10 chapters across the catalog
Negotiations over the "Big Beautiful Bill" center on the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction limit. Speaker Mike Johnson is reportedly pushing to raise the deduction cap from $10,000 to $40,000, while the Senate prefers to maintain the current limit. The hosts suggest a compromise at $20,000 is likely as the deadline for the bill approaches.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson criticized impending ICE enforcement actions as "cruel and unconstitutional," claiming there are no longer checks and balances in the federal government. The mayor's office is preparing for potential tactical deployments and "mini tanks" in the city. This follows President Trump's order to federalize the National Guard to assist in immigration raids across major metropolitan areas.
Mike Johnson Speaker Election, Secularist Criticism
Pundits Scott Galloway and Kara Swisher expressed significant alarm over the election of Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House, labeling him "David Duke Light." Their criticism focuses on Johnson's devout Christian faith and his previous legal work for the Alliance Defending Freedom. The discussion highlights a growing fear among secularists regarding the influence of "white Christian nationalism" in the federal government.
Executive Producer Sir Clay Alchemist shares his story of suffering an adverse reaction to the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. He announces the launch of a new podcast and ministry, "Long Haulin' with Jonathan D. Lopez," to help others recovering from COVID-19 and substance abuse.
In an interview with Sean Hannity, Donald Trump alleged that Pfizer is "in with the FDA" and influenced the pause of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine to protect its own market share. Trump criticized the pause as a "terrible thing" for public relations.
Neil Ferguson, Hoof-and-Mouth Disease and Policy Influence
The hosts critique the track record of epidemiologist Neil Ferguson, noting his history of inaccurate predictions regarding Hoof-and-Mouth disease and Swine Flu. They question why his Imperial College model was used to justify national lockdowns in the UK and US when he adjusted his figures just days after the policies were implemented. The discussion focuses on the lack of transparency regarding who specifically convinced President Trump to shut down the country based on these models.
Sir Chris of Carmel-by-the-Sea requests "Mac and Cheese Jobs Karma" for his wife's birthday. Michael Johnson from Waterloo, Wisconsin, donates for the first time, expressing his enjoyment of watching "Hillbots" from a parallel universe. A millennial donor requests the title "Knight of Lambda Calculus" and asks for a "Rubbleizer" jingle.
Yale Tap Day and Wu-Tang Clan Member Incident
The hosts note that it is "Tap Day" at Yale University, the traditional day for secret societies like Skull and Bones to recruit new members. They also discuss a bizarre news story involving Wu-Tang Clan affiliate Andre Johnson, who reportedly mutilated himself before jumping from a building.
Knighting Ceremony of Sir John Johnson II
John Johnson II is formally knighted as "Sir John Johnson the Second" of the No Agenda Round Table. The ceremony includes the traditional humorous references to "hookers and blow" and "hot pants and booze." The hosts link the knighting to their arrival in Austin and the "earthquake machine" recently activated in Texas.
David Johnson Letter Criticizing Show Direction
Listener David Johnson submits an email criticizing the show's shift toward a "doom and gloom" format similar to mainstream media figures like Glenn Beck. The letter expresses frustration with increased focus on monetization and requests a return to social topics, food reviews, and historical analysis.
