Infowars Shuts Down, Julian Assange Goes Free & China Visits Far Side of the Moon | Peter S. Goodman
Jun 26, 2024
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Peter S. Goodman, an expert in economics, discusses the fragile global supply chain and the need for anti-trust enforcement. The podcast also covers Julian Assange's release, Infowars shutting down, China's lunar visit, and advice on reasserting US supremacy.
Julian Assange's release stirs debate over whistleblowing ethics.
Surgeon General's gun violence advisory prompts call for national action.
Deep dives
Julian Assange's Legal Saga Ends with Release
After years of legal battles, Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, pleads guilty to a felony charge to secure his freedom. Assange published classified U.S. documents, notably during the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, sparking controversy. While some view him as a hero, others criticize his actions. Despite revealing significant information, some expected more groundbreaking revelations from his leaks, highlighting mixed reactions towards his disclosures.
Alex Jones' InfoWars Facing Shutdown
Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones faces repercussions as a court-appointed trustee plans to shut down InfoWars, aiming to compensate Sandy Hook shooting victims. Jones peddled false claims questioning the 2012 massacre's veracity. This move showcases accountability for spreading misinformation. Despite these actions, Jones' baseless assertions continue, notably pushing unverified supplements during his last moments before shutdown.
Urgent Surgeon General Advisory on Firearm Violence
The Surgeon General declares firearm violence a pressing public health crisis, emphasizing the need for national collective efforts to address it. This advisory seeks to raise awareness about the widespread impact of gun violence. While some question the necessity of such declarations on known issues, the Surgeon General aims to mobilize action against this significant public health concern.
Michael Kosta reports on WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange’s prison release, Alex Jones’s shameless cash grab as his conspiracy network Infowars shutters, and a new Surgeon General advisory warning against, uh, gun violence? Plus, China one-upped America’s lunar landing by visiting the far side of the moon and Josh Johnson shares some advice on how the U.S. can reassert its supremacy. Also, Lewis Black tackles big companies like Chick-fil-A and Apple, as well as fire departments and hospitals, expanding into the summer camp space. And, Peter S. Goodman, New York Times global economics correspondent and author of “How the World Ran Out of Everything: Inside the Global Supply Chain,” discusses American business and consumer reliance on a rickety supply chain, the need for anti-trust enforcement, and creating a more resilient supply chain that’s not just optimized for big box retailers and investors.