In this engaging discussion, journalism professor John Maxwell Hamilton from Louisiana State University delves into U.S. government propaganda efforts during World War I. He highlights the formation of the Committee on Public Information and its pivotal role in shaping public perception. Topics include the manipulation of information, ethical dilemmas, and the enduring influence of propaganda tactics, echoing modern concerns about media distortion and narratives. Hamilton also explores how wartime propaganda shaped societal views, particularly regarding perceptions of Germans.

In this engaging conversation, John Maxwell Hamilton, a professor at Louisiana State University and a political columnist, dives into Marco Rubio's initial actions as Secretary of State. He dissects Rubio’s pivotal cable to U.S. embassies, outlining its implications for an America-first foreign policy. The discussion shifts to the ambitious Stargate AI initiative, and later, Hamilton reflects on Trump's controversial inaugural address. The episode also honors baseball legend Ichiro Suzuki, celebrating his trailblazing legacy in the sport.