Topic: Handlers

Scientific studies on Ozempic (semaglutide) indicate that a significant portion of the weight loss—up to 75% in some cases—comes from lean body mass rather than fat. This loss of muscle tissue is particularly concerning for older users who may struggle to regain it. The drug has become a cultural phenomenon in Hollywood, with celebrities like Chelsea Handler discussing its effects and the resulting "Ozempic face" caused by rapid facial fat loss.

The diabetes drug Ozempic has gained massive popularity on TikTok for off-label weight loss, leading to a side effect known as "Ozempic face." Dermatologists describe this as a loss of facial fat and elasticity that leaves the face looking aged or deflated. Despite the aesthetic concerns, some users report they would continue the drug and use cosmetic fillers to restore their appearance.

During a meeting in the Oval Office, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson took questions from British reporters, but White House handlers abruptly ushered the US press out before they could question President Biden. The hosts argue that Biden's staff is terrified of him speaking off-the-cuff and that the "Code Red" in the White House is the president's declining mental state.

During a visit to the Texas Hill Country in July 2021, associate Gene Hash engaged in a debate regarding the moon landing and space travel. The conversation was interrupted when Hash's watch rang and a woman began speaking to him in Russian. This prompted humorous speculation about Hash acting as a "handler" for foreign intelligence agencies.

Comedian Chelsea Handler criticized her ex-boyfriend, rapper 50 Cent, for his apparent support of Donald Trump over Joe Biden's tax plan. 50 Cent expressed concern that his tax rate could reach 62% under a Biden administration. Handler's comments on Jimmy Fallon's show, where she "reminded him he was a black person" and offered to "seal the deal" if he changed his mind, are condemned by the hosts as racist and lowbrow.

A viral advertisement featuring celebrities like Chelsea Handler and Mark Ruffalo appearing to be naked is critiqued for its attempt to explain "naked ballots" in Pennsylvania. The hosts argue that Hollywood celebrities are becoming increasingly irrelevant and desperate for attention during the pandemic. They mock the instructional nature of the ad, which targets voters as if they are unable to follow simple mail-in ballot procedures.

Comedian Chelsea Handler discussed her post-2016 election trauma and subsequent therapy on Bill Maher's program. The discussion posits that "Trump Derangement Syndrome" often triggers underlying personal traumas and a perceived loss of control. The media's role in repeating dire narratives about the state of the Republic is identified as a primary driver of this psychological stress.

Chelsea Handler credits cannabis as a "gateway drug" to meditation and finding peace amidst political turmoil. The conversation shifts to how modern comedians have lost their humor by becoming singularly obsessed with Donald Trump. This shift is viewed as alienating half of the potential audience and ruining the craft of comedy.

Bill Maher's panel, featuring the CEO of Axios and the president of the ACLU, discusses the rise of "Tropical Trump" Jair Bolsonaro in Brazil. The panel explores why liberal democracy is in retreat globally, citing migration and economic stagnation as primary drivers. The hosts argue that the panel fails to recognize that voters are rejecting globalism and progressive identity politics.

Comedian Chelsea Handler faced criticism for personal attacks on Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders' appearance. Meanwhile, a radio segment identifies the "Trump Rotation"—a cycle of media narratives ranging from "unfit for office" to "Russia" and "obstruction of justice"—used by critics when previous accusations fail to gain traction.

Chelsea Handler and Bill Maher discuss the necessity of re-examining rape allegations made by Juanita Broaddrick against Bill Clinton. The conversation links the 1990s defense of Clinton by feminists to the Anita Hill and Clarence Thomas hearings, suggesting that political expediency derailed the conversation on sexual harassment for decades. The panel concludes that the stakes are higher with Donald Trump, yet Clinton's past remains a crucial part of the cultural shift.

The hosts discuss a potential media trend of "fat shaming" President Trump, comparing him to William Howard Taft. They play a clip of Chelsea Handler calling Sean Spicer a "baked potato" as evidence that the social justice rules against body shaming are being suspended for members of the Trump administration.

Comedian Chelsea Handler and Senator Barbara Boxer discussed their distress over the election results on Handler's Netflix show. The hosts mock Handler's desire to move to Spain, noting the irony of celebrities wanting to emigrate while often ignoring the strict immigration laws of European Union nations.

A host recounts meeting William Shatner at a photo shoot and obtaining an autograph. The experience is compared to a past meeting with historian Arnold Toynbee, noting how elderly public figures often "turn on" a different persona when the camera light appears. The host describes Shatner as amenable but strictly managed by protective handlers.

Speculation arises regarding a potential book deal for Glenn Greenwald. The hosts discuss the impossibility of writing a book while maintaining a constant media schedule. They also reflect on the likelihood that they themselves are being "handled" by some of the five million people with security clearances in the U.S.

White House advisor Valerie Jarrett appeared on the Joe Madison Show to dismiss calls for President Obama to release his college transcripts. Jarrett argued that the president's intelligence should not be a matter of debate given his age and office. The hosts describe Jarrett as the president's "handler" and a former slumlord from Chicago.

The hosts discuss the normalization of electronic monitoring bracelets, which they dub "Gitmo Nation jewelry." They reference a comedic skit from the MTV Video Music Awards featuring Lindsay Lohan and Chelsea Handler that jokes about Lohan's SCRAM bracelet, arguing this is a PR effort to make house arrest seem preferable to incarceration.