Topic: Phoebe

One of the hosts shares an anecdote about tasting their dog's "bacon and egg" flavored cookies, finding them surprisingly palatable. The conversation touches on old tropes about elderly people eating pet food due to poverty. They discuss the variety of high-end pet treats available today, including honey yogurt and rawhide alternatives.

The hosts discuss the "value for value" production model, thanking listeners for providing time, talent, and treasure, including legal analysis and custom artwork. Artist Matt Boivere is credited for the episode's cover art, while the role of the dog Phoebe in the show's dynamic is debated among the audience.

Adam Curry details the adoption of a 78-pound rescue dog named Phoebe, formerly cared for by professional rescue workers. The dog's behavior is described as exceptionally well-trained, contrasting with previous experiences with puppies. The name Phoebe is revealed to be a long-standing tradition in the Curry family, previously used for several Newfoundland dogs.

Sir Cal of Lavender Blossoms suggested using a specific salve for a dog named Phoebe who has dry skin. The segment includes various listener shout-outs, including a "Climate Gate" jingle request from Christy Johnson in Huntington Beach. The value-for-value model is celebrated as the show approaches its 15th anniversary.

While getting a tire repaired, a host socialized a 100-pound dog named Phoebe and discovered the social power of the phrase "she's a rescue." The label reportedly facilitates long conversations with strangers and softens public perception of the large animal. The segment includes a brief interaction with the live chat room regarding the "riveting" nature of the tale.

The hosts review new "In Search Of" (ISO) audio clips, including Greta Thunberg and Judge Jeanine. A tangent develops regarding Adam Curry's backyard, which features astroturf for his new dog, Phoebe. This leads to a brief mention of Scott Adams also having a large astroturf installation.

The 2010 suicide of Phoebe Prince is examined in the context of her prescribed use of Prozac and Seroquel. Claims are made that the anti-bullying narrative surrounding her death obscures the role of psychiatric medication side effects. The discussion notes that the FDA has previously issued warnings regarding antidepressants increasing suicidal ideation in teenagers.