Topic: Manny Pacquiao

6 chapters across the catalog

Show 200.7 Redux
Episode 736 1:39:31 - 1:41:49

736: Show 200.7 Redux

No Agenda Wiki, Search Rankings and Host Heights

The hosts discuss the No Agenda wiki page and its role in explaining show memes and jingles. They express satisfaction with their high search engine rankings, noting that "No Agenda" typically occupies the first several pages of results. They also joke about the wiki's inclusion of their physical heights, which are often listed humorously.

50 Shades of Terror
Episode 699 55:55 - 57:31

699: 50 Shades of Terror

George Will, Global Safety Metrics and Miss USA

Columnist George Will defended John Kerry's assertion that the world is statistically safer now than in previous eras of organized military violence. This sparked a debate with Charles Krauthammer regarding the potential threat of a nuclear-armed Iran. The segment concludes with a clip of a Miss USA contestant and Manny Pacquiao suggesting a simplistic military response to global terrorism.

50 Shades of Terror
Episode 699 2:06:43 - 2:11:54

699: 50 Shades of Terror

Knighting of Sir Matt, Listener Birthdays and $70 Donors

The hosts conduct a knighting ceremony for Sir Matt (Mathieu Helie) following his significant financial contribution. They also acknowledge several $70 donors celebrating the upcoming 700th episode and read a note from a listener using a 50-year-old Smith Corona Skywriter typewriter. Birthday shout-outs are given to listeners including Colin Prahl and John Kekesh.

Ten Minute Timer
Episode 691 11:10 - 18:35

691: Ten Minute Timer

Miss Universe 2015, Global Terrorist Question

The 2015 Miss Universe pageant, a Donald Trump property, is critiqued for its political questioning and contestant performances. Miss USA faces scrutiny for her response to a question from judge Manny Pacquiao regarding what she would say to a global terrorist in 30 seconds. The segment highlights the absurdity of mixing beauty pageants with high-stakes geopolitical topics.

Episode 416 15:12 - 18:18

416: Datapalooza

Manny Pacquiao vs. Timothy Bradley, Sports Rigging Allegations

The recent boxing match between Manny Pacquiao and Timothy Bradley is cited as evidence of rigging in professional sports after Bradley's controversial upset victory. The discussion extends to horse racing and the Triple Crown, suggesting that favorites are often sabotaged to favor long-shot bets and lucrative rematches. Specific mention is made of the horse Barbaro and the financial incentives for preventing Triple Crown winners.

Water Weed And Weasels
Episode 96 8:17 - 10:51

96: Water Weed And Weasels

Michael Savage, Rockstar Energy Drink, Pacquiao vs Hatton Fight

Radio host Michael Savage is identified as the financial backing behind Rockstar Energy Drink, which is managed by his son. The brand received significant exposure during the Manny Pacquiao versus Ricky Hatton boxing match in Las Vegas. During the fight, Hatton was knocked out and landed directly on the Rockstar logo on the canvas, providing an unintentional but high-profile marketing moment for the beverage company.