3 chapters across the catalog
Episode 1401 Art, Delft Blue Tile, Twitter Threats
The album art for episode 1401, a Delft Blue tile design by Tante Neal, sparked a controversy on Twitter involving threats against a host's family. The hosts discuss the creative process behind selecting art and the criteria for avoiding "stolen" or clip-art designs. They emphasize the importance of original artwork in the show's production model.
Thomas Sowell, Michael Jackson MSNBC Clip and Podcast Buttons
A donor recommends Thomas Sowell's "Intellectuals and Society," leading to a discussion about Sowell's standoffish nature. The hosts play an archival clip of a host appearing on MSNBC following Michael Jackson's death in 2009. They also mention receiving "ask me about my podcast" buttons and a Dutch Delft blue plate from listeners.
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines continues its tradition of gifting business class passengers miniature Delft Blue porcelain houses filled with liquor. There are currently 89 distinct models in the collection, modeled after real Dutch canal houses. These items remain a popular perk for international travelers despite the airline's recent financial losses.
