Topic: Clemson University

4 chapters across the catalog

Spin the Bottle
Episode 1010 2:05:52 - 2:10:35

1010: Spin the Bottle

No Agenda Donations and Job Karma Requests

Producers Jeremy Cook, Richard Killing, and Brian Longenecker contributed to the show, with Longenecker providing a "readings from the future" segment. Tyler Brown, a bartender putting his wife through Clemson University, requested a "de-douching" and expressed how the show helps him through difficult times. Other donors requested "job karma" for their family members in exchange for their financial support.

Terror Put
Episode 923 2:05:09 - 2:14:07

923: Terror Put

Clemson University Diversity Training, Timeliness and Racism Claims

Clemson University reportedly spent $38,000 on a diversity training course for staff that suggested expecting people to be on time could be perceived as racist. The hosts compare this to their experiences with corporate training at MTV and other organizations. They argue that such courses are often "nonsense" designed to incite controversy rather than improve productivity.

Clouds of Crisis
Episode 558 2:47:01 - 2:51:33

558: Clouds of Crisis

Fat Shaming, Maria Kang, and the Bullying Circle

Fitness advocate Maria Kang faced backlash and accusations of "fat shaming" after posting a photo with her children. This leads to a discussion on the "Bullying Circle" used in school prevention programs, which categorizes various roles from active bullies to passive onlookers.

Cyber 9/11
Episode 417 1:38:37 - 1:41:54

417: Cyber 9/11

Bill Gates Foundation and Galvanic Skin Response

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation has granted over $1 million to develop "galvanic skin response" (GSR) bracelets to measure student engagement in classrooms. The technology is noted for its similarity to lie detectors and the "E-meters" used by Scientologists. The segment suggests a potential influence of Scientology within the Gates Foundation's educational initiatives.