Topic: John Brown

4 chapters across the catalog

Pseudo-Addiction
Episode 1045 2:04:58 - 2:09:04

1045: Pseudo-Addiction

California Gas Tax Repeal and Project Funding

A movement to repeal California's recent gas tax has gathered over a million signatures for the November ballot. Critics argue the tax funds non-essential projects like street signs in wealthy enclaves like Novato and BART car upgrades, despite the state having a budget surplus.

Wall of Meat
Episode 896 0:00 - 2:22

896: Wall of Meat

Inauguration Day Expectations and California Weather Updates

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 896 from Austin and Northern Silicon Valley. Dvorak reports that the long-standing California drought appears to be ending due to heavy storms, while Curry notes technical delays for the live stream. They anticipate the upcoming presidential inauguration, noting that major events typically coincide with their show days.

Excited Delerium
Episode 431 8:58 - 12:05

431: Excited Delerium

Topeka Capitol, John Stewart Curry Murals, John Brown

A visit to the Kansas State Capitol in Topeka focuses on the murals painted by Adam Curry's great uncle, John Stewart Curry. The artwork depicts the famous abolitionist John Brown and the historical Tenth Amendment battles in Lawrence, Kansas. The murals are noted for their satirical depictions of state senators with pig faces.

Kidnapping The Truth
Episode 195 40:48 - 46:50

195: Kidnapping The Truth

Corrine Brown, John Mica, High Speed Rail Promotion

Video press releases featuring Congresswoman Corrine Brown and Congressman John Mica are analyzed. The politicians promote high-speed rail as a way to move "people, goods, and services," while the hosts characterize the appearances as scripted PR events funded by the rail industry.