38 episodes

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.

Subtle Propaganda Rob, Drew, Mike, and Joe

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 13 Ratings

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?

    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!

    • 1 hr 3 min
    Crabs In A Bucket

    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!

    • 1 hr 9 min
    Taxation anti-virus

    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? 

    • 1 hr 8 min
    How many Cicadas can you eat?

    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.

    • 1 hr 8 min
    The Boys Are Back In Town

    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!

    • 2 hr 1 min
    Fauci freedom and free-riders

    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).

    • 1 hr 57 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
13 Ratings

13 Ratings

Anzell88 ,

My daily crack

Solid input from a think tank that could take over the world. Luckily they tape it for our listening pleasure. Keep up the good work.

raccmom ,

Subtle Propaganda

It like eavesdropping on your friends conversation. Interesting, funny & thought provoking all at once.

ck.stone2 ,

Entertaining & Thought Provoking

They cover it all...from the most obscure to the hottest news happening now. They provide a realistic view and make you think in ways you haven’t before. Entertaining and thought provoking! Great job, guys!

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