon Musk, Venice Film Festival, Elon Musk lawsuit, Elon Musk legal action, Elon Musk breakdown, Elon Musk meltdown, tech news, business news, documentary review, The John Johnston Lounge, John Johnston
Joshua Yuhas covers the latest entertainment news on:- John Legend's new album Muse announced with Pharrell as the main producer.- Alex Gibney's documentary on Elon Musk getting shown at the Venice Film Festival.- Teaser trailer out for Warner Bros. newest film Remain.
John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how “Musk,” a no holds barred documentary probing Elon Musk's life and career, has just premiered at the Venice Film Festival, and received a long standing ovation and rave reviews. The new Musk documentary promises to have quite the impact when it's released publicly. Referenced videos:Alex Gibney speaks on Elon Musk documentary https://www.youtube.com/live/jMPNCQx8y8sMusk - Official Teaser Trailer (2026) https://youtu.be/-52sVAzXwLMElon Musk, Musk, Musk Documentary, Alex Gibney, Venice Film Festival, Documentary, Tesla, SpaceX, Film Review, The John Johnston Lounge, Elon Musk Documentary, Movie Review, Entertainment News, Tech News, John Johnston——Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision.
John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how “Musk,” a no holds barred documentary probing Elon Musk's life and career, has just premiered at the Venice Film Festival, and received a long standing ovation and rave reviews. The new Musk documentary promises to have quite the impact when it's released publicly. Referenced videos:Alex Gibney speaks on Elon Musk documentary https://www.youtube.com/live/jMPNCQx8y8sMusk - Official Teaser Trailer (2026) https://youtu.be/-52sVAzXwLMElon Musk, Musk, Musk Documentary, Alex Gibney, Venice Film Festival, Documentary, Tesla, SpaceX, Film Review, The John Johnston Lounge, Elon Musk Documentary, Movie Review, Entertainment News, Tech News, John Johnston——Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision.
John Johnston (JJ) breaks down “Musk”, an explosive new film about Elon Musk, from Oscar-winning documentary director Alex Gibney, which suggests that Elon, the richest person on earth, may also be the most dangerous.Elon Musk, Alex Gibney, Musk documentary, Musk film, Alex Gibney Elon Musk, Elon Musk documentary, documentary breakdown, documentary review, Elon Musk exposed, richest man in the world, Tesla, SpaceX, John Johnston, JJ, The Johnston Lounge
John Johnston (JJ) breaks down “Musk”, an explosive new film about Elon Musk, from Oscar-winning documentary director Alex Gibney, which suggests that Elon, the richest person on earth, may also be the most dangerous.Elon Musk, Alex Gibney, Musk documentary, Musk film, Alex Gibney Elon Musk, Elon Musk documentary, documentary breakdown, documentary review, Elon Musk exposed, richest man in the world, Tesla, SpaceX, John Johnston, JJ, The Johnston Lounge
TIFF documentary programmer Thom Powers previews the Toronto Film Festival's nonfiction lineup as the 51st edition of the event approaches. There are films on Palestinian scholar and activist Edward Said, soccer star Megan Rapinoe, the plastic surgery boom in Iran — and Alex Gibney's highly anticipated documentary on Elon Musk. Powers tells us what to key an eye on, including some hidden gems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The biggest movie of the year is here, and we're here for all of it on Breakfast All Day. Here's what we reviewed on our latest episode. THE ODYSSEY. You thought your commute home was brutal. Matt Damon endures an array of mythological monsters and obstacles in Christopher Nolan's epic adaptation of the ancient Greek classic. Co-starring Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, John Leguizamo and Lupita Nyong'o. In theaters everywhere. HEARTSTOPPER FOREVER. Rather than produce a fourth season, the folks behind the "Heartstopper" queer romance series opted for a two-hour feature film. Can Nick and Charlie make it last? Will Isaac run out of books to read? Watch and find out. Streaming now on Netflix. MOVIE NEWS LIVE! Alonso is out of town, so Christy did this one solo. We'd never bail on you entirely during "Odyssey" week. Among the other topics we discussed were trailers for the new Tom Cruise movie "Digger" and Tony Gilroy's "Behemoth!", Alex Gibney's Elon Musk doc, Danny Boyle's Rupert Murdoch biopic, plus we remember Sam Neill, who died this week at 78. Join us every Friday at Noon Pacific. Thanks for starting your weekend with us! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/
Legendary filmmaker Robert Greenwald joins Gaslit Nation to talk about his powerful documentary from Brave New Films, Gaza: Journalists Under Fire. We break down the horrifying media consolidation driven by Netanyahu-ally , billionaire Larry Ellison, who is actively dismantling beloved institutions like CBS to enforce a McCarthyist, pro-Netanyahu chill on American journalism. We also expose how Trump and Jared Kushner have dragged the US into an illegal, unconstitutional war with Iran, draining vital air defense systems for Ukraine, while Trump's ICE agents go on a killing spree, openly executing parents in front of their children, and expanding their network of concentration camps at home and abroad. As always, Gaslit Nation also provides ways to fight back and plant powerful seeds of hope and change—because we will ultimately build a better world. This week's bonus show, for our listeners on Patreon and Substack who make Gaslit Nation possible, explores who is actually running the new kleptocratic new world order. To hear the full exclusive bonus show at the end of this episode join our community on Patreon or Substack today at the Truth-teller ($5/month) or higher. Discounted annual memberships are available, and you can give the gift of membership. Plus you'll get the show ad free, all bonus shows including our archive of bonus shows, invites to exclusive events, and more. Sign up at Patreon.com/Gaslit or on Substack. Thank you to everyone who supports the show -- we could not make Gaslit Nation without you. EVENTS AT GASLIT NATION: Gaslit Nation Salons take place Mondays 4pm ET over Zoom and are recorded and shared on Patreon.com/Gaslit and GaslitNation.Substack.com for our community New! There's now a California Signal Group