Topic: Audubon Society

3 chapters across the catalog

Publical Emergency
Episode 1471 2:54:41 - 2:59:28

1471: Publical Emergency

Bruce Springsteen Ticket Prices, Seattle Audubon Name Change

Bruce Springsteen fans are outraged over Ticketmaster's "dynamic pricing" model, which has seen some tickets for his upcoming tour reach $5,000. In other news, the Seattle chapter of the Audubon Society is dropping "Audubon" from its name due to the namesake's historical ties to slavery. This move is part of a broader trend of "canceling" historical figures, which comedian Bill Burr recently critiqued in his latest stand-up special.

Belching Freon
Episode 1348 1:58:05 - 2:00:59

1348: Belching Freon

Lawrence O'Donnell, Media Workplace Turmoil

Leaked clips of Lawrence O'Donnell and Bill O'Reilly losing their tempers on set illustrate the high-pressure environment of media production. Meanwhile, the CEO of the Audubon Society stepped down amid internal turmoil related to unionization efforts and allegations of a racist workplace culture.

Episode 468 1:20:12 - 1:24:21

468: Meat Hands

Sandy Relief and Charitable Giving Skepticism

The hosts continue their critique of the Robin Hood Foundation, noting that it distributes funds to other organizations like the SEIU and the Audubon Society. They advise listeners to provide direct aid, such as water and blankets, to victims in New Jersey and Staten Island rather than donating to large, elitist foundations.