Topic: Media Rumors

Rumors circulate that ABC is preparing to remove Whoopi Goldberg from "The View" regardless of the election outcome. Reports suggest Goldberg is unhappy with the show's new set and has moved her personal offices nearby to secure a private dressing room. The hosts interpret these "diva" stories as a coordinated effort to prepare the public for her departure.

Reports indicate that the UK media has been scrubbing articles regarding an alleged affair between Prince William and Rose Hanbury, a political consultant. The discussion notes that these censorship efforts have inadvertently increased public awareness of the rumors. Additional mention is made of Kate Middleton's current health struggles with cancer.

Whistleblower Rebecca Reisig accurately predicted that Hurricane Harvey would be significantly worse than official news reports indicated, leading to a conflict with Mayor Sylvester Turner. The city government dismissed social media warnings as "irresponsible rumors" despite the eventual destruction of 100,000 homes. Potential long-term financial instability for Houston's municipal bonds is discussed.

Rumors circulate about the formation of a new conservative media network featuring Bill O'Reilly and Roger Ailes, potentially involving Glenn Beck's "The Blaze." The hosts speculate that O'Reilly and Ailes have the capital to front such a venture and could draw stars like Sean Hannity away from a "wounded" Fox News.

The hosts speculate on Megyn Kelly's demeanor during a recent broadcast, suggesting she appeared unusually "hyped" or potentially intoxicated due to the stress of the Trump feud. They compare the situation to past rumors involving Diane Sawyer, though they admit the observation is based on subjective interpretation of her speech patterns.

Over 1,600 people were stung by jellyfish in Florida in a single week, an event scientists attribute to "changing weather patterns." In political news, the term "building her brand" has become a new meme used to describe Sarah Palin's media strategy. Rumors of an impending divorce between Sarah and Todd Palin are dismissed as a coordinated media attack designed to damage her growing influence and "ink" in the press.

Glenn Beck was hospitalized with acute appendicitis, leading to his temporary absence from his radio and television programs. Unverified rumors circulated online suggesting the medical emergency was a cover for an attempted assassination. The hosts acknowledge the intense animosity directed toward Beck by his political opponents.

A listener comment addresses a joke regarding the hiring of unconventional hostesses for a tech show, expressing concern that the humor might be misinterpreted by Natalie Del Conte. The hosts clarify that there was never a serious intention to hire adult industry workers. They further critique Del Conte's new show, noting its similarity to her previous work despite technical issues with lighting and set design.