On February 2, 2024 at 2:58 pm, ANNA NIEMANN wrote:
Greetings dear Mark and Team members one and all - I am so looking forward to hearing your voice this afternoon. Although I have deeply appreciated the efforts in the daily Climate Change on Trial podcasts, I feel in need of "proof of life" and your unique and spontaneous take on events. Can you expound a bit on the anti-SLAPP angle of your defense? It seems to me that this is the essence of Mann's fundamental error: that he wants to strategically litigate against your and Mr. Simberg's public participation. Stay strong! This is a mighty work you are doing.
On February 2, 2024 at 2:59 pm, Roy Eappen wrote:
I hope you are feeling better. I have been quite worried about your health. Given the total lack of evidence, why was this case not dismissed years ago. Is this not the definition of a Slapp suit? What a waster of judicial resources and your time. Can you get court costs when Mann loses?
On February 2, 2024 at 3:00 pm, John Barrett wrote:
Hello Mark,
It seems to me this is case of defamation rather the veracity of his hockey graph. Why didn't the plaintiff bring in "experts" in linguistics or psychology to support his case? And what about the defendants then making their case for "free speech" as their primary defense?
You are doing a great job as your own counsel. We continue to hope and pray for your return to good health.
John
On February 2, 2024 at 3:02 pm, David P wrote:
Hi Mark
Greetings from down under.
I hate to be negative given your stellar performance embarrassing Michael Mann in court.
But it must be a tad galling that all that happens when you and Rand Simberg defeat Mann is that he will appeal the verdict, thereby subjecting you to another $5m or so to make it to the 2035 trial.
Is it a lay down misere that he will have a legal basis for appeal? Or is there a chance that the appeal is rejected and that is the end?
If that's a bit sensitive to include in a podcast, I look forward to hearing the answer at the Steyn Cruise which my wife and I are super-excited to be attending.
All the best
David
PS Just got my Liberty Stick ... it's a cracker.
On February 2, 2024 at 3:03 pm, Ted MN wrote:
Happy weekend Mark. I hope your health is improving. From the snippets I've seen from the trial, it sounds like you are kicking butt and taking names. I'm very impressed with your cross approach. What emotions did you have finally facing off against the despicable Mann? I thought you handled it well. Keep up the good fight.
On February 2, 2024 at 3:04 pm, Chris Hall wrote:
The plaintiff's cross of Wyner on minutiae that delved into issues of renormalization of principal components was mind numbingly tedious for me. And I've actually calculated principal components! Will there be any hazard pay compensation for the jury to have to put up with this?
On February 2, 2024 at 3:05 pm, Dan Phillips wrote:
I thought the statistician's parallel with the person walking down a road, then taking predestined lefts or rights at each fork-was brilliant!
All to make the purported climate
analysis objective "outcome
determinative".
On February 2, 2024 at 3:06 pm, Paul Enterline wrote:
If they don't have proof of damages, how did this fiasco get past summary judgment?
On February 2, 2024 at 3:08 pm, Idaho Bob wrote:
Hi Mark. Perhaps it's a blessing that you get a modest break from the broader civilizational collapse while trapped in the fetid cistern of (your second) DC courtroom. Given your front-row seat at THAT circus, have there been any unexpected revelations about the legal process itself or the crappy locale we call our nation's capital?
On February 2, 2024 at 3:11 pm, Norman Fenton wrote:
You saw that Channel 4 in a recent interview with him (3 Dec 2023) said "Michael Mann, along with other scientists, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007 for his work on climate change." Now while I'm sure you think OFCOM shoud be disbanded (as I do) I'm wondering nevertheless if you think it is worth putting in a formal complaint to them about this blatant lie they presented?
On February 2, 2024 at 3:14 pm, JC of Weston-super-Mare wrote:
Hi Mark, I would have loved to attend in person to witness the Mann case, but your comments about the state of the DC hell hole deterred me from crossing the pond. I do however hope to attend the High Court in London to observe your important case against the free speech party poopers at Ofcom.
