The Climate Denier's Playbook

The Viral Video That Owned The Libs (feat. Matt Nelsen)


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Every left winger should have their eyes held open and be forced to watch this on repeat until it sinks in. 


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CREDITS 

  • Created by: Rollie Williams, Nicole Conlan & Ben Boult
  • Hosts: Rollie Williams & Nicole Conlan
  • Executive Producer: Ben Boult 
  • Editor: Laura Conte
  • Producers: Daniella Philipson, Irene Plagianos
  • Archival Producer: Margaux Sax
  • Additional Research & Fact Checking: Carly Rizzuto & Canute Haroldson
  • Music: Tony Domenick 
  • Art: Jordan Doll 
  • Special Thanks: The Civil Liberties Defense Center


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