Ball of Thread
emptywheel's Marcy WheelerIndependent journalist Marcy Wheeler unwinds the true story of the attack on democracy that is bringing the United States to the brink of fascism.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 39 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||
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- How did we get here?
Fantastic (tho painfully real) plumbing through the depths of depravity that, turns out, is now our horrorstory U.S. government. Head-spinning alone how much archival material is blended in to make for a rich audio experience. Thank you for putting this series together as a record of our nightmare.
Apple Podcasts5sharpkmcm
United States9 months ago - Ball of Threads is excellent!
The last 2 episodes really bring the series together. The story of Trump/Russia is very dense and complicated, with huge chunks still unknown, and it is, frighteningly, an ongoing problem, as we learn by the day. Thank you, Marcy Wheeler
Apple Podcasts5Askin’LAUnited States9 months ago - One for the History books
Marcy Wheeler is probably (aside perhaps from Jack Smith) the person with the most in-depth and encyclopedic knowledge of Trump’s crimes since 2016 and is one of the few humans smart enough and dedicated enough to document, put together, and narrate all the threads to show how deliberate and elaborate was the planning and execution of Trump’s successful assault on American democracy, with the help of white supremacists, foreign adversaries and corrupt lawyers and judges. Regardless of what happe... more
Apple Podcasts5SL_~
Canada10 months ago - Not good
Was excited for this but it’s unlistenable. She’s a great writer and I’m in line with her worldview, angles of analysis etc… but this podcast is an Incomprehensible string of sound-ups. Needs a producer to give it form and structure. It’s a mess.
Apple Podcasts1Burrdawg23United Statesa year ago - Episode 6 really ties it together
I was hoping Marcy would do an episode on the Mueller Report. And so glad you did. Clarity on this I had never heard before along with a lot of Easter eggs to enjoy.
Apple Podcasts5MalfalfaUnited Statesa year ago
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The content explores the multifaceted crises confronting democracy in the United States, focusing on the political machinations behind key issues such as government shutdowns, authoritarianism, and election integrity. Through critical analysis and discussions of current events, the episodes unravel the strategies employed by political figures and institutions that threaten democratic norms, particularly in the context of the Trump administration and its interactions with foreign powers. Listeners can expect a deep dive into pressing political issues, with a focus on maintaining civil liberties and combating misinformation in an increasingly polarized society. Unique features include a meticulous examination of whistleblower accounts and soc... more
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2. Ed Cosantine
3. Rachel Maddow
4. Lev Parnas
5. Joe Biden
6. Hunter Biden
7. George Papadopoulos
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