Your application is for judicial review of their so called ruling on your alleged breaches of the broadcasting code. Can you comment on the general procedure we can expect to see? For example will the parties depose witnesses & introduce evidence as in a regular trial & do you have any idea how many days the court will timetable for the case?
In the meantime, in between the gripping trial podcasts, I have been listening to some of your "Song of the Week" back catalogue. I particularly enjoyed "It was a very good year" by Ervin Drake & it's transformation from pop folk number to a veritable classic thanks Sinatra's ear for a great song & the appropriate arrangement.
Let's all hope that 2024 becomes a very good year for you too, in every respect.
All the very best,
John Creasey.
On February 2, 2024 at 3:14 pm, JC of Weston-super-Mare wrote:
Mark, a cheeky bonus question. What do you think of Tom Bromhead's depiction of you in Ann & Phelim's excellent podcasts?
I note that he's Australian, hence why he's a tad over the top with the "La-di-dah Gunner Graham" (cf: It ain't half hot mum) English accent
On February 2, 2024 at 3:16 pm, David Graham wrote:
Mark,
I can only begin to imagine the stress this case presents to you, as I still recall the weariness after each day of an eight-day tribunal I had 25 years ago (when I represented myself and won). Then, however, I was young and in perfect health. Sadly, your health is pretty crap right now.
So, I am full of admiration for you - like everyone else in this great club of yours.
I was trying to think of a word to describe you - indefatigable came to mind. However, on second thoughts I think that word has already been used by the larger-than-life character and former MP George Galloway some years ago to describe Saddam Hussein. So, perhaps not!
It may not be one word but I think bloody minded integrity sums it up for me.
You deserve to win this case and I very much hope you do.
I can't be present at this one to support you but as and when you hear the dates for your punch up with the Ofcom brigade, please do let us know as I would be keen if it all possible to travel from Belfast to London to support you over one of the days of the trial.
So, my light hearted question is: are you going for sartorial elegance amongst your supporters (I'm thinking suit and tie) or would you prefer we go for the Viva Steyn T Shirt look?
I can't imagine you giving this much thought to date but I really don't want to let the side down in London!
Perhaps we could even come as the "Mean Man in the supermarket" if we get a photofit image from the good Dr Mann?
Best wishes
David Graham
PS don't let the bastards grind you down!
On February 2, 2024 at 3:17 pm, Chris Davies wrote:
Mark,
I hope you are as well as can be.
You have battered Mann for 15 rounds so the result should not even be a conversation. Except in DC. I have all digits crossed.
What do you make of the spread of the farmers protests across Europe, brought right to the front door of the EU?
The value of the food they produce is surely better than the latest £50Bn earmarked for Ukraine.
Keep well Mark, go and finish the job on Mann next week.
Cheers,
Chris
On February 2, 2024 at 3:20 pm, Russell (Perth Australia) wrote:
Hi Mark,
So the head of NSW Police has said protestors on the steps of the Sydney Opera House were not chanting "Gas the Jews" they were chanting 'Where's the Jews".
I find it almost impossible to believe that anyone would have the nerve to think people would believe this blatant lie. But these are the times we live in - so I'll not be surprised if 50% of Australians believe this crap.
It goes without saying, but I'll say it anyway - best wishes for the right verdict in your current and upcoming trial
On February 2, 2024 at 3:20 pm, Jeff Estes wrote:
Hi Mark, regarding the invasion of America, how soon do you think action will be taken to stem the flow? And, do you expect future elected officials to deport the tens of millions already inside our border? Wishing you continued success and a Happy Groundhog Day. Jeff
On February 2, 2024 at 3:22 pm, Philip Paustian wrote:
May God strengthen you and vanquish all your opponents. But moving on to something completely different, in the novel Submission by Michel Houellebecq which you have mentioned, at least twice, I have 2 questions.
The narrator remarks upon surprise at the Muslims seeming tolerance of alcohol at a Faculty party in the Sorbonne which is still dull due to the absence of women. Do you believe the author is correct that Islamic France will tolerate alcohol or is that wishful thinking?
