Topic: Caning

10 chapters across the catalog

Cash over Country
Episode 1579 1:13:05 - 1:18:21

1579: Cash over Country

The Transmaxxing Manifesto and Male-to-Female Transitioning

A document titled "The Transmaxxing Manifesto" outlines perceived benefits for males transitioning to females, ranging from emotional changes to social advantages like cheaper car insurance. The hosts compare the distribution of this large PDF to the underground circulation of "Faces of Death" and "Mondo Cane" videos in previous decades.

Banks not Tanks
Episode 1430 1:37:11 - 1:40:45

1430: Banks not Tanks

Fertilizer Crisis, Entomophagy, Mondo Cane

A predicted fertilizer shortage is linked to a potential global food crisis and the promotion of "eating bugs" (entomophagy). The hosts reference the 1962 film *Mondo Cane*, which depicted high-end New York restaurants serving insects as delicacies. They suggest that the current narrative is preparing the public for a "rough ride" regarding food availability and cost.

Speciesism
Episode 661 1:37:23 - 1:39:10

661: Speciesism

Blind Americans Equality Day, White Cane Safety

A presidential proclamation renamed "White Cane Safety Day" to "Blind Americans Equality Day," a move criticized as unnecessary linguistic engineering. The hosts argue that the original name provided a clear safety directive for the public. They also note that modern web technologies like JavaScript often create significant barriers for screen readers, undermining actual digital equality for the blind.

Episode 478 24:27 - 27:20

478: Cranks and Firebrands

No Agenda Moonshine, Sir Cogs Distillery

A package from Sir Cogs containing "No Agenda Moonshine" arrived, featuring a high-quality 180-proof spirit distilled from sugar cane. Because it is not grain-based, the producer claims it contains no methanol. The hosts describe the product as having professional packaging and suggest it could be a viable commercial product if diluted with water to create a premium vodka-like spirit.

Mongolian Hat
Episode 474 1:46:08 - 1:49:41

474: Mongolian Hat

No Agenda Moonshine and High-Proof Alcohol

John C. Dvorak discusses receiving a bottle of "No Agenda Moonshine," which is 180-proof alcohol. He warns that it is too strong to drink straight and explains the chemistry of using cane sugar to avoid producing toxic methanol during the distillation process.

Episode 453 1:05:56 - 1:07:47

453: Haldol Dribbler

Blind Man Tased, Samurai Sword Mistake

Police in Lancashire, England, tasered 61-year-old Colin Farmer, a blind man, after mistaking his white cane for a samurai sword. The incident occurred while officers were searching for a different individual reportedly armed with a blade. The police department issued a formal apology for the traumatic mishap, which Farmer described as a nightmare.

Form 990
Episode 244 1:14:06 - 1:19:02

244: Form 990

National Character Counts Week, White Cane Safety Day

The White House issued proclamations for National Character Counts Week and White Cane Safety Day. The language of the proclamations is criticized for using the phrase "Americans who use canes" instead of "blind people." The hosts also discuss the lack of web accessibility for the visually impaired on government websites despite these symbolic gestures.

Thanksgiving Turkeys
Episode 123 22:11 - 23:55

123: Thanksgiving Turkeys

Tommy Benton, Marijuana Caning Proposal

Georgia State Representative Tommy Benton proposed implementing caning and execution for marijuana offenders, citing Singapore's legal system as a successful model. The proposal has drawn criticism for advocating fascist-style punishments. Benton's stance on gun control is also questioned in light of his admiration for Singapore's strict laws.