Topic: Joe Walsh

The hosts criticize PBS NewsHour for its coverage of Justice Alito, specifically the appearance of law professor Kathleen Clark. After researching Clark on OpenSecrets, the hosts identify her as a Democratic donor, arguing she is not an objective ethics expert. They also mock the inclusion of former Congressman Joe Walsh as a representative of Republican perspectives.

President Biden announced a tentative deal to avert a nationwide railroad strike, claiming credit for the negotiations. Critics argue the 24% pay increase over five years is insufficient given current inflation rates and note that Labor Secretary Marty Walsh handled the primary negotiations while Biden remained largely absent from the room.

Former Congressman Joe Walsh faced criticism for a tweet suggesting he would "grab his musket" if Donald Trump loses the election. Meanwhile, reports of vandalism against Trump lawn signs have increased, with some homeowners booby-trapping signs with nails to deter vandals. A letter from a Special Ops veteran warned that government attempts to claw back military bonuses could lead to targeted assassinations of top officials by trained former soldiers.

Heil discusses his long-standing friendship with Joe Walsh, rooted in their shared hobby of ham radio. He recounts inventing the Talk Box to help Walsh perform "Rocky Mountain Way" live, using a high-powered JBL driver. Heil also describes sending a Talk Box to Peter Frampton as a Christmas gift, which became a defining element of Frampton's musical career.

Bob Heil explains how Joe Walsh prompted him to improve upon the standard SM58 microphone, leading to the development of the PR 35 large diaphragm dynamic microphone. He demonstrates the superior articulation and presence of his design compared to older models. Heil lists several high-profile artists, including Carrie Underwood and Idina Menzel, who use the PR 35 as their primary performance instrument.