The novel mentions ZZ-Top in the English translation I read. Is that a device of the translator? If so, what was the FRENCH group that was an equivalent to ZZ-Top? I was surprised that ZZ-Top would have been known in France in 2016 (or before) but I am not well traveled.
Lastly a third question, do you recommend any novels by Huysmans, if so, whose translation or must they be read in French?
On February 2, 2024 at 3:24 pm, Eric Dale wrote:
Mark, and fellow Club members, what are your thoughts on the recent conviction of Joshua Schulte and his sentence of 40 years for leaking CIA information to wiki leaks? Where are the Bradley Manning supporters? Moreover, why is it if you lie on behalf of the right people or agenda you're rewarded, but if you tell the truth that they don't want to get out you're crucified? (The ABC news article also said this guy was in possession of child pornography, which the Pentagon of the 1970's should have thought of when the Pentagon papers were leaked.)
On February 2, 2024 at 3:24 pm, Keith Farrell wrote:
I was delighted to hear your dulcet tones via Webex and even more delighted to hear Mann's 'mistakes', and typos', and 'errors' aired in the courtroom. If, according to Williams, 'correlation' can be taken to prove 'causation' why are excess deaths still being ignored? Certainly,Pfizer won't be seeking his services anytime soon.
On February 2, 2024 at 3:26 pm, Scott Schertzer wrote:
Dear Mark:
Reading and hearing daily drips and drabs about your trial I am curious to know why it took 12 years to get to this point. The case seems pretty straight forward, and all of the facts and "expert" witnesses could have been gathered in a relatively short timeframe. I know that you are fond of referring to the justice system as a sewer... so this sewer must be really backed up for things to have been delayed for a dirty dozen years.
It seems that you are winning on all points and unless this D.C. jury is deaf, dumb and blind (though dumb goes without saying) I expect you will be vindicated while defending the first amendment (and please save your breath and don't go on about the bloody constitution).
Take good care of yourself and the Caribbean awaits!!
Sincerely,
Scott Schertzer
Miami Beach
On February 2, 2024 at 3:28 pm, Jonathan Groves--Dallas, Texas wrote:
Mark,
I read your assisting counsel's "J-MOL" or "No Case to Answer" brief (I like the Ango/Archaic version best) and I do hope the Judge seriously considers it. Just from reading the transcripts, the Judge seemed pretty mad that there was misleading (at best) or false (at worst) evidence presented--and the evidence wasn't even about climate but about cold hard MONEY! When do you expect the judge to make a decision on you and Simberg's motions? Do you think this case will get taken from the Jury? Here's hoping!!!
On February 2, 2024 at 3:30 pm, William Stroock wrote:
Having logged in dozens of hours listening to the trial, here are a few observations:
-Michael Mann's lawyer, John B. Williams, seems like a deeply unpleasant man.
-Dr Abraham Wyner came across as a stone cold expert in statistical analyses, happy to show and explain his findings.
-The actor portraying you in Ann McElhinney and Phelim McAleer reenactments makes you sound like the head of a MI-6 section in a British spy thriller. You may have missed your calling. Can I just hear you say once, 'Gentlemen, I meet with the Prime Minister in 23 minutes. What shall I tell her?'
I'll remember you at shabbot services tonight during the prayer for the sick.
On February 2, 2024 at 3:30 pm, Michael Seth wrote:
Hi Mark, congratulations on surviving another week of American justice and for continuing to expose Dr. Mann and that flea circus he calls a legal team. If it hasn't already been noted, journalist John Hinderacker, who has been attending your trial, had his office firebombed over the weekend. Damage was extensive but the Star Tribune has yet to cover the story and at least one local Democrat politician thinks it's all quite hilarious (see MN Rep Andy Smith's post on X). If anyone still wonders what the stakes are - for you and the rest of us - hopefully this clarifies. Best of luck in the coming weeks.
