3 chapters across the catalog
Brexit Do-Over Petitions, Non-Binding Referendums
Speculation arises regarding a potential "do-over" of the Brexit vote, following historical precedents like the Lisbon Treaty in Ireland. A viral online petition for a second referendum is criticized for using unverified clicks rather than physical signatures. Despite the media attention, the referendum is noted as being legally non-binding for the UK government.
Dating coach Julien Blanc is the subject of international petitions seeking to ban him from various countries due to his "sexist" pickup tactics. The hosts suggest the controversy is a calculated publicity stunt designed to increase his visibility and seminar attendance.
National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, White House Petitions
The hosts open the program by noting that January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. They critique the White House's decision to raise the signature threshold for official petitions from 25,000 to 100,000, arguing that the administration never intended to act on the public's requests regardless of the volume.
