Topic: Canada Post

Canada is reportedly considering a $500 million subsidy for media companies, a move criticized as a way to keep failing outlets afloat. Meanwhile, Jeff Bezos faced backlash from journalists for spending $10.5 million on a Washington Post Super Bowl advertisement. Critics argued the funds would have been better spent on hiring reporters rather than a branding exercise during a period of industry-wide layoffs.

Canada Post has restored most services following rotating strikes, though backlogs remain in Vancouver. In aviation news, O'Hare International Airport is testing new 3D scanners that may eventually allow travelers to keep liquids in their carry-on bags. The hosts credit the Chertoff Group and L3 for the rollout of this expensive new technology.

The hosts recognize several high-level donors, including "Sir Cesium 137," whose contribution was delayed by the Canadian Postal Service. Marco Slager of Tallahassee is knighted as "Sir Enity" after resolving an issue with his autopay. The segment lists numerous $50 donors from the US and UK, acknowledging their role in keeping the show ad-free.

James Howard is officially knighted for donating over $1,000 to the program. The hosts discuss the high cost of producing and shipping the custom rings, noting that many are stolen by postal workers in Commonwealth countries like Australia.

Deepak Chopra, a former CEO of a body scanner company who accompanied President Obama on a trade mission to India, has been appointed CEO of Canada Post. The hosts criticize the move, noting that Chopra benefited from U.S. taxpayer-funded junkets before taking a high-level position in Canada. There are concerns he will move to privatize the Canadian postal service.