Topic: Damage Control

3 chapters across the catalog

No Guff
Episode 1684 2:55:59 - 2:57:45

1684: No Guff

Dr Pepper Lawsuit, Equipment Damage, MIDI Controller

A host describes a mishap involving a "flat" can of Dr Pepper that spilled onto a MIDI controller. The incident leads to a humorous discussion about batch numbers and the potential for a lawsuit against the soda company for damaged equipment.

Pardon Me
Episode 1040 26:10 - 34:37

1040: Pardon Me

Bill Clinton Damage Control Interview on The Late Show

Following his disastrous Today Show appearance, Bill Clinton appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to perform damage control. Accompanied by co-author James Patterson, Clinton attempted to clarify his stance on the Me Too movement and his past behavior. Colbert pressed Clinton on why he seemed offended by the questions, leading Clinton to reiterate his support for the movement while acknowledging his previous interview was not his "finest hour."

Episode 514 35:01 - 38:15

514: Patriotic Printer

Obama and Biden Public Relations Stunts

The hosts critique recent public appearances by the President and Vice President as transparent damage control. Obama is seen visiting a pre-kindergarten classroom, while Joe Biden reads letters from third graders in Philadelphia regarding gun violence. The segments are characterized as staged attempts to use children to distract from ongoing political scandals.