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25 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 8 years ago - ★★★★ - 3 ratingsBringing you the news that the news isn't covering
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THE FINAL BLENDOVER
December 12, 2015 19:43 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBBlendover Episode 178: The time has come to say goodbye. The Blendover podcast is coming to a close. Aaron and Greg join in for one last show, where it is discussed why the show is ending, & what is in store for the future. Additionally, they dive in for one last rant of what’s going […]
The Richard Glossip Case
October 03, 2015 16:20 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBBlendover Episode 176: In 2014, Blendover correctly predicted there would be catastrophe with capital punishment in Oklahoma. Now, the legality of the lethal injection chemicals has been questioned, as Richard Glossip was granted a stay by Governor Fallin mere minutes before his execution. We examine his controversial case – and the legal issues of Oklahoma’s […]
Almost Human
September 26, 2015 16:36 - 1 hour - 97.4 MBBlendover Episode 176: After a short break, Blendover is back, and we jump into our new episode looking at the landmark discovery of Homo Naledi – the new “almost human” species found in South Africa. The exciting discovery adds a new link to the chain of our evolution, but some scientists aren’t too sure about […]
Torrenting a Ripper!
August 22, 2015 16:22 - 59 minutes - 55.1 MBBlendover Episode 175: Blendover returns after a short break, and this week we kick off the show looking into a reversal of copyright law in the United Kingdom. The change in law essentially makes it illegal for anyone to rip their CDs (or other media) using iTunes, or any other type of media software with […]
Anything Goes
August 01, 2015 15:53 - 1 hour - 72.9 MBBlendover Episode 174: This edition of Blendover is a special episode, where we take a break from the “No Go Zone” and introduce a new feature to the show: “Anything Goes”. First up, we look at the unusual story of a baby earning a lifetime hunting permit in the United States, and then return to […]
Satan Rock City
July 18, 2015 17:33 - 1 hour - 95.2 MBBlendover Episode 173: Controversy seems to follow The Satanic Temple wherever it goes. After the Oklahoma Supreme Court ruled for the removal of the Ten Commandments monument, the Temple eyed Arkansas as a new potential site for their infamous Baphomet statue, while the organization faces religious fury in Detroit where it’s set to be unveiled. […]
Girl Scouts Stand for Transgender Rights
July 04, 2015 15:25 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBBlendover Episode 172: Girl Scouts in Washington recently received a donation of $100,000, from a donor who demanded a guarantee that it would not be used to support transgender girls. In response, the Girl Scouts RETURNED the money, opened a fundraiser, tripled the money, & stated “We won’t exclude ANY girl”. Blendover discusses the story. […]
Dallas Shootout: The James Boulware Case
June 20, 2015 15:28 - 57 minutes - 53.3 MBBlendover Episode 171: Last week, a man in an armored van he had purchased from eBay pulled up outside the Dallas Police Department and opened fire. The event was captured on cellphone footage from shocked residents in the area. But for some reason, compared to other news, this didn’t get much coverage. Blendover asks: why? […]
The Genesis Doctrine
June 13, 2015 15:50 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBBlendover Episode 170: Recent reports have revealed that schools in Louisiana have also been using the Bible in their Science classes – specifically the Book of Genesis in Biology. The news has reignited the evolution vs creationism arguments. Blendover looks into the story. Our Craniumelody artist this episode is Uppermost. Topics Discussed: Louisiana: Creationism vs […]
The Bahar Mustafa Controversy
June 06, 2015 16:07 - 1 hour - 63.7 MBBlendover Episode 169: A surge of articles about a Diversity Officer from Goldsmiths University, Bahar Mustafa, erupted over the last few weeks after she allegedly banned white men from a diversity event, & tweeted #KillAllWhiteMen. Blendover investigates to find out what actually happened. Our Craniumelody band this episode is GrimWolf. Topics Discussed: The Bahar Mustafa […]
#FreeTheNipple
May 30, 2015 15:55 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBBlendover Episode 168: Fox News recently displayed a piece of artwork by Pablo Picasso, and their producers decided to censor and blur out the nipples! We discuss the unnecessary censorship as well as the reaction from people across the world – and how it all ties in to the #FreeTheNipple movement. Our Craniumelody band this […]
Shelved: Of Books and Bans
May 09, 2015 15:40 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBBlendover Episode 167: It is hard to believe, but in this day and age of 2015, there are people out there still trying to ban books. Two novels in particular, “Of Mice and Men” by John Steinbeck, and “The Kite Runner” by Khaled Hosseini, are currently facing removal from some US schools. Blendover discusses these […]
YOU OLD BAG
