The Nookular Option: February 15, 2007

Please forgive a bit of background hiss in today's show. Consider it part of the charm of amateur radio. First, due to the heavy snow, Chris advocates camping out in the student union. Then, the Bush administration reaches an agreement with North Korea, employing an innovative technique called "diplomacy". John Bolton blows a gasket; sane people thank God. But, will the Bush administration be able to resolve our differences with Iran non-violently as well? Next, Barack Obama announces he's running for president, drawing out racist comments from Rush, and Glenn Beck. Enjoy a fabulous Rush imitation by Chris. Then, Don and Chris discuss the right wing's odd tactic of appealing to the TV show "24" to support torture policies. In the second half, the boys are pleased to welcome John Walt, presidential candidate. For 2028. No joke. 2008 is, like, sooo yesterday. "The Nookular Option" is way ahead of the curve on covering presidential politics. John sets out his platform, and discusses the ways alternative media will shape future elections and reinvigorate democracy. After the interview, John sticks around to discuss a new Democratic bill to help unions, how dolphins can help with the "War on Terror", and much more.