Topic: Matt Cutts

The hosts discuss the "Peerage Committee" for donor ranks and the restrictions of the Medi-Cal system, which reportedly prevents patients from paying cash for faster service. Former Google engineer Matt Cutts is noted for joining the Pentagon's "Defense Digital Service." The segment concludes with a formal knighting ceremony for several high-level donors.

Google's search quality chief Matt Cutts has taken an indefinite leave of absence, citing a desire to spend time with family. The tech industry is currently facing a "jerk tech" backlash against startups like Parking Monkey that exploit legal loopholes for profit. A satirical website, "whatthefuckismywearablestrategy.com," is highlighted as a commentary on the current lack of innovation in the mobile and wearable markets.

The hosts criticize Google's search results for failing to filter out duplicate AP stories and address personal grievances with tech figures like Matt Cutts and Leo Laporte. They argue that video podcasts are an inefficient medium, as 95% of audiences prefer audio-only downloads for convenience. There is a discussion about the potential for a new "Cranky Geeks" style show to compete in the audio podcast market.

Google's Matt Cutts discusses upcoming changes to SEO algorithms, including Penguin 2.0 and Panda updates. The hosts characterize Google's control over search and its "Webmaster Tools" as a way to force compliance with Google's business model under the guise of security.

Google blacklisted Dvorak.org and associated sites including NoAgendaShow.com following a WordPress injection infection. The hosts argue that Google has become the "internet police," using browser-level blacklisting in Chrome and Firefox to control web access. Criticism is directed at Jeff Jarvis and Google executive Matt Cutts for their roles in deifying the company's influence over information flow.