May 03, 2015 15:46 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBBlendover Episode 166: In an effort to strive for an “environmentally friendly” Europe, the EU has voted to limit the use of thin plastic bags in shops across the union. In several EU nations, plastic bags are provided in stores free-of-charge – but all that is about to change – Blendover looks into the new […]
PATRIOT ACTors
April 25, 2015 15:26 - 56 minutes - 52 MBBlendover Episode 165: It’s been nearly 14 years since the USA PATRIOT Act was signed into law. And since that time, much controversy has surrounded the legislation. Now, as it comes close to its expiry, Mitch McConnell has introduced a bill to reauthorize the Patriot Act until 2020. Our Craniumelody band this week is Zimmers […]
The San Francisco Police Texting Scandal
April 18, 2015 16:14 - 1 hour - 76.4 MBBlendover Episode 164: A scandal has erupted in California, where several officers from the San Francisco Police Department have been caught sending racist and homophobic text messages to each other. And now, the word is that the culprits may go unpunished. Blendover looks into the story. Our Craniumelody band this week is MEJIBRAY Topics Discussed: […]
The Tyler Kost Case
April 11, 2015 15:40 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBBlendover Episode 163: This week we examine the case of 19-year-old Tyler Kost, accused of 30 counts of sexual assault against 13 different alleged victims… a case in which evidence has emerged Kost may have been setup in elaborate collusion by the alleged victims. We discuss the controversy, and examine Kost’s character for more insight. […]
Ban the Box
March 28, 2015 16:48 - 1 hour - 66 MBBlendover Episode 161: Ban the Box: it’s a movement across the United States, yet some of you may not have heard of it. The campaigns are seeking to remove the “Convicted Felon” box from Employment Applications, and now there’s rumor that Obama may mandate the removal via Executive Order… Our Craniumelody band this week is […]
Stingray is Tracking You
March 22, 2015 16:08 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBBlendover Episode 161: It can take data from your phone, and write data to your phone, and you wouldn’t even know it. It can drain your battery purposely, and track your location. It’s called Stingray and law enforcement across the USA are using it on the public currently – and without warrants. Our Craniumelody band […]
PI DAY at the Circus
March 14, 2015 17:56 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBBlendover Episode 160: As we cross the boundary of Episode 160 on Pi Day 2015, we look into the ongoing issues surrounding wild animals in traveling circuses. Tory backbencher politicians this week blocked legislation that would have banned wild animals in circuses. We discuss the issue in depth. And our Craniumelody artist this week is […]
Question Everything
March 07, 2015 17:22 - 1 hour - 76.4 MBBlendover Episode 159: Naomi Wolf recently discussed the current state of the mainstream news in the US in 2015, and how it’s being affected by new laws in the USA that allow propagandizing of the public. It highlights the importance of podcasts like Blendover, & why you should QUESTION EVERYTHING! Also, our Craniumelody artists this […]
Fox News is Killing Me
February 28, 2015 18:13 - 1 hour - 93.7 MBBlendover Episode 158: Recently, Jon Stewart announced he is leaving The Daily Show, the show he hosted for over 15 years. On one episode, he implied one of his reasons was that Fox News was “killing” him. Granted, it was jest… but it opens up many discussion points. Blendover examines this, & the role of […]
Hitler Goes To Argentina
February 21, 2015 17:35 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBBlendover Episode 157: The accepted account of Adolf Hitler’s fate at the end of World War II was that he committed suicide on 04/30/1945. Despite this, conspiracy theories surrounding his escape have persisted for years. Now, in a twist, new FBI documents reveal he had escaped to Argentina after the war. We review the theories […]
Facebook: “Your Name is Fake”
February 14, 2015 17:17 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBBlendover Episode 156: You know how Facebook supposedly has systems in place to ensure you’re not using a fake name? It turns out that the systems are backfiring – several Native Americans, some with traditional names, are being told by Facebook that their names are fake! We look into this farce and find out what’s […]
Copyright Law and Wheeler’s Net Neutrality
February 07, 2015 18:25 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBBlendover Episode 155: Tom Wheeler of the FCC announced his Net Neutrality laws this week – and coincidentally the US Copyright Office also announced proposals for altering copyright law. We examine what the real issues actually are when it comes to the Internet overall, and what we should be doing about it. Our Craniumelody artist […]
The War on Encryption
January 24, 2015 19:24 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBBlendover Episode 154: After the fallout of the Charlie Hebdo attack, political leaders are now pushing for the end of encryption on the internet – an end to YOUR privacy. The push is spreading across the globe, from the FBI in the USA, to David Cameron in the UK, and to new calls in the […]