On February 2, 2024 at 3:31 pm, Greg Warren wrote:
Hi Mark, I do hope that you're holding up in the diseased armpit of the US legal venues. That wheelchair really doesn't suit you.
Anyhow,a quick question on the west's global decline. Since the the fellows who wear red feathers and a houthi houthi skirt started to strangle shipping in the Red Sea, I've been puzzled by the impotence of the so-called hyper power. Once upon a time, the Admiralty would have sent a gunboat to put them in their place. Now the USN huddles under their .issile shield fron 5 bob drones while chicom ships go swanning by. Is anyone even vaguely ashamed at this? Or rather why aren't fhey
Please stay safe.
On February 2, 2024 at 3:32 pm, Jerry Stratton wrote:
I recently read *Broadway Babies*. Is there a biography of George Abbott you'd recommend? I know he wrote an autobiography, but if I'm reading it right that was 1963 when he was 76, which turns out to be only halfway through his career!
On February 2, 2024 at 3:34 pm, Timothy McDonnell wrote:
Mark,
Next Wednesday, February 7th, marks the sad 39th year anniversary of the far too early death of Britain's greatest singer of the standards, The Man With The Golden Voice, Matt Monro. As I asked you on February 7, 2020, I certainly hope you have that sit down interview with Don Black about Matt Monro, where you have that long talk that starts with the soup and goes all the way through the nuts. I did enjoy how your Song of the Week about Norman Newell highlighted your friend Gaza's story of how Monro's breakthrough hit, Portrait of My Love, came about over Newell stepping out for just an hour from Gaza's parent's party at their seaside flat in Rustington.
Another person who had some interaction with Mr. Monro was John Cameron. He arranged and conducted a couple of Monro's songs that are my absolute favorites, If You Go (Originally Si Tu Partais, for Edith Piaf), and Lovin' You Again (Don Black/Udo Jurgens. Produced by George Martin. Re-mastered by Richard Moore.) The songs weren't released in English for several decades as Martin didn't think they fit on the album they were working on but I think they're gold. I could send them to you if you need.
Mr. Cameron also worked with Cilla Black, another of your favorites, and his work with Hot Chocolate led to a song that went to the top 10 in three different decades. Another avenue to explore would be Mr. Cameron's employment to arrange and conduct the original Les Miserables concept album that was used to sell the show. He later went on to arrange all of the music for the long running show for the next 20 years or so, possibly longer. In 1991 he orchestrated the London Palladium revival of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, one of your friend Sir Tim Rice's early works.
So this might make an interesting interview. Mr. Cameron would be about 79, probably living somewhere in England. After your upcoming trial in the King's Bench, get on your scooter and go have a chat with Mr. Cameron. It could make good material for another Song of the Week. Best wishes.
On February 2, 2024 at 3:35 pm, Adrian Gaty wrote:
Steyn question
Bless you, Mark! In between tuning in live to court and listening to the great reenactments, we managed to squeeze in a viewing of Newman's Absence of Malice in your honor. I forgot that in addition to heartless reporters, the plot centered around the government illegally spying on people, leaking fake news narratives to corporate media stenographers, and setting up hoax investigations of the innocent - so business as usual, it seems. Anyway, any chance you steal a page from Hollywood's happy ending and, after the total humiliation of his hockey stick in public court, Mann gets fired? Or do you think his A list lifestyle continues full speed and the court transcript gets memory holed like Newman's flick?
Ps you mentioned the peasants revolt today. As I recall, it all kicked off with the peasants burning every legal document they could find... Time for a second look at Wat Tyler?
On February 2, 2024 at 3:36 pm, Larry Durham wrote:
I'll be listening live today. I must say - if prayers, kind thoughts and "good vibes" can keep a man afloat - then you know you have them from all over the globe including the foothills of South Carolina.
On February 2, 2024 at 3:37 pm, Tim Boggs aka Midwestern Tim wrote:
All this "I'm on my last breath" talk has got me wondering why you don't move south and chill out for a spell and get better. Is there no hope for the man whose arrogance knows no bounds?
