Topic: American Flags

The show concludes with a musical "end of show mix" by MVP and Just Baker, featuring Donald Trump's detailed description of the Washington Monument reflecting pool renovation. The hosts sign off with their traditional catchphrases, "Adios Mofos" and "Hoooey Hoooey," and remind listeners to return for the Sunday broadcast.

The hosts discuss the escalating tension over flag symbolism, using Taylor, Texas as an example. They describe a local divide where some residents only frequent businesses flying the Pride flag, while others only visit those with the American flag. The segment highlights how traditional symbols like the "Appeal to Heaven" flag are being recharacterized by media as extremist symbols.

One host shares a personal anecdote about being corrected by a Dutch teacher who insisted the American flag had 52 stars; the host proved the teacher wrong using a recorded phone call to the US embassy. The show concludes with a preview of Jen Briney's Congressional Dish and a sign-off from Dallas.

During a press conference regarding the impeachment resolution, Nancy Pelosi stood next to a printed graphic of an American flag that appeared to have 15 stripes and incorrect dimensions. The visual anomaly led to speculation about whether the error was a simple mistake or contained subliminal messaging.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez testifies under oath about conditions at border detention facilities, claiming women were forced to drink from toilets. The hosts critique her performance, noting her emotional delivery and her focus on the presence of American flags at the facilities.

Research from 2008 and 2011 suggests that brief exposure to the American flag can shift voter attitudes toward Republican beliefs for up to eight months. This psychological priming is cited as a reason why Democratic stages often lack flags and why the Nike Betsy Ross flag sparked such intense partisan debate.

A compilation of debate clips shows Democratic candidates labeling Donald Trump a "pathological liar" and criticizing his policies on healthcare and immigration. The hosts note a lack of American flags on the debate set and a preference for the phrase "this country" over "our country."

Comedian Sarah Silverman described a visceral feeling of fear when seeing an American flag hoisted by a boyfriend, equating nationalism with "blind allegiance" and racism. In a monologue on her HBO show, she argued that patriotism is loving one's country, while nationalism is a "beta move" associated with xenophobia. The hosts critique her perspective as a reflection of a "globalist" psyche that lacks civic pride.

Tucker Carlson interviewed Tammy Bruce regarding a controversy at UC Davis where the student body voted to remove the American flag from their meeting room. The hosts critique Carlson's interview style, which they describe as a "one-trick pony" formula involving a specific facial expression and repetitive questioning. They argue he lacks the depth and versatility of Bill O'Reilly.

President Obama issued a proclamation for National Flag Week 2014, encouraging citizens to display the American flag. The observance commemorates the history of the thirteen original colonies and the current union of fifty states.

A humorous observation is made regarding the abundance of American flags available for burning during international protests. The theory suggests these flags are likely manufactured in China and sold to protesters. The hosts joke that the flags appear "pre-soaked" with flammable fluid because of how quickly and brightly they burn in news footage.

US troops in Haiti have been ordered to stop flying the American flag at their bases to avoid the appearance of an occupation. A VFW spokesman compares this to the 1991 Gulf War. The hosts argue that the US is indeed occupying Haiti under the guise of earthquake relief.

A squirrel in Port Huron, Michigan, has been observed stealing small American flags from a local cemetery to decorate its nest. The behavior has led locals to jokingly refer to the animal as a "patriot squirrel."