What's the deal with this Russian 'spy ring' deal?

EricFG · 07-11-2010, 06:46 PM

Anna Chapman? Bimbo or Mata Hari?
Is there anything to this "deal' or is it all media BS?

EricFG · 07-11-2010, 06:49 PM

Watching the 'Dateline' special I find this to be nothing more than media hype.

But maybe Sparky knows??????

deValcourt · 07-12-2010, 12:54 AM

I had completely forgotten about this. I can see behaviors that are similar to the Cold War days. The Russians arrested some Americans and charged them with spying, so we arrested a few so that we could make an "exchange." This happens more frequently than you might think, but if the Russians are involved then it's newsworthy because they still have a bad or at best suspicious reputation for many over 30 US citizens. Even Hollywood still stereotypes Russians often as the bad guys.

So yeah, I agree with it being made into a bigger deal than usual because the media folks are getting tired of writing and reporting the same stories about the oil gusher in the Gulf.

Phillip

And Marc - no, this isn't a conspiracy theory. I used to be a newspaper journalist for many years and you can only beat so much out of a stagnant story before people just don't care anymore and sales revenues drop. This ugly truth about the US news media is part of the reason I am not still a reporter.

(That and the advent of the Internet.

)

Esteban_cool · 07-12-2010, 02:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by deValcourt

And Marc - no, this isn't a conspiracy theory. I used to be a newspaper journalist for many years and you can only beat so much out of a stagnant story before people just don't care anymore and sales revenues drop. This ugly truth about the US news media is part of the reason I am not still a reporter.

(That and the advent of the Internet.

)

Thanks for shedding some light in this, Phil. I guess this problem doesn´t apply only to US media; it´s pretty much the same here and everywhere else. I´ve not seen or read anything but world cup related stuff while there were some not so red-and-blue things going on.

BTW, after taking a look at Anna Chapman´s photos I wonder.. why the heck don´t they send such kinda spies here!!!???

Norm Braddock · 07-12-2010, 04:56 PM

That one hottie spy chicky is very boinkable.

EricFG · 07-12-2010, 05:37 PM

At least one guy's already divorced her. That can't be a good sign. Plus, she's gotta be a high maintenance kinda gal. Not the type for ol' Erickskiy.
But by all means Normsky, submit your boink application. Ya can't win if ya don't play!

EricFG · 07-12-2010, 05:54 PM

After reading Philskiy's explanation it all makes sense. A media mountain out of a mole hill. I can't wait for this summers lurid 'shark attack!' stories on the news.
Is there a simple BS filter I can buy somewheres so I don't even have to worry about crapola like this????

***CtahhR*** · 07-12-2010, 06:16 PM

I saw the B.B.C. News 24 reports of this and they called it "Dramatic Action" when the folks were changing planes... I can't think of anything more boring and tedious than swapping planes.... If you want a filter the "off" button usually works best.... Where's an E.M.P. when you need one?

Esteban_cool · 07-12-2010, 07:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EricFG

Is there a simple BS filter I can buy somewheres so I don't even have to worry about crapola like this????

I´ve been recently using Scarface: The World is Yours for PS2 as a filter. It has given me good results and even allows you to own all Miami Keys.

***desantnik*** · 07-12-2010, 07:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Esteban_cool

BTW, after taking a look at Anna Chapman´s photos I wonder.. why the heck don´t they send such kinda spies here!!!???

Don't worry. They do.

07-11-2010, 06:46 PM	#1
EricFG Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Naples, Florida, USA Age: 59 Posts: 1,496	What's the deal with this Russian 'spy ring' deal? Anna Chapman? Bimbo or Mata Hari? Is there anything to this "deal' or is it all media BS? __________________ "patina imparts character" - PJS A wise man said: 'you should not pay a premium for what you want beyond your comfort level, and always ensure there is a mutually agreeable return policy.'

07-11-2010, 06:49 PM	#2
EricFG Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Naples, Florida, USA Age: 59 Posts: 1,496	Re: What's the deal with this Russian 'spy ring' deal? Watching the 'Dateline' special I find this to be nothing more than media hype. But maybe Sparky knows?????? __________________ "patina imparts character" - PJS A wise man said: 'you should not pay a premium for what you want beyond your comfort level, and always ensure there is a mutually agreeable return policy.'

07-12-2010, 12:54 AM	#3
deValcourt Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Cajun Country Age: 56 Posts: 1,565	Re: What's the deal with this Russian 'spy ring' deal? I had completely forgotten about this. I can see behaviors that are similar to the Cold War days. The Russians arrested some Americans and charged them with spying, so we arrested a few so that we could make an "exchange." This happens more frequently than you might think, but if the Russians are involved then it's newsworthy because they still have a bad or at best suspicious reputation for many over 30 US citizens. Even Hollywood still stereotypes Russians often as the bad guys. So yeah, I agree with it being made into a bigger deal than usual because the media folks are getting tired of writing and reporting the same stories about the oil gusher in the Gulf. Phillip And Marc - no, this isn't a conspiracy theory. I used to be a newspaper journalist for many years and you can only beat so much out of a stagnant story before people just don't care anymore and sales revenues drop. This ugly truth about the US news media is part of the reason I am not still a reporter. (That and the advent of the Internet.) __________________ Phillip

07-12-2010, 04:56 PM	#5
Norm Braddock Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Canada Age: 60 Posts: 209	Re: What's the deal with this Russian 'spy ring' deal? That one hottie spy chicky is very boinkable.

07-12-2010, 05:37 PM	#6
EricFG Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Naples, Florida, USA Age: 59 Posts: 1,496	Re: What's the deal with this Russian 'spy ring' deal? At least one guy's already divorced her. That can't be a good sign. Plus, she's gotta be a high maintenance kinda gal. Not the type for ol' Erickskiy. But by all means Normsky, submit your boink application. Ya can't win if ya don't play! __________________ "patina imparts character" - PJS A wise man said: 'you should not pay a premium for what you want beyond your comfort level, and always ensure there is a mutually agreeable return policy.'

07-12-2010, 05:54 PM	#7
EricFG Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Naples, Florida, USA Age: 59 Posts: 1,496	Re: What's the deal with this Russian 'spy ring' deal? After reading Philskiy's explanation it all makes sense. A media mountain out of a mole hill. I can't wait for this summers lurid 'shark attack!' stories on the news. Is there a simple BS filter I can buy somewheres so I don't even have to worry about crapola like this???? __________________ "patina imparts character" - PJS A wise man said: 'you should not pay a premium for what you want beyond your comfort level, and always ensure there is a mutually agreeable return policy.'

07-12-2010, 06:16 PM	#8
*CtahhR* Forum Administrator Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Deep In The Archives. Age: 17 Posts: 12,074	Re: What's the deal with this Russian 'spy ring' deal? I saw the B.B.C. News 24 reports of this and they called it "Dramatic Action" when the folks were changing planes... I can't think of anything more boring and tedious than swapping planes.... If you want a filter the "off" button usually works best.... Where's an E.M.P. when you need one?

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