Timcast IRL · August 12, 2023 · 2h 0m
Timcast IRL #838 Maui Fire Sparks Conspiracy About Direct Energy Weapon Starting Fire w/Paul Ingrassia
Episode Recap
Timcast IRL episode #838 aired on August 12, 2023, with Tim Pool hosting alongside co-hosts and guest Paul Ingrassia. The episode opened with an ad read for BetMGM Casino before diving into the devastating Maui wildfires that had occurred. Tim discussed conspiracy theories circulating about directed energy weapons being used to start the fires, while emphasizing that most circulating videos and photos were fake. The conversation explored the reality that lasers have been fired from satellites over Hawaii earlier in the year, raising questions about whether such technology could cause accidental or intentional damage. Tim noted that while fires often start from natural causes like power lines, the discussion touched on the future of warfare and directed energy weapons. The show also covered Tucker Carlson's interview with the former Capitol Police chief revealing that National Guard troops were barred from entering during January 6th, reigniting discussions about the stand-down order. Paul Ingrassia was introduced as a sub stack writer who supports President Trump, a law clerk with McBride Law Firm representing January 6th defendants and Andrew and Tristan Tate in their Florida civil lawsuit. Robbie Mann, Phil Labonte, Hannah Clare Brimlaw, and Serge also joined the panel discussion.
TL;DR
- →Tim Pool discussed the devastating Maui wildfires and conspiracy theories about directed energy weapons, noting most viral photos and videos claiming to show lasers are fake
- →The conversation explored the reality that lasers have been fired from satellites over Hawaii earlier in 2023, raising questions about whether such technology could start fires
- →Tim addressed Tucker Carlson's interview revealing the former Capitol Police chief was barred from bringing in the National Guard during January 6th
- →Paul Ingrassia was introduced as a Trump-supporting sub stack writer and law clerk representing January 6th defendants and the Tate brothers
- →The panel discussed Hunter Biden's plea deal being revoked and various ongoing political scandals
- →Tim promoted Cast Brew Coffee and membership options for uncensored content on timcast.com
Key Moments
- 0:00Opening and BetMGM AdIntro with BetMGM Casino commercial read, followed by opening news discussion
- 0:29Maui Fire IntroductionTim Pool begins discussing the devastating Maui wildfires and early conspiracy theories
- 1:21Directed Energy Weapons DiscussionDeep dive into conspiracy theories about satellites and lasers being used to start fires
- 2:30Tucker Carlson StoryCoverage of Tucker Carlson's interview about National Guard being barred during January 6th
- 3:19Paul Ingrassia IntroductionGuest Paul Ingrassia introduced as Trump-supporting sub stack writer and attorney
- 4:16Panel IntroductionsRobbie Mann, Phil Labonte, Hannah Clare Brimlaw, and Serge join the discussion
Notable Quotes
“We got a bunch of news tonight. As many of you are aware, there were devastating fires in Maui. And they're saying it may have been caused by electrical lines. Not completely sure. Many people lost their lives, so we hope everybody's safe.”
— Tim Pool · opening discussion of Maui wildfires
“I do think it's important to consider that we know for a fact lasers are fired from satellites. And there's a question of whether or not they're powerful enough to cause any damage, whether accidentally or otherwise. And that brings us into the topic of World War Three and the future of weapons.”
— Tim Pool · main discussion on directed energy weapons
“I write a sub stack. Many of you may know me on Twitter. I've been promoting President Trump for quite a while now, and he seems to really like my writings.”
— Paul Ingrassia · guest introduction
“Police were waving people in. So we'll talk about that and a whole lot more.”
— Tim Pool · discussion of January 6th Capitol incident
“And we're going to be running that ad quite a bit. So if you want to support the show, you can go to Casper.com, buy our coffee, but also go to timcast.com, click join us, become a member.”
— Ian Crossland · co-host closing pitch