Topic: Avocado

The "Tip of the Day" focuses on black garlic, a fermented product originally from Korea that reportedly helps lower blood pressure. Despite its appearance, it is described as having a sweet, chocolate-like flavor and a texture similar to roasted garlic. The hosts discuss the 4,000-year-old origins of the recipe and the specialized process required to create it.

Under the USMCA, the U.S. President has the unique right to renegotiate trade terms. Analysts suggest that while tariffs may cause immediate inflation and higher prices for goods like avocados and vehicles, the long-term economic pain will be greater for Canada and Mexico. Potential retaliatory targets from Canada include Kentucky bourbon, California orange juice, and Wisconsin dishwashers.

The show concludes with the "Knighting and Commodore" ceremony for donors and a list of upcoming No Agenda meetups. John Dvorak provides a "Tip of the Day" on how to identify a ripe Peruvian avocado by its skin color. The episode ends with a produced audio mix featuring Mayor Eric Adams and climate change rhetoric.

Viral TikTok videos claiming that grocery stores are selling "rubbery" watermelons and silicone-filled blueberries are debunked by the hosts as natural desiccation or hoaxes. They also discuss "Apeel," a controversial food coating used on produce like avocados to extend shelf life.

The U.S. suspended avocado imports from Mexico following a threat made to an American safety inspector in Michoacán. While officials cite drug cartel violence and extortion as the cause, Mexican President López Obrador suggests the ban is an economic conspiracy, and the hosts suspect a financial "shakedown" or bribe is at play.

Chipotle warns investors that climate change could lead to a 40% drop in California avocado production, potentially forcing guacamole off the menu. Similarly, reports suggest chocolate could vanish by 2050 due to warmer, drier conditions in West Africa. Mars Incorporated is collaborating with UC Berkeley scientists to use CRISPR gene-editing technology to develop cacao plants that can survive in changing climates.

Lara Logan's new show on Fox Nation, which originally shared the "No Agenda" title, features an investigation into Mexican cartels. The report highlights how cartels have expanded their portfolios beyond drugs into human smuggling, oil theft, and the multi-billion dollar avocado industry. The hosts joke that millennials are inadvertently supporting drug cartels by consuming avocado toast.

A new project aims to document specific cultural markers and linguistic habits associated with the millennial generation. Terms identified include avocado toast, "dropping T's" in speech, bone broth, and small-batch artisan products. The hosts debate the origins and relevance of these trends.

The episode concludes with a look at proposed tariffs on Mexico and their potential impact on avocado prices. The hosts sign off with a final reminder of the value-for-value model and a montage of news clips regarding border security and trade.

A rapid-fire news segment covers the resignation of Algerian President Bouteflika, the Venezuela crisis, and a potential avocado shortage due to border closures. The hosts highlight President Trump's repeated false claim that his father, Fred Trump, was born in Germany (he was born in the Bronx). They speculate whether Trump is intentionally making the error to provoke the media or if he is confusing his father with his grandfather.

Millennials are driving a resurgence in the frozen food market, seeking "healthier" options with fewer preservatives and trendy ingredients like avocados. Food giants like Nestle are scrambling to catch up with competitors in the premium frozen meal space to meet this shifting consumer demand.

The hosts critique the culinary offerings at the royal lunch, specifically focusing on a 2014 Olivier Leflève Rulli Premier Cru white wine. Curry describes the multi-course meal which included lightly smoked dove, turbo fish with beurre noisette, and a controversial dessert featuring marinated avocado, lemon curd, and vanilla ice cream.

Millennials are characterized as being immune to traditional advertising but susceptible to "small batch" and "handcrafted" marketing that justifies higher prices. Examples include $16 avocado toast and $10-per-pound pickles in Berkeley that are identical to cheaper versions in ethnic delis. In Austin, a single dill pickle in a sealed bag is reportedly sold for $8 at high-end grocery stores.

An etymological aside explains the term "windfall" in relation to fruit harvesting, specifically noting how avocados remain viable after being blown to the ground. The conversation then returns to Franklin Foer's reporting in The Atlantic regarding Paul Manafort's psychological state and his attempts to regain political relevance through the Trump campaign.

Chipotle warned investors that climate change could impact the availability of avocados, potentially leading to the removal of guacamole from their menu. The hosts also mention Apple CEO Tim Cook's comments regarding climate change and investor beliefs.

John C. Dvorak criticizes the PBS cooking show "Patty's Mexican Table," specifically targeting the host's heavy accent and presentation style. He plays a clip of the host describing how to make a hearty appetizer with avocado and cheese. Dvorak expresses frustration with the difficulty of understanding the host's English.