9 chapters across the catalog
In Fremont, California, 29-year-old Varun Suresh was arrested for the stabbing death of 71-year-old David Brimmer, a registered sex offender. Suresh reportedly used the Megan's Law website to find a victim he considered "easy to kill" and posed as an accountant to gain access to Brimmer's home. Upon his arrest, Suresh allegedly told police he expected to be viewed as a hero because "everyone hates pedophiles."
The hosts discuss the purpose of the Electoral College as a mechanism for elites to prevent "crazy" candidates from taking power. They critique David Brooks' commentary on PBS, where he labeled bankruptcy laws "amoral" to attack Trump. The segment argues that the party structure is intentionally designed to provide stability and prevent the rise of "momentary fads" or demagogues.
Grand Duke David Foley's donation was flagged by PayPal under anti-terrorism laws due to the mention of "Jose Gonzalez of Las Vegas" in the instruction box. The hosts discuss how specific keywords can trigger financial holds and investigations. Other producers, including Moses Hall and Paul, are thanked for their creative jingles and support.
David Brooks, Mark Shields, International Law Debate
On PBS NewsHour, commentators David Brooks and Mark Shields debated the merits of striking Syria. Brooks, appearing nervous, argued that the U.S. must act to maintain the "non-proliferation regime," while Shields pointed out the lack of a coalition and the "poisoning of the well" from the Iraq War. The hosts criticize Brooks for ignoring that a strike without UN approval would violate international law.
The UK government is considering legislation that would create a legal assumption that anyone carrying a knife intends to use it, leading to mandatory prison sentences. The hosts characterize this as "pre-crime" logic and part of a broader global effort to disarm citizens and increase state control.
NBC's David Gregory is under investigation for displaying a high-capacity 30-round magazine during an interview on "Meet the Press," which is illegal in Washington, D.C. The hosts suggest the incident was a staged "show-and-tell" scam designed to demonstrate the seriousness of gun laws and generate a controlled legal controversy.
The NBC show "Harry's Law" is criticized for changing its formula and removing a "pretty blonde" character. A clip from the show features Kathy Bates delivering a monologue about how "cruelty sells" in modern media, citing the Huffington Post and various cable news hosts. The hosts lament that they were not included in the show's list of "mean" media personalities.
FCC Profanity Rulings, Late Night Television Language
A discussion on FCC regulations reveals that profanity fines generally do not apply to broadcasts between 11 PM and 6 AM. The hosts note that while late-night hosts like David Letterman could legally use more explicit language, they choose to self-censor to avoid offending audiences. They also reference a recent court ruling involving Fox that challenged the FCC's authority over "fleeting expletives."
Lisbon Treaty, EU Financial Crisis, UK Treasury Note
The financial instability in the Eurozone is discussed as a catalyst for increased centralized regulation from Brussels. A humorous anecdote from the UK involves new Chief Secretary to the Treasury David Laws receiving a note from his predecessor, Liam Byrne, stating simply that "the money has run out."
