Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"The problem that's going on right now is that humans just got to go. Yeah, yeah, yeah. Humans are, humans are the issue." — Ben
"The largest conspiracy theory that I discovered this week, though, after Google and Alex Jones quite a bit, there is not one website that doesn't claim that he was born in 1974. He pretends to be 39 years old." — Ben (referring to Alex Jones)
"The idea-- The last year was just bad for people named Sandy. Oh, yeah. You got to change it." — Henry Zabraski (commenting on Sandy Hook)
This episode explores a thematic focus on events occurring between April 15th and April 20th, presenting a series of historical incidents and contemporary news events through a lens of skepticism and conspiracy. The speakers begin by discussing the Boston Marathon bombing, dissecting media coverage, particularly from CNN and InfoWars, and introducing theories about "false flag" operations and the involvement of private military contractors. The conversation then broadens to include a historical retrospective of significant events within this five-day window, such as the Titanic sinking, the Dust Bowl's "Black Sunday," the Texas City disaster, and the Bay of Pigs invasion. Throughout the discussion, various conspiracy theories are presented, including connections to MKUltra, government control, and extraterrestrial involvement, often with a darkly humorous tone. The episode also touches upon the perceived biases of mainstream media and the role of online forums like 4chan in disseminating information and fueling speculation. The recurring theme is a questioning of official narratives and an exploration of alternative, often sensational, explanations for historical and societal occurrences.
The discussion highlights the Boston Marathon bombing as a pivotal event, with speakers critically analyzing how news outlets covered the aftermath. Theories of the event being a government-orchestrated "false flag" operation to justify gun control are explored, with references to Alex Jones and the role of online communities like 4chan in identifying and publicizing potential suspects. This leads into a broader examination of other potentially suspicious events within the April 15-20 timeframe. Historical incidents like the Texas City disaster and the fertilizer plant explosion in West Texas are presented as examples of industrial accidents that are sometimes viewed through a conspiratorial lens, with suggestions of deliberate actions or cover-ups. The episode also delves into historical tragedies such as the Titanic disaster and the Dust Bowl, framing them as events that contribute to the perception of this specific week being fraught with misfortune.
Finally, the episode explores more esoteric and fringe conspiracy theories, including references to alien involvement, reptilian elites, and government mind-control programs like MKUltra. The speakers discuss the astrological significance of Aries and its potential connection to aggressive historical events and figures. The episode concludes by reiterating the importance of vigilance and critical thinking when consuming information, especially in the face of significant public events and controversial narratives. The recurring element of "spooky" or unusual events within this specific timeframe is presented as a consistent theme, inviting listeners to consider alternative interpretations beyond conventional explanations.