for Gaslit Nation listeners to find each other and connect in that state. Join on Patreon or Substack! The Gaslit Nation Outreach Committee discusses how to talk to the MAGA cult: Join on Patreon or Substack! Minnesota Signal group for Gaslit Nation listeners in the state to find each other: Join on Patreon or Substack! Vermont Signal group for Gaslit Nation listeners in the state to find each other: Join on Patreon or Substack! Arizona-based listeners launched a Signal group for others in the state to connect. Join on Patreon or Substack! Indiana-based listeners launched a Signal group for others in the state to join. Join on Patreon or Substack! Florida-based listeners are going strong meeting in person. Be sure to join their Signal group. Join on Patreon or Substack! As always, keep it kind in our chat groups, extend grace and assume good faith. A culture of care is how we build a better world. Show Notes: WATCH: Gaza: Journalists Under Fire https://www.bravenewfilms.org/palestinianjournalists Protect yourself and your community from ICE: https://www.patreon.com/gaslit/posts/free-prairieland-162794130?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link Meet Josh Gruenbaum and Aryeh Lightstone of the Board of Peace: https://boardofpeace.org/members Fight back with the Gaslit Nation Action Guide on GaslitNationPod.com and the Media and Democracy Project (https://www.mediaanddemocracyproject.org/) and also Rise and Resist (https://www.riseandresist.org/) Famine confirmed for first time in Gaza https://www.who.int/news/item/22-08-2025-famine-confirmed-for-first-time-in-gaza 209 Journalists and Media Workers Killed in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territory https://cpj.org/2026/06/cpj-undertakes-review-of-its-documentation-of-journalists-killed-in-israel-gaza-war-since-2023/ Amnesty UK draws criticism for arguing journalist death toll in Gaza higher than in any other war https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-864300 ICE Ordered to Cease Most Vehicle Stops After 2 Killings in a Week: Agents fatally shot a man in Houston and another in coastal Maine, both in their vehicles. The killings were the latest in a string of ICE shootings during President Trump's second term. https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/14/us/ice-agents-traffic-stops.html?unlocked_article_code=1.xlA.K8PG.HyO51Npt7m7m&smid=url-share E. Jean Carroll Receives Trump's $5 Million Judgment Plus Interest https://www.reuters.com/world/us/ E Jean Carroll receives $5.6m owed by Trump after court releases damages https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jul/14/e-jean-carroll-trump-payment ICE Suspends Vehicle Stops After Fatal Shootings in Maine and Texas https://www.reuters.com/world/ice-suspends-vehicle-stops-us-immigration-enforcement-sources-say-2026-07-14/ ICE Officer Fatally Shoots Driver in Biddeford, Maine https://www.reuters.com/world/us/person-killed-ice-involved-shooting-maine-media-reports-2026-07-13/ What to Know About ICE's Fatal Shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston https://apnews.com/article/7f8b3218b97c63388fc016b3da9718ee Trump Abandons Proposed 20-Percent Strait of Hormuz Fee https://www.reuters.com/world/us/trump-says-us-will-take-investment-deals-with-gulf-states-instead-fee-using-2026-07-14/ Trump Announces U.S. Control and Proposed Toll on the Strait of Hormuz https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/trump-says-us-will-control-strait-hormuz-get-paid-it-2026-07-13/ Associated Press Fact Check: Competing U.S. and Iranian Claims Over the Strait of Hormuz https://apnews.com/article/8df557699c900b29fb33172e6da7f3e9 Lindsey Graham's Final Mission to Support Ukraine https://www.wsj.com/world/lindsey-graham-death-ukraine-russia-81ccfe7f Committee to Protect Journalists: Journalists Killed in the Israel–Gaza War https://cpj.org/2026/ Record Number of Journalists and Media Workers Killed in 2025 https://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/record-129-journalists-media-workers-killed-2025-mostly-by-israel-says-cpj-2026-02-25/ Israel Schedules National Election for October 27, 2026 https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israels-election-will-be-held-october-27-coalition-head-says-2026-07-12/ Maggie Haberman & Jonathan Swan - On "Regime Change" & Inside The Trump Presidency | The Daily Show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xdmdGTrJ2nI How Trump Took the U.S. to War With Iran: In a series of Situation Room meetings, President Trump weighed his instincts against the deep concerns of his vice president and a pessimistic intelligence assessment. Here's the inside story of how he made the fateful decision. https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/07/us/politics/trump-iran-war.html?unlocked_article_code=1.xlA.RnIs.VnaiNfmBkDie&smid=url-share Iran Strikes U.S. Military Facilities Across Gulf Region: A Times analysis of satellite imagery and verified videos shows Iran found vulnerabilities in U.S. locations in the region. https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/01/world/middleeast/iran-strikes-us-military-facilities.html?unlocked_article_code=1.xlA.W64r.SKCZ8fldvUxu&smid=url-share What's Trump's 'Board of Peace' really about? https://www.cbc.ca/listen/cbc-podcasts/209-front-burner/episode/16193683-whats-trumps-board-of-peace-really-about 32 Palestinians killed trying to reach food distribution hubs, Gaza authorities say https://www.npr.org/2025/07/19/g-s1-78420/palestinians-food-aid-deaths Trump notifies Congress of new war against Iran President Donald Trump's notification that the U.S. is again at war with Iran gives the administration another 60-day clock for military action. https://www.politico.com/news/2026/07/13/trump-notifies-congress-of-new-war-against-iran-00995170 Iraq journalist deaths match number killed during Vietnam War https://cpj.org/2006/05/iraq-journalist-deaths-match-number-killed-during/ Andrea's interview with Alex Gibney and Alexis Bloom of the must-watch documentary The Bibi Files https://www.gaslitnationpod.com/episodes/hitler-youth/ Trump's Crypto Scheme to Sell Ukraine to Russia https://www.patreon.com/gaslit/posts/trumps-crypto-to-144034868?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link New book reveals how Trump compared himself to Mao, Stalin, Attila the Hun https://www.cnn.com/2026/06/18/politics/new-book-reveals-how-trump-compared-himself-to-mao-stalin-atilla-the-hun Marco Rubio: "Actually, the Board of Peace was chartered and set up by the UN Security Council through a vote at the UN Security Council as to deliberations, so it's an international organism recognized by the Security Council of the United Nations, which is something I think many of you should be supportive of..." https://x.com/StateDept/status/2016582608377749629?lang=en What the UN Security Council vote means for Trump's Gaza peace plan https://abcnews.com/International/security-council-vote-means-trumps-gaza-peace-plan/story?id=127623162
