Topic: Gaming Media

A satirical game show concept titled "Win, Lose or Drone" is proposed to mock the media's obsession with war footage and explosions. The segment highlights how global media outlets profit from conflict and strife.

A New York Times report reveals that certain Android games, such as Pool 3D, use smartphone microphones to listen for TV advertisements and show related ads on the device. While some argue the technology is ineffective due to background noise, others maintain that audio signature tracking is a proven method for monitoring consumer behavior. The discussion touches on the lack of technical knowledge among young media buyers at large ad agencies.

CNN's Jake Tapper repeatedly presses Rex Tillerson on whether he called President Trump a "moron," a question Tillerson refuses to "dignify with an answer." The hosts criticize the exchange as emblematic of the "destructive games" played by Washington media, where trivial personal insults are prioritized over substantive geopolitical issues.

The hosts address listener emails regarding Gamergate, dismissing the controversy as a distraction involving "corrupt media" and online bullying. They advise those feeling threatened on Twitter to simply leave the platform and suggest the entire gaming culture is inextricably linked to pornography.

Attorney General Eric Holder previously stated the need to "brainwash" people into thinking about guns differently. While the administration targets video game violence as a contributor to shootings, critics point out the lack of a direct correlation and the hypocrisy of not targeting the movie industry. The focus on "12-14" (the Sandy Hook date) is identified as a key repetitive meme in this psychological campaign.

CNN's Erin Burnett is criticized for her interview with psychologist William Pollack, where she asserted as "fact" that violent video games like Grand Theft Auto cause mass shootings. Pollack's attempt to shift the focus to broader media violence was dismissed by Burnett, who maintained that video games are the primary driver of youth violence.

The administration's directive for the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to research gun violence as a public health issue is examined. The hosts highlight the specific inclusion of video games and "media images" in the research scope, while noting the political avoidance of criticizing violent Hollywood movies produced by industry donors.

The term "fair game" has become a ubiquitous media meme used to introduce controversial topics like Mitt Romney's religion or business record at Bain Capital. By framing a smear as a question of whether it is "fair game," news organizations can broadcast scandalous information while maintaining a veneer of objectivity. This tactic is identified as a "get out of jail free card" for mainstream journalists.

Common Sense Media provides advice videos for parents on topics like "the truth about sexting" and "toddlers and TV." The hosts argue the group uses fear-based messaging to control children's internet access while simultaneously acting as a marketing tool for Hollywood. They also link the organization's focus on climate and "saving the world" to Agenda 21 initiatives.

President Barack Obama wore visible body armor and a flak jacket under a White Sox warm-up coat while throwing the first pitch at the MLB All-Star Game. The restrictive Kevlar gear affected his physical movement, resulting in a pitch that landed short of home plate. Media coverage focused on his choice of "mom jeans" rather than the heavy security apparel he was wearing on the field.