Topic: Allison Parker

2 chapters across the catalog

Mental Defectives
Episode 788 47:47 - 50:59

788: Mental Defectives

Chris Hurst and the Allison Parker Shooting Contract

Chris Hurst, the boyfriend of slain journalist Allison Parker, gave an interview outside the White House that featured unusual metaphors. Hurst spoke about wishing he could "return this contract" he signed, which is interpreted as a cold or strange way to describe the loss of a partner. His self-description as a "storyteller" is also noted as being potentially insensitive given the circumstances.

Peak Coffee
Episode 779 26:41 - 30:38

779: Peak Coffee

Andy Parker and the Politics of Thoughts and Prayers

Andy Parker, father of slain journalist Allison Parker, appears in media segments criticizing the use of "thoughts and prayers" by politicians. He labels the obstruction of gun legislation by congressmen like Bob Goodlatte and Mike McCaul as "treasonous." The hosts discuss the shift from religious prayer to secular phrases like "love and light" in social media culture.