Jason Fraley marks the 10th anniversary of Alex Gibney's acclaimed documentary “Zero Days,” which remains just as timely today in chronicling America's development of the Stuxnet virus to secretly attack Iran's nuclear capabilities. Gibney called in to preview the 2016 AFI Docs Film Festival and reflect on his prolific career, from his Oscar nomination for “Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room” to his Oscar win for “Taxi to the Dark Side." (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")
Plastic has infiltrated every facet of our lives. It is essentially inescapable. And while plastic is now a normalized material that we interact with every day, the health impacts are becoming harder and harder to ignore. The Plastic Detox, a new documentary now available on Netflix, examines how much plastic is impacting our health and whether it is possible to detox our bodies from continued exposure. It combines the science behind these health concerns with real human experiences for a compelling story about human resilience and the solutions to a few of the problems plastic has plagued us with. In episode 218 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with one of the film's producers and directors, Josh Murphy, to discuss what went into making the film and how stories like these can help us better understand the plastic pollution crisis while inspiring us to take action in our own lives. Josh Murphy is an Emmy Award–winning filmmaker, director, producer, and writer whose work focuses on character-driven stories at the intersection of humanity and the environment. His films often explore climate, conservation, and human resilience through compelling storytelling.His credits include producing the Tribeca-winning film Here Alone, co-producing The Push, contributing to Alex Gibney's documentary The Inventor, and directing the acclaimed documentary Artifishal, commissioned by Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard. Most recently, he won an Emmy for the Netflix series You Are What You Eat: A Twins Experiment and co-directed and produced the Netflix documentary The Plastic Detox. Before entering filmmaking, he trained as a natural resource scientist and fisheries biologist, inspired early on by Jacques Cousteau's blend of exploration, storytelling, and environmental advocacy.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/outdoor.minimalist.book/Website: https://www.theoutdoorminimalist.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theoutdoorminimalistBuy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/outdoorminimalistListener Survey: https://forms.gle/jd8UCN2LL3AQst976------------------Josh "Bones" MurphyIMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3096202/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-bones-murphy-92313113/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshbonesmurphy/The Plastic Detox: https://www.netflix.com/title/82074244
Alex Gibney received 1,000 hours of secret police interrogation videos of Benjamin Netanyahu. Here's what he found. Paid partnerships with: Cowboy Colostrum: Get 25% off your entire order with code TUCKER at https://cowboycolostrum.com Good Ranchers: Use code TUCKER to get an additional $25 off your first order at https://go.goodranchers.com/tucker Charity Mobile: A pro-life company serving pro-life customers and supporting pro-life causes for 30 years. Use promo code TUCKER to get a free phone with free activation, free shipping, and a free gift with every new line of service at https://charitymobile.com/Tucker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In dieser Folge gehen Leon und Atze der wohl zerstörerischsten menschlichen Emotion auf den Grund: Hass. Was genau ist Hass – und warum empfinden wir ihn überhaupt, wenn er doch so viel Schaden anrichten kann? Was unterscheidet ihn von Wut oder Verachtung? Und warum hält er oft so lange an und richtet sich nicht selten gegen Menschen, die uns einmal besonders nah waren? Außerdem sprechen die beiden darüber, warum Hass ansteckend sein kann, welche Rolle er in gesellschaftlichen Konflikten spielt und wie er uns manchmal vielleicht sogar helfen kann. Fühlt euch gut betreut Leon & Atze Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leonwindscheid/ https://www.instagram.com/atzeschroeder_offiziell/ Mehr zu unseren Werbepartnern findet ihr hier: https://linktr.ee/betreutesfuehlen Tickets: Atze: https://www.atzeschroeder.de/#termine Leon: https://leonwindscheid.de/tour/ Vorverkauf 2026: https://betreutes-fuehlen.ticket.io/ Empfehlungen Confirmation Bias – Folge von Betreutes Fühlen: Die Fehler deiner Psyche (Oktober 2023) Warum wir hassen – sechsteilige Dokumentarserie der Oscarpreisträger Steven Spielberg und Alex Gibney, die den Ursachen für zunehmende hasserfüllte Radikalisierung in Teilen der Gesellschaft nachgeht. Quellen Aumer, K., Bahn, A. C. K., Janicki, C., Guzman, N., Pierson, N., Strand, S. E., & Totlund, H. (2016). Can't let it go: Hate in interpersonal relationships. Journal of Relationships Research, 7, e2. https://doi.org/10.1017/jrr.2016.2 Baldwin, J. (1963). The fire next time. Dial Press. Ben-Ze'ev, A. (2018). Is hate worst when it is fresh? The development of hate over time. Emotion Review, 10(4), 322–324. https://doi.org/10.1177/1754073917751229 Fischer, A., Halperin, E., Canetti, D., & Jasini, A. (2018). Why we hate. Emotion Review, 10(4), 309–320. https://doi.org/10.1177/1754073917751229 Halperin, E., Russell, A. G., Dweck, C. S., & Gross, J. J. (2011). Anger, hatred, and the quest for peace: Anger can be constructive in the absence of hatred. Journal of Conflict Resolution, 55(2), 274–291. https://doi.org/10.1177/0022002710383670 Liu, Y., Olivers, C. N. L., & Van Lange, P. A. M. (2024). Love and hate do not modulate the attentional blink but improve overall performance. Cognition and Emotion, 38(7), 1001–1014. https://doi.org/10.1080/02699931.2024.2338203 McCarthy-Jones, S., Bokde, A., & de Vries, J. (2026). Hate as poison and cure? Reassessing our hatred of hatred. Emotion Review. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1177/17540739261422556 Redaktion: Julia Ditzer, Dr. Leon Windscheid Produktion: Murmel Produktions
