Topic: Michael

Larry describes a Billy Idol performance at the Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, where the singer repeatedly mispronounced the town's name. Adam explains the technical reality of gold and platinum record awards from the 1980s. He notes that early awards were often playable metal "mothers" that had to be spun backward to hear the music.

Adam recounts a recent Uber ride in Oakland where the driver shared photos of himself having drinks with Frank Sinatra at the Stars restaurant. The driver's playlist, featuring George Michael and Aaron Neville, sparked a conversation about the "good old days" of celebrity culture. Larry jokes about this being his own eventual retirement path.

Radio host Michael Savage performed a satirical impression of Bernie Sanders calling for international cooperation with China on Artificial Intelligence. The parody suggests that Sanders' policy positions are a front for communist interests and space-based domination. The hosts compare Savage's performance to Dave Rubin's, noting the increasing difficulty in discerning truth within a polarized media landscape.

A discussion regarding a song parody idea based on Michael Jackson's "Blame it on the Boogie" titled "Blame it on the Glitch" transitions into a memory about alternative fuel sources. The conversation covers wood-burning gasification systems for trucks and generators, with one host expressing interest in dragging a burning system behind an old flatbed Ford to power a vehicle.

The filmography of George Clooney is reviewed, with high praise given to the 2007 film "Michael Clayton." The hosts describe it as a riveting "No Agenda movie" about a fixer in a large law firm and also mention "The American," "Syriana," and "The Men Who Stare at Goats."

Michael Cottrell, a Canadian producer, donated $288.88 and recalled a famous show incident where he sent an 18-pound box of pennies to the hosts. He reminded the audience that Adam Curry initially feared the heavy package was a bomb, while John C. Dvorak encouraged him to open it on air regardless. Cottrell was officially knighted during this segment.

Dame Francine Hardaway returns to the show with a donation. A producer named JC Garcia introduces the acronym "WWJCDD" (What Would John C. Dvorak Do?). Michael Straub and Alexander Marsh describe Dvorak as a grandfather figure who provided a window into a world of reason and humor.

Michael Hall discusses his background as an Orthodox Christian praying for Dvorak's soul. Matthew McCoy shares a classic memory from 1999 of watching Dvorak on Silicon Spin, where Dvorak famously asked why anyone would buy a laptop "shaped like a toilet seat" regarding the Bondi blue iBook.

Chad Larson renews his commitment to the show following Dvorak's passing. Sir Walkman, the Duke of Buckeye, recalls his email correspondence with Dvorak regarding Michael Savage and various spy show recommendations.

Sir Michael Dunn, Baron of Southern Kentucky, recalls watching Dvorak review CD-ROMs on CNET Central in the 1990s. He credits Dvorak and Adam for providing a healthy view of the world and hundreds of "belly laughs" over 15 years of listening.

Former Pfizer researcher Michael Yeadon claims that the COVID-19 pandemic was a fraudulent event exaggerated by inappropriate PCR testing. He argues that all-cause mortality did not increase significantly prior to the WHO declaration and that many deaths were caused by changed medical procedures, such as inappropriate ventilation and the denial of antibiotics.

The Freedom 250 celebration on the National Mall faced setbacks as artists including Martina McBride, Young MC, and Brett Michaels withdrew due to the event's perceived political nature. Performers like Vanilla Ice and Milli Vanilli's Fab Morvan remain on the bill, which is characterized as a "track act" lineup typical of state fairs. Donald Trump suggested he might perform himself if more musical acts drop out.

Newly declassified emails from 2016 reveal that then-NSA Director Michael Rogers raised concerns about the integrity of the intelligence product regarding Russian interference in the DNC hack. James Clapper reportedly pressured agencies to align on a "team sport" narrative despite Rogers' warnings about insufficient review time. These documents have been referred to the Justice Department for further investigation by Attorney General Pam Bondi.

Donald Trump concluded a state visit to China to meet with President Xi Jinping, drawing criticism from media figures like Jen Psaki and Ambassador Michael McFaul. While critics argue Trump appeared "cowed" by the Chinese leader and failed to use tough rhetoric regarding communism, the visit involved significant business delegations. Potential deals discussed include the sale of over 200 Boeing jets and agricultural agreements involving soybeans. Analysts debate whether Trump's policies are inadvertently benefiting China's global standing at the expense of American allies.

Dr. Michael Osterholm appeared on CBS to discuss recent Hantavirus concerns, emphasizing that it is not a coronavirus and has limited person-to-person transmission. He noted that while the "Andes strain" from South America can be more dangerous, the current risk is low, and standard monitoring of symptoms and temperature is sufficient for containment.

Lionsgate is producing a Michael Jackson biopic starring his nephew, Jafar Jackson, which reportedly glosses over child sex abuse allegations. The film focuses on Jackson's ascent to superstardom through 1984, leading to protests from survivors and criticism from the director of "Leaving Neverland." Jackson's daughter, Paris Jackson, has also condemned the film for perceived inaccuracies.

Adam Curry recounts his personal interactions with Michael Jackson during his time at MTV, describing the singer as "asexual" rather than a predator. Curry notes that Jackson requested him specifically for a meeting at MJJ Studios, where he saw Jackson interacting with underprivileged children in a non-sexual, caring manner. Curry also mentions being "hung up on" by MSNBC after suggesting a murder angle following Jackson's death.

Michael Jackson's performance at the MTV Video Music Awards was contingent on the Video Vanguard Award being named after him. Adam Curry describes visiting Jackson's studio, where he saw the singer standing on an apple crate to appear taller and witnessed Howie Mandel performing voices for children. Curry laments that younger generations are largely unaware of Jackson's massive cultural impact.

Megyn Kelly criticized President Trump for being "dazzled" by Benjamin Netanyahu's plan for regime change in Iran, which she characterized as a failure. The Israeli Ambassador to the U.S., Michael Herzog, appeared on "Face the Nation" to dispute a New York Times report about the February 11 meeting where the strike was planned. Herzog argued the report was based on second-hand information and that military operations are not an "instant soup" with immediate results.

Local news reports are highlighting a series of mysterious deaths and disappearances among scientists working in sensitive fields like asteroid deflection, fusion energy, and nuclear technology. Notable cases include the 2023 death of NASA scientist Michael David Hicks and the disappearance of General McCaslin and researcher Monica Riza. While officials have not confirmed a link, some members of Congress are calling for an investigation into whether these individuals were targeted by foreign intelligence or were involved in classified UAP (UFO) programs.