QAA Podcast

The richest man in the world cannot catch a break from these four podcast hosts. Liv breaks down the story of Adrian Dittman, a guy on the internet who idolized Elon Musk so severely that people began to mistake them for one another. In the second half of the episode, we have to install a new layer of thermal paste on Julian’s brain after learning about Elon pretending to have played 1000’s of hours of an early access, isometric, role playing video game. The real gamers found out… and they’re mad. Subscribe for $5 a month to get all the premium episodes: https://patreon.com/qaa Editing by Corey Klotz. Theme by Nick Sena. Additional music by Pontus Berghe. Theme Vocals by THEY/LIVE (https://instagram.com/theyylivve / https://sptfy.com/QrDm). Cover Art by Pedro Correa: (https://pedrocorrea.com) https://qaapodcast.com QAA was known as the QAnon Anonymous podcast.

2025 is off to an absolutely nightmarish start as the boys huddle around the microphones and try to process not only the ongoing historical LA wildfires that have destroyed over 12,000 structures and killed at least 24 people, but also the horrific content they had originally planned: The domestic terrorist attacks that were committed on New Years Day in New Orleans and Las Vegas. If that somehow wasn’t enough, they’ll also be discussing the recent fatal police shooting of the infamous “pizzagate” gunman. We cover it all in our first main episode of 2025: domestic terrorism, ecological disaster, and even war crimes. Grim! Our guest is Mike Prysner of the podcast Eyes Left, the documentary Gaza Fights for Freedom, and the QAA episodes on Tulsi Gabbard. Subscribe for $5 a month to get all the premium episodes: https://patreon.com/qaa Mike Prysner https://x.com/mikeprysner / https://earthsgreatestenemy.com / https://www.patreon.com/EYESLEFT Editing by Corey Klotz. Theme by Nick Sena. Additional music by Pontus Berghe. Theme Vocals by THEY/LIVE (https://instagram.com/theyylivve / https://sptfy.com/QrDm). Cover Art by Pedro Correa: (https://pedrocorrea.com) https://qaapodcast.com GI Rights Hotline https://girightshotline.org/ Veteran Suicide Prevention https://www.va.gov/health-care/health-needs-conditions/mental-health/suicide-prevention/ Or dial 988 and press 1. Suicide Prevention Hotline Dial or Text 988 Mutual Aid LA https://mutualaidla.org QAA was known as the QAnon Anonymous podcast. SOURCES: ‘Pizzagate’ gunman killed by police in North Carolina after traffic stop, authorities say https://apnews.com/article/pizzagate-gunman-dead-police-shooting-north-carolina-81f0383fb55587350576b8265b7b5dd5 What we know about the New Year’s Day attack in New Orleans https://apnews.com/article/new-orleans-car-bourbon-street-1685016388d65039ce62e720aab2ba14 'I feel like Batman': What Tesla driver texted his ex-girlfriend before explosion outside Trump Hotel https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/-feel-batman-tesla-driver-texted-ex-girlfriend-explosion-trump-hotel-rcna186191 Man who exploded Tesla Cybertruck outside Trump hotel in Las Vegas used generative AI, police say https://apnews.com/article/tesla-cybertruck-explosion-trump-hotel-las-vegas-248b41d87287170aa7b68d27581fdb4d Police reveal chilling notes left by Cybertruck bomber: ‘Time to wake up!’ https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/crime/matthew-livelsberger-tesla-cybertuck-explosion-las-vegas-trump-b2672787.html Special Report: Airstrikes on Alleged Drug-Processing Facilities, Farah, 5 May 2019 https://web.archive.org/web/20250105000521/https://unama.unmissions.org/sites/default/files/afghanistan_unamaspecial_report_usfor-a_airstrikes_bakwa_9october.pdf

