Topic: Flyover

The hosts perform "de-douching" ceremonies for new donors and read a series of handwritten letters. A special 100th birthday wish is sent to a listener's mother, Alberta, and the segment highlights the multi-generational appeal of the program across "flyover country."

NFL announcers Joe Buck and Troy Aikman were caught on a hot mic mocking military flyovers at stadiums, calling them a waste of taxpayer money. Aikman joked that such displays would not happen under a "Kamala-Biden ticket," sparking debate over the announcers' political leanings and professionalism.

Ron Woodbury writes in from the "flyover states" about enjoying steak cooked on a natural gas grill despite clean air regulations. John C. Dvorak notes that outdoor cooking is often exempt from wood-burning bans, allowing residents to bypass certain environmental restrictions. The hosts conclude the donation segment by reiterating the value of producer credits and the "value-for-value" model.

The hosts and Matt Taibbi discuss how the media historically "disqualified" candidates like Howard Dean and Gary Hart for minor gaffes or scandals. Taibbi reflects on the class divisions between "sanctimoniously smug" coastal elites and "flyover America." The hosts note that No Agenda listeners were not surprised by the Trump phenomenon because they track these cultural shifts.

The White House military director, Louis Caldera, resigned following the controversial Air Force One photo op flyover in New York City. Critics note the lack of a formal apology in his resignation letter and suggest he was following orders from higher administration officials. Additionally, the official photo released by the government is scrutinized for appearing digitally altered or poorly composed against the New Jersey backdrop.