Topic: New England

25 chapters across the catalog

Scott Adams Redux
Episode 1841

1841: Scott Adams Redux

Super Bowl LXI Predictions, Seattle Seahawks vs. New England Patriots

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak discuss the upcoming Super Bowl matchup between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots on February 8, 2026. Dvorak posits that the NFL Hall of Fame snubbed Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft due to their support for Donald Trump, suggesting the league's political leanings might influence the game's outcome. They review various prop bets involving halftime performers Bad Bunny and Green Day, as well as potential political protests by players.

Control Grid
Episode 1770 1:17:45 - 1:20:21

1770: Control Grid

Dr. James Thorp, Miscarriage Data, Medical Journal Corruption

OBGYN Dr. James Thorp testified that the 2021 Shimabukuro study published in the New England Journal of Medicine misrepresented miscarriage rates among vaccinated pregnant women. Thorp alleged that raw data indicated an 82% miscarriage rate in the first trimester, contrasting with the published claim of 12.6%. He further claimed that pharmaceutical companies paid over $1 billion to medical journal reviewers between 2020 and 2022, fundamentally corrupting the peer-review process for vaccine safety signals.

Gob of Goo
Episode 1407 49:33 - 53:19

1407: Gob of Goo

Myocarditis in Adolescents, CDC VAERS Data, Israel Heart Study

The CDC's VAERS system recorded over 1,200 reports of myocarditis following MRNA vaccination between late 2020 and mid-2021. A study in the New England Journal of Medicine indicated that the risk of heart inflammation in boys aged 16 to 19 was nine times higher than in their unvaccinated peers. Despite these findings, the Georgia Department of Health reported zero deaths in the 12-17 age group, leading officials to claim there is "not enough evidence" to link the vaccine to teenage fatalities.

Code Red
Episode 1384 1:12:48 - 1:15:10

1384: Code Red

Pregnancy and COVID-19 Vaccines, New England Journal of Medicine

The hosts contrast CBS's recommendation for pregnant women to get vaccinated with a June 2021 study from the New England Journal of Medicine. They claim the study's data suggests a high rate of spontaneous pregnancy loss among participants vaccinated before the third trimester. They label the mainstream media's dismissal of these concerns as "misinformation."

Curtain Wranglers
Episode 1241 1:28:14 - 1:30:00

1241: Curtain Wranglers

Hydroxychloroquine Study, New England Journal of Medicine and Bias

A new observational study in the New England Journal of Medicine concluded that hydroxychloroquine is ineffective for COVID-19. However, critics point to implicit bias in the study, noting that it only included patients with moderate to severe disease who were often already on ventilators. The study also lacked a placebo group and did not include zinc, which many doctors claim is essential for the treatment's success.

Kung Flu
Episode 1213 2:23:03 - 2:27:43

1213: Kung Flu

New England Meetup and Final Producer Credits

The hosts credit various producers and meetups, including a large gathering in New England organized by Sir Ernesto Grande. They acknowledge donors from Texas, California, and Germany, and perform "de-douching" rituals for listeners. The segment concludes with a thank you to all producers for supporting the show's three-hour limit.

Pale Male
Episode 1211 2:40:47 - 2:44:05

1211: Pale Male

New England Meetup, Oregon Local 33

Recorded reports from the New England meetup feature a diverse group of producers, including "Lady Butters" and "Sir Knives," expressing their support for the show. A written report from the Oregon Local 33 meetup notes a small turnout due to confusion between two different venues named "Bar 33." The hosts emphasize that meetups are a vital part of the community's "value for value" exchange.

Kremlin Crush
Episode 1110 1:48:38 - 1:50:50

1110: Kremlin Crush

Super Bowl LIII, Rams vs Patriots Branding

The New England Patriots defeated the Los Angeles Rams in a low-scoring Super Bowl LIII. The hosts critique the Rams' "1970s" uniform style and branding, comparing it unfavorably to the Patriots' more modern aesthetic. The game's outcome is jokingly linked to political factors involving Elizabeth Warren and the New England region.

