6 chapters across the catalog
Constitutional lawyer Rob provides a comprehensive update on the various legal cases facing Donald Trump. He predicts that federal cases led by Jack Smith are effectively "dead" following the election. State-level cases in New York and Georgia are expected to be tied up in lengthy appeals regarding immunity and procedural issues.
Jack Daniel's Unaged Rye and Moonshine Pricing
Jack Daniel's release of "Unaged Rye" is identified as the fulfillment of a prediction that major distillers would begin selling moonshine. The hosts criticize the $49.99 price point for a product that has not been aged in barrels, comparing the buyers to iPhone 5 early adopters.
A global glass shortage is impacting the liquor and wine industries, leading brands like Jack Daniels and Jim Beam to halt production of certain sizes or switch to plastic bottles. The shortage is attributed to pandemic-related factory shutdowns and the "cold repair" maintenance of glass melting furnaces, which can take up to 20 weeks to restart. Major glass plants in the San Francisco Bay Area have also permanently closed.
Winter Solstice Donations, Whiskey Recommendations
A donation segment includes a request for American-made whiskey recommendations for a connoisseur. Suggestions include Maker's Mark, Pappy Van Winkle, and the novelty of a Jack Daniels magnum. The segment also features a plug for the band Krushor, featuring listener Sir Kelly Spongberg on bass.
Jack Daniels is set to release an "unaged rye whiskey" in December for $49.99, which is essentially high-priced moonshine. The product is marketed as a premium item despite not being aged in barrels or charcoal filtered. The hosts discuss the absurdity of the price point and suggest creating a "No Agenda Moonshine" in mason jars to capitalize on the trend.
Albuquerque Arrival, Bachelor Pad, and Hookers and Blow
The travelers arrive safely at the home of host Jeff Tuhig in Albuquerque after a stressful mountain crossing. A humorous conflict arises when a neighbor requests the removal of a "Hookers and Blow" sign from the trailer to maintain neighborhood standards. The segment explores the cultural reception of the phrase and the hospitality of the local hosts.
