Topic: Michael J Mcdonald

Author Michael Pollan details the agricultural requirements for McDonald's french fries, which must be made from long Russet Burbank potatoes. To avoid "net necrosis" blemishes, farmers use a highly toxic pesticide called Monitor. The potatoes must be stored in atmosphere-controlled sheds for weeks to off-gas chemicals before they are safe for consumption.

A clip features Nevada GOP Chairman Michael J. McDonald incorrectly identifying Las Vegas as the "capital city" of Nevada during the convention roll call. The hosts mock the error, noting that Carson City is the actual capital, and point out his use of the word "warts" instead of "votes."

Trader Joe's is suing Michael Hallett, a Canadian man who operates "Pirate Joe's" by reselling products purchased in Washington state across the border in Vancouver. The segment argues that the media coverage of this lawsuit functions as a paid editorial or advertisement for Trader Joe's and McDonald's.