Topic: Jeffrey Toobin

32 chapters across the catalog

Openers
Episode 1584 1:27:02 - 1:37:41

1584: Openers

Vaccine Mandates, Cancel Culture, Modern Era Clips

The final set of archival clips covers the post-2020 landscape, including discussions on vaccine efficacy, "cancel culture," and the Jeffrey Toobin Zoom incident. The montage touches on recurring themes like "the hottest day ever" and the necessity of content moderation on social networks. These snippets bring the "best-of" compilation up toward the show's current chronological point.

Bi-Pox
Episode 1461 1:08:41 - 1:12:55

1461: Bi-Pox

Political Hypocrisy, Al Gore, 2000 Election Denial

The discussion focuses on the perceived hypocrisy of Democrats who criticize 2020 election denial while having questioned the results of the 2000 election for decades. Jeffrey Toobin's past comments on the 2000 Florida recount are cited as an example of long-standing election skepticism from the left.

MAGATARD
Episode 1457 51:29 - 53:53

1457: MAGATARD

Fox News Grammar, Amber Heard Background

The show corrects a previous critique of a Fox News anchor's use of the word "verbatim," noting that "verbate" is not a standard verb. The conversation shifts to Amber Heard, with claims about her father's history in dog fighting and illegal gambling. A specific detail is mentioned regarding Heard's insistence on keeping Johnny Depp's Yorkie during their divorce.

Stilts and Steroids
Episode 1355 1:50:06 - 2:05:47

1355: Stilts and Steroids

Jeffrey Toobin CNN Return, Allison Camerota Interview

Legal analyst Jeffrey Toobin returned to CNN following his termination from The New Yorker for a public masturbation incident during a Zoom call. Host Allison Camerota conducted a lengthy, repetitive interview where Toobin apologized multiple times and claimed to be in therapy. Critics question CNN's decision to reinstate him and mock the "smug" nature of his public apology tour.

Killing Mink
Episode 1292 1:13:37 - 1:15:41

1292: Killing Mink

The Failure of Zoom Education and Teacher Challenges

A host shares a personal experience guest-speaking at a Bergen Community College class via Zoom, describing the medium as a "farce" for education. The observation notes that students are often disengaged, distracted, or performing unrelated tasks while on camera. The segment concludes that remote learning is a failure for human communication and expresses sympathy for teachers forced to use the platform.

Hairy Legs
Episode 1290 3:16:55 - 3:21:55

1290: Hairy Legs

Outro, Dark Winter Mix, Jeffrey Toobin Parody

The show concludes with a sign-off from Austin and Silicon Valley, followed by an "end of show mix." The mix features a "Dark Winter" theme and a parody song about Jeffrey Toobin's recent Zoom call scandal. The hosts remind listeners to return for the Sunday show and leave with the traditional "Adios Mofos" sign-off.

Croaker
Episode 1288 2:30:12 - 2:34:16

1288: Croaker

Jeffrey Toobin Zoom Incident, CNN Suspension

CNN legal analyst Jeffrey Toobin was suspended from The New Yorker after exposing himself and masturbating during a Zoom call with colleagues. Toobin apologized, claiming he believed his camera was off during an election simulation drill, while CNN granted him "time off" to deal with the personal issue.

Croaker
Episode 1288 2:34:17 - 2:37:27

1288: Croaker

Jeffrey Toobin Sex Seminars, Media Coverage Silence

The discussion of Jeffrey Toobin expands to his history with "pick-up artist" seminars and past personal scandals. While Sean Hannity covered the incident extensively, mainstream outlets like NBC News reportedly omitted the story from their primary broadcasts.

Croaker
Episode 1288 2:47:36 - 2:53:06

1288: Croaker

Maria Bartiromo on Media Bias, Trump Debate Strategy

Maria Bartiromo expresses frustration over the media's refusal to cover the Hunter Biden email story. A theory is proposed that President Trump intentionally waited until the final debate to force the issue into the national spotlight, potentially exposing Biden's alleged involvement in foreign business dealings.

Pale Male
Episode 1211 45:15 - 48:37

1211: Pale Male

Jeffrey Toobin, Diversity Critique of Trump Defense

CNN analyst Jeffrey Toobin is criticized for focusing on the lack of racial and gender diversity in Trump's legal team rather than the constitutional arguments. Toobin noted that while the House managers were a diverse group, the President's defense was comprised primarily of "white men." The hosts dismiss this critique as "hating on whitey" and irrelevant to the legal proceedings.

Hell Mouth
Episode 1200 51:15 - 52:46

1200: Hell Mouth

Jason Crow Interview and Burisma Story Realization

Representative Jason Crow is criticized for a verbal slip where he suggested people should not be "distracted by what actually happened." Meanwhile, CNN's Jeffrey Toobin is noted for acknowledging that the Hunter Biden and Burisma story is a legitimate journalistic concern that Republicans have successfully highlighted.

