7 chapters across the catalog
Adam Curry plays a clip of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, noting his vocal cadence is nearly identical to Barack Obama's. They also discuss Tim Walz's speech promising tax cuts for the middle class and the media's use of the term "neurodivergent" to describe Walz's son's emotional reaction on stage.
GrapheneOS Conflict and Neurodivergent Communities
The hosts discuss a conflict with the GrapheneOS community following critical remarks made on a previous episode. They address accusations of "attempted murder" and harassment related to the developer being doxxed or swatted. The conversation shifts to a broader critique of "neurodivergent" online communities, with the hosts suggesting that a lack of ability to handle criticism is a growing cultural trend.
A viral TikTok video features a young woman complaining about being yelled at for asking for "time blindness" accommodations during a job application. She argues that the culture of requiring workers to be on time needs to be dismantled. The hosts mock the concept, viewing it as a symptom of entitlement and a refusal to adhere to basic professional standards.
Dame TJ of the Side Eye contributes $302 and promotes a B2B sales job opening at otterandmule.com, specifically welcoming "neurodivergent and time-blind" applicants. The hosts discuss the No Agenda Marketplace and provide "karma" for various listener requests. Another associate executive producer, Christy Zaitz, is thanked for her $250 contribution.
Starbucks Barista Viral Video, Neurodivergency Definitions
A viral video of a distressed Starbucks barista complaining about scheduling and "misgendering" leads to a discussion on the term "neurodivergent." The hosts review definitions from the Cleveland Clinic, which includes conditions like Tourette's syndrome, ADHD, and autism under the neurodiversity umbrella. They question the medical establishment's shift toward using "differences" rather than "deficits" to describe these conditions.
Autism Rate Spike, Genetic Factors, John Dvorak's Grandson
A report on ABC News indicates that autism rates have tripled in some states since 2000, with researchers citing genetic and environmental factors. The hosts discuss the broadening of the "autism spectrum" in the DSM-5 as a way to diagnose more children and prescribe more drugs. John Dvorak shares an anecdote about his grandson being labeled "neurodivergent" and their shared interest in watching Russian dashcam car crash videos.
A TikTok user identifying as "Samuel" described being a "canine therian," a person who identifies as a non-human animal for spiritual or psychological reasons. Samuel explained that this identity involves a disconnect from humanity and a soul that feels like a dog or wolf. The hosts discussed this as an extreme example of modern identity trends found on social media.
