Topic: Mike Elgan

Tech journalist Mike Elgan is criticized for frequently using the "Breaking!" tag on social media for non-urgent news items. This trend is mirrored in mainstream media, including Fox News and Tucker Carlson's segments. The discussion also reviews recent podcast artwork by Mountain J, noting the high quality of community-contributed visual assets for the show.

The current state of digital journalism is criticized for its reliance on "listicles" and ad-heavy slideshows that offer little factual substance. Tech journalist Mike Elgan's content on Google Plus is used as an example of conjecture-based writing designed to drive ad impressions. Additionally, Tumblr is identified as a major hub for adult content, which is contrasted with Yahoo's corporate image.

Adam Curry expresses confusion over the value of Google Plus, despite being in thousands of "circles." He mentions that tech journalist Mike Elgan is a proponent of the platform. The hosts discuss the "Hangout" feature and the "No Agenda" community circle, though Curry finds the notification system overwhelming and a "time sink."

Tech journalist Mike Elgan is "de-douched" after making a $200 donation following a call-out on a previous show. Elgan's post on Google Plus about the show sparked a wave of negative comments from tech "fanboys" who criticized Adam Curry's hair and the show's "conspiracy theories." The hosts read the insults aloud, comparing the experience to Matt Damon's practice of reading mean tweets to stay humble.

The hosts discuss the reported suicide of the nurse involved in the Kate Middleton prank call incident, questioning the official narrative and the media's role. Adam Curry also mentions a blog post by Mike Elgan regarding his "douchebag" call-out on the show, noting the negative reaction from Elgan's followers on Google Plus.