Topic: Clear

The hosts discuss the reported bankruptcy of Publishers Clearing House and the loss of benefits for long-term winners. They also examine a Treasury Department plan to mint a $1 commemorative coin featuring Donald Trump's profile for the U.S. 250th anniversary. The coin's design reportedly includes the "Fight! Fight! Fight!" imagery from the Butler, Pennsylvania assassination attempt.

A digital billboard in Times Square featuring a pregnant woman promoting "lactation cookies" was removed by Clear Channel for violating content guidelines. Author Molly Baaz criticized the decision as hypocritical, pointing out more explicitly sexualized advertisements permitted in the same area.

Retired federal judge J. Michael Luttig's testimony and subsequent NPR interview are deconstructed. Luttig's warning of a "clear and present danger" to democracy is analyzed, with the hosts noting his vocal similarity to Bill Barr. Luttig's call for the Republican Party to initiate a "reconciliation process" for the events of January 6th is dismissed as an attempt to return to an obsolete era of the party.

Dr. Michael Osterholm predicted that vaccine passports will become a permanent fixture of everyday life, driven by private sector requirements for travel and dining. He compared the upcoming digital health credentials to the "Clear" biometric screening kiosks used at airports for eyeball and fingerprint scanning. Osterholm suggests that government guidance will facilitate these private mandates even without a direct federal law.

The concept of a "new normal" is transitioning into a biosecurity state where digital health passes, developed by companies like IBM and Clear, will be required for entry into stadiums and concerts. Ticketmaster and the Australian government are exploring smartphone verification systems for vaccination status, signaling a future where movement is contingent on digital health credentials.

Ticketmaster announced plans to integrate digital health verification into its ticketing process, potentially requiring fans to prove vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test via mobile apps. The system would utilize third-party health data firms like Clear and IBM to verify medical records without Ticketmaster storing the data directly. Debate persists over whether this constitutes a "vaccine passport" and if such measures are legally discriminatory or economically viable for event venues.

New Analogic baggage scanners at Oakland Airport are described as having an over-designed, aesthetic appearance that contrasts with older security equipment. Experiences at SeaTac airport highlight the frustrations with the Clear security program and TSA Pre-Check logistics. An anecdote involves a TSA agent inspecting a bag of Russian red wheat flour while missing a bottle of water in a carry-on.

At the F8 developers conference, Mark Zuckerberg announced a new "Clear History" feature that allows users to see and delete the data Facebook collects from third-party apps and websites. The hosts express shock at the revelation that Facebook tracks "off-Facebook" browsing history extensively. This move is seen as a response to the Cambridge Analytica scandal and an attempt to rebuild user trust through increased transparency.

Rachel Maddow used the phrase "clear and present danger" to describe the risks posed by the Trump administration's handling of North Korea and the Iran nuclear deal. The term is noted as a specific legal standard used by the Supreme Court to determine when speech can be constitutionally restricted, such as in the "fire in a theater" analogy.

iHeartMedia, formerly Clear Channel, has warned investors that it may not survive another year due to $24 billion in debt. The company is attempting to restructure its finances and may spin off its outdoor advertising division. The hosts discuss the potential for independent buyers to pick up radio stations at a discount as the corporate media giant faces insolvency.

iHeartMedia, formerly Clear Channel, is facing a financial crisis with over $20 billion in debt and a massive $8.3 billion note due in 2019. The company, led by Bob Pittman and backed by Bain Capital, may be forced into receivership as terrestrial radio struggles to remain profitable.

Adam Curry shared his success using a homeopathic remedy called "Clear Lungs" to treat a persistent cough. John Dvorak recounted a similar experience in Brazil where a homeopathic pharmacist provided a dried ginger remedy that restored his voice during a grueling speaking tour. The hosts discussed the efficacy of certain alternative medicines for vocal and respiratory health compared to traditional over-the-counter options.

The financial instability of IHeartRadio, formerly Clear Channel, is discussed in the context of its $27 billion debt and leveraged buyout by Bain Capital. A specific incident is reported where hackers breached the studio transmitter links of the KXCx radio group to broadcast adult audio for several hours. The hosts explain how centralized, automated broadcasting makes the industry vulnerable to such intrusions.

A residence in FEMA Region 6 underwent a spiritual clearing performed by a practitioner named Deva using sage and "dragon blood." The process was initiated after reports of negative energy in a studio space. The practitioner claimed to identify a "portal" above a bed intended for recharging energy, which purportedly inspired a book title involving pipelines and pedophiles.

The financial stability of Sirius XM and Clear Channel is questioned, with the hosts noting the massive debt loads carried by both satellite and terrestrial radio companies. They argue that the high cost of replacing satellites and the centralization of programming have made traditional radio models unsustainable.

The financial viability of Sirius XM and Clear Channel is questioned, noting their significant debt loads. The hosts argue that the high cost of replacing satellites and the centralization of programming have degraded the quality of terrestrial and satellite radio compared to the internet model.

Mainstream media outlets including CBS and CNN report on a study suggesting that climate change is causing more frequent and severe flight turbulence. The hosts dismiss these claims as predictive "bull crap" based on computer models rather than actual measurements, noting that pilots have not reported a significant increase in severe incidents.

Outgoing BBC Director-General Mark Thompson is moving to the New York Times, which the hosts find suspicious given his alleged ties to British intelligence. They also discuss Reuters claiming they were "hacked" to cover up editorial mistakes and mention the sale of legendary New York station WOR to Clear Channel.

The controversy surrounding Rush Limbaugh's comments about Sandra Fluke is characterized as a deliberate media distraction. The theory posits that the focus on contraception and "slut" rhetoric was engineered to move the Republican primary conversation away from religious issues that were harming Mitt Romney. The hosts link the ownership of Clear Channel by Bain Capital to the timing of the outburst.

Rush Limbaugh faces a massive advertiser boycott, including Citrix (GoToMyPC), after calling law student Sandra Fluke a "slut" during a broadcast about birth control mandates. The hosts analyze the controversy as a planned distraction and note that Limbaugh's syndicator, Premier Radio Networks, is owned by Clear Channel, which has ties to Bain Capital.