Topic: Parlor

7 chapters across the catalog

COVID Medley
Episode 1440 54:51 - 1:00:58

1440: COVID Medley

Social Distancing Shaming, Tyranny vs. Quarantine

Public complaints about social distancing violations lead to "shaming" on social media and police intervention. Parody songs question the necessity of masks and the rush for a vaccine. The segment concludes with a distinction between "quarantine" (isolating the sick) and "tyranny" (isolating the healthy), as skeptics argue that government measures are overstepping for the sake of control.

Brood X
Episode 1331 1:08:20 - 1:16:09

1331: Brood X

Atlanta Spa Shootings, Racial Narrative vs Sex Addiction

A shooting spree at three Atlanta-area massage parlors resulted in eight deaths, six of whom were Asian women. While the suspect, Robert Aaron Long, claimed the motive was related to sex addiction, the Biden administration and media outlets immediately framed the event as a white supremacist hate crime. The segment explores the "yellow fever" phenomenon and the hyper-sexualization of Asian women in media.

Yak Yak Vax
Episode 1324 2:27:51 - 2:32:23

1324: Yak Yak Vax

Seattle Political Discrimination Law and Big Tech Lawsuits

A 1999 Seattle ordinance banning discrimination based on political ideology could provide a legal avenue for companies like Parler to sue Amazon. Former professor John West suggests that because Amazon is headquartered in Seattle, it must adhere to these fair contracting laws, which allow for punitive damages.

Kraken Keeper
Episode 1296 1:29:36 - 1:33:55

1296: Kraken Keeper

New Media Landscape, Fox News Exodus, Podcast Growth

A shift in the media landscape is occurring as viewers leave Fox News for alternatives like Newsmax and move from Twitter to Parlor. YouTube's new monetization policies and increased ad frequency are also driving users toward platforms like Rumble. Meanwhile, the podcasting industry continues to evolve, with over 1.3 million active feeds currently indexed.

Truancy Crimes
Episode 1115 2:19:03 - 2:22:21

1115: Truancy Crimes

Robert Kraft Solicitation Charge, Florida Massage Parlors

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft was charged with soliciting prostitution at a Florida massage parlor as part of a wider human trafficking investigation. The hosts discuss the prevalence of Chinese-operated massage parlors in Florida and note a local "Chinese pizzeria" in Des Moines called Fong's Pizza.

Marceaux for Governor
Episode 221 1:20:59 - 1:27:58

221: Marceaux for Governor

Joy Behar, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Al Gore Allegations

A segment from The Joy Behar Show featuring Jennifer Love Hewitt is analyzed for its discussion of Al Gore's massage parlor allegations. Behar dismisses the claims as "baloney," while the conversation devolves into a debate about "happy endings" and the social dynamics of oral sex. The hosts interpret the segment as a "beta test" for cultural memes regarding the withholding of sex in relationships.

Cloudbusting
Episode 130 13:52 - 16:27

130: Cloudbusting

Orgone Energy Experiments and Coca-Cola Can Trick

A simple experiment involving an empty Coca-Cola can is suggested to demonstrate Orgone energy, where placing a finger inside the coated can allegedly produces a sensation of warmth. The effect is attributed to the layering of insulators, similar to how stacking different fabrics like silk and wool can influence body temperature.