Topic: Cell Phone Explosion

2 chapters across the catalog

Reverse the Curse
Episode 633 2:53:59 - 2:58:12

633: Reverse the Curse

TSA Electronic Device Power-On Requirement

New TSA regulations require passengers on US-bound flights to power on their electronic devices at security checkpoints to prove they do not contain explosives. The segment mocks the "rule follower" mentality of travelers and questions the logic of the measure, noting that terrorists are now effectively warned where not to hide bombs.

No Agenda 006
Episode 6 19:56 - 22:17

6: No Agenda 006

South Korean Cell Phone Death Hoax, Nokia Battery Recalls

A report of a South Korean man killed by an exploding cell phone is revealed to be a murder cover-up rather than a hardware failure. The hosts discuss how the media's inherent dislike of mobile phones led to the quick adoption of the story. They also recall a legitimate Nokia battery recall that was preceded by listener reports of batteries exploding and burning holes in carpets.