Topic: Polk County

5 chapters across the catalog

Lunar Economy
Episode 1872 22:01 - 26:25

1872: Lunar Economy

Teen Takeovers, Chicago Curfew Debates

Law enforcement officials in Florida and Chicago address the "teen takeover" trend driven by social media, where large groups of juveniles gather to vandalize businesses. Polk County authorities threaten to arrest parents for their children's conduct. In Chicago, Police Superintendent Larry Snelling and local aldermen push for stricter curfews despite opposition from Mayor Brandon Johnson.

Artificial Indian
Episode 1725 2:21:37 - 2:24:24

1725: Artificial Indian

Florida Self-Defense, Carjacking Press Conferences

Sheriff Grady Judd of Polk County, Florida, defended the actions of a citizen who shot a carjacker, stating that violent criminals should expect to be met with force. Another incident in Bradenton involved a homeowner fatally shooting an intruder, with local law enforcement praising the resident's right to protect his family. These cases are contrasted with stricter self-defense laws in states like California.

White Tears
Episode 1256 2:54:40 - 2:57:04

1256: White Tears

Polk County Sheriff, Show Sign-Off

The Polk County Sheriff in Florida issued a warning to potential looters, encouraging residents to use their firearms to "blow you back out of the house" if someone attempts a break-in. The show concludes with a sign-off from Austin and Northern Silicon Valley, promising a return on Sunday.

Thanks Obama!
Episode 807 2:19:45 - 2:21:24

807: Thanks Obama!

Sheriff Grady Judd vs. Tim Cook

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd publicly threatened to "lock the rascal up," referring to Apple CEO Tim Cook, if the company refused to comply with a court order to unlock a phone in a local criminal case. Judd argued that no business model should allow a CEO to be above the law.

Episode 518 1:34:05 - 1:39:25

518: Hot Scene

Eyelock Retinal Scans, TED Talk and Polio Eradication

Polk County Schools in Florida implemented a trial of "EyeSwipe" retinal scanners on school buses without prior parental notification. The technology was promoted at a TED conference by Eyelock's chief strategist, who claimed that ending identity theft through biometrics could save enough money to fund the Gates Foundation's efforts to eradicate polio.