6 chapters across the catalog
Baron Dirty Dick Bangs of Washington DC requested wine recommendations for his sons' birth years. John Dvorak provides insights on Bordeaux vintages, specifically praising 2016. The Baron also describes the "hysteria" in Montgomery County, Maryland, where his family was required to get COVID tests that resulted in a sinus infection.
Verizon 5G Lab, Small Cell Towers, Montgomery County Protests
A CBS report from a Verizon 5G lab showcases augmented reality tools for construction sites, while acknowledging the need for "small cell" towers to be installed every few houses. In Montgomery County, Maryland, residents like Donna Barron have protested the installation of these sites on neighborhood light poles, citing concerns about untested radiation effects on children. The industry maintains that the equipment is safe, though 5G-enabled devices are not yet widely available.
Ford Manifold Cracks, Safety Recalls, Manufacturing Defects
Federal investigators are looking into 1.3 million Ford Explorers following reports of cracked exhaust manifolds that leak carbon monoxide into the cabin. In Montgomery County, Maryland, mechanics found that 80% of their fleet had these cracks, affecting both police and administrative vehicles. The cost of replacing these cast-iron components on a massive scale presents a significant financial challenge for Ford.
Department of Homeland Security Terrorism Signs and Birthdays
Montgomery County, Maryland, released a video detailing "seven signs of terrorism," urging citizens to report unusual behavior to the police. The video is characterized as banal propaganda designed to maintain a state of fear among the public. The segment concludes with a series of birthday wishes for listeners and their family members, including Harm Huttinga and Scott Williams.
Montgomery County, Texas, has received permission to fly drones and is considering arming them with rubber bullets. The hosts discuss a viral video of a Russian man attaching a machine gun to a drone. They debate the legality of shooting down drones that fly below 500 feet over private property.
Shadowhawk Drones, Montgomery County Sheriff Stun Batons
A local news report from Houston, Texas, details the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office acquiring a Shadowhawk unmanned helicopter. The drone is capable of being outfitted with stun batons, tasers, and bean-bag launchers to engage suspects from the air. The $300,000 federal grant used to purchase the device is characterized by the hosts as a "bribe" to implement domestic surveillance.