Doc Talk reports from the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, speaking with the directors of Closure, American Doctor, Knife: The Attempted Murder of Salman Rushdie, The Brittney Griner Story, and Jane Elliott Against the World. We also hear from Rushdie, author of The Satanic Verses, and WNBA star Griner about participating in their respective documentaries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Filmmaker Jota Mun talks about “Between Goodbyes” with Emmy Winner Charlotte Robinson host of OUTTAKE VOICES™ that POV will debut on PBS at 10P Monday December 8th. The film follows a Korean adoptee reconnecting with her original mother in Seoul as she unravels decades of silence, stigma, confronting long-held regrets while facing cultural misunderstandings with tenderness, humor and resilience. “Between Goodbyes” is an open love letter to all original mothers who have suffered from family separation providing a deeper understanding about how the adoption industry affects families globally. As a Korean adoptee Mun's lived experience brings personal insight and uncommon intimacy to a story that reframes conventional narratives about adoption and kinship. Jota filmed “Between Goodbyes” during the years leading up to the COVID-19 pandemic through 2021. Archival photos and footage trace the family's milestones including a reunion in the Netherlands in 2002, time together in South Korea in 2016 and another visit in 2021. Through candid conversations with siblings and extended family “Between Goodbyes” reveals how secrecy and migration intersect inviting audiences into a story that is as complicated as it is loving. Featured in the film are participants Okgyun Kang, Mieke Murkes and Ruth Chon. “Between Goodbyes” made its world premiere at the 2024 DMZ International Film Festival winning the Emerging Filmmaker Award for Jota. The film also won the Special Jury Award for Feature Documentary at the 2024 Santa Fe International Film Festival and was an Official Selection of 2024 DOC NYC. We talked to Jota about the inspiration for “Between Goodbyes” and Mun's spin on our LGBTQ issues. Jota Mun directed and produced “Between Goodbyes” along with Zoe Sua Cho and Barb Lee, a Jjigae Productions with Point Made Films and Avonhead co-production. The director of photography was Jimin Lee with editor Michelle Chang. Sound design was by Sung Rok Choi and composer Gene Back. The executive producers were Alex Gibney, Maiken Baird and Erika Dilday and Chris White for American Documentary. “Between Goodbyes” premieres on POV the multi-Emmy®, Oscar® and Peabody Award-winning PBS documentary series December 8th. For More Info… LISTEN: 600+ LGBTQ Chats @OUTTAKE VOICES
In this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, filmmaker Raoul Peck joins Chuck to discuss his powerful new documentary Orwell: 2+2=5 — an exploration of truth, propaganda, and power in the age of Trump. Peck, whose work often examines systems of control and colonialism, draws from Orwell’s life and letters to reveal how 1984 was never just a warning about the future — it was a reflection of the present. He and Chuck unpack how doublespeak, “alternative facts,” and the rewriting of history have crept into modern democracies, from the U.S. to Russia, and what Orwell’s insights reveal about the fragility of truth today. Peck also reflects on his own Haitian roots and how the legacy of colonialism still shapes global politics, from America’s interference in Haiti to its uneasy role as an arbiter of democracy abroad. The conversation turns to the media’s complicity in enabling authoritarian narratives, the dangers of AI-driven misinformation, and why reclaiming truth — and teaching future generations to defend it — may be the defining struggle of our time. Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Raoul Peck joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:30 How did you end up directing Orwell 2+2=5? 03:30 Coming from Haiti, you have a real understanding of abuse of power 05:00 Working with legendary documentarian Alex Gibney on the project 06:30 Would the film have been released if Kamala Harris had one? 08:00 Americans are becoming familiar with “doublespeak” under Trump 09:00 The contradiction of leading democracies being colonial 09:45 Orwell grew up in India, saw colonialism firsthand 11:00 Orwell joined Imperial Police Force in Burma 12:15 Orwell’s letters revealed his inspiration and thought process 13:15 Orwell struggled to finish 1984 while very sick 14:15 Using historical media to create the documentary, no re-enactments 16:45 Why not tell this story in a movie? Does 1984 need to be re-made? 18:00 1984 was only a portion of the story 19:00 Orwell was writing about the present and warning about the future 20:45 US story starting with lies about the Iraq War using propaganda 22:15 Americans think authoritarianism only comes from “the other side” 23:00 Language sets the stage for the erosion of democracy 23:45 Authoritarians seek to remake and revise history 24:45 Russian citizens have basically given up on truth, don’t believe anything 25:30 Trump’s use of “alternative facts” is incredibly Orwellian 26:30 Trump accuses any negative coverage of being “fake news” 27:15 U.S. government purging certain words from their websites 29:15 Authoritarian takeovers can move very quickly 30:00 Journalism and discourse are controlled by a few tech companies 30:45 Trouble distributing the documentary in the current political climate? 