Topic: Don Cheadle

3 chapters across the catalog

Cissexist Hxstory
Episode 832 2:45:09 - 2:51:15

832: Cissexist Hxstory

Deshauna Barber, Militarism in Beauty Pageants

Miss District of Columbia, Deshauna Barber, won the Miss USA title after answering a question about the Pentagon opening combat jobs to women. Barber, an active-duty Army officer, emphasized that "gender does not limit us" in the military. The hosts suggest the pageant had a "hidden agenda" to promote militarism and recruitment, noting the high-tension music that played during her final segment.

Velveeta Shortage!
Episode 588 57:19 - 1:01:55

588: Velveeta Shortage!

February Awareness Months and TV Recommendations

A brief overview of February awareness designations, including National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and American Heart Month, leads into television talk. After a listener complains about the unresolved ending of "Rubicon," the hosts recommend "House of Lies" starring Don Cheadle. They compare the show's cynical tone to "The Wolf of Wall Street" and discuss the nature of celebrity interactions.

Velveeta Shortage!
Episode 588 1:01:56 - 1:03:55

588: Velveeta Shortage!

House of Lies Clip and Kristen Bell's Performance

A lewd clip from the television series "House of Lies" is played to illustrate the show's portrayal of the high-stakes management consulting and sales world. The scene features Kristen Bell's character confronting a former executive over his history of sexual harassment. The hosts praise the writing and the "reprehensible" nature of the characters.