Topic: Phoebe Gates

Phoebe Gates and Sophie Kiani, co-founders of the AI shopping assistant Fia, face allegations of "cookie stuffing" to hijack affiliate commissions. The hosts compare the scheme to the browser extension Honey, noting that the practice involves claiming commissions on sales the assistant did not actually drive. They suggest that Gates may face legal consequences for this form of digital fraud.

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.