6 chapters across the catalog
LL Cool J participated in interviews with Dr. Anthony Fauci to address vaccine hesitancy within the black community. This celebrity outreach coincides with CDC Director Walensky's appearance on The Rachel Maddow Show, where she claimed vaccinated individuals do not carry the virus. Critics view these media appearances as a coordinated effort to create an expectation of a spring surge.
Kennedy Center Honors Boycott and CBS Production Techniques
President Trump and the First Lady announced they will not attend the Kennedy Center Honors following boycott threats from honorees like Norman Lear. The hosts also critique CBS News for using "non sequitur" backup clips in their reporting to manipulate viewer perception.
Confederate Flag, Dukes of Hazzard and Cultural Evolution
The hosts discuss the evolving cultural perception of the Confederate flag, noting it was once considered "cool" in shows like *The Dukes of Hazzard* but is now synonymous with racism. This shift is attributed to legislative battles in South Carolina and Georgia. The discussion was prompted by a recent collaboration between country singer Brad Paisley and LL Cool J.
55th Annual Grammy Awards, Taylor Swift Performance Rumors
A critique of the 55th Annual Grammy Awards highlights the overproduced nature of the broadcast and the performance of host LL Cool J. The hosts discuss Taylor Swift's opening performance and address tabloid rumors regarding her physical appearance and potential cosmetic surgery.
A 2011 Google April Fools' prank called "Gmail Tap," featuring LL Cool J, inspired actual Morse code keyboard applications now available on the Google Play Store. These apps allow users to text using only "dits" and "das," which is suggested as a safer way to communicate while driving. The segment also notes that Samuel Morse, the inventor of the telegraph, was a prominent American oil painter.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, 2010 Nominees, and ABBA
The 2010 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees are criticized for moving away from traditional rock genres. Nominees including ABBA, Donna Summer, and LL Cool J are cited as evidence that the institution has "jumped the shark." The transition of the induction ceremony from an intimate industry dinner at the Waldorf Astoria to a televised event at Madison Square Garden is noted as a negative shift.