On February 2, 2024 at 3:38 pm, Israel Pickholtz wrote:
I am enjoying the court re-enactment, but I cannot resist the thought that Mark could have read all the parts himself. Reminds me of what Cole Porter supposedly said about "Some Enchanted Evening."
And congratulations on selling the last of the Liberty Sticks!
Israel Pickholtz
Ashkelon
On February 2, 2024 at 3:38 pm, Stephan Burton wrote:
I don't know if you're ever heard of Robert Barnes, but he's a big time constitutional lawyer who co-blogs with the Canadian crazy man Viva Frei on Rumble. They discussed your case a few days ago, and Barnes' take was, more or less: obviously Steyn is in the right, but obviously a D.C. jury will convict him anyway.
So if that happens, where can you go for actual justice?
On February 2, 2024 at 3:39 pm, Patty Villanova wrote:
Dear Mark,
I am hoping this is the correct place to ask you a question for today's Q&A. You are the hero for our times and I think that is Divine Intervention that keeps you here during the perilous era we live in.
Honestly, I don't know how you manage to maintain your incredible wit and fortitude during your current trial and tribulations dealing with that odious poltroon, Mike Mann and his accomplices.
I have heard that it's an old gypsy curse, may you have a lawsuit in which you know you are in the right. As you always say, the process is the punishment, even if you turn out to be the winner in this ghastly charade.
Please know that you have more supporters on earth and in heaven than even you can imagine. We are rooting for you, praying, doing shamanic rituals and everything else we can to give you the strength you need to put a stake in the heart of that evil bastard once and for all.
In any event, here are my questions: what are your plans if you win in DC and what will you do if (God forbid!) you lose?
May the Archangel Michael protect you always.
On February 2, 2024 at 3:43 pm, Patty Villanova wrote:
This is one of the most important legal cases of the century, yet there is practically zero coverage, even by "conservative" websites and pundits including our friend Tucker.
Why aren't OUR people all over Mann vs. Steyn?
What the hell are they afraid of?
As per Sam Adams: "If ye love wealth better than liberty, the tranquility of servitude better than the animating contest of freedom, go home from us in peace. We ask not your counsels or arms. Crouch down and lick the hands which feed you. May your chains set lightly upon you, and may posterity forget that ye were our countrymen."
On February 2, 2024 at 3:45 pm, David P wrote:
Hi Mark
What happens if Mann runs the clock? Does that just reduce the time available for the defence?
Will you be dialing into the cruise?
I wonder what the response of the UK courts would be if you told them you were too busy defending yourself from a defamation charge by Michael Mann to attend?
Best
David
On February 2, 2024 at 3:46 pm, David wrote:
Hi Mark:
Any comments on the judges' performance? Listening through Ann and Phelims dramatizations every night, it seems that he's not a pushover for Mann's legal team. Is it a surprise?
Good luck and keep pushing forward. There's no turning back now.
cheers,
Dave
On February 2, 2024 at 3:47 pm, Larry Jordan wrote:
Mark, when I attempt to explain who you are to friends and relatives who have never heard of you, the first thing I tell them is that you have two passions: 1) Freedom; 2) Show tunes (or music, generally). Of course, you're an accomplished author, singer, narrator, DJ, talk radio host, etc., but one must simplify.
Thanks for the music. It must be a relief after what you've been suffering the past three weeks to lighten-up some. Be well!
Has anyone identified who is bankrolling Mann's vindictiveness?
On February 2, 2024 at 3:47 pm, Bart Nielsen, not his real name perhaps wrote:
Dear Mark,
I can well understand that discussing legal strategy in a Q&A might be a bad idea, so feel free to ignore this question, but I wonder if it would be possible to put Williams in the dock to answer for who is paying for this travesty. Then once this nonsense is over, sue Mann and his funders on anti-SLAPP grounds.
Praying for you to prevail through this, legally, physically and emotionally. Your equanimity and perseverance are an inspiration to me and millions like me.
