Topic: Larry Lee

6 chapters across the catalog

Sophistry's Choice
Episode 1489 55:32 - 59:11

1489: Sophistry's Choice

Morning News Filler and Balance of Nature Ads

A discussion on the evolution of early morning news programs like "America This Morning" leads to a tangent about ubiquitous radio and TV advertisements. The hosts struggle to recall the name of "Balance of Nature," a fruit and vegetable supplement promoted by Kathie Lee Gifford and Larry Elder. They question the efficacy of the product and the repetitive nature of its marketing.

Raining Scuds
Episode 497 5:59 - 12:19

497: Raining Scuds

Dallas Television Production, Mickey's Role on TNT Series

A trip to Dallas involved a filming session for the TNT television series Dallas, featuring a guest role for a character renamed "Mikki." The production featured director Jesse Boczko and producer Ken Taylor, with Lee Majors joining the cast following the death of Larry Hagman. Observations from the set include the high number of specialized crew members like gaffers and the specific protocols for handling talent and guests.

AQ-USA
Episode 261 30:41 - 32:31

261: AQ-USA

FCC Shutdown, Sir Larry Lee Radio Station

Sir Larry Lee's radio station was taken off the air by the FCC following a failure of inline harmonic frequency filters. The failure caused spurious transmissions in the aviation spectrum, leading to reports from pilots to air traffic control. Lee is currently exploring options for a legal low-power FM license.

Lucy Napolitano in Yemen
Episode 259 1:51 - 4:23

259: Lucy Napolitano in Yemen

Walmart and DHS "See Something Say Something" Partnership

Executive Producer Sir Larry Lee expresses outrage over the Walmart corporation cooperating with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Secretary Janet Napolitano appears in a promotional clip encouraging shoppers to report suspicious activity to Walmart managers. The initiative is compared to the surveillance state depicted in George Orwell's 1984.

Love Pats
Episode 253 6:53 - 11:46

253: Love Pats

Executive Producer Donations, Value for Value

The hosts acknowledge high-tier donations from executive producers, including Brendan Matheson in Bangkok and a donor from Norway near the North Pole. Other contributors like Michael Tanger, Sir Larry Lee, and Guy Boazzi are thanked for supporting the independent media model. The segment includes a discussion regarding missing challenge coins and the "de-douching" of various listeners through their financial support.

Just Hiking
Episode 237 16:52 - 20:48

237: Just Hiking

Producer Donations, Jill's Health, and Buffalo Furniture

Several producers are recognized for their financial support, including Mitch Bidron, who requests "karmic assistance" for his wife Jill, and Larry Lee from Texas. Timothy Kavanaugh completes his installment for knighthood, and Rory Stone of Rapid City is mentioned for his business, Dakota Bison Furniture, which produces handmade buffalo leather iPad cases.