Topic: 50 Cent

John C. Dvorak presents his "3x3" report, analyzing morning news broadcasts from ABC, CBS, and NBC. He critiques segments featuring 50 Cent promoting a movie on Starz, a CBS report on dating apps like Hinge, and an NBC segment recommending sunscreen to protect against "blue light" from television screens. Dvorak concludes that mainstream networks have shifted entirely toward product placement and promotional content.

Comedian Chelsea Handler criticized her ex-boyfriend, rapper 50 Cent, for his apparent support of Donald Trump over Joe Biden's tax plan. 50 Cent expressed concern that his tax rate could reach 62% under a Biden administration. Handler's comments on Jimmy Fallon's show, where she "reminded him he was a black person" and offered to "seal the deal" if he changed his mind, are condemned by the hosts as racist and lowbrow.

Prominent Black figures including Jason Whitlock, Charlamagne tha God, 50 Cent, and Ice Cube are discussing or supporting aspects of Donald Trump's "Platinum Plan." Charlamagne notes that the Trump campaign is actively courting young Black male voters, a demographic he claims the Democratic "old regime" takes for granted.

Senator Barbara Boxer made a confusing reference to the rapper 50 Cent during a Senate discussion on the minimum wage. Boxer appeared to conflate the historical 50-cent hourly wage with the modern recording artist, asking colleagues if "50 Cent is a singing group." The hosts highlight the comment as an example of a politician being out of touch with contemporary culture.

The discussion covers the media's attempt to link the Navy Yard shooting to violent video games like Call of Duty and Black Ops. They highlight the initial false reports that an AR-15 was used, when the weapon was actually a Remington pump-action shotgun. Anderson Cooper's reporting is cited regarding phrases etched into the shotgun, including "My ELF weapon" and "Better off this way."

Bono and The Edge appeared on news programs to address the troubled "Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark" Broadway musical, reportedly distancing themselves from director Julie Taymor. The segment also recommends following rapper 50 Cent on Twitter for his unique commentary on popular culture and business meetings.

Rapper 50 Cent is discussed for using Twitter to promote H&H Imports, a penny stock in which he held a 12.9% stake. The stock price rose 270% following his tweets, leading the hosts to question why no regulatory action has been taken by the SEC or Cass Sunstein's office.

A personal anecdote describes a dinner with author Robert Greene, who recently collaborated with rapper 50 Cent. The host recounts Greene's shocked reaction when global warming skepticism was mentioned, illustrating the rigid political expectations within intellectual circles. Greene's work on military strategy is contrasted with his personal progressive leanings.