Topic: News Diet

The difference in emotional states between Trump and Clinton supporters is attributed to their "information diets." While Fox News viewers were informed of the "evils" of the Clinton empire, they were not subjected to the same "terror" narratives found in liberal social media bubbles. The obsessive nature of political tweeting among Hollywood figures is noted as unhealthy.

A donor suggests using a "Honey Boo Boo" clip for the donation segment, which the hosts find distasteful. They play the "Balanced News Diet" jingle in response to a request from a donor in Copenhagen. The segment also touches on a gift of "Atlas Shrugged" and its reputation among the hosts.

Author Rolf Dobeli's 2010 essay "Avoid News: Towards a Healthy News Diet" argues that constant news consumption is toxic to the human body. Dobeli claims that sensationalist headlines trigger the limbic system and release cortisol, leading to chronic stress and impaired immunity. The essay further asserts that the modern news cycle is largely a product of the PR industry and lacks the rigorous fact-checking once associated with legacy publications like The New Yorker.

Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver faced backlash for comparing the British diet unfavorably to that of slums in Soweto, South Africa. Meanwhile, Gordon Ramsay is embroiled in a tabloid scandal involving allegations of a long-term extramarital affair. The discussion reflects on the "roller coaster" nature of celebrity status and public image.