The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky is a podcast that I am hosting with Becky Scherr.
Originally called The Brodkorb Report, The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky provides a unique insight into politics, policies, and news of the day by injecting humor, personal stories, and blunt analysis of the political environment – all with a refreshing and entertaining perspective.
While I’m no stranger to sharing my analysis and commentary about politics on both sides of the aisle, Becky Scherr has spent the last decade working behind the scenes. She will take a new opportunity to share a unique view – and serve as the podcast’s co-host.
Below are all episodes of The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky. This page will be updated weekly with new episodes.
In this episode of ‘The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky,’ hosts Becky Scherr and Michael Brodkorb delve into the astonishing story of Signalgate.
Joined by crisis management expert Bryan Strawser, Principal and CEO of Bryghtpath, they explore the recent security debacle involving senior U.S. officials accidentally sharing sensitive military information on the Signal app.
With revelations from The Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg and various political responses, this episode provides a comprehensive breakdown of the incident, its implications, and its ethical considerations.
Please tune in to understand how this modern-day SNL skit turned into a serious national security issue and what it means for future government communications.
- 00:00 Introduction to the podcast
- 00:22 Special Guest: Bryan Strawser
- 01:03 Programming Note: New Streaming Schedule
- 01:45 Signal Gate: The Unfolding Chaos
- 03:45 Understanding Signal: A Secure Messaging App
- 10:05 The Atlantic Article: A Shocking Revelation
- 12:16 Casual Conversations with Serious Consequences
- 23:09 The Fallout: Responses and Reactions
- 26:34 The Art of Apologies
- 27:12 Operational Information and Security Breaches
- 27:27 The Goldberg Article and Its Fallout
- 28:22 Casual Conversations and Policy Discussions
- 29:11 Potential Consequences of Information Leaks
- 32:10 Espionage Act and Legal Implications
- 36:56 Journalistic Integrity and Responsibility
- 40:11 Signal App and Presidential Records Act
- 42:51 Final Thoughts and Accountability
The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode next week!
