Topic: Abc Tv

6 chapters across the catalog

Cone of Uncertainty
Episode 1861 33:48 - 35:22

1861: Cone of Uncertainty

Operation Petticoat Television Series and Pink Submarines

The hosts use an AI "Book of Knowledge" to settle a dispute regarding a 1970s television show featuring a pink submarine. The series, titled Operation Petticoat, aired on ABC from 1977 to 1978. The discussion serves as a brief diversion from geopolitical news to test the accuracy of AI-assisted research.

Lunchbox
Episode 1813 2:46:43 - 2:48:51

1813: Lunchbox

Disney and YouTube TV Carriage Dispute

YouTube TV has removed Disney-owned channels, including ESPN and ABC, following a failed carriage agreement. The blackout leaves subscribers without access to major sports and local news. The hosts suggest a "life hack" for affected viewers: watching Disney-posted clips directly on YouTube, which often removes commercials and provides the core content for free.

Stimming
Episode 1802 2:03:46 - 2:08:34

1802: Stimming

Jimmy Kimmel, ABC Late Night Controversy

Jimmy Kimmel returned to the air after a brief hiatus, drawing 6.2 million viewers but only a 0.8% rating in the key advertising demographic. The discussion highlights Kimmel's past defense of ABC firing Roseanne Barr, contrasting it with his current complaints about government pressure on broadcasters. Kimmel claimed the government has no right to regulate what is said on television, despite the reality of FCC standards and practices for broadcast licensees.

Sour Crude
Episode 1402 20:40 - 27:00

1402: Sour Crude

Becky Worley, ABC News, QVC Audition

ABC’s Becky Worley is discussed regarding her holiday assignment in New York and her background as a rugby player. Her "Strategic Savings" segment is compared to her previous work ridiculing direct sales products like the ShamWow. One host shares a personal anecdote about auditioning for QVC and failing to secure the job after making an inappropriate joke about a shaving brush.

super-mutation
Episode 1382 5:27 - 9:35

1382: super-mutation

Apple TV Promotion, The Morning Show Corporate Synergy

ABC News provided extensive coverage for the second season of "The Morning Show," an Apple TV+ series starring Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon. This promotion highlights the corporate intersection of Disney and Apple, where major shareholders influence broadcast content to market streaming services that are not available on traditional cable.

TransMoney
Episode 1380 33:55 - 36:25

1380: TransMoney

Australian Media and Ivermectin Telemedicine

Australian television program "Question Everything" is noted for its creative but dismissive segments on ivermectin. Resources for obtaining the drug via telemedicine, such as the FLCCC and American Frontline Doctors, are mentioned as alternatives for those facing local pharmacy blocks.