Topic: Indigenous Communities

The Canadian government is investigating "forever chemicals" (PFAS) found in consumer products like clothing and takeout containers. These substances have been linked to liver damage and cancer, with elevated levels found in northern indigenous communities. The hosts discuss the marketing of the term "forever chemicals" and the potential for new regulations to impact the textile and detergent industries.

The Los Angeles City Council voted 14-to-1 to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day, citing the genocide of Native people. This move follows a trend started in Berkeley and is criticized as being driven by "subversive" political motives. The segment also clarifies that Vladimir Putin is not a communist under Russia's current system of government.