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Mimi brings nine audio clips (ISOs) for the production segment, though Adam finds many of them too long for standard use. They play clips featuring Asmongold and Tucker Carlson, debating which ones are suitable for future show production. The segment highlights the collaborative effort in selecting the "sound" of the podcast.
A brief discussion centers on a misheard radio call sign from an NPR affiliate, KUNC. One host initially interpreted the call sign as a vulgarity before realizing the speaker was clearly articulating the letters. This serves as a lighthearted example of how audio perception can be influenced by expectations or poor broadcast quality.
The hosts engage in an "ISO off," comparing two short audio clips to determine which is better for future production use. They settle on a "Sunday Funday" clip, noting its relevance to the current broadcast day.
End of Show Mixes, Fall Back Theme, Time Change
The hosts select the "Fall Back" audio clip as the theme for the end-of-show mix, reflecting the recent daylight saving time change. They credit the various producers who contribute audio mixes to the program.
The hosts consult the "Troll Room" to select a new "ISO" (isolated audio clip) for the show's soundboard. They choose a clip of a woman with heavy vocal fry saying "Dystopian Nightmare," rejecting a clip about swallowing a bug. The selection process highlights the show's interactive production style.
The hosts compete to select the best "ISO" (isolated soundbite) to end the show. Options include "You're completely wrong," "Who cares about Twitter followers," and "Sort of leaves you physically sick," with the latter being chosen as the favorite.
The hosts discuss the archaic insult "teach your grandmother to suck eggs" after playing an audio clip. The phrase's origins and its use as a 20th-century insult are briefly explored.
ISO Soundbite Competition and "This is Like Crack"
The hosts engage in a playful competition to select new "ISOs" (isolated soundbites) for the show's production. They test various clips, including "This is like crack" and "Thank you for having me," ultimately debating which audio snippets have the most comedic or utility value for future episodes.
The hosts test new additions to their soundboard, including a clip of Joe Biden claiming "We beat Pharma this year." They also refine a "Fact Check True" sting to use during future segments. The discussion touches on the ethics of using Biden's verbal gaffes as show elements.
The hosts engage in their traditional end-of-show process of selecting a short audio clip (ISO) to close the episode. After reviewing several options, they settle on a clip of Joe Biden saying, "Gotta go get some mac and cheese," which is then layered with other sound effects for the final out-cue.
The hosts search for a new "ISO" (isolated audio clip) to use in the show's production. They debate between a clip of someone saying "ridonculous"—attributed to Rachel Maddow—and a clip about "wreaking havoc on the industry." They ultimately settle on "ridonculous" despite finding it "shitty" and "worthless," noting that show production quality is often cyclical.
ISO Selection, Adam Curry and Horowitz Feud
The hosts select "In Search Of" (ISO) audio clips for future use, focusing on dramatic or humorous soundbites from the episode. They also address a perceived "fake feud" between Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak's co-host on "DH Unplugged," Andrew Horowitz. Curry jokingly claims Horowitz hung up on him during a recent interaction.
The hosts struggle to find a high-quality "In Search Of" (ISO) audio clip for the show's soundboard. After rejecting several muffled clips and one featuring vocal fry, they settle on a clip of someone saying "total rhubarb."
The final segment featured a collection of "In Search Of" (ISO) audio clips, including a Biden stumble where he told governors "if you need something, say something." These clips are archived for future use in listener-produced jingles and show transitions.
ISO Jingle Selection, Smorgasbord and Happy Days
The hosts selected new "In Search Of" (ISO) jingles for the show's soundboard. The chosen clips include a "Smorgasbord" line featuring Yogi Bear and a "Happy Days" musical sting. These audio elements are used to punctuate segments and respond to listener contributions during the live broadcast.
The hosts select new "In Search Of" (ISO) audio clips for future use, settling on a clip of President Biden saying "Mask up." They decide to place a moratorium on a profane clip from a female podcaster regarding "amygdala checks."
The hosts play audio clips from the video game "Command & Conquer: Generals," featuring stereotypical quotes about China's global ambitions. They find the dialogue humorous and relevant to current geopolitical discussions regarding Chinese expansion.
Wisconsin Vote Anomalies, Massive Dump ISO
President Trump highlighted a specific chart from Wisconsin showing a significant vertical spike in votes for Joe Biden at 3:42 AM. Trump characterized these late-night shifts as "massive dumps" of fraudulent ballots. The hosts isolate the phrase "massive dump" for use as a recurring audio clip on the show.
The hosts debate the selection of the "End of Show ISO" (In Search Of) audio clip, considering options like Joe Biden's "shoot him in the leg" and a "fire" exclamation from a millennial podcast. They eventually settle on a combination of the two clips. The segment provides a behind-the-scenes look at the show's informal production style and decision-making process.
Biden "Jew" Comment Allegation, Audio Analysis
An audio clip from the debate was analyzed to determine if Joe Biden referred to Chris Wallace as "Jew" or simply said "to you." While some listeners claimed to hear a slur, the consensus suggests it was a phonetic misunderstanding of Biden's phrasing during a heated moment.
