Topic: James Earl Jones

2 chapters across the catalog

Gorgeous
Episode 1694 3:09:36 - 3:19:35

1694: Gorgeous

Costco Wine Tip, James Earl Jones Tribute, MoFacts Finale

John C. Dvorak's "Tip of the Day" recommends a four-pack of 2022 Bordeaux wine available at Costco for $29.99, which he claims is superior to California wines. The show concludes with a tribute to the late James Earl Jones and a promotion for the 100th and final episode of the "MoFacts with Adam Curry" podcast. The hosts sign off from the Texas Hill Country and Silicon Valley.

Toxic Masculinity
Episode 834 59:43 - 1:03:36

834: Toxic Masculinity

Memorial Aesthetics, Media Use of Sad Music

The media's presentation of the Orlando victims is criticized for its "over-dramatized" production, including the use of somber music and James Earl Jones's voiceover on CNN. This style is contrasted with the traditional silence used when honoring fallen soldiers. The hosts argue that the "heavy music box" approach turns a tragedy into a produced entertainment product.