The Flamethrowers
“The Flamethrowers” captures the punch-you-in-the-mouth energy and sound of right-wing talk radio. Host Justin Ling takes us from the fringe preachers and conspiracy peddlers of the 1920s to the political firestorm that rages today. With humour and candour, Ling examines the appeal of broadcasters like Rush Limbaugh, who found a sleeping audience, radicalized it, and became an accidental kingmaker — culminating in the election of Donald Trump.
- Update frequency
- every 8 days
- Average duration
- 35 minutes
- Episodes
- 8
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
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The Flamethrowers Introduces | Aftermath: Hunt for the Anthrax Killer
In the wake of 9/11, anthrax-laced letters unleashed a new wave of terror across the nation. But who was behind the attacks — and why has America nearly forgotten this story?
As government buildings s…
Ep. 6: The Talk Radio President
Donald Trump takes the style, tactics, and issues straight from the right-wing radio playbook. The only question now is: Where does it go from here? For transcripts of this series, please visit: http…
Ep. 5: The Rage Industry
Ep. 4: The Echo Chamber
Ep. 3: The Information Wars
Ep. 2: What A Rush
Ep. 1: The Father of Hate Radio