Topic: Pinatas

4 chapters across the catalog

Mooch and Stoll
Episode 1139 45:25 - 49:37

1139: Mooch and Stoll

Anthony Scaramucci's Relationship with Barack Obama

Anthony Scaramucci recalls his history with Barack Obama, whom he attended Harvard Law School with and initially supported financially. He describes a 2010 CNBC Town Hall where he asked Obama when he would stop hitting Wall Street with a "pinata stick," leading to a sharp public rebuttal from the President. Scaramucci notes that the exchange resulted in him being lampooned by Jon Stewart on The Daily Show.

Post Racial
Episode 1064 22:09 - 23:52

1064: Post Racial

Mexico Crude Oil Exports and Trade Balances

Crude oil remains Mexico's largest export to the United States, totaling approximately $49 billion. Discussion focuses on how the U.S. relies heavily on oil from Canada and Mexico while frequently criticizing Middle Eastern suppliers. The new trade negotiations are framed as a way to leverage these oil dependencies against each other.

Blue Waffles
Episode 758 2:32:24 - 2:33:52

758: Blue Waffles

Donald Trump Pinatas, Hispanic Heritage Month

In San Francisco's Mission District, organizers celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by bashing piñatas made in the likeness of Donald Trump. The event was framed as a humorous response to Trump's comments on immigration, though the segment notes a media double standard regarding depictions of violence against political figures.

Tesla Dome
Episode 336 1:29:27 - 1:33:00

336: Tesla Dome

Personal Anecdotes, Hot Peppers, Uggs vs Crocs

Adam Curry recounts his birthday celebration involving Mexican pinatas and an unfortunate encounter with extremely hot peppers. The hosts engage in a lighthearted debate over footwear, specifically Ugg boots versus Crocs. The segment concludes with the "knighting" of long-time supporter David Koss, who is elevated to the No Agenda Roundtable.