Pentacon
Episode 1109 21:27 - 26:17

1109: Pentacon

NFL Game Rigging Theories, Rams vs Patriots Prediction

Geopolitical and market-based analysis is used to predict the winner of the Super Bowl between the New England Patriots and Los Angeles Rams. Theories suggest the NFL may favor a Rams victory to solidify the football market in Los Angeles following the team's relocation from St. Louis. Despite Tom Brady's "GOAT" status, the Rams are jokingly favored due to their literal mascot being a goat.

Congressional Jignitty
Episode 1006 6:21 - 8:14

1006: Congressional Jignitty

Gisele Bündchen and Parenting After Patriots Loss

Gisele Bündchen, wife of New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, was observed consoling her children after the team's Super Bowl loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. She reportedly told her children that while their father had won five times, the Eagles had never won before, emphasizing the importance of letting others win occasionally.

Circular Reporting
Episode 1005 1:41 - 4:10

1005: Circular Reporting

Super Bowl LII Predictions, NFL Political Tensions

Analysis of the upcoming Super Bowl LII focuses on the Philadelphia Eagles and the New England Patriots. Predictions suggest an Eagles victory despite a potential 17-point deficit, citing the political fallout between the NFL and President Donald Trump over national anthem protests as a factor that may influence the league's desired outcome.

Morally Obtuse
Episode 902

902: Morally Obtuse

Donald Trump, Super Bowl Analysis, Bing Bong Compilation

Donald Trump is featured in a compilation of repetitive vocalizations including "bing" and "bong" during various public appearances. The hosts analyze the Super Bowl results, suggesting the New England Patriots' victory over the Atlanta Falcons represents a win for Trump over the "elites" due to his friendship with owner Robert Kraft. Numerical coincidences involving the number three during the game are highlighted as symbolic markers of the turnaround.

Dairy Air
Episode 757 2:35:34 - 2:37:58

757: Dairy Air

Miss Georgia Deflategate Q&A and Tom Brady

Despite winning the crown, Miss Georgia Betty Cantrell struggled with a Q&A question regarding whether New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady cheated during the "Deflategate" scandal. Cantrell stated that if there was any question about the balls being deflated, then Brady "definitely cheated" and deserved his suspension. Her victory despite a perceived poor answer suggests the Q&A segment may carry less weight than the talent and swimsuit portions of the pageant.

Gas Jackers
Episode 750 1:04:09 - 1:07:15

750: Gas Jackers

Executive Producers, McDonald's Lobster Roll Critique

The show acknowledges top donors and executive producers, noting a rare "three double donor" occurrence. A donor's note from Connecticut sparks a critique of McDonald's new lobster rolls in New England, which the hosts suspect contain more pollock or "fake meat" than actual lobster.

Win by a Gyp
Episode 690 1:33:47 - 1:36:55

690: Win by a Gyp

Deflategate, Tom Brady and Super Bowl XLIX Preview

The hosts discuss "Deflategate," the controversy surrounding the New England Patriots using under-inflated footballs. They preview Super Bowl XLIX between the Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks. Adam Curry notes that Tom Brady's public image is bolstered by his marriage to Gisele Bündchen, while the hosts prepare to analyze the game through their unique "rigged" lens.

Win by a Gyp
Episode 690 1:36:56 - 1:42:05

690: Win by a Gyp

Super Bowl Predictions, Boston Distractions and Losing by a Jip

John C. Dvorak predicts a New England Patriots victory as a distraction from the ongoing Dzhokhar Tsarnaev trial in Boston. Adam Curry counters with a theory that the Patriots might "lose by a jip"—a controversial or "gypped" call—to maximize media engagement and public outrage. They discuss the coaching history of Pete Carroll and the "cheating" reputation of the Patriots organization.

Episode 409 2:03:34 - 2:05:56

409: Head Lag

Coffee and Longevity Study, Starbucks, New England Journal of Medicine

A study in the New England Journal of Medicine claiming that coffee consumption is linked to a longer life is scrutinized. The study's own conclusion states that it cannot determine if the finding is causal or merely associational. The promotion of this study in mainstream media is linked to the interests of major coffee retailers like Starbucks.