Subtle Propaganda
Subtle Propaganda
Rob, Drew, Mike, and Joe
Subtle Propaganda is an irreverent and ill-advised discussion of current events, pop culture, news, politics, military culture, video games, and fight videos. Rob, Drew, Mike, and Joe share their opinions on polarizing topics and issues. We invite unfettered discourse and participation. We’re always late, have the hottest takes, best beards, and one of us may be a part of the holy trinity. Whatever we talk about, it’s sure to be from a position of false expertise or subtle propaganda.
COVID passports impount?
In this episode we dive into what seems to be the next step in trying to contain or solve the COVID pandemic and that's the idea of requiring vaccine passports for specific activities. We discussed the idea of it, how it will be implemented and what could be the possible outcomes from this new measure. Hope you all enjoy!
Aug 19, 2021
1 hr 3 min
Crabs In A Bucket
This week it’s a two man show as Rob was out with the Irish flu. Drew and Mike take the reins and dive into Conor McGregor’s recent injury and defeat (2:29)—orthopedic surgeons are making a killing off the UFC. As the Taliban reclaims large swaths of Afghanistan, the boys would be remiss if they didn’t provide a breakdown and their view amongst some other geopolitical items of note (22:30). Wrapping up the hour, Mike and Drew provide some commentary on recent films such as Tomorrow War and Army of the Dead (43:43). We hope you enjoy the new abbreviated format of our episodes and we look forward to our next. Cheers!
Jul 14, 2021
1 hr 9 min
Taxation anti-virus
The gang is back after a protracted break between episodes and dove into the strange life of eccentric millionaire John McAfee. We examine his software career, fame, crimes, his life on the run from the US government, and his eventual demise. Next, we ponder what do you do with tax evaders? (18:00). Rob and Mike discuss how the mafia created the FBI and its impact on society (36:00). Finally, the show ends with a review of movies and a series of questions: What was Tom Hanks's best performance? Is Army of the Dead good? Joe Pesci is the best gangster. Why are documentaries awful? 
Jun 30, 2021
1 hr 8 min
How many Cicadas can you eat?
In this week’s episode, we dive straight in talking about this idea of eating bugs for example cicadas. That brings us down the road of lab-grown meat and the potential for it to become the norm(31:56). We end by talking about the documentary “Alone in the wilderness” and what an incredible story it is(44:45). Finally touching on the navy’s choice not to let football players defer their service to go to the NFL.
Jun 13, 2021
1 hr 8 min
The Boys Are Back In Town
Following a short vacation, we are back to announce college graduations, medical school acceptances and that we missed you all dearly. We open the episode by catching you up on our recent rendezvous and then move to those pesky UFO’s (24:16) ultimately tossing some shade at NDT (41:03). We catch you up on the American Oliver Twist story of the Florida orphans who went to the mattresses with local law enforcement (47:04) and close the hour with Ransomeware (53:11) and Infrastructure (57:00). The 2nd hour is all Covid: Covid lotteries (1:03:13) and show us where the Fauci emails touched you (1:21:41). We wrap up with some normal movie banter. We are stoked to be back and, as always, many thanks for the support everyone!
Jun 9, 2021
2 hr 1 min
Fauci freedom and free-riders
The CDC changing the mask guidelines might have been the most important event last week, but we found an Army recruitment video, "Emma The Calling," that makes the CIA video look like a masterpiece. As a result, we knock down the virtue signal and highlight the shortsightedness of the Army's objective. Next, we discuss the Israel and Palestine conflict and the stupidity of world peace (27:20). Rob and Drew share their love for Julius Caesar (56:54). Epic sued Apple and hilarity ensues (1:12:46). Next, the gang emphasizes the importance of protecting polite speech (1:25:33). Finally, we talk about what really matters. Fauci and the CDC have granted vaccinated freedom, but they might have overlooked the free-rider problem (1:41:45).
May 19, 2021
1 hr 57 min
Episode 32 the sick role
We start this week off by talking about the population decline in California for the first time since the gold rush. Then we move to vaccine passports; how would they work, and are we compromising our liberties (9:00)? Drews goes into the sick role in society (15:30).  Up next is the CIA woke recruitment ad (20:00). Then we discuss the Twitter and facebooks ban on trump (31:10). Are lobbyists good or bad we talk about some of the benefits of them (59:00)? Next, we talk about the population curve in the US and what could be the reason behind the decline (1:17:00). Finally, drew’s give his thought and a new TV show he found and the new game of throne prequel that is being made(1:42:00).
May 12, 2021
1 hr 59 min
One Week Streak
With one week with no televised police shootings the gang brings some variety. Opening with Chris Weidman's horrific injuries we pivot to the current state of fighting (15:45), some technical on the UFC recent IPO (27:11), and what would a UFC talk be without Rogan (34:38) and his recent vaccine woes. Into the second hour we transition to a more governmental tone discussing Caitlin Jenner’s run on the Republican ticket (47:29), Chauvin updates (1:02:06), and police unions (1:24:19). Drew really brings us home as he nukes all of Hollywood and their recent monstrosities! We hit a Mortal Kombat Review (1:35:55) and as for the Oscars--1-star; we simply cannot recommend (1:43:18). Thank to all our loyal listeners, here’s to the podcast being in its 30’s.
May 4, 2021
1 hr 59 min
Stop using your snake brain or you're next!
Another eventful week that provided a myriad of topics to discuss. Joe Rogan's Spotify deal has created a paradigm shift in the podcast world, and his guests suck. The gang discusses international immigration policies and Australia's refugee island (6:37). Next, we highlight bizarre and narcissistic political agendas (21:37). There was another police shooting in Columbus and everyone else has a better way to handle a knife-wielding assailant. Lebron James proves he is a fool and we detail the 21-foot rule and the danger of knives (30:28). Derek Chauvin received the correct verdict but was he held accountable for his actions, no says our lizard brains (49:00). Tribalism leads to siloed thinking and ruins public policy (1:01:50). AI cannot answer moral dilemmas (1:29:19). Navalny gets hungry (1:42:27).  
Apr 26, 2021
1 hr 56 min
The First Round Is On Us--American Gun Culture
This week the gang dives deep on the shootings we’ve been seeing by both law enforcement and mass killers. The episode opens with some humorous commentary on a bobcat attack viral video (2:15), but we quickly transition to police shootings this week (6:10). We spend a majority of the first hour on these shootings, our takes given our experience with firearms, and what we see right and wrong. In the second hour we pivot into gun control issues (1:06:00) and what we see coming down the pike in terms of legislation. We touch on problems in journalism (1:36:00) and wrap up on a high note about the new Lord of the Rings series coming to Amazon (1:46:00). We hope to hear your thoughts on this one—as always thanks for the support!
Apr 20, 2021
2 hr 3 min
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