Topic: Philip Seymour Hoffman

2 chapters across the catalog

Tangible Things
Episode 639 1:38:37 - 1:42:01

639: Tangible Things

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, 9/11 Controversy, and Movie PR

The hosts critique a "fabricated" controversy surrounding a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie poster that featured an exploding skyscraper and a September 11th release date in Australia. They argue Paramount Pictures created the story for free publicity. They also mention a Philip Seymour Hoffman movie trailer that uses a reference to heroin to grab attention.

Velveeta Shortage!
Episode 588 1:29:51 - 1:34:02

588: Velveeta Shortage!

Philip Seymour Hoffman Death and the Heroin-Fentanyl Crisis

Following the breaking news of actor Philip Seymour Hoffman's death, the hosts discuss a surge in heroin overdoses linked to fentanyl-laced batches. They note the arrest of Senator Mark Udall's son for heroin possession and reports of "deadly batches" in Maryland. The discussion links the increased heroin supply to the ongoing military presence in Afghanistan's poppy fields.