Topic: Boulder

The murder of JonBenét Ramsey is back in the spotlight following a new Netflix docuseries. John Ramsey expressed hope that advanced DNA testing and genealogy research by the Boulder Police Department will finally lead to an arrest in the decades-old cold case.

A clip from a 1979 episode of "Mork & Mindy" features Robin Williams as an alien discovering the 1970s energy crisis. The dialogue mirrors modern concerns about fossil fuels, oil company profits, and political influence. The hosts reflect on Robin Williams' personality and the relevance of 40-year-old television scripts to current events.

Hurricane-force winds fueled devastating wildfires in Boulder County, Colorado, destroying nearly 1,000 homes. While official narratives focus on climate change and downed power lines, local reports suggest suspicions of arson. A woman was recently accused of starting a separate fire at the CU Boulder East Campus, leading to questions about the true origin of the larger blaze.

The discussion revisits the King Soopers shooting in Boulder, Colorado, noting that the location was a Jewish supermarket. The hosts question why the media has not explored the potential motives of the shooter more deeply in relation to the specific target.

A mass shooting at a King Soopers grocery store in Boulder, Colorado, results in ten fatalities. Media coverage from NPR and Fox News is contrasted, specifically regarding the speed at which a racial or religious motive was assigned compared to the Atlanta spa shootings. The suspect, 21-year-old Ahmad Al-Aliwi Al-Issa, is described by family as paranoid and antisocial, while reports indicate he purchased a Ruger AR-556 pistol shortly before the attack.

The efficacy of Colorado's strict gun laws is questioned following the Boulder shooting, as the suspect legally purchased his firearm despite a prior criminal record. There is a critique of the term "assault-style weapon," arguing that it focuses on aesthetic features like heat shields and plastic stocks rather than mechanical function. The discussion highlights the political backlash in Colorado, where two state senators were previously recalled for supporting gun control measures.

An EMT from Boulder, Colorado, known as "Bad Chad," describes a severe neurological episode 12 days after his second Moderna vaccine dose. He experienced a temporary inability to speak or read, which he compared to the "base programming crashing" in Neal Stephenson’s novel *Snow Crash*, though doctors later ruled out a stroke.

An anonymous Australian producer described the extreme difficulty of sending a check in American dollars, arguing that such friction is why Bitcoin is winning. Another listener, Sir Brian Tobias, requested emergency health karma for his mother-in-law, who is battling pneumonia and liver cancer in a "red zone" county where COVID-19 testing delays are hindering her treatment.

The hosts celebrate the birthday of Executive Producer Vanessa Hamshire and the "going steady" anniversary of Adam Curry and Tina the Keeper. A discussion on Texas common law marriage ensues, followed by a "Jobs Karma" ceremony for Sir Jim Blanchard, who recently moved to Boulder, Colorado, in search of work. The hosts use a "magic number" donation of $99.99 to trigger the karma ritual.

Lindsey Graham uses self-deprecating humor regarding his academic standards at the University of Colorado during the "happy hour" debate. Meanwhile, Chris Christie employs aggressive foreign policy rhetoric, threatening dictators and challenging China and Russia with a "clenched fist" approach to international relations.

A meetup in Boulder, Colorado, featured a high concentration of listeners identifying as being on the autism or Asperger's spectrum. The discussion transitions to the legality of marijuana, specifically "Chiba Chews" edibles obtained in Colorado. Caution is noted regarding transporting these items across the border into Wyoming, where laws are stricter.

Adam Curry shares stories from the Boulder meetup, including a listener named Aaron who lives in a 33-foot motorhome and supports himself via the TaskRabbit app. Another donor, Kurt Singer, requests a "de-douching" after successfully converting his parents from Rush Limbaugh to No Agenda. The segment highlights the diverse lifestyles and commitment of the show's "producers."

The advocacy group Out Boulder launched a petition against the "Sea Level is for Sissies" slogan used by the Bolder Boulder race, claiming the word is derogatory toward the LGBTQ community. The group argues the term reinforces harmful gender stereotypes. A brief review of the organization's financials shows it is a small non-profit with a significant portion of its budget spent on payroll.

Severe flooding in Central Colorado and Boulder has left 300 people unaccounted for and destroyed several small towns. The difficulty in communication is discussed, with a critique of how emergency services often ignore ham radio operators who attempt to help. The hosts speculate on unusual weather patterns and mention Al Jazeera's coverage of the event.

The segment continues with a breakdown of how PayPal "shuffles bits" to take a cut of donations. Donors from Spring, Texas, Chicago, and Boulder are thanked. The hosts emphasize the transparency of their funding and the "miracle" of the 69.69 donations remaining consistent despite the fees.

An article in The Atlantic titled "Prison Without Walls" details how ankle monitors from BI Incorporated are being used to replace traditional incarceration. BI Incorporated, based in Boulder, Colorado, partners with Microsoft and various law enforcement associations to provide tracking technology. The hosts characterize this as a shift toward "home-based slave labor" that benefits private corporations.

Local governments are increasingly using eminent domain to seize private property for non-essential projects, such as hiking trails in Boulder, Colorado. Critics argue these seizures are often used for political leverage or to clear land for secret government infrastructure rather than public necessity.

While the UK lowered its VAT, it simultaneously increased the tax on alcohol by 8%. Adam Curry mentions looking for a local pub that serves Adnans Ale. The segment transitions to a video from a University of Colorado Boulder professor regarding human population trends.