On February 2, 2024 at 3:48 pm, Jonathan Groves--Dallas, Texas wrote:
Mark,
Looking at all the news and the fact that Mann's attorneys did not have their "best evidence" admitted at trial leads me to think they might be throwing this at the last minute--giving credence to the idea that "the process is the punishment"--What do you think? Are Mann's attorney's just that bad, or are the facts of the case for Mann just that bad, or is it both?
Thanks, and do let us know if you need attorneys (on contingency) for a malicious prosecution countersuit!
-JG
On February 2, 2024 at 3:49 pm, Alan Davis wrote:
Bûche de Noël Dittos to you Mark for your efforts on our behalf. Great opening statement. I've listened to Phelan and Ann's podcast. Everything I've heard accepts the premise that AGW is happening and it's bad. CO2 fertilization is good! Plants - the basis of the entire food chain are currently undergoing a CO2 famine - 400 ppm. Greenhouses add CO2 to 1,000 ppm. Since 1980 - in the era of Co fertilization of the atmosphere, 15% of deserts have "greened" - an area the size of the U.S. Too, ask MannBoi "What is the Optimal temperature of the Earth? Why? Show your work. Poor polar bear thingy isn t a number. Rock on Good Sir.
On February 2, 2024 at 3:50 pm, Nick Russell wrote:
As that rogue Galloway's said to Sadam Hussein?
I commend your indefatigability!
I don't know how you do it Mark, but long may you continue to do so.
On February 2, 2024 at 3:51 pm, The Notorious Mr. J wrote:
We all wish you health, and best wishes in your combat against the wicked ogre SLAPP suit. I wonder how the claimant here can claim damages here, when not only is his career intact but he has not borne any financial burden for his legal activities. And the latter is an issue unto itself. It bears investigating, fevered conspiracy theories aside. Inquiring minds want to know. I'd like to know how to pull off such wizardry myself.
Let's move to another topic for the time being, that being the ever escalating farmers' protests in EU Land. Your colleague Eva must be very busy covering all this right now. The whole affair illustrates the vast gulf between the EU elite and the modern peasantry that we all are now. Brussels is enacting sweeping changes to the economy and eventually people's lives, without ever having even raised these issues at election time. In true Great Leap Foreword, Year Zero fashion the Green Commissars are intent on force marching us into their vision of the glorious future, and no backtalk allowed! A democracy, it ain't.
On February 2, 2024 at 3:58 pm, Toby Pilling wrote:
If I were young enough to be drafted into the army to fight against Russia, I think I'd resist. I would be willing though to take up arms in another English civil war - do you know of any good yeomanry militias?
On February 2, 2024 at 3:59 pm, hugo miller wrote:
Do we have any indication when the London case will be heard? I want to be there but I'm juggling dates!
On February 2, 2024 at 4:00 pm, Kenneth Fye wrote:
Just so everyone will know, John Hinderaker is now "back on home turf" for an as yet unmentioned reason ... or did I miss it.? Anyway see his item on the Feb. 1 PowerLine. His office was firebombed. "Firebombed" is Hinderaker's word and judging by the photo he provides it looks serious. Guessing it wasn't a Trump supporter or a amber of the Steyn Club.
Still. Who could it be?
PS: Mark, you are in my prayers daily. Stay well ... and safe.
On February 2, 2024 at 4:19 pm, Kelly Harbeson wrote:
I was in High School when Melanie had her moment in the sun. Not very musical, my interest in her was primarily carnal. I was hardly alone. Fast forward 40+ years to her recognition by moderns and I actually DID appreciate her music.
On February 2, 2024 at 4:21 pm, Nancy Fredericks wrote:
Mark, I hope it is not too personal but are you on a heart transplant list? I don't know how you are doing this. I was not able to put myself through listening to plaintiff stuff because it is so upsetting. And you have to sit there up close and personal and listen to that crap. We need you around for many moons to come, so please do whatever you can in pursuit of better health. I love all your audio offerings, especially the music. A real treasure trove.
