Topic: Dartmouth College

2 chapters across the catalog

Stapler Abuse
Episode 1545 2:14:35 - 2:17:02

1545: Stapler Abuse

Climate Change and Baseball, Air Density Study

A new study from Dartmouth College suggests that climate change is responsible for an increase in home runs in Major League Baseball. The research argues that warmer temperatures lead to less dense air, reducing resistance for flying balls. Since 2010, the study attributes over 500 home runs to global warming, a finding the hosts view with skepticism as a potential "house ad" for the climate agenda.

No Bagles for You!
Episode 394 34:48 - 39:15

394: No Bagles for You!

Jim Yong Kim, World Bank Nomination, and Charlie Rose

President Obama's nomination of Dr. Jim Yong Kim to lead the World Bank is analyzed as a move to prioritize global health initiatives over traditional banking. A Charlie Rose interview is used to show Kim's ties to George Soros and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation regarding tuberculosis treatment. The hosts also play audio of Kim rapping at a Dartmouth graduation to question his suitability for the role.