4 chapters across the catalog
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.
California Gubernatorial Race and Gavin Newsom Strategy
Gavin Newsom is running for Governor of California on an anti-Trump platform, facing Republican John Cox in the general election. Newsom reportedly preferred facing a Republican opponent to avoid a "Democrat vs. Democrat" race that would expose internal party issues. The discussion touches on California's high taxes and failing infrastructure as key background issues for the race.
Cox Communications Audition, Birthday Wishes
Adam Curry performs a mock voiceover audition for a Cox Communications spot titled "DP to Male." The segment concludes with birthday wishes for John Dvorak and several listeners, alongside a final plea for listener support via the show's website.
C-SPAN Financial Crisis Hearing, Subprime Mortgage Donations
During a C-SPAN investigative committee hearing on the financial crisis, Representative Tom Davis questioned Alan Greenspan, Christopher Cox, and John Snow regarding campaign contributions. The hearing revealed that Barack Obama received the most donations from subprime mortgage lenders and Wall Street firms over the last 20 years. Curry expresses disappointment that the American public does not see the connection between these donations and the current economic turmoil.