32:15 Documentary breaking records…. But what does that say? 33:45 Too many people are tuning out during Trump’s second term 34:15 People take democracy and their freedoms for granted 35:30 Mike Pence saved democracy… temporarily 36:30 AI generated videos will make people questions everything 37:30 Most of the press is captive to a few billionaires 38:30 The technology isn’t the problem, lack of regulation is 40:00 Humans will want interpersonal contact in AI era 42:00 There is no such thing as neutrality in politics 43:30 Beating authoritarianism will take a generation in America 45:15 Why have Haiti and the Dominican Republic gone so differently? 47:00 The slave rebellion caused the U.S. to treat Haiti as a pariah 48:30 Haiti suffered from “cannon diplomacy” from colonial powers 49:15 The U.S. meddling in Haiti has always caused problems 51:30 U.S. has always asserted control in the western hemisphere 53:00 Next project is doc about assasination of Haiti’s president 54:00 Using AI as a tool in creating films? 56:00 Government has performed almost no oversight of AISee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chuck Todd breaks down the ongoing government shutdown and the deep dysfunction gripping Washington. With the shutdown dragging into late October, Trump is reportedly tapping private donors to pay the military, while Speaker Mike Johnson keeps the House out of session — a move Chuck calls a major political blunder. As Trump consolidates control over both the presidency and Congress, Republicans appear more focused on shielding him than exercising oversight. Meanwhile, the Oversight Committee under James Comer has devolved into partisan theater, investigating the Bidens while ignoring blatant corruption in Trump’s orbit. Chuck argues that without real congressional checks, America risks drifting toward the kind of pre-revolutionary rot the Founders warned about — where power, privilege, and impunity rule unchecked. Then, filmmaker Raoul Peck joins Chuck to discuss his powerful new documentary Orwell: 2+2=5 — an exploration of truth, propaganda, and power in the age of Trump. Peck, whose work often examines systems of control and colonialism, draws from Orwell’s life and letters to reveal how 1984 was never just a warning about the future — it was a reflection of the present. He and Chuck unpack how doublespeak, “alternative facts,” and the rewriting of history have crept into modern democracies, from the U.S. to Russia, and what Orwell’s insights reveal about the fragility of truth today. Peck also reflects on his own Haitian roots and how the legacy of colonialism still shapes global politics, from America’s interference in Haiti to its uneasy role as an arbiter of democracy abroad. The conversation turns to the media’s complicity in enabling authoritarian narratives, the dangers of AI-driven misinformation, and why reclaiming truth — and teaching future generations to defend it — may be the defining struggle of our time. Finally, he hops in the ToddCast Time Machine to revisit the publication of the Federalist Papers and why their lessons are extremely pertinent in the Trump era, answers questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment and gives his college football recap. Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 06:00 The government shutdown continues into the end of October 06:45 Trump tapping private donor to pay the military 07:45 Democrats have earned the leverage to reopen the government 08:15 Mike Johnson making a huge mistake by keeping House out of session 10:00 Voters want Congress to serve as a check on an unpopular president 11:45 House Republicans look like they’re out to lunch & on vacation 12:45 Trump says he’s both the speaker and the president 15:30 Sen. Lankford admits R’s would be furious if Biden was doing what Trump is 16:30 Everything now is viewed or ignored through a partisan lens 18:45 Without congressional oversight, we lose our founding framework 19:30 Qatari jet gift was the type of bribe our founders warned about 20:30 Republicans in charge of oversight ignoring plane bribe 21:30 Trump using coin scheme to build international bribery racket, R’s ignore it 23:00 The oversight committee under Comer has become a partisan weapon 23:45 Trump is ordering the DOJ to compensate his own business 25:15 Trump is using his power to direct money to his companies 26:00 The double standard from Republicans is insulting to the American people 28:45 Trump’s orbit is giving pre-revolutionary France vibes 29:30 Oversight is still investigating the Biden family 30:15 Democrats aren’t on moral high ground after Biden’s family pardons 31:15 If the Bidens were doing anything Trump was doing, R’s would impeach 32:00 Oversight has become partisan entertainment 32:45 Democrats weren’t interested in Epstein until it entangled Trump 33:30 Trump’s desperation to hold the house is to avoid oversight 34:15 Trump could stonewall oversight, but private companies can’t 35:00 Private companies can’t go to law enforcement when extorted 35:45 Mike Johnson is the weakest speaker in the modern era 37:45 Raoul Peck joins the Chuck ToddCast 39:15 How did you end up directing Orwell 2+2=5? 41:15 Coming from Haiti, you have a real understanding of abuse of power 42:45 Working with legendary documentarian Alex Gibney on the project 44:15 Would the film have been released if Kamala Harris had one? 45:45 Americans are becoming familiar with "doublespeak" under Trump 46:45 The contradiction of leading democracies being colonial 47:30 Orwell grew up in India, saw colonialism firsthand 48:45 Orwell joined Imperial Police Force in Burma 50:00 Orwell's letters revealed his inspiration and thought process 51:00 Orwell struggled to finish 1984 while very sick 52:00 Using historical media to create the documentary, no re-enactments 54:30 Why not tell this story in a movie? Does 1984 need to be re-made? 55:45 1984 was only a portion of the story 56:45 Orwell was writing about the present and warning about the future 58:30 US story starting with lies about the Iraq War using propaganda 1:00:00 Americans think authoritarianism only comes from "the other side" 1:00:45 Language sets the stage for the erosion of democracy 1:01:30 Authoritarians seek to remake and revise history 1:02:30 Russian citizens have basically given up on truth, don't believe anything 1:03:15 Trump's use of "alternative facts" is incredibly Orwellian 1:04:15 Trump accuses any negative coverage of being "fake news" 1:05:00 U.S. government purging certain words from their websites 1:07:00 Authoritarian takeovers can move very quickly 1:07:45 Journalism and discourse are controlled by a few tech companies 1:08:30 Trouble distributing the documentary in the current political climate? 