Topic: Nickelodeon

5 chapters across the catalog

Bunny Hugging
Episode 1341 2:17:14 - 2:21:34

1341: Bunny Hugging

John Kerry and Nickelodeon Environmental Racism

Climate Czar John Kerry discusses the need to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Meanwhile, Nickelodeon's "Nick News" introduces children to the concept of "environmental racism," citing pollution in minority communities. The hosts criticize the indoctrination of children through entertainment networks.

Hide Your Forks
Episode 313 55:20 - 57:34

313: Hide Your Forks

Michelle Obama iCarly Appearance and Military Families

First Lady Michelle Obama appeared on the Nickelodeon show *iCarly* to promote the "Joining Forces" initiative, which supports military families. During her visit to Los Angeles, she urged Hollywood writers and producers to include more stories about the lives and sacrifices of service members in television and film. Critics argue the media should instead focus on the hardships caused by frequent deployments and financial struggles faced by veterans.

Monica Crowley's Stilettos
Episode 166 1:56:49 - 1:58:19

166: Monica Crowley's Stilettos

Weight Watchers Floor Collapse, The Mighty B, Atlas Shrugged

A Weight Watchers clinic in Sweden made headlines after the floor collapsed during a meeting, an event the hosts find ironically humorous. In another media observation, the Nickelodeon show "The Mighty B" is noted for including a reference to Ayn Rand's "Atlas Shrugged" in a character's survival kit. These items are presented as "real news" highlights from the week.

Authoritarianism
Episode 30 50:30 - 52:29

30: Authoritarianism

Nickelodeon Studios and the Invention of Slime

A visit to Nickelodeon Studios in Florida involved the "VIP treatment" where guests participated in the network's iconic "sliming" tradition. The discussion touches on the corporate culture of Viacom and the potential for a consumer product involving a non-toxic, evaporating version of the green slime.