It Could Happen Here

Matt Lieb, a comedian and Hasbara expert, continues his series about Hasbara. The podcast discusses debunking myths and propaganda surrounding Israel and Palestine, the unequal distribution of agricultural lands, navigating criticism and misconceptions, the relationship between Israel and anti-Semitism, and the Israeli government's use of propaganda. The episode also introduces new comedy podcast Bad Has Barra and urges listeners to address the ongoing genocide in Palestine.

Guest host Matt Lieb discusses Hasbara propaganda and its impact. They share their experiences of the birthright trip as an apartheid propaganda tour and delve into the concept of Hasbara, its origins, and its role in shaping Israel's narrative. They explore the revival of Hebrew language in Israel and the appropriation of words from Arabic. The effectiveness of Hezbollah in shaping perceptions and Israel's exploitation of LGBTQ+ struggle are also discussed.

The podcast discusses the disruptive tactics of online white supremacists at city council meetings, their influence across the nation, and the negative consequences on public forums. It also explores the challenges cities face in balancing security and accessibility during public meetings.

The podcast discusses the autobiographical fiction novel of a conspiracy theorist who decapitated his father. Topics include gangstalking, media's influence, mysterious occurrences on a farm, bizarre stories, and violent encounters in restaurants.

Justin Mohn, a self published author and musician, beheaded his father to start a war against Biden. The podcast explores Mohn's book and video, his extremist views, conspiracy theories, and bizarre behavior. It also discusses online threats versus real-world threats and the troubling trend of violence.

A podcast discusses 'The Yellow Wallpaper' by Charlotte Perkins Gilman, a classic feminist horror story about the madness caused by patriarchy. The narrator's intense dislike for the flamboyant yellow wallpaper in her room and her husband's lack of understanding. The narrator's exhaustion and growing fondness for the room despite the disturbing wallpaper. The chapter also includes advertisements from multiple sponsors.

Unionization efforts in donut shops, mistreatment and mishandled sexual assault allegations, Texas National Guard and Border Patrol conflict, corruption in the US Defense Department, activities of white supremacist group Patriot Front, legal challenges with social media platform Gab, misconceptions about China being Maoist

The podcast explores the connection between China's current leader, Xi Jinping, and Mao Zedong. It contrasts Deng and Xi's approaches to socialism and the failure of the Cultural Revolution. It delves into campaign-style mobilizations in China and the technocratic governance system. The podcast also discusses methods of relocating people in China and the fear of popular mobilization in Chinese political leaders.

Molly Conger and Garrison discuss lawsuits against far-right group Patriot Front, tackling controversial activities, legal troubles, and the historical relevance of the Ku Klux Klan Act. They delve into a lawsuit over vandalizing an Arthur Ashe mural, the process of serving a lawsuit, the rise of Gab as a platform for white supremacists, and legal implications of Rousseau's video. The hosts also share their amusement with Patriot Front and promote mystery and comedy podcasts.

Topics discussed in this podcast include port militarization resistance in the anti-war movement, police militarization during protests, disrupting pipelines and ports, dire conditions at open-air detention centers, diverse groups and dedicated volunteers, mental health and Gen Z optimism, right-wing attacks, alignment of far-right beliefs with libertarianism, disturbing incidents influenced by right-wing media, mixed reactions to the death of Henry Kissinger, and geopolitical reflections on China.