1:10:00 Documentary breaking records…. But what does that say? 1:11:30 Too many people are tuning out during Trump's second term 1:12:00 People take democracy and their freedoms for granted 1:13:15 Mike Pence saved democracy… temporarily 1:14:15 AI generated videos will make people questions everything 1:15:15 Most of the press is captive to a few billionaires 1:16:15 The technology isn't the problem, lack of regulation is 1:17:45 Humans will want interpersonal contact in AI era 1:19:45 There is no such thing as neutrality in politics 1:21:15 Beating authoritarianism will take a generation in America 1:23:00 Why have Haiti and the Dominican Republic gone so differently? 1:24:45 The slave rebellion caused the U.S. to treat Haiti as a pariah 1:26:15 Haiti suffered from "cannon diplomacy" from colonial powers 1:27:00 The U.S. meddling in Haiti has always caused problems 1:29:15 U.S. has always asserted control in the western hemisphere 1:30:45 Next project is doc about assasination of Haiti's president 1:31:45 Using AI as a tool in creating films? 1:33:45 Government has performed almost no oversight of AI 1:36:00 ToddCast Time Machine 1:36:45 This week, in 1787 was the initial publication of the Federalist Papers 1:37:30 The papers were America's first political blog 1:38:30 Hamilton began by debating whether reason or rage would win out 1:39:45 Federalist #51 argued ambition must be made to counteract ambition 1:41:00 America's biggest problem now is an extraordinarily weak congress 1:41:45 Hamilton warned of political parties & can't limit it to one or two 1:42:45 Federalist #70 warned against an overly powerful executive 1:43:45 Federalist #65 worried that impeachment would become a partisan exercise 1:45:45 Federalist #78 argued that judges should never be elected 1:47:00 Madison argued in favor of slow deliberation 1:48:30 Founders warned that too few representatives breeds corruption 1:50:00 Hamilton argued that rights are only guaranteed by people enforcing them 1:52:00 Ask Chuck 1:52:15 Should Democrats flip the script and use "America First" messaging? 1:54:45 Should Democrats reign in ActBlue for advertising? 1:58:45 Why are there no consequences for cabinet members lying to congress? 2:00:45 Will Trump governing only for supporters backfire in the midterms? 2:04:15 College football updateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lawrence Wright is an author, screenwriter, playwright, and a staff writer for The New Yorker magazine. He won the Pulitzer Prize for his 2006 book The Looming Tower: Al-Qaeda and the Road to 9/11. Most recently, filmmaker Alex Gibney directed an HBO documentary based on Wright's reporting in Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood, and the Prison of Unbelief. Much of Wright's work is about how religious belief animates personal action and political conflict. He has documented the Jonestown massacre, explored allegations of Satan worship, profiled brimstone-tinged gospel preachers, and, of course, tracked the histories of al-Qaeda and the Church of Scientology. Regarding the latter, he isn't necessarily sympathetic to the Church's claims, but he understands its appeal. "People don't go into it because it's a cult, they go into it because they're looking for something," says Wright. "It's like going into therapy; people do benefit from it." "But it's one thing to get into it, it's another thing to get out of it." Originally aired April 14, 2015See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The dangers posed by President Trump tying dissent to violence, weaponizing federal investigations, and throwing around dangerous and baseless accusations against his political opponents; the latest on the ceasefire in Gaza, and an expected hostage-prisoner exchange, acclaimed filmmaker Alex Gibney discusses his latest documentary "Orwell: 2 + 2 = 5” in this week's meeting of the Velshi Banned Book Club Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Teaser ... The time Alex blocked everyone's view of Jennifer Aniston ... How Alex acquired the Bibi interrogation tapes ... What the Bibi Files suggest about the Gaza war ... Bibi's bribes ... Bibi-Trump parallels ... Barriers to getting the movie distributed (and where to watch it) ... Heading to Overtime (and Bob's and Alex's unfinished film) ...
Teaser ... The time Alex blocked everyone's view of Jennifer Aniston ... How Alex acquired the Bibi interrogation tapes ... What the Bibi Files suggest about the Gaza war ... Bibi's bribes ... Bibi-Trump parallels ... Barriers to getting the movie distributed (and where to watch it) ... Heading to Overtime (and Bob's and Alex's unfinished film) ...
The enigmatic ‘Sopranos' creator and his documentarian join Seth for a chat about making history-changing TV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ali Velshi is joined by Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs' Asha Rangappa, MSNBC's ‘The Weekend' host Michael Steele, Fmr. Chair of the FTC Lina Khan, President of Wesleyan University Michael Roth, George Washington University Law School's Mary Anne Franks, MSNBC Legal Analyst Barbara McQuade, Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief of ‘The Contrarian' Jennifer Rubin, Filmmaker Alex Gibney, “The Gatsby Gambit” author Claire Anderson Wheeler, and Playwright of ‘Gatsby: An American Myth' Martyna Majok.
Evil Geniuses author Kurt Andersen examines Trump crossing new lines of lawlessness.Documentarian Alex Gibney details his latest documentary, The Dark Money Game, which explores the money that influences our politics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In Part 2 of our conversation with Academy Award-winning filmmaker Alex Gibney, he discusses in detail his new set of documentaries.
The Trump administration flip flops on exemptions and teases more new tariffs. Then, El Salvador's President says he will not return the Maryland father who was mistakenly deported by the Trump administration. And, a conversation with filmmaker Alex Gibney about “Dark Money” and the role it plays in elections. Tyler Pager, Susan Glasser, Nick Timiraos, Ron Insana, Justin Wolfers, Joyce Vance, and Alex Gibney join the 11th Hour this Monday.
