Topic: Cream

26 chapters across the catalog

Dead Feathered
Episode 1795

1795: Dead Feathered

X Advertising Glitches, Listener Feedback on Language

The hosts open the show discussing strange advertisements on X (formerly Twitter) promoting butter on ice cream. A listener provides feedback via a donation message, criticizing the use of sanitized language like "bullcrap" and urging the hosts to use natural profanity. The segment establishes the show's value-for-value model and addresses the demographic of the audience.

Queer The Deal
Episode 1768 2:07:10 - 2:12:20

1768: Queer The Deal

Memorial Day History, Black History Course Claims

A discussion on the origins of Memorial Day contrasted traditional views with claims from a social media "Black History" teacher. The teacher asserted that formerly enslaved people created the holiday, originally called Decoration Day, to honor Union veterans. She also made the unusual claim that ice cream was made with mayonnaise before being improved by Black creators, a statement the hosts found dubious.

Yippy
Episode 1754 2:05:34 - 2:10:16

1754: Yippy

Executive Producer Donations and Lard Cream

Major donors are recognized, including Anthony Laferla and Charles from Faro Life, who sent a donation along with his "face food" lard cream. Another producer, Matt Snyder, credited the show for recommending Jacques Ellul's book on propaganda, which he found highly valuable.

EULA for Ukraine
Episode 1744 2:54:46 - 2:57:01

1744: EULA for Ukraine

Qing Wan Hong Cream, Burn Treatment Miracle

Adam Curry shares a personal story about accidentally burning his lip with a hot vape coil just before a keynote speech. He credits "Qing Wan Hong," a Chinese herbal cream, for preventing a blister and healing the burn instantly. The hosts recommend the cream as a "miracle" first-aid item for household and travel use.

The Fog
Episode 1726 2:34:58 - 2:40:32

1726: The Fog

Raw Milk, Big Dairy Lobby, Government Cheese History

The history of "Government Cheese" is traced back to World War II, when the U.S. government became a massive buyer of milk to produce ice cream for military morale. After the war, the government continued buying milk to prevent the dairy industry's collapse, storing the surplus as cheese in underground caverns. During the Reagan administration, this surplus was distributed to low-income families, leading to the creation of the National Dairy Council to drive private milk consumption.

Bin Police
Episode 1595 49:16 - 51:23

1595: Bin Police

Plastic Recycling Innovation, Vanilla Ice Cream Project

Scientists have developed a research project that converts plastic waste into a substance resembling vanilla ice cream using specialized enzymes. While the product is not yet ready for human consumption, the project aims to rethink the global plastic crisis. The process involves breaking down plastic into its component parts to create safe food ingredients.

Trusted Flaggers
Episode 1544 3:02:45 - 3:09:52

1544: Trusted Flaggers

End of Show Mix and Joe Biden Audio Montage

The episode ends with a satirical audio montage featuring clips of President Joe Biden discussing ice cream, his childhood, and various gaffes. The mix, produced by "Secret Agent Paul," blends these clips with music and sound effects for comedic effect. The hosts bid farewell to the audience, announcing their return for the next scheduled broadcast.

Digital Dementia
Episode 1542 1:52:37 - 1:55:51

1542: Digital Dementia

Pharmaceutical Advertising, Joe Biden Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

The hosts call for a ban on direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical advertising, which is only legal in the U.S. and New Zealand. They also critique a recent White House press event where President Joe Biden joked about chocolate chip ice cream immediately before addressing the Nashville school shooting, calling it a "wrong moment" for the administration.

Flexitarianism
Episode 1478 1:47:11 - 1:50:14

1478: Flexitarianism

Jeremy Lee, 15th Wedding Anniversary and QVC

Jeremy Lee of Cheyenne, Wyoming, celebrated his 15th wedding anniversary with his wife Brandy. The segment transitions into a discussion about the Home Shopping Network and QVC, specifically a Ninja ice cream maker. Memories of famous home shopping personalities and their interactions with callers are shared.

COVID Medley
Episode 1440 54:51 - 1:00:58

1440: COVID Medley

Social Distancing Shaming, Tyranny vs. Quarantine

Public complaints about social distancing violations lead to "shaming" on social media and police intervention. Parody songs question the necessity of masks and the rush for a vaccine. The segment concludes with a distinction between "quarantine" (isolating the sick) and "tyranny" (isolating the healthy), as skeptics argue that government measures are overstepping for the sake of control.

