Episode 1888 • • 2:44:21 - 2:46:41
1888: In The Mourning
Michael Cottrell, 18-Pound Box of Pennies Anecdote
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.