Topic: Corn

Ferrari unveils the "Luce," its first all-electric vehicle, designed in collaboration with former Apple designer Jony Ive. The car features a body made partly of Corning glass and an electronic amplification system to mimic traditional engine sounds. Market analysts express concern that the $640,000 EV may "cheapen" the Ferrari brand, leading to a drop in share prices.

The phenomenon of "corn sweat" is increasing humidity levels across the U.S. Corn Belt, with one acre of corn releasing up to 4,000 gallons of water daily. Meanwhile, the International Court of Justice is considering making states financially liable for climate inaction. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for all tech data centers to be powered by 100% renewable energy by 2070.

Tucker Carlson alleged that President Biden's staff, supervised by Dr. Jill Biden, administered medication to manage his cognitive decline before public appearances. The segment reviewed various "Biden medleys" featuring the President's verbal stumbles at the United Nations and other events. The discussion touched on the "Corn Pop" story and the physical changes observed in the President over the last three years.

The hosts critique an AI-generated summary of their previous episode, calling it "dull" and "humorless." They then review various listener-submitted artwork for the current show, ultimately selecting a piece by Francisco Scaramanga featuring an Elvira-style character. Other submissions included themes of "corn sweat," "sloth fever," and "the politics of joy."

"Corn sweat," scientifically known as evapotranspiration, is being blamed for extreme humidity and "heat risk" in the Midwest. Scientific American reports that corn plants release significant moisture into the atmosphere, impacting regional weather patterns. The hosts mock the term as a new addition to the climate change lexicon used to create a "strategy of tension."

The hosts discuss Celanese Corporation's technology for producing ethanol from natural gas, which they predict will disrupt the corn subsidy lobby. They also enter a prediction for a "European Civil War" in 2020, following a series of global economic collapses.

The show concludes with a satirical musical mix titled "Riding With Biden," featuring parody versions of 1950s and 60s songs. The lyrics mock President Biden's interactions with young people and his "Corn Pop" stories, presented as a limited-time CD collection. The hosts sign off from the Texas Hill Country and Silicon Valley, reminding listeners to return for the Thursday broadcast.

A look back at a two-year-old prediction from the "Ice Age Farmer" regarding land confiscation for carbon capture pipelines and impending food shortages. The hosts evaluate the accuracy of these claims in the context of current food prices and availability.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak sign off from Episode 1587, thanking the producers and reminding listeners of the next show on Thursday. The episode concludes with several "End of Show Mixes" featuring soundbites of Joe Biden discussing "Corn Pop" and various historical anecdotes, alongside "it's an op" themed tracks.

The episode concludes with a series of "end of show mixes" and a montage of Joe Biden's verbal gaffes, including the "Corn Pop" story and comments on "hairy legs." The hosts sign off from Texas and Silicon Valley, reminding listeners to return for the next broadcast on Thursday. The final segments feature eclectic music and sound bites from the No Agenda community.

Medical research indicates that Vitamin D3 is converted in the liver and kidneys into its active form, 125-Dihydroxyvitamin D, which is essential for immune function. A study highlighted in the MedCram series suggests that high fructose corn syrup can accelerate the inactivation of Vitamin D in the body. This dietary factor may undermine the benefits of sun exposure and supplementation.

The hosts revisit a prediction from one year ago regarding food shortages and carbon capture pipelines. While the predicted massive food shortages in the U.S. did not materialize, the construction of multi-billion dollar CO2 pipelines through the Corn Belt using eminent domain is confirmed. They speculate these pipelines could eventually be repurposed for oil.

"Skimpflation" is identified as a trend where food brands reformulate recipes with cheaper ingredients to offset rising costs. Examples include Smart Balance margarine reducing its vegetable oil content from 64% to 39% and other brands substituting sugar with high fructose corn syrup. A survey of 300 brands indicates that nearly two-thirds have recently changed their recipes, often resulting in lower product quality.

President Biden authorized the year-round sale of E15 gasoline (15% ethanol) to lower fuel prices. AAA warned that the higher ethanol content could cause damage to older vehicle engines due to its corrosive properties. Dvorak explains that while some cars are designed for E85, most standard engines are only rated for a 10% ethanol mix.

The hosts debate whether the consolidation of the food industry is a deliberate attempt at population management. They discuss the health impacts of high fructose corn syrup and canola oil (rapeseed oil) and the "terrorizing" of farmers through restrictive seed contracts. A host suggests that the ultimate goal is to streamline human nutrition to the bare minimum required for functionality while maximizing corporate profit.

The "Ice Age Farmer" reports on the confiscation of American farmland through eminent domain to build massive carbon capture and sequestration pipelines across the Corn Belt. These projects aim to transport CO2 from ethanol plants to be buried underground, often against the will of multi-generational farming families. This occurs amidst warnings from fertilizer CEOs of a looming global food crisis and "life or death" shortages in the coming year.

A global glass shortage is impacting the liquor and wine industries, leading brands like Jack Daniels and Jim Beam to halt production of certain sizes or switch to plastic bottles. The shortage is attributed to pandemic-related factory shutdowns and the "cold repair" maintenance of glass melting furnaces, which can take up to 20 weeks to restart. Major glass plants in the San Francisco Bay Area have also permanently closed.

A discussion on climate policy highlights the unintended consequences of the U.S. ethanol mandate, which diverted a third of the corn crop to fuel production. This shift caused global food prices to double, leading to riots in Mexico and hindering relief agencies trying to feed the poor in Africa. The segment argues that while stewardship of the earth is a shared value, poorly planned carbon reduction strategies can cause immediate human suffering.

A technical presentation from MedCram explains how high fructose corn syrup accelerates the inactivation of Vitamin D in the body. This biochemical process may explain why certain communities with diets high in processed foods and soft drinks suffer disproportionately from COVID-19. The hosts advise listeners to strictly avoid high fructose corn syrup to maintain immune health.

The show concludes with a birthday-themed "End of Show Mix" featuring various Joe Biden gaffes, including his "Corn Pop" story and "lying dog-faced pony soldier" remarks. The hosts also mock the media's insistence on referring to Jill Biden as "Dr. Jill," noting that she holds a doctorate in education rather than a medical degree.