7 chapters across the catalog
John C. Dvorak presents new "ISO" sound clips for the show's soundboard, including snippets from the *Sofia with an F* podcast. The hosts discuss the career of "Ross the Intern" and his current role on the *Drew Barrymore Show*. They select several new clips, including "Astounding" and "So Juicy," for future use in media deconstruction.
Prescription Drug Pricing Deal, Medicare Patent Exclusivity
A reported deal to lower prescription drug prices is scrutinized. While Chuck Schumer promotes the plan as a win for Medicare recipients, Amy Goodman of Democracy Now! points out a significant "gotcha": drug companies retain patent exclusivity for 9 to 12 years before government negotiations can begin. The hosts characterize this as a "rigged" fix that protects pharmaceutical profits.
Senator Orrin Hatch was confronted by protesters, including comedian Amy Schumer, in a Senate elevator. Hatch told the women to "grow up," which sparked further outrage. The hosts mock the "enraged" tone of the protesters and the sense of entitlement displayed during the confrontation.
Amy Schumer, Budweiser Campaign, Voter Shaming Video
Amy Schumer appears in a video informing citizens that their voting history is public record, a tactic the hosts label as "voter shaming." They discuss the failure of her recent Budweiser ad campaign with Seth Rogen and criticize the use of gratuitous profanity in political messaging. The segment also touches on a "Funny or Die" parody of "We Are the World" aimed at driving turnout.
Bono Senate Testimony, Comedy as Counter-Terrorism, Dadaism
U2 frontman Bono testified before a Senate subcommittee, suggesting that the U.S. should deploy comedians like Amy Schumer and Chris Rock to combat ISIS. He argued that mocking the "vanity" of extremist groups is more effective than violence, citing how the Nazis feared Dadaists and Surrealists. The testimony included a philosophical discussion on how materialism influences "machismo" in young men.
The hosts suggest a new listener initiative to pester high-profile celebrities on Twitter to listen to the show. By targeting active tweeters like Amy Schumer or Robert Downey Jr., listeners can help propagate the "No Agenda" formula to a wider audience.
Bill Nye's Commencement Speech and Comedy Central Appearance
Bill Nye received a $35,000 fee for a commencement speech at Rutgers University, a practice typically done for an honorary degree. Nye also appeared in a sketch on Amy Schumer's Comedy Central show regarding the universe. The segment mocks the idea of the universe "sending signals" to individuals for mundane life choices.
