The 7 Pete Hegseth’s war on leakers; Gaza flotilla intercepted; remembering Jane Goodall; and more
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Oct 2, 2025 This episode dives into the Pentagon's crackdown on leakers, featuring new NDAs and polygraph testing. It also highlights Israel's interception of a flotilla, capturing activists like Greta Thunberg. In a more reflective tone, the legacy of Jane Goodall is celebrated, tracing her journey with Louis Leakey. Additionally, listeners learn about an unseasonably warm October and a study on a 117-year-old woman whose longevity is attributed to genetics and a Mediterranean diet.
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Shutdown Stalemate Hits Workers Hard
- The federal government shutdown persists as both parties refuse concessions and hundreds of thousands remain furloughed.
- Political stalemate centers on healthcare subsidies and funding demands from both sides.
Pentagon Tightens Controls On Leaks
- The Pentagon plans stricter non-disclosure agreements and random lie-detector tests to curb leaks under Secretary Pete Hegseth.
- The move escalates efforts to identify officials seen as disloyal or speaking to reporters.
Humanities Council Overhaul Raises Diversity Concerns
- The White House abruptly dismissed much of the National Council for the Humanities, leaving four Trump appointees.
- Critics say the firings produced a council that “does not reflect all Americans.”