Topic: Lubricant

9 chapters across the catalog

Stunt Grenade
Episode 1817 3:04:18 - 3:10:05

1817: Stunt Grenade

Boeshield T9, Boeing Lubricant Tip

Boeshield T9, a lubricant and degreaser developed by the Boeing Corporation, is featured as the "Tip of the Day." The product is described as a superior alternative to WD-40 for use in machinery and hinges, though users are cautioned that it is extremely difficult to remove if spilled on floors.

Post Racial
Episode 1064 2:23:04 - 2:26:36

1064: Post Racial

Dog Walking App Scandal and WD-40 Confusion

A Colorado Springs homeowner discovered two shirtless men on his couch and a camcorder after using a popular dog-walking app. The sitter claimed a bottle of personal lubricant found on the scene was actually WD-40 used to fix a stuck car key. The homeowner's dog was found locked in a room, highlighting the risks of gig-economy home services.

Clip Job
Episode 985 2:25:57 - 2:27:28

985: Clip Job

Cap Guns, Rock Fights, and Ranch Hand Lubricant

The hosts reminisce about playing "Cowboys and Indians" with cap guns and having rock fights as children, noting that such activities would lead to school suspensions today. The conversation shifts to a squeaky mic stand, which Adam Curry plans to fix with a "pricey" synthetic lubricant called Ranch Hand.

Juice Jacking
Episode 717

717: Juice Jacking

Masturbation Month, Ranch Hand Lubricant, and Star Party Introduction

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the program discussing the arrival of May, which Dvorak identifies as Masturbation Month, citing various health benefits. Curry shares a warning about a slippery lubricant called Ranch Hand before mentioning his attendance at a "star party" in Austin organized by musician Dana Falkenberry.

Facebook Thuggin'
Episode 711 3:50 - 6:33

711: Facebook Thuggin'

Amazon Recommendation Logic, Pot Shards and Lubricant

An email from a listener highlights the peculiarities of Amazon's recommendation engine after purchasing "Uncle Don's" book, Pot Shards. The system recommended the book based on a previous purchase of ranch hand spray lubricant, illustrating the "skip logic" used by big data platforms to link disparate consumer items.

Terrorist Narrative
Episode 670 2:34 - 5:04

670: Terrorist Narrative

Ranch Hand Lubricant, Professional Tripod Performance

A discussion regarding Ranch Hand spray lubricant, a product powered by Thermo Lube, highlights its effectiveness in silencing microphone boom arms. The conversation explores how high-end professional tripods use hydraulic damping and how specialized lubricants can improve the feel of cheap consumer gear.

Terrorist Narrative
Episode 670 6:57 - 8:40

670: Terrorist Narrative

Ranch Hand Lubricant Branding, Industrial Applications

The hosts examine the marketing and availability of Ranch Hand Spray Lubricant, noting its silhouette-based branding and its classification as a penetrating lubricant. The product is marketed for farm, ranch, industrial, and marine applications, though it is noted as being difficult to find at reasonable prices on Amazon.

What do you call Soy milk?
Episode 207 39:42 - 41:45

207: What do you call Soy milk?

World Health Organization Alcohol Policy and Neo-Prohibitionism

The World Health Organization is accused of pursuing a neo-prohibitionist agenda aimed at restricting global alcohol consumption. Reports from Scotland link alcohol to a series of murders, which critics view as a pretext for increased public control. The argument suggests that removing social lubricants like alcohol makes the population easier for authorities to manage.