Topic: Esquire

An Esquire magazine journalist's report from the Texas-Mexico border suggests that local residents, including Hispanic citizens, largely support the construction of a border wall. The report claims that legal Hispanic immigrants often feel illegal immigration is unfair to those who followed the law. This sentiment highlights a potential "silent" voting bloc for Donald Trump that is not reflected in mainstream polling.

Clint Eastwood's interview with Esquire magazine is discussed, specifically his critique of the "kiss-ass generation" and political correctness. Actor Graham Beckle defended Eastwood on CNN against Charles Blow, arguing that Eastwood has integrity and is simply telling the truth about societal shifts. The segment highlights the media's tendency to label any criticism of modern norms as racist.

An Esquire magazine survey conducted via Survey Monkey claims that 49% of Americans are angrier than they were a year ago. The data suggests that white women are the angriest demographic, with 58% reporting increased frustration. The segment attributes this to targeted political messaging designed to make specific demographics feel threatened or outraged.

The hosts discuss George Clooney's upcoming film "The Monuments Men" and a PR campaign involving the return of Nazi-looted art. They speculate that the timing of real-world art discoveries is being coordinated with the movie's release in Los Angeles and Berlin. Clooney is characterized as a "global warming stooge" despite his "nice guy" persona.

China's National Tourism Administration has issued a "Guidebook for Civilized Tourism" to prevent citizens from picking noses or urinating in pools while abroad. The guide follows international outrage over a Chinese teenager defacing an ancient temple in Luxor, Egypt. The segment also touches on the Esquire Network and Anthony Bourdain's influence on travel television.

A list from Esquire magazine detailing President Obama's first-year accomplishments is reviewed, covering the bank bailout, the order to close Guantanamo Bay, and new car emission standards. The show concludes with a listener story about an Obama-themed gift and a preview of the upcoming New Year's Eve episode. Adam Curry signs off from his mobile studio in Yosemite.

Esquire Magazine named Adam Curry the worst dressed man in Holland, a title he dismisses as a publicity stunt to save a failing publication. The ranking placed Curry directly below the "best dressed" winner, a Dutch rock guitarist, in a layout Curry believes was intended as a joke by local newspapers. Curry expresses interest in receiving an actual plaque for the dubious honor to display in his office.