Digital Social Hour Podcast Summary Episode: Roger Stone Reveals: How Big Tech Censorship Really Works | Roger Stone DSH #1019 Release Date: December 26, 2024 Host: Sean Kelly
Introduction
In the December 26, 2024 episode of the Digital Social Hour podcast, host Sean Kelly engages in a candid and incisive conversation with renowned political strategist Roger Stone. The episode delves deep into the intricate dynamics of modern politics, the pervasive influence of dark money, the challenges posed by Big Tech censorship, and Stone's personal legal battles. Through a series of thought-provoking discussions, listeners gain a comprehensive understanding of the current political landscape and the forces shaping it.
Dark Money in Democratic Campaigns
Roger Stone begins by addressing the rampant issue of dark money within Democratic campaigns. He asserts that the Democratic Party has been significantly bolstered by illicit financial contributions, which undermine the integrity of the electoral process.
- Roger Stone (00:50): "No, I think that they have been turbocharged. First of all, they are dealing with billions of dollars of dark money received millions of fraudulent contributions."
Stone emphasizes the need for stringent prosecution of these illegal contributions, citing a specific instance involving a female Senate candidate in Florida.
- Roger Stone (01:07): "The woman who ran for the Senate In Florida raised 37 million. I can prove you. 30 million of that is illegal. She should be arrested tomorrow morning and prosecuted. She would be if she were a Republican."
He further elaborates on the tactics used to conceal these contributions, such as smurfing and platforms like ActBlue.
- Roger Stone (03:30): "George Soros gives money to blue. They take your name and they show that you got. You send 50 contributions right now when we go to your doorstep and say, hey, what about these contributions showing that you. I didn't give any contributions. What are you talking about? Yeah, it's called smurfing."
Stone expresses confidence in the ongoing investigations, mentioning that 19 individual attorney generals are probing these illicit activities.
- Roger Stone (03:51): "I have 19 individual attorney generals investigating them. Yes, people need to be prosecuted and sent to jail."
Influence of Big Tech and Censorship
The conversation shifts to the role of Big Tech in shaping political narratives and censoring dissenting voices. Stone criticizes platforms like Facebook for their biased actions against conservative figures.
- Roger Stone (06:12): "Due to that, without any question. That's why they're so apoplectic against Elon. You lost your monopoly on social media."
He recounts personal experiences with being banned from Facebook, highlighting the prevalence of fake Roger Stones that propagate misinformation.
- Roger Stone (07:16): "There are many actually, on Twitter, but there's one who's. Or X one who's particularly obnoxious. And they're clever. So they take what you post, and they post it so it looks like it's you, but then they intersperse their crap within it."
Stone discusses the challenges in combating fake accounts, noting the slow response from platforms despite his efforts to report them.
- Roger Stone (07:43): "Yes, but it takes forever."
He advocates for holding these platforms accountable for their role in disseminating false information and silencing conservative voices.
Historical Political Analysis
Drawing parallels between past and present political figures, Stone compares the leadership styles of Nixon, Reagan, and Trump, focusing on their confrontations with the Deep State.
- Roger Stone (07:58): "Very much so, but different. Like Reagan, Trump is more of a big picture guy, more interested in the big picture, less interested in the details."
He recounts Nixon's downfall due to clashes with intelligence agencies, suggesting a similar pattern with Trump.
- Roger Stone (08:35): "Nixon was taken down, as we now know from declassified documents by the CIA, who knew well in advance about the break in at the Watergate."
Stone expresses optimism about Trump's potential to dismantle the Deep State, contingent on the support of his allies.
- Roger Stone (09:01): "He has the power to do it. I believe he has the will to do it. Now the question is, will he get the people around him to do it?"
Media Critique
A significant portion of the discussion critiques mainstream media outlets, accusing them of bias and misinformation.
- Roger Stone (10:03): "Well, let's see. I like, resist the mainstream. I like Breitbart, obviously. I like Gateway Pundit a lot. I like Infowars."
Stone criticizes established networks like CNN and MSNBC, suggesting they are losing credibility and viewership as audiences turn to alternative news sources.
- Roger Stone (10:28): "If you're. If you spend time there, you will learn things you didn't know. I feel sorry for the people who are running around still thinking the COVID 19 vaccination was both safe and effective."
He vehemently opposes the manipulation of public opinion through controlled narratives, particularly concerning the COVID-19 vaccination.
- Roger Stone (11:01): "If it's true, as I read yesterday, that Pfizer switched out the formula for their COVID 19 vaccination, which had been approved for emergency use for a more toxic formula, people need to go to prison."
Legal Struggles and Persecution
Roger Stone delves into his personal legal challenges, recounting the unfounded allegations of Russian collusion and the subsequent legal maneuvers that he believes were unjust.
- Roger Stone (12:03): "I have to finish the book about the ordeal of being persecuted and squeezed to bear false witness against Trump."
He criticizes the handling of the Mueller investigation, asserting that crucial exculpatory evidence was withheld from his defense.
- Roger Stone (12:48): "We know why. Because once we got it through a federal lawsuit, Mueller himself admits that he found no evidence of Russian collusion or WikiLeaks."
Stone accuses prosecutors like Andrew Weissman of misconduct and obstruction of justice, highlighting past instances where Weissman's verdicts were overturned.
- Roger Stone (13:55): "This is a guy who lied to cover up mob murders when he was a prosecutor in Brooklyn... his award winning verdicts in those trials were unanimously overturned by the Supreme Court and he was tongue lashed for prosecutorial misconduct."
He reflects on the systemic biases within the D.C. and New York jurisdictions, advocating for constitutional reforms to eliminate federal overreach.
- Roger Stone (14:56): "We need to do. Trump needs to do away with the entire D.C. federal jurisdiction. It's not provided for in the Constitution. There is no D.C. prosecutor. D.C. is not a state."
Concluding Thoughts
In wrapping up the episode, Roger Stone shares his future endeavors, including finishing his book that chronicles his legal battles and ongoing efforts to mobilize support against perceived governmental overreach.
- Roger Stone (11:55): "Man, I'm going to. I have to finish the book about the ordeal of being persecuted..."
He underscores the importance of grassroots support and the role of alternative media in fostering political change.
Final Remarks
Sean Kelly and Roger Stone's in-depth discussion offers listeners a window into the complexities of modern American politics, the contentious interplay with Big Tech, and the personal toll of political persecution. Stone's unwavering stance against what he perceives as systemic injustices provides a provocative narrative that challenges mainstream perspectives.
For those seeking to understand the undercurrents of political strategy and media influence, this episode delivers a wealth of insights and actionable perspectives.
Notable Quotes:
- Roger Stone (00:50): "No, I think that they have been turbocharged... billions of dollars of dark money..."
- Roger Stone (01:07): "She should be arrested tomorrow morning and prosecuted. She would be if she were a Republican."
- Roger Stone (03:30): "It's called smurfing."
- Roger Stone (07:58): "Like Reagan, Trump is more of a big picture guy..."
- Roger Stone (10:03): "I like Breitbart, obviously. I like Gateway Pundit a lot. I like Infowars."
- Roger Stone (12:48): "Mueller himself admits that he found no evidence of Russian collusion or WikiLeaks."
- Roger Stone (14:56): "Trump needs to do away with the entire D.C. federal jurisdiction."
This summary encapsulates the essence of Roger Stone's conversation on the Digital Social Hour podcast, highlighting his perspectives on dark money, media bias, legal persecution, and political strategy. Whether you're an established professional or an aspiring entrepreneur, the insights shared in this episode offer valuable lessons on navigating the complex digital and political landscape.
