Topic: Mullets

The 1980s mullet hairstyle is reportedly making a comeback, described as "business in the front, party in the back." Media clips from NPR promote the look as a gender-neutral fashion choice, while critics in the montage suggest the trend is part of an elite effort to promote a genderless society. Stylist Ashley Medina describes the "soft mullet" as a cool, versatile look for the modern era.

The hosts conclude the episode with a discussion on the return of the mullet hairstyle and a teaser for the Sunday show. The episode ends with a "New York State of Mind" themed mix by Tom Starkweather featuring audio from the Rand Paul and Anthony Fauci hearing.

NPR has repeatedly aired a story about the resurgence of the mullet hairstyle, highlighting a Michigan stylist known as the "Mullet Queen." The report frames the haircut as a "genderless" style popular among non-binary people and traces its roots to Native American culture. Critics view the promotion of the mullet as part of a broader effort by elites to encourage a "wimpified" or gender-neutral aesthetic.