Topic: Laser Pointer

2 chapters across the catalog

Clouds of Crisis
Episode 558 2:41:30 - 2:45:29

558: Clouds of Crisis

Laser Pointers Classified as Federal Crimes

The FBI and FAA have increased enforcement against individuals pointing handheld lasers at aircraft, now classifying the act as a federal crime. The segment reviews the reported increase in laser incidents and the potential for these devices to be banned.

Hemorrhagic Flu Outbreak!
Episode 144 1:13:12 - 1:19:31

144: Hemorrhagic Flu Outbreak!

San Francisco Construction Noise and Laser Pointer Retaliation

A host describes an ongoing conflict with the Transbay Joint Power Authority over early-morning construction noise in San Francisco. After failed attempts to involve the police or building inspectors, the host recounts using a high-powered laser pointer to scare away crows and considers chaining himself to construction equipment in protest.