Topic: Neil Campbell

3 chapters across the catalog

Shmoo
Episode 941 17:39 - 21:29

941: Shmoo

Jon Ossoff, Carpetbagger Definition, and Neil Campbell

Listener Neil Campbell provides a correction regarding the term "carpetbagger," explaining its origins as luggage made from old carpets used by poor people during the Civil War era. The hosts debate whether Georgia congressional candidate Jon Ossoff fits the definition of a carpetbagger. They conclude that running for office in a district where one does not currently reside justifies the pejorative label.

Ten Times
Episode 826 1:16:47 - 1:19:27

826: Ten Times

No Agenda Show Credits, Artwork Submissions

The hosts acknowledge the show's artists and contributors, specifically thanking Neil Campbell for the episode 825 artwork titled "F4K3-80085." They remind artists to avoid small typefaces and show numbers in their submissions to ensure the art remains "evergreen" for the archives. The NoahArtGenerator.com website is highlighted as the hub for listener-submitted creative works.

Google Wave Invite
Episode 135 2:46 - 7:48

135: Google Wave Invite

61st Primetime Emmy Awards, Neil Patrick Harris Hosting

The 61st Primetime Emmy Awards are analyzed, with praise for host Neil Patrick Harris's old-fashioned master of ceremonies style. The segment critiques Jeff Probst's acceptance speech for Survivor, specifically his misattribution of a motivational quote to anthropologist Joseph Campbell. Ratings data from Variety is discussed, noting that viewership declined as critically acclaimed but low-rated shows like 30 Rock won major awards.