Topic: Ashton Kutcher

The online petition site Change.org announces the layoff of 17% of its staff as it shifts from a sponsored-petition revenue model to a crowdfunding model. The company, a B Corporation that has raised $42 million from investors like Bill Gates and Ashton Kutcher, will now take a 5% fee on user donations. The hosts predict the site will struggle under a "value for value" model because the service it provides lacks inherent tangible value.

The media coverage of Demi Moore's emergency hospitalization is analyzed, specifically the claims that she smoked "spice" or inhaled nitrous oxide. The hosts discuss the chemistry of synthetic marijuana analogs like K2 and suggest that the news reports may inadvertently serve as a promotion for these substances.

Entertainment news program The Insider reports on Demi Moore's filing for divorce from Ashton Kutcher following allegations of infidelity. The show also covers the ongoing outrage surrounding former Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky and a reunion between TV hosts Regis Philbin and Kathie Lee Gifford. The hosts use these clips to illustrate the sensationalist nature of mainstream media.

Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore appeared on Piers Morgan's program to promote awareness of child sex trafficking. While their intentions are discussed, the sudden media focus on the topic is viewed with skepticism, with suggestions that it may be linked to upcoming film projects or a temporary celebrity trend.

Actor Ashton Kutcher discusses his fears of a societal collapse in Men's Fitness magazine, citing a heavy reliance on electricity and GPS. Kutcher expresses concerns about property rights and food security in a post-grid environment, echoing survivalist themes often found in Alex Jones' content. The hosts also mock the expanding LGBTQ acronym mentioned in a progressive calendar update.

Professional skateboarder Tony Hawk made headlines by riding his skateboard through the halls of the Old Executive Office Building and the White House. Hawk claimed the stunt was a response to a dare from actor Ashton Kutcher, a story the hosts cite as an example of shallow mainstream news coverage.

A trending news story features a cat flap equipped with RFID technology that posts photos of cats to Twitter. The hosts discuss the mainstreaming of Twitter following Oprah Winfrey's arrival on the platform. They review current trending topics, including Susan Boyle and Earth Day, while questioning the depth of social media discourse.

The segment covers various celebrity headlines, including Ashton Kutcher's race against CNN for one million Twitter followers and Hugh Jackman's $100,000 charity pledge. The hosts also reflect on the death of adult film star Marilyn Chambers at age 56, recalling her impact on the industry and a personal encounter at a past CES convention.

Actress Demi Moore reportedly used Twitter to intervene in a follower's suicide attempt, drawing significant media attention. The hosts discuss Moore's public persona and her relationship with Ashton Kutcher, questioning if her social media activity and "childish" vibe are damaging her professional reputation in Hollywood.

Demi Moore and other celebrities used Twitter to promote "Earth Hour," a global event where participants shut off lights for one hour to raise climate awareness. The hosts describe the event as a "feeble attempt" at activism and note that they missed the actual hour due to lack of interest and poor coordination.

The hosts play new "Obama FM" jingles and mock celebrity "pledge" videos featuring stars like Ashton Kutcher. The discussion ridicules the superficial nature of celebrity environmental commitments, such as pledging to use less plastic.