Dennis A. Brennan joins to discuss his media career and the evolution of journalism. The conversation delves into the rise of biased media personalities and the decline of investigative journalism, examining the impact on public trust and the use of anonymous sources. Brennan reflects on the historical influence of media in politics and the emergence of new media outlets. The episode explores the media's role in shaping public perception and its potential link to violence, highlighting podcasts as modern archives of truth with historical parallels. Brennan's book, "DC Swamp Strikes Back," is promoted, offering further insights into these themes.

(0:00) Introduction of guest Dennis A. Brennan and his book

(0:43) Dennis A. Brennan's media career and the shift in journalism

(5:54) Biased media personalities and decline of investigative journalism

(11:21) Public trust in journalism and anonymous sources

(15:05) Historical media influence in politics

(18:13) Emergence of new media outlets

(21:49) Media's role in shaping public perception and violence

(30:07) Podcasts as archives of truth and historical parallels

(33:08) Book promotion: "DC Swamp Strikes Back"