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Newspeak Decoded

Newspeak Decoded

By: National Media Archive
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 How language shapes the news — and what they’re really telling you.Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Politics & Government
Episodes
  • The Hacker Who Embarrassed the Pentagon

    The Hacker Who Embarrassed the Pentagon
    Aug 23 2025
    Gary McKinnon, a British hacker with Asperger’s syndrome, infiltrated 97 US government computers from 2001–2002 seeking UFO evidence. Leaving taunting messages, he exposed poor security but faced extradition and up to 60 years in prison. His mother led a tireless campaign, citing his mental health, which ultimately stopped his extradition in 2012, leading to changes in UK law. McKinnon now lives freely in England but cannot leave for fear of US prosecution.

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    • Crime & Corruption (True Crime)
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    17 mins
  • Paul Dirac: The Quiet Genius Who Predicted Antimatter

    Paul Dirac: The Quiet Genius Who Predicted Antimatter
    Aug 16 2025
    Paul Dirac, a brilliant yet introverted physicist, revolutionized quantum mechanics by formulating the Dirac equation, predicting the existence of antimatter. Despite a difficult childhood and personal struggles, his theoretical work led to the discovery of the positron and earned him the Nobel Prize. Dirac's legacy endures, even as he grappled with self-doubt, leaving an indelible mark on science and our understanding of the universe's symmetry.

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    • Power & Influence
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    • Wealth & Finance
    • Erotic Audio
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    • Crime & Corruption (True Crime)
    • Knowledge & Ideas
    • History & Legacy
    • News, Culture & Society
    • Technology & Innovation
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    13 mins
  • Elon Musk's Relentless Drive at SpaceX

    Elon Musk's Relentless Drive at SpaceX
    Aug 9 2025
    Elon Musk's urgency to reach Mars drives his intense focus on efficiency, exemplified by his 'idiot index' metric to minimize production costs at SpaceX. His demanding leadership style pushes employees to excel, sometimes at personal cost, but also inspires unwavering dedication. Despite setbacks, Musk’s vision and resilience have propelled SpaceX’s breakthroughs, underscoring his belief that achieving monumental goals requires relentless effort and sacrifice.

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    • Power & Influence
    • Luxury & Prestige
    • Wealth & Finance
    • Erotic Audio
    • Personal Growth & Achievement
    • Crime & Corruption (True Crime)
    • Knowledge & Ideas
    • History & Legacy
    • News, Culture & Society
    • Technology & Innovation
    • Exploration & Wonder
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    11 mins
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