Topic: Mel Brooks

The hosts discuss the film "Conclave," which saw a spike in viewership following the death of Pope Francis. One analyst compared using the movie as a guide to the Vatican to using "Spaceballs" as a guide to space travel. The discussion centers on the film's controversial ending involving a Pope discovered to have intersex characteristics, which the hosts describe as an unnecessary and disappointing plot twist.

Late-night host Stephen Colbert used Michael Wolff's book to compare the Trump administration to Mel Brooks' "The Producers," suggesting Trump never intended to win the election. Colbert's monologue included jokes about Melania Trump crying on election night and the campaign's lack of preparation. The hosts critique the audience's reaction to Colbert's Nazi-themed humor.

An anonymous donor requested advice on raising critical thinkers within the public school system. Recommendations included Carroll Quigley's *Tragedy and Hope* (though noted for its extreme length) and Mel Brooks' *History of the World, Part I* for a more entertaining take on historical context.

Comedian George Lopez was booed off stage at a juvenile diabetes gala in Denver after refusing to stop making Trump jokes at a donor's request. Mel Brooks recently commented that Trump has "ruined comedy" because comedians are too preoccupied with him. Jimmy Fallon is noted for refusing to turn his late-night show into a "hate-Trump" platform.

Equifax faced criticism for failing to disclose a March data breach until months later, despite hiring security firm Mandiant to investigate. In other news, filmmaker Mel Brooks stated that his classic comedy "Blazing Saddles" could never be made today due to modern political correctness.

The hosts read various donor notes, including an encoded message from a special operations supporter in California. Sir Jim Spitzer is named the Earl of Suffolk County and requests a clip from Mel Brooks' "History of the World, Part 1." The segment maintains the show's tradition of acknowledging "executive producers" who provide financial support.

A theater in Maryland is facing protests for its production of Mel Brooks' "The Producers." Activists are demanding the removal of "Springtime for Hitler" scenes, arguing that the satirical use of Nazi symbols is offensive regardless of artistic intent. The hosts view this as an example of growing "cultural Marxism" and hypersensitivity.

Inquiries among young adults in Los Angeles suggest that the reported "bath salts" drug craze may be exaggerated or manufactured, as local youth are unfamiliar with it despite knowing of other substances like Adderall. A theory is posited that the media focus on the drug serves as a viral marketing campaign for the film World War Z. The film's connection to the son of Mel Brooks is also noted.