What if “The Law of Attraction” was only for Aryans? Just in time for the holidays, Brad is back to let you know that Nazi-occult societies are alive and flourishing. Namely, a group claiming to be the direct genetic descendants of the “historical” Vril Society, the supposed Nazi-era metaphysical group that counted Hitler among its ranks. This episode has esoteric racism, templar LARPing, goddess rituals, hollow earth super Aryans, hairstyle discourse, a Ford Mustang obsession, and even starseeds. It’s a true QAA Xmas miracle. We’ll attempt to answer: How much of the WWII occult history is real? What’s the real history of the Sonnenrad symbol? Are these contemporary groups just conspiratorial LARPers with too much time and money (and a serious hair fetish), or something much more sinister? And finally, did we really need to hear that bit of high school-era Brad lore? Stick around for Professor Julian Strube of the University of Göttingen - a man who has spent the best years of his life researching these groups - as he helps us untangle this dense web of Nazi occult history, and how we’ve gotten to this current hell. Subscribe for $5 a month to get all the premium episodes: www.patreon.com/qaa Brad Abrahams: https://x.com/LoveAndSaucers // https://www.instagram.com/bradwtf/ Professor Julian Strube: https://x.com/julianstrube Editing by Corey Klotz. Theme by Nick Sena. Additional music by Pontus Berghe. Theme Vocals by THEY/LIVE (https://instagram.com/theyylivve / https://sptfy.com/QrDm). Cover Art by Pedro Correa: (https://pedrocorrea.com) https://qaapodcast.com QAA was known as the QAnon Anonymous podcast.

Explore the fascinating history of skepticism during the European witch hunts, as figures like Andrés Fernández de Laguna and Reginald Scot questioned mainstream beliefs about witchcraft. Learn about Alonso de Salazar Frías, who saved many from wrongful executions by instituting high standards of proof. The discussion connects these historical events to modern narratives, pondering the ongoing relevance of demonization language. Get ready for a mix of dark facts and whimsical anecdotes about the bizarre realities of the Spanish Inquisition!

Brian Thompson, the CEO of the health insurance company UnitedHealthcare, was shot and killed in Midtown Manhattan on December 4th. Five days later, police arrested Luigi Mangione as a suspect in the killing at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Liv, Julian, and Travis discuss the ideological waters that Magione swam in and how this incident proves that everyone is an online investigator. Plus we explore the reaction to the killing, which includes a surprising amount of AO3 fan fiction. Finally, we break down the popular claim that there’s a special connection between the killing and the number 286, which isn’t as impressive when closely examined. Subscribe for $5 a month to get all the premium episodes: https://www.patreon.com/qaa Editing by Corey Klotz. Theme by Nick Sena. Additional music by Pontus Berghe. Theme Vocals by THEY/LIVE (https://instagram.com/theyylivve / https://sptfy.com/QrDm). Cover Art by Pedro Correa: (https://pedrocorrea.com) https://qaapodcast.com QAA was known as the QAnon Anonymous podcast. REFERENCES Discover, Defend, Desire https://archiveofourown.org/works/61349623/chapters/156809128

Tanner Boyle, creator of 'Getting Spooked,' dives into the bizarre tale of the Gulf Breeze 6—six military intelligence officers who went AWOL, guided by a Ouija board, claiming they were on a divine mission to stop Armageddon. The conversation uncovers their ties to UFO phenomena and the strange psychological dynamics at play. Tanner explores the intersections of military secrecy and paranormal beliefs, raising questions about reality, human nature, and the enduring mystery of their actions.

The hosts tackle the hilariously odd concept of Hulk Hogan as Santa Claus in a 1996 film. They blend nostalgic childhood memories with sharp critiques of Hogan's leap from wrestling star to political figure. With a dose of humor, they explore wrestling's broader cultural impact and Hogan's colorful controversies, creating a satirical look at a celebrity whose life is anything but ordinary. Listeners are in for a wild ride filled with laugh-out-loud moments and intriguing anecdotes!

Andrew Fishman, Head of The Intercept Brasil, joins Caio Almendra, the outlet's editor, to dissect Brazil's chaotic political landscape. They delve into a bizarre assassination plot tied to the World Cup and the fallout from Bolsonaro's supporters' coup attempt. The conversation humorously critiques military ineptitude and the absurdities of protests, while exploring the powerful influence of cattle ranching and the rise of evangelical churches in politics. Prepare for a captivating blend of insight and satire as they navigate Brazil's tumultuous atmosphere.

