Topic: National Enquirer

Speculation regarding the Democratic National Convention includes theories that Joe Biden might attempt to reclaim his nomination or that his health may fail publicly. Parallels are drawn to the television show *Veep* and reports in the *National Enquirer* regarding Biden's mental state. There is further discussion on whether Barack Obama orchestrated a "rug pull" to install a different candidate.

The practice of "catch and kill"—buying the rights to a story specifically to prevent its publication—is discussed in the context of the National Enquirer. A host shares a personal anecdote about a Silicon Valley magazine paying for a "top ten" story that was never published, illustrating how the tactic is used beyond political scandals.

The investigation into Jeff Bezos and the National Enquirer suggests a link to the $10 billion Pentagon JEDI cloud contract. Oracle has filed a lawsuit alleging the contract was tailored specifically for Amazon by former Amazon executives working within the government. Speculation suggests Larry Ellison may be involved in the leak of Bezos's private photos.

Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos accused American Media Inc. (AMI) and its chief David Pecker of extortion and blackmail involving private text messages and photographs. The conflict stems from the National Enquirer's investigation into Bezos's affair with Lauren Sanchez. Legal experts suggest AMI may have violated a non-prosecution agreement previously established with the Justice Department regarding campaign finance violations.

National Enquirer publisher David Pecker was granted immunity in the Michael Cohen investigation. A deconstruction of ABC News coverage by Tom Yamas highlights "chicken shit journalism," where Trump quotes are taken out of context to suggest he is "slamming" individuals when he is actually lamenting the legal situation of "flipping" witnesses.

The release of a secret recording made by Michael Cohen shows him discussing a payment to buy the rights to Karen McDougal's story about an alleged affair with Donald Trump. The "catch and kill" strategy involved David Pecker of American Media Inc. The hosts argue the media is overhyping the legal significance of the tapes regarding campaign finance laws.

A recovered news clip from 2006 details sexual assault allegations against Al Gore by a Portland massage therapist. The report mentions a 73-page police file and claims of DNA evidence on the accuser's clothing. The hosts use this to illustrate how major scandals involving high-profile figures often disappear from the media cycle without resolution.

Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski allege that the White House attempted to blackmail them using a threatened National Enquirer story. They claim they were told the story would be spiked if they apologized to President Trump for their coverage, a charge the President denied via Twitter.

The National Enquirer features a story on Danny Bonaduce's "rock bottom" fall from child stardom to becoming a radio DJ. Adam Curry, having worked with Bonaduce at MTV, jokes that the only thing lower than a radio DJ is a podcaster. The hosts reflect on the public perception of their medium compared to traditional broadcast roles.

Hillary Clinton is accused of illegal electioneering after appearing at a polling place in Florida. Her raspy, strained voice during recent speeches has fueled rumors of health issues or alcoholism, with the hosts speculating on her physical and mental state as the campaign reaches its conclusion.

The National Enquirer has published claims regarding Hillary Clinton's private life and her relationship with Huma Abedin. Meanwhile, Senator Dianne Feinstein defended Clinton's email server use on news programs, arguing the Secretary simply wanted a "private life."

The National Enquirer published a story alleging that Ted Cruz has had multiple extramarital affairs. While Cruz supporters blame Donald Trump for planting the story due to his friendship with Enquirer CEO David Pecker, the hosts suggest the tabloid has a history of being correct about political scandals like those of John Edwards. The timing of the release is seen as a strategic move to damage Cruz's "family man" image.

The National Enquirer publishes allegations of five extramarital affairs involving Ted Cruz, following a "nuclear war of words" between Cruz and Trump regarding their wives. Additionally, a clip comparison reveals that Cruz's defense of his wife, Heidi, used lines nearly identical to Michael Douglas's dialogue in the film "The American President." The hosts discuss the "Anonymous" video threatening to expose Cruz's secrets.

The National Enquirer reports that Ted Cruz has five secret mistresses, including a political consultant and a DC attorney. The hosts discuss the Enquirer's history of paying for political scoops that mainstream journalists avoid. They also observe a shift at Fox News, noting that hosts like Sean Hannity and Bill O'Reilly appear to have fully pivoted to supporting Donald Trump.

The National Enquirer and the BBC published guides on how to spot potential terrorists and radicalized youth. The lists include signs such as changes in dress, possession of foreign language manuals, and a mistrust of mainstream media reporting.

Mike Huckabee emphasizes his history of fighting and defeating the "Clinton machine" in Arkansas politics for over 26 years. The discussion shifts to a National Enquirer story alleging Clinton is facing jail time, reviving conspiracy theories regarding the "Clinton kill list" and the death of Vince Foster.

Republican presidential candidate Ben Carson faced a series of negative reports in the National Enquirer and Radar Online, including allegations of surgical malpractice. The hosts speculate that rival candidate Carly Fiorina may be behind the "hit job," citing her alleged deep ties to the CIA and her controversial tenure at Hewlett-Packard. Carson's recent comments about victims of mass shootings are also analyzed as part of a broader media attack.

The National Enquirer published a report alleging that Hillary Clinton is suffering from severe health issues, including brain cancer and blood clots. These claims have fueled speculation that she may be forced to drop out of the presidential race, potentially clearing a path for Elizabeth Warren or Joe Biden.

The National Enquirer published claims regarding Hillary Clinton's personal life, allegedly involving actress Mary Steenburgen and others. The discussion touches on long-standing DC rumors and reports from former Secret Service agents regarding Clinton's temperament and private conduct.

A full-page advertisement in the National Enquirer for a "Monkey Kid" doll named Clementine is discussed. The doll, created by artist Linda Murray for Ashton Drake, is described as a realistic hybrid of a human baby and a monkey. The hosts express confusion and horror at the product's existence and its target demographic of "cat ladies."