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The hosts discuss the proximity of active wildfires to Northern Silicon Valley, noting evacuations in Napa Valley and Montecito. They contrast the high temperatures across California with the cooler, foggy conditions in the San Francisco Bay Area. A brief mention is made of a rain stick experiment intended to target Norway.
Following a powerful speech at the Golden Globes, media speculation surged regarding Oprah Winfrey running for president in 2020. The discussion also covers Winfrey's recent appearance in Montecito, California, following devastating mudslides, and the public role of her long-time partner, Stedman Graham.
California Mudslides, Evacuation Fatigue in Montecito
Devastating mudslides in Montecito, California, have resulted in multiple fatalities following a period of intense wildfires. Officials noted that "evacuation fatigue" contributed to the tragedy, as many residents who had recently returned from fire evacuations chose not to leave again when the mudslide warnings were issued.
Executive Producer Joshua Dale, No Agenda Knighting Ceremony
Joshua Dale, an attorney from Monte Rio, California, is credited as the sole Executive Producer for the episode following a $250 donation. He is granted a second knighthood during the segment, which includes a custom "science" audio sting.
Montecito Train Noise and Burlington Northern Santa Fe Criticism
A personal anecdote about staying in Montecito, California, details the disruptive noise of freight trains running through residential areas at all hours of the night. The hosts criticize Burlington Northern Santa Fe, a company owned by Warren Buffett, for the poor aesthetic maintenance of its engines compared to the "glamorous" era of Southern Pacific. They joke that the dilapidated trains are only fit for transporting citizens to FEMA camps.