Pokémon Go is more than a worldwide craze that inspired millions to hunt Zigzagoons through smartphone-enabled alternate reality. According to intelligence officials in several countries, it’s also an information security threat. Since the game’s release by game developer Niantic in 2016, people have pondered the potential uses of the data that’s collected by aspiring PokéMasters as they meander outside and scan virtual PokéStops. Travis, Jake, Julian, and Liv dive into why a children’s game about collecting fighting pets has inspired such paranoia. Including how Niantic’s startup ancestor Keyhole, Inc. was saved from bankruptcy by the CIA, how Niantic’s former parent company Google committed one of the worst data privacy violations in history through the “Wi-Spy” scandal, and Niantic’s recent announcement that Pokemon Go data is being used to produce an artificial intelligence system they call a Large Geospatial Model (LGM). Gotta Catch ‘Em All! And by “Em All” we mean “massive amounts of data from everyone’s smartphones for undisclosed purposes.” Subscribe for $5 a month to get all the premium episodes: https://www.patreon.com/qaa Editing by Julian Feeld. Theme by Nick Sena. Additional music by Pontus Berghe. Theme Vocals by THEY/LIVE (https://instagram.com/theyylivve / https://sptfy.com/QrDm). Cover Art by Pedro Correa: (https://pedrocorrea.com) https://qaapodcast.com QAA was known as the QAnon Anonymous podcast. REFERENCES Consumer Watchdog. Lost In The Cloud: Google And the US Government https://insidegoogle.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/GOOGGovfinal012411.pdf Gawker. Pokemon Go Is A Government Surveillance Psyop Conspiracy https://web.archive.org/web/20160712023458/http://blackbag.gawker.com/pokemon-go-is-a-government-surveillance-psyop-conspirac-1783461240 Pando. Oakland emails give another glimpse into the Google-Military-Surveillance Complex https://web.archive.org/web/20150819032041/https://pando.com/2014/03/07/the-google-military-surveillance-complex/ Financial Times. Lunch with the FT: Pokémon Go creator John Hanke https://www-ft-com.ezp-prod1.hul.harvard.edu/content/596ec790-afe8-11e6-9c37-5787335499a0 Dalton, Craig M. "Sovereigns, spooks, and hackers: An early history of Google geo services and map mashups." Cartographica: The International Journal for Geographic Information and Geovisualization 48.4 (2013): 261-274. Kilday, Bill. Never lost again: The Google mapping revolution that sparked new industries and augmented our reality. Harper Business, 2018. Wes’s Blog. My Personal Journey On Google Earth https://westhierry.blogspot.com/2008/07/my-personal-journey-on-google-earth.html Intercept. Privacy Scandal Haunts Pokemon Go CEO https://theintercept.com/2016/08/09/privacy-scandal-haunts-pokemon-gos-ceo/ CJR. Poor coverage of Google’s Street View scandal settlement https://www.cjr.org/the_audit/misleading_coverage_of_street.php RFI. Pokemon Go to jail - Frenchman nabbed hunting Pokemon on Indonesian military base. https://www.rfi.fr/en/asia-pacific/20160719-pokemon-go-jail-frenchman-nabbed-hunting-pokemon-indonesian-military-base CIA Office of Security. Are you At An Agency Facility? Pokemon NO! https://www.cia.gov/readingroom/docs/are%20you%20at%20an%20agency%20faci%5B15210727%5D.pdf Foreign Policy. The Great Pokemon Go Spy Panic. https://foreignpolicy.com/2024/11/29/pokemongo-cia-nsa-intelligence-spying/ Niantic Labs. Building a Large Geospatial Model to Achieve Spatial Intelligence https://nianticlabs.com/news/largegeospatialmodel

Talia Lavin, author of "Wild Faith: How the Christian Right Is Taking Over America," delves into the troubling rise of rightwing evangelical Christians and their political influence. She discusses the intersections of faith, politics, and extremism, shedding light on the Christian Patriarchy and its harmful impact on women and children. Lavin also explores how extremist beliefs have found fertile ground in online conspiracy theories, all while keeping the conversation engaging with anecdotes ranging from moldy bagels to social media experiences.