Afghaniscam
Episode 1379 1:19:29 - 1:21:59

1379: Afghaniscam

McDonald's Ice Cream Machines, Employee Scams and Lawsuits

The frequent breakdown of McDonald's ice cream machines is attributed to both an employee "scam" to avoid cleaning the difficult equipment and a potential legal issue involving the manufacturer. A lawsuit suggests the machines may be designed to fail at regular intervals to benefit maintenance contractors.

Electrical College
Episode 1300 3:52 - 6:18

1300: Electrical College

British Double Cream, Culinary Comparison

A discussion of British double cream arises following a breakfast of apple pie. The product is compared to clotted cream due to its solid consistency and high fat content. The absence of a comparable high-quality heavy cream product in the United States is noted, with Cool Whip cited as an inferior American alternative.

Rory's Dad
Episode 1286 2:25:35 - 2:31:54

1286: Rory's Dad

Pelosi Interview, Sub-Zero Fridges, Botox Speculation

During her interview with Wolf Blitzer, Nancy Pelosi claimed to represent the "suffering of the American people" despite her well-publicized high-end kitchen and expensive ice cream collection. Pelosi refused to speak directly with President Trump, preferring to deal with his representatives. Observers noted that Pelosi appeared remarkably "young" and well-groomed during the segment, leading to speculation about cosmetic procedures during the lockdown.

Trained Marxist
Episode 1253 1:34:35 - 1:37:10

1253: Trained Marxist

Skin Whitening Creams, Ford Bronco, Popular Mechanics

Johnson & Johnson announced it will stop selling skin whitening creams in Asia and the Middle East following social pressure. Meanwhile, Ford Motor Company delayed the debut of the new Bronco to avoid clashing with the anniversary of the O.J. Simpson chase. Popular Mechanics also published a guide on the physics of removing racist statues, which the hosts find notable for a technical magazine.

Carbon Budget
Episode 1107 2:08:57 - 2:12:04

1107: Carbon Budget

International Donors, CBD Cream, Prickly Bits

Donors from Australia, Dubai, and the UK were acknowledged, including Sir Mike of the Ewing and Sir Peter Totes from Sugar Land, Texas. A humorous exchange regarding "Sir Joe" from Santa Rosa and his CBD cream warned listeners not to apply the product to their "bits" as it could be "prickly." Dame Susan Johnson from Oregon was also thanked for her contribution.

Bone Saw
Episode 1077 2:03:11 - 2:11:45

1077: Bone Saw

Knighting Ceremony, Sir Gasket of the Region, Foundry Gifts

Rusty Dutch is knighted as "Sir Gasket of the Region" following a $1,000 donation. The hosts also discuss a gift from Ryan Showalter, a foundry worker who sent custom-cast ice cream scoops and bottle openers. Showalter's note explained that the show inspired him to take over his father's valve casting business, countering the trend of third-generation family business decline.

Poop Particle
Episode 1024 11:19 - 18:44

1024: Poop Particle

Dutch Royal Lunch Menu and Wine Selection

The hosts critique the culinary offerings at the royal lunch, specifically focusing on a 2014 Olivier Leflève Rulli Premier Cru white wine. Curry describes the multi-course meal which included lightly smoked dove, turbo fish with beurre noisette, and a controversial dessert featuring marinated avocado, lemon curd, and vanilla ice cream.

Rise of the Betas
Episode 1014 2:43:59 - 2:49:09

1014: Rise of the Betas

Nor'easter Weather, Thundersnow and Survival Logic

A massive Nor'easter brought "thundersnow" and power outages to the U.S. East Coast, leaving thousands without heat or water. The hosts criticized residents for complaining about a lack of water while surrounded by snow, suggesting they melt it for use. The segment concluded with an anecdote about an Irish boat in a South African museum and a reminder of the upcoming Sunday show.

Sologamy
Episode 929 1:11:43 - 1:13:19

929: Sologamy

Ice Cream Gate, Time Magazine White House Dinner

A Time magazine profile of President Trump's dinner habits revealed that he was served two scoops of vanilla ice cream while his guests received only one. The media coverage of this detail is criticized as a form of "fat shaming" and an example of trivial reporting during a period of significant political news.