Topic: Miley Cyrus

A critique of The Today Show focuses on Carson Daly's celebrity reporting, specifically regarding Miley Cyrus and Cody Simpson. One host shares personal experiences working with Al Roker at Z100 in New York, describing him as an "arrogant dick" who steals punchlines. The segment also notes the show's set changes and Al Roker's fashion choices.

The hosts briefly discuss the girl band KSM and the potential for one of its members to become a major star on the level of Miley Cyrus. They critique the band's longevity and the specific look of the members. The conversation serves as a brief aside on the manufactured nature of pop music careers.

Miley Cyrus is discussed for her emotional selfie video in which she cries over Hillary Clinton's loss but ultimately states she accepts Donald Trump as president. While one host finds her "hopeful hippie" message pathetic and exhibitionist, the other respects her for being one of the few celebrities to publicly accept the election results.

A satirical discussion explored potential modern replacements for the U.S. National Anthem to better reflect contemporary culture. Candidates included Toby Keith's "Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue," Miley Cyrus's "Party in the U.S.A.," and Elvis Presley's "Promised Land." The hosts suggested that an Elvis song would be particularly effective because every American town has an impersonator available to perform at sporting events.

Several high-profile celebrities, including Lena Dunham, Cher, and Miley Cyrus, have publicly stated they will leave the United States if Donald Trump is elected president. Google searches for moving to Canada spiked following Trump's primary victories. Critics view these statements as repetitive "rerun" stories that appear during every major election cycle.

The 2015 MTV VMAs featured Miley Cyrus as host and a lengthy speech by Kanye West, who announced a 2020 presidential run. The hosts critique the show's focus on marijuana culture and Taylor Swift's comments on gender roles.

The discussion turns to "Project Monarch," a alleged subset of MKUltra used to program entertainers. The hosts point out recurring symbolism in pop culture, such as monarch butterflies, checkerboard motifs, and the "all-seeing eye," citing Miley Cyrus's recent MTV performance as an example. They suggest these are triggering mechanisms for mind-controlled assets in the entertainment industry.

Dr. Phil McGraw faced backlash for a controversial tweet regarding intoxicated consent. The MTV Video Music Awards are criticized for a lack of political protest or substance, focusing instead on celebrities like Miley Cyrus. The hosts lament the loss of meaningful social commentary in live televised events.

Miley Cyrus released a video titled "The Walk of Liberty" featuring Occupy Wall Street footage, signaling the commercialization of the protest movement. An upcoming "Occupy This" album will feature artists like Lady Tron and DJ Logic. Predictions suggest a major benefit concert for the "99%" attended by the "1%" is imminent, with Lady Gaga likely to participate.

A satirical report from The Onion regarding the "overuse" of Miley Cyrus is played, prompting a discussion on the shelf life of child stars. The segment transitions to Mark Zuckerberg's meeting with David Cameron and his claim that Facebook will reach one billion users. The hosts reiterate claims of CIA involvement in Facebook's early funding.

Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton, also known as Mario Lavandeira Jr., faces public backlash and potential legal scrutiny after posting an "upskirt" photo of Miley Cyrus, who is a minor. The incident is characterized as a distraction from larger news, though it sparks a discussion on the absurdity of specific indecency and pornography laws regarding stick figures and age labels.

Music mogul Simon Cowell organized an all-star cover of REM's "Everybody Hurts" to raise money for Haiti. The track features numerous pop stars, including Miley Cyrus. A controversy regarding Cyrus's vocal performance and whether her microphone was "live" during recording sessions is addressed, with a focus on the nature of viral hoaxes.

A clip of Miley Cyrus singing live on the *Today Show* outside the GE building is played to demonstrate poor vocal quality. The hosts describe the performance as "fake" and compare it unfavorably to the "Pants on the Ground" viral video. They suggest that modern pop stars lack actual talent and rely on studio production.

The hosts mock the triviality of mainstream news cycles, citing stories about Miley Cyrus's intelligence and a public snub between Lindsay Lohan and Nicole Richie. They contrast the heavy media coverage of these celebrities with the selective outrage regarding the first American vessel hijacked by Somali pirates.