In Part 2 of our conversation with Academy Award-winning filmmaker Alex Gibney, he discusses in detail his new set of documentaries.
Ukraine is still reeling from a massive Russian attack on civilians after two ballistic missiles struck the heart of the city of Sumy, killing almost three dozen people. Ukrainian MP and Chair of the Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee Oleksandr Merezhko joins the show to discuss how Ukraine can navigate a fraught relationship with the White House amidst ongoing Russian attacks. Also on today's show: Kholood Khair, Sudanese researcher and political analyst; director Alex Gibney and author Jane Mayer on "The Dark Money Game"; Pulitzer Prize-winning artist Art Spiegelman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nicolle Wallace on Trump's open defiance of the Supreme Court, calls to investigate Washington D.C.'s acting U.S. Attorney, and the harrowing arson attack at Governor Josh Shapiro's home this past weekend. Joined by: Vaughn Hillard, Andrew Weissmann, Judge J. Michael Luttig, Brendan Ballou, Frank Figliuzzi, Charlie Sykes, Sue Gordon, and Alex Gibney.
What's the best way to fight evil? Laugh at fascist idiots and keep hunting Nazis, with your camera and the power of your voice. This week, we're honored to welcome legend Sandi Bachom, an award-winning documentary filmmaker of such powerful films as Telling Jokes in Auschwitz and a Getty Images contributor whose work has appeared in acclaimed films like Laura Poitras's All The Beauty and All The Bloodshed, Danny's Strong's Dopesick, and Alex Gibney's Crime of the Century. But Sandi isn't just behind the camera—she's on the frontlines, documenting Nazis, like Trump's MAGA rallies, and the Charlottesville tiki torch march where Heather Heyer was murdered. Sandi was also at the Capitol on January 6th, capturing Trump's violent coup attempt in real time, footage used by the January 6 committee in Congress. Stay loud. Stay brave. And as always—get ungaslit. Join the Resistance Gaslit Nation Book Club: This Monday, March 31st at 4 PM ET, we're discussing From Dictatorship to Democracy by Gene Sharp—the handbook that inspired revolutions from Ukraine to the Arab Spring. Grab your copy in the show notes and join us! Share Your Story: History is unfolding now—and we need your eyewitness accounts. Take our Reject Hypernormalization Survey (linked in the show notes) to combat gaslighting and preserve the truth. This week's episode is sponsored by Factor: Eat smart with Factor. Get started at FACTOR MEALS.com/gaslit50off to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping. Want to enjoy Gaslit Nation ad-free? Join our community of listeners for bonus shows, ad-free episodes, exclusive Q&A sessions, our group chat, invites to live events like our Monday political salons at 4pm ET over Zoom, and more! Sign up at Patreon.com/Gaslit! Show Notes: Take Gaslit Nation's Reject Hypernormalization Survey https://www.gaslitnationpod.com/survey-reject-hypernormalization Read or listen to for free: Gene Sharp's From Dictatorship to Democracy https://archive.org/details/from_dictatorship_to_democracy_1306_librivox Patti Smith clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wxqhg6z-t9o Humiliation as Propaganda: Videos of Shackled Detainees Have History in El Salvador https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/19/world/americas/deportation-videos-el-salvador.html Amid ‘DEI' purge, Pentagon removes webpage on Iwo Jima flag-raiser Pages celebrating Navajo code talkers and other minority service members were also erased. https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/2025/03/17/pentagon-dei-native-american-iwo-jima/ Olga Lautman unmasks the making of a Russian/Trump group chat: https://x.com/OlgaNYC1211/status/1904344536521797806 EVENTS AT GASLIT NATION: March 31 4pm ET – Gaslit Nation Book Club: From Dictatorship to Democracy: A Conceptual Framework for Liberation, which informed revolts in Ukraine, the Arab Spring, Hong Kong, and beyond NEW! April 7 4pm ET – Security Committee Presents at the Gaslit Nation Salon. Don't miss it! Indiana-based listeners launched a Signal group for others in the state to join, available on Patreon. Florida-based listeners are going strong meeting in person. Be sure to join their Signal groupavailable on Patreon. Have you taken Gaslit Nation's HyperNormalization Survey Yet?: https://www.gaslitnationpod.com/survey-reject-hypernormalization Gaslit Nation Salons take place Mondays 4pm ET over Zoom and the first ~40 minutes are recorded and shared on Patreon.com/Gaslit for our community
In Hollywood's latest changing of the guards, Jeremy Zimmer has announced that he will be shifting from his post as CEO of United Talent Agency to executive board member. What's behind the shuffle? Plus, longtime Warner Bros partner, Village Roadshow recently filed for bankruptcy — even as arbitration continues over alleged financial losses due to the WB's decision to release the Village Roadshow backed The Matrix Resurrections (2021) simultaneously in movie theaters and on Max. Kim Masters and Matt Belloni are here to unpack. Masters also speaks to documentarian Alex Gibney about his mysterious new HBO project — The Dark Money Game. Gibney shares some big news about a change within Jigsaw (his production company). Plus, he reveals a very busy slate that includes projects on college culture wars, Luigi Mangione, and an ever-expanding documentary series about Elon Musk.
In Hollywood’s latest changing of the guards, Jeremy Zimmer has announced that he will be shifting from his post as CEO of United Talent Agency to executive board member. What’s behind the shuffle? Plus, longtime Warner Bros partner, Village Roadshow recently filed for bankruptcy — even as arbitration continues over alleged financial losses due to the WB’s decision to release the Village Roadshow backed The Matrix Resurrections (2021) simultaneously in movie theaters and on Max. Kim Masters and Matt Belloni are here to unpack. Masters also speaks to documentarian Alex Gibney about his mysterious new HBO project — The Dark Money Game. Gibney shares some big news about a change within Jigsaw (his production company). Plus, he reveals a very busy slate that includes projects on college culture wars, Luigi Mangione, and an ever-expanding documentary series about Elon Musk.