Resilience
Episode 1185 12:21 - 17:45

1185: Resilience

James Clapper and Jeffrey Toobin React to Criminal Probe

Former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper expressed surprise on CNN regarding the Justice Department's criminal investigation into the Russia probe's origins. Legal analyst Jeffrey Toobin dismissed the "deep state" theory involving Joseph Mifsud as a right-wing fantasy. Clapper defended the 2017 intelligence community assessment, while critics suggest illegal FISA court activity may be the focus of the new criminal inquiry.

Banging My Gravel
Episode 1129 23:18 - 25:49

1129: Banging My Gravel

Jeffrey Toobin Pestilence Comment, CNN Immigration Coverage

CNN legal analyst Jeffrey Toobin faces scrutiny for describing the transport of migrants as spreading "pestilence" or a "plague" across the country. While Toobin intended to criticize Trump's policy, his choice of words is highlighted as inadvertently dehumanizing the migrants themselves. The segment notes Toobin's struggle with terminology, alternating between "illegal immigrants" and "undocumented citizens."

BOMBSHELL!
Episode 1105 35:02 - 39:17

1105: BOMBSHELL!

Brian Stelter, Media Credibility, Twitter Reaction Cycles

CNN's Brian Stelter and Jeffrey Toobin discussed the damage the BuzzFeed report caused to the reputation of the news media. Stelter expressed concern that the error reinforces stereotypes of media bias, while Toobin described the situation as a "bad day" for journalism. The discussion notes how social media platforms like Twitter amplify unverified reports into massive controversies that often dissipate within 24 hours.

Two-way Sword
Episode 1097 46:18 - 51:50

1097: Two-way Sword

Government Shutdown, Ann Coulter and Border Wall Funding

A federal government shutdown looms as President Trump demands $5 billion for border wall funding, a move attributed by media analysts to pressure from conservative commentators like Ann Coulter and Rush Limbaugh. Critics on CNN and PBS argue that the President is being manipulated by right-wing media, while supporters claim he is finally fulfilling a core campaign promise.

Post Racial
Episode 1064 38:08 - 44:49

1064: Post Racial

Don Lemon, Antifa, and Jeffrey Toobin Racism Claims

CNN's Don Lemon defended Antifa as an anti-fascist organization, sparking a debate on whether the group is perceived as an African-American organization. Analyst Jeffrey Toobin claimed that Donald Trump's rhetoric is a direct appeal to racism, framing the president as a "wartime president" for red America against blue America.

Chip In!
Episode 1050 2:04:50 - 2:07:54

1050: Chip In!

Jeffrey Toobin and the 40-Year Supreme Court Meme

CNN analyst Jeffrey Toobin claimed that the founding fathers never envisioned Supreme Court justices serving for 30 or 40 years because 18th-century life expectancy was low. This "40-year meme" is debunked by noting that many founders, such as Ben Franklin, lived into their 80s. The argument is presented as a misleading narrative used by Democrats to create urgency around blocking young judicial nominees.

Rise of the Betas
Episode 1014 33:19 - 37:34

1014: Rise of the Betas

Gary Cohn Resignation, Jeffrey Toobin Commentary

Gary Cohn resigned as President Trump's chief economic advisor, citing disagreements over trade tariffs. CNN analyst Jeffrey Toobin criticized Cohn, suggesting he "stomached" the President's response to Charlottesville but found tariffs to be a "moral imperative" he could not accept. Reports suggest Cohn had been looking for an exit strategy for months due to pressure from the New York financial community.

Watergate II
Episode 928 8:25 - 14:11

928: Watergate II

Rod Rosenstein Memo, FBI Independence and Jeffrey Toobin

CNN legal analyst Jeffrey Toobin criticized the Rod Rosenstein memo, arguing that the stated reasons for James Comey's firing were a pretext to stall the Russia investigation. Former Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli countered that the FBI operates on "automatic pilot" through career professionals regardless of the director's status. The debate centered on whether a new director would act as a political stooge for the White House.

Throw a Rock
Episode 893 2:15:11 - 2:21:21

893: Throw a Rock

Don Lemon, Simone Sanders, Comedic Rebellion

CNN's Don Lemon and commentator Simone Sanders discuss the Chicago torture video, with Sanders suggesting the act was a result of "inflammatory rhetoric" from Donald Trump rather than a hate crime. The segment transitions to a discussion on how comedians like Dana Carvey are rebelling against political correctness. Carvey's new special is praised for mocking the restrictions placed on "single white males" in modern discourse.