Topic: Chris Butler

Tulsi Gabbard's upbringing in the Science of Identity Foundation, a Hawaii-based offshoot of Hare Krishna, has become a point of public scrutiny. The group, founded by Chris Butler, has been described by some defectors as a cult. The hosts discuss the group's history and its connection to Gabbard's parents.

Adam Curry recounts his disappointment with the Podshow 10-year reunion held at the Dogpatch Saloon in San Francisco. While he enjoyed seeing former colleagues like Michael Butler and Chris Beshears, he notes that many people did not attend due to a lack of Facebook presence. The hosts reflect on their inability to have a normal dinner conversation without saving "content" for the podcast.