Topic: Absinthe

A listener reports that PayPal automatically canceled their recurring donation, leading to a discussion on the platform's reliability. Another donor promises to send home-brewed absinthe to the hosts, following a previous gift of high-proof moonshine. The segment includes birthday wishes for "Hot Salmon Girl" and "Limoncello Girl" (Michelle Diaz).

A listener from Grand Rapids sent a donation while admittedly under the influence of absinthe, leading to a discussion about the drink's history and ingredients. Three new knights—Sir Joe, Sir Simon, and Sir Peter—were officially inducted into the "No Agenda Roundtable" for their $1,000 contributions. The hosts celebrated the growing number of knights supporting the program's mission.

Absinthe Brasserie and Bar on Hayes Street in San Francisco is described as having a good atmosphere but inconsistent food quality. While the appetizers and drinks were acceptable, the escargot was criticized for being bland and lacking sufficient garlic. The establishment is noted more for its bar scene than its culinary execution.

A participant mentions moving into a new loft in San Francisco located in the same building as the first company legally authorized to distribute absinthe in the United States. Despite the proximity to the distributor, the speaker expresses a lack of interest in the beverage, noting they are not a frequent drinker.