If you want to see where America is headed, watch The Bibi Files. The greatest threat to Israeli democracy, as well as peace for both Palestinians and Israelis, continues to be Bibi Netanyahu and his wife, Sara. Joining us this week are filmmakers Alexis Bloom, director of The Bibi Files, and producer Alex Gibney, who is also working on a documentary on Luigi Mangione and the corruption of the healthcare industry. Check the show notes for a link to watch The Bibi Files–one of the most chilling true crime dramas that show how corruption threatens international security. As you know by now, Nazi Elon Musk has a team of Hitler Youth dismantling our democracy. We're in a generational struggle, but history shows we can prevail. We defeated the genocidal traitors of the Confederacy, defeated the Nazis in World War II, and dismantled Jim Crow. Ignorance and hate are sadly human traits, but so are progress, collaboration, and the pursuit of a better future. Our role now is to be sand in their gears. You individually don't need to fight every battle, but if we each adopt just one cause that matters deeply to us and take action—by calling our representatives, showing up in person to talk them out of their fog of complacency, and primary every Democrat who is not meeting this moment—we can slow down the violence of the MAGA agenda and build political power of our own. And in doing so, we can safeguard a future where our families, communities, and the world enjoy a livable future. If there's one thing these broken little men fear, it's your defiance, your inner light, and your capacity for creative action. They want us demoralized, but we can be hopeful. Now more than ever, we need to come together. Want to enjoy Gaslit Nation ad-free? Join our community of listeners for bonus shows, ad-free episodes, exclusive Q&A sessions, our group chat, invites to live events like our Monday political salons at 4pm ET over Zoom, and more! 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Show Notes: Watch The Bibi Files https://www.jolt.film/watch/the-bibi-files Andrea's interview on Jessica Denson's Lights On: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjpmySxlrKI A 25-Year-Old with Elon Musk Ties Has Direct Access to the Federal Payment System https://www.wired.com/story/elon-musk-associate-bfs-federal-payment-system/ AOC Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&feature=shared&v=CVgNJf6CsBA Andrea's 2005 review of Alex Gibney's Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room https://www.portlandmercury.com/movies-and-tv/2005/04/28/33542/smarter-than-you 'Unfathomable': How this stunning Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade came together https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/43676830/how-stunning-luka-doncic-anthony-davis-trade-came-together-los-angeles-lakers-dallas-mavericks From Chad Loder: NEW: Archived tweets for Gavin Kriger, Musk's 20-something DOGE employee wreaking havoc inside USAID, shows that Kriger has retweeted multiple neo-Nazis including Nick Fuentes, leader of the so-called Groyper movement, and another popular explicit Nazi account recently unmasked by @travisbrown.dev https://bsky.app/profile/chadloder.bsky.social/post/3lhc52j6kns2d From Justin Baragona: Joe Kent, the guy Trump is nominating to lead his counterterrorism division, employed Proud Boys and Patriot Front members, met with Nick Fuentes and sat down with a neo-Nazi YouTuber for an interview. https://bsky.app/profile/justinbaragona.bsky.social/post/3lhcuqiqhzc2y From Asha Rangappa: Honestly someone needs to let the dean of the college know that one of their students is actively violating several federal laws. I am certain that violates the student code of conduct and university disciplinary action might be the only enforcement mechanism we have right now https://bsky.app/profile/asharangappa.bsky.social/post/3lhcoe3c3ok2l Events at Gaslit Nation Feb 7 8:30pm ET - Gaslit Nation Board Game Night! We're playing Codenames. Get the Zoom link by joining Patreon.com/Gaslit. Feb 10 4pm ET – Russian mafia expert Olga Lautman joins our Gaslit Nation Salon to discuss Russia, Ukraine, and Trump Feb 24 4pm ET – Gaslit Nation Book Club at our Gaslit Nation Salon to discuss Albert Camu's The Stranger (Matthew Ward translation) and Viktor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning March 17 4pm ET – Dr. Lisa Corrigan joins our Gaslit Nation Salon to discuss America's private prison crisis in an age of fascist scapegoating NEW! Indiana-based listeners launched a Signal group for others in the state to join, available on Patreon. ONGOING! Florida-based listeners are going strong meeting in person. Be sure to join their Signal group, available on Patreon. NEW! Climate Crisis Committee launched in the Patreon Chat thanks to a Gaslit Nation listener who holds a PhD in Environmental Sciences NEW! Caretaker Committee launched in the Patreon Chat for our listeners who are caretakers and want to share resources, vent, and find community NEW! Public Safety page added to GaslitNationPod.com to help you better protect yourself from this lunacy (i.e. track recalls, virus threats, and more!). Find it on the homepage of GaslitNationPod.com. ONGOING! Have you taken Gaslit Nation's HyperNormalization Survey Yet? Find it on GaslitNationPod.com. ONGOING! Gaslit Nation Salons take place Mondays 4pm ET over Zoom and the first ~40 minutes are recorded and shared on Patreon.com/Gaslit for our community Thank you to everyone who supports the show!
Headlines for December 17, 2024; “It Broke Him”: Mother Who Lost Son in “Kids for Cash” Scheme Slams Biden’s Clemency for Corrupt Judge; Astra Taylor: “It’s Still Not Too Late for Biden to Deliver Debt Relief”; Alex Gibney on “The Bibi Files,” Netanyahu’s Corruption Case & How Endless War Keeps Him in Power
The Lincoln Project’s Stuart Stevens examines the current state of American democracy. Director Alex Gibney details his new film The BiBi Files and its parallels between Trump and Netanyahu.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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