
1192: Balderdash!
Eric Swalwell, Chris Matthews, and Public Flatulence
Returning to the "Fartgate" incident, the hosts provide a technical breakdown of how flatulence sounds are captured by lavalier microphones versus boom mics. They speculate on the acoustics of the MSNBC studio and the reaction of Eric Swalwell. The conversation shifts to the social stigma of flatulence, particularly for women, and the perceived "punk" attitude of certain politicians.

