Topic: Kramer

17 chapters across the catalog

This Actually Happened!
Episode 1722 2:55 - 4:53

1722: This Actually Happened!

NYPD Mask Enforcement, Social Distancing Penalties in New York

NYPD Chief of Department Terrence Monaghan announced that 1,000 officers would patrol New York City parks and beaches to enforce social distancing and mask-wearing. Officials warned that while the initial focus was on education, non-compliance could lead to citations or arrests. The measure aimed to prevent large gatherings during warm weather at the height of the pandemic.

Dig Up Canada!
Episode 1537

1537: Dig Up Canada!

Oscars 2023 Preparation, Champagne Carpet Logistics

The 95th Academy Awards preparation in Los Angeles faces weather challenges, with rain forcing organizers to cover statues and use buckets for leaks. The traditional red carpet has been replaced by a 152-meter champagne-colored carpet, a change Academy CEO Bill Kramer claims adds luxury, while host Jimmy Kimmel joked it reflects a lack of expected violence following the previous year's event. Historical data notes the carpet was green in 1961 and currently requires 18 workers and 900 hours to install.

Ear Trumpet
Episode 1265 15:45 - 19:10

1265: Ear Trumpet

Nursing Home Death Statistics and Anthony Fauci's AIDS Record

CDC data revealing that 45% of U.S. coronavirus deaths occurred in nursing homes is highlighted as a major scandal ignored by mainstream media. A 1988 open letter from the Village Voice by Larry Kramer is referenced, which labeled Dr. Anthony Fauci a "murderer" during the AIDS crisis. The discussion draws parallels between Fauci's management of the 1980s epidemic, specifically the promotion of the drug AZT, and his current role in the COVID-19 response.

3X3
Episode 1246 1:30:24 - 1:34:03

1246: 3X3

Executive Producer Credits, Tony Cabrera and Janet Kramer

Tony Cabrera is thanked for his significant donation and his work managing the No Agenda Shop, which shares profits with the show's artists. Janet Kramer from the Netherlands is also recognized as an executive producer for her contributions. The segment includes the granting of "Jobs Karma" and other show-specific honors to donors who support the production through the value-for-value model.

10th Anniversary
Episode 976 3:30:52 - 3:33:23

976: 10th Anniversary

Sir Signaled Virtue, Shape-shifting Juice, and Glen Ellen

Joseph Kramer is knighted as Sir Signaled Virtue, with a request for the "Shape-shifting Juice" jingle. Stephen Hightower from Glen Ellen, California, becomes a baronet after surviving the recent Sonoma County wildfires. He identifies Glen Ellen as the hometown of author Jack London and expresses gratitude for his family's safety.

10th Anniversary
Episode 976 3:31:45 - 3:32:40

976: 10th Anniversary

Sir Signaled Virtue Knighting and Shape-Shifting Juice

Joseph Kramer contributes $350 to complete his knighthood, requesting the title Sir Signaled Virtue. The donation note mentions his wife's role as an unofficial mental health advisor and discusses the concept of virtue signaling in software engineering. The segment includes a jingle request for "shape-shifting juice" and "karma."

Can You See That Juice?
Episode 764 55:18 - 1:01:50

764: Can You See That Juice?

Lebanon Protests, West Clark Seven Strategy

Anti-government protests in Beirut, Lebanon, have escalated due to corruption and a trash disposal crisis. The hosts reference General Wesley Clark's "seven countries in five years" memo, noting that Lebanon is on that list. They critique David Kramer's proposal for a U.S.-enforced no-fly zone over Syria, which they argue would lead to a direct conflict with Russia.

Bondpocalypse
Episode 486 1:37:19 - 1:41:23

486: Bondpocalypse

Max Keiser, Financial Media Critique

The hosts critique Max Keiser's broadcasting style, comparing his high-energy delivery to Jim Cramer. They discuss the motivations of "gold bugs" and the potential pitfalls of alternative media figures appearing too frequently on mainstream television networks.

Episode 451 2:22:41 - 2:27:47

451: Mass of Tax Nuts

USA Today Redesign and Autism Wandering Code

USA Today has undergone a significant redesign under the leadership of Larry Kramer. The hosts discuss the new layout and a specific article regarding a new CDC medical diagnostic code for "wandering" as a condition of autism. They mock the medicalization of normal childhood behavior, suggesting it is a tactic to increase prescriptions for drugs like Ritalin and Adderall.

Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
Episode 192 1:33:59 - 1:35:36

192: Smoke Gets In Your Eyes

CNBC Goldman Sachs Argument, Jim Cramer Outburst

A segment on CNBC featured a heated exchange where a guest accused other panelists, including Jim Cramer, of acting as public relations representatives for Goldman Sachs. Cramer reacted with offense to the suggestion. The incident is used to illustrate the media's protective stance toward major investment banks.

Vajazzling the Slutsquad
Episode 177 21:47 - 23:22

177: Vajazzling the Slutsquad

Sven Kramer Olympic Disqualification and Dutch Political Crisis

In the Netherlands, the disqualification of Olympic speed skater Sven Kramer in the 10k competition has completely overshadowed a major governmental cabinet crisis. While the country faces significant political instability regarding integration and upcoming elections, the national media focus has shifted entirely to Kramer's coaching error and his subsequent depression.

Ron Paul For President
Episode 176 1:46:49 - 1:49:51

176: Ron Paul For President

FDIC Chicago Expansion and Olympic Committee Control

The FDIC is opening a massive new office in Chicago with 500 employees to manage an expected wave of bank failures in the Midwest. In sports news, the hosts mock an NBC reporter's interaction with Dutch gold medalist Sven Kramer. They criticize the International Olympic Committee for its strict control over media and its reliance on "volunteer" labor for a billion-dollar enterprise.

Small Steps Toward Better Health
Episode 119 47:11 - 49:41

119: Small Steps Toward Better Health

Cybersecurity Czar Resignation, Melissa Hathaway

Acting cybersecurity czar Melissa Hathaway announced her resignation following a bureaucratic struggle over whether her post should report to the National Economic Council or the National Security Council. Potential successors for the "czar" position include Franklin Kramer and former eBay security officer Howard Schmidt.

Naked Vegans in Cages
Episode 81 19:37 - 23:14

81: Naked Vegans in Cages

Jon Stewart, Larry Leibowitz and The Daily Show

Jon Stewart's recent criticism of Jim Cramer is linked to his brother, Larry Leibowitz, who serves as an executive at the New York Stock Exchange. The hosts suggest Stewart's aggressive stance on the financial crisis may be personal due to his brother's position in the industry. They also discuss the post-production techniques used by The Daily Show to make interview subjects appear foolish.

Neelis Kroes Is Hot
Episode 14 4:03 - 5:29

14: Neelis Kroes Is Hot

Book Titles and Seinfeld Coffee Table Book Reference

A discussion regarding the concept of a book consisting solely of book titles leads to a comparison with a fictional project from the television show Seinfeld. In the series, the character Kramer developed a coffee table book about coffee tables that featured integrated legs, allowing the book itself to function as a piece of furniture. The conversation explores the idea of creative concepts that require minimal writing once the title or premise is established.