Topic: Pizza

The hosts conduct a formal knighting ceremony for Peter Goodall, Sir Ako, and Sir Slow & Steady. They also appoint new Secretaries General for Greater Idaho and the "Wand of Wabbits," directing them to the official ring website for their certificates.

John C. Dvorak provides a culinary tip recommending Colgin Hickory Liquid Smoke as a versatile seasoning. He suggests using it in spaghetti and pizza sauces to create a "smoked tomato" flavor or as a shortcut for making pulled pork in a standard oven. The tip is noted for its ability to add depth to dishes without becoming bitter.

U.S. Capitol Police are investigating a series of unsolicited pizza deliveries to the homes of multiple lawmakers and law enforcement leaders. Authorities view these incidents as a form of targeted harassment intended to signal that the perpetrators know the private addresses of public officials. The "heightened threat landscape" has prompted increased security for both Democrats and Republicans.

A host describes attending a meetup at Violeta Pizza in an industrial part of Oakland. The event coincided with the restaurant's "heart opening," which saw significant lines of customers despite a lack of public advertising. The pizza is praised for its crust, sauce, and quality cheeses, though the absence of a pineapple topping was noted.

Jeff Eberens, a former Louisville police officer, donated $333 after resigning due to poor leadership in the department. He moved his family to a 20-acre farm in Kentucky's bourbon country and became a part-owner of "Bear No's Pizza." Adam Curry provides a professional voiceover endorsement for the pizza location as requested.

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy recorded a phone call with Washington Post reporter Emily Heil, accusing her of "tortious interference." Heil had emailed sponsors of Portnoy's "Pizza Fest," describing him as a misogynist and racist to solicit negative comments. Portnoy exposed the reporter's tactics as tabloid journalism intended to intimidate advertisers and damage his business.

The hosts review the listener-submitted artwork for the previous episode, discussing various entries including "Pizza Bigotry" and "Tranny Fluid" (a Bud Light satire). They ultimately selected "Media Colada" for its high production quality and its reference to a show segment about pineapple pizza. They emphasize the importance of unique art for every episode to maintain listener engagement.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak perform a formal knighthood ceremony for Sir William Reveal and Sir Richard of Northern Smilon. The new knights are granted traditional (and humorous) roundtable perks, including "Hookers and Blow" and "Whitey's Ice Cream."

NPR utilizes "embedded content modules" in its podcasts to bypass strict radio regulations regarding native advertising. While traditional broadcasts are limited to simple sponsorship credits, the podcast format allows for more integrated promotional segments, such as a recent ad for a Mexican-style taco pizza. This distinction allows the network to monetize digital content more aggressively than over-the-air signals.

Taco Bell is launching "Mexican Pizza: The Musical" on TikTok featuring Dolly Parton and Doja Cat to celebrate the return of the menu item. This follows a suspicious two-minute segment on NPR that appeared to be an undisclosed native advertisement. The discussion also critiques Taco Bell's experimental menu items, such as their "mealy" seasoned french fries.

The hosts identify a two-minute segment on NPR about the return of Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza as a "native ad." The piece features comedian Rima Parikh discussing the item's popularity among South Asian Americans. The hosts argue the segment's precise timing and promotional content violate NPR's traditional journalistic standards.

The return of the onion grinder at a Texas Costco is hailed as an economic indicator of society reopening. This leads to a lighthearted debate over hot dog toppings and the controversial inclusion of pineapple on pizza. One host recounts being converted to "Hawaiian pizza" years ago, while the other maintains it is grounds for divorce.

A six-day lockdown in South Australia was cut short after it was revealed that "Patient Zero" lied to contact tracers about his link to a pizza shop. The government had initially claimed a new "super strain" of the virus was spreading via pizza boxes, leading to the hashtag #PizzaGateSA.

Reports come in from various listener meetups in California, including a gathering in Buellton that featured a diverse group of professionals such as ship technicians, firefighters, and park rangers. The hosts discuss the logistics of international donations, specifically a new transfer system being tested by an Australian producer.

Malena Thunberg, mother of Greta Thunberg and a professional opera singer, appeared in a surreal Swedish supermarket advertisement involving dancers in masks. The performance features her wailing in a dramatic style while promoting frozen pizza. The clip is cited as evidence of the theatrical background within the Thunberg family.

The hosts discuss a perceived shift in millennial behavior, noting a preference for online interactions over direct phone calls, even for simple tasks like ordering pizza. They link this "non-confrontational" vibe to the adoption of terms like "unhoused" to describe the homeless population. This "new-speak" is criticized as a form of performative compassion that fails to address the underlying issues of urban decay.

A former writer for Ars Technica, known as "Dr. Pizza," was arrested in a pedophile network investigation. The hosts discuss the disturbing nature of the FBI's undercover transcripts, where agents pose as parents to entrap suspects. They comment on the "stereotypical weirdo" appearance of the suspect in tech review videos.

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.

Over 2,250 lawsuits were filed in 2018 against websites for failing to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), targeting companies like Domino's and Michael Kors. Separately, Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed to have taken control of several U.S. drones operating over Syria and Iraq. This claim is viewed with skepticism as a potential precursor to a false flag event or a propaganda effort.

A listener shares an anecdote about "bulldozer parents" who frequently visit elementary school lunchrooms to bring fast food and pizza for their children. One school principal reported that parents dropped off over 3,600 non-essential items and lunches in a single year. This behavior is cited as an extreme example of modern over-parenting that undermines student independence.