Topic: Prints

A lawsuit filed by a former Campbell's Soup employee alleges that an executive made disparaging remarks about the company's products, including claims of using 3D-printed or bioengineered chicken. While Campbell's denies the claims as "patently absurd," the Florida Attorney General has opened an investigation into the company's products.

Concerned about the loss of digital memories, the hosts recommend printing physical photos at Costco. They propose "MillennialVault.com," a service that would print and store digital photos for a generation that relies solely on social media platforms like Instagram.

A personal account of a dental procedure highlights the use of 3D imaging and printing for creating crowns. The dentist noted that while the software is being marketed as "AI," it is actually standard modeling technology that has been in use for years, illustrating the trend of "AI-washing" existing products.

In a recent interview, Warren Buffett characterized tariffs as a form of economic warfare that inevitably impacts consumer prices. He noted that while technology changes the landscape, the long-term trend of higher prices is primarily driven by government money printing. Buffett emphasized that political compromises in Washington often lead to persistent inflationary pressures over decades.

John C. Dvorak provides the "Tip of the Day," suggesting listeners purchase signed prints from conservative cartoonist Ben Garrison. The show closes with an "End of Show Mix" featuring clips of Joe Biden's gaffes and news reports from the Trump assassination attempt, produced by the show's community of remixers.

Companies are developing modular platforms to 3D print meat using cells collected from live animals and "bio-ink" to replicate muscle and fat structures. Simultaneously, authorities in the Netherlands are proposing a tax of seven euros per kilo on red meat to offset perceived healthcare costs. The Dutch government claims red meat consumption leads to increased instances of illness that burden the public health system.

Author Douglas Murray discusses the "extraordinary moment" of the AI pause letter on Fox News. He references Garry Kasparov’s 1997 loss to Deep Blue, suggesting that computers have moved from calculating to thinking. Murray compares the AI revolution to the invention of the printing press, while the hosts disagree with his assessment of computer "thinking."

Ukraine is transitioning from old Soviet systems to Western weaponry as parts for S-300 air defense and older tanks become scarce, sometimes necessitating 3D printing for repairs. The Biden administration continues to refuse requests for long-range ATACMS missiles, citing concerns that they represent a "red line" for the Kremlin and could lead to escalation. Despite Ukrainian promises not to strike inside Russian territory, U.S. officials remain cautious about providing weapons with a 180-mile range.

The U.S. government's continued high-level spending is characterized as an application of Modern Monetary Theory. Despite passing massive bills like the Inflation Reduction Act and the CARES Act, significant portions of previously allocated funds remain unspent, leading to questions about the necessity of new debt.

A company called Jiminy's is marketing cricket-based protein for dogs to reduce their "carbon paw print." The advertisement claims that the 36 billion pounds of traditional animal protein consumed by US dogs is unsustainable and that insect protein is a more humane alternative.

The segment highlights recent fan-submitted artwork and new merchandise available at the No Agenda Shop, including 32-inch canvas posters and koozies. The hosts credit various artists like Comic Strip Blogger and Darren O'Neill for their contributions to the show's visual identity.

Israeli company Redefine Meat has partnered with European importers to distribute 3D-printed "meat" cuts made from soy, pea protein, and coconut fat. A new factory in the Netherlands uses large-scale printers to recreate the texture and marbling of traditional steak. The hosts express skepticism about the product's appeal and suggest that the industry should have started with simpler 3D-printed foods like candy to build consumer trust.

A 40-year-old clip of economist Milton Friedman explains that inflation is exclusively produced in Washington D.C. through the control of the money supply. Friedman argues that governments often blame greedy businessmen, unions, or foreign entities for rising prices to avoid responsibility for the printing of excess currency. An anecdote regarding the Confederate War illustrates how stopping the printing presses can immediately halt inflationary trends.

A new report indicates that an average of two local newspapers go out of business every week in the United States. This trend has left 70 million Americans living in "news deserts" with little to no local news organization coverage. The hosts suggest that while official journalism is declining, unofficial local reporting continues to exist.

A shooting incident in Washington, D.C., involving a sniper-style setup near schools and embassies leads to a discussion on firearm modifications. The conversation focuses on "Glock switches" and auto-sears, noting that despite strict gun laws in the capital, such devices are increasingly accessible through 3D printing.

IKEA launches a "Taste the Future" recruitment campaign in Europe, offering job candidates 3D-printed plant-based meatballs during interviews. The hosts mock the initiative as part of a broader trend toward normalizing "bug food" and meat alternatives.

NPR reported on the first "owner-occupied" 3D printed Habitat for Humanity home in Williamsburg, Virginia. Adam Curry describes seeing similar "automated mud flappers" in action, noting that the technology primarily prints the cement walls but not the roof or doors. The hosts critique the media hype surrounding the "first" status of the project.

The 2022 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) features new categories such as food technology and space tech. Companies are showcasing 3D printers capable of producing plant-based meat alternatives, while Amazon expands its presence in the healthcare sector with its pharmacy division. Critics question the classification of "impossible pork" and other food products as consumer electronics.

The hosts discuss claims that 40% of all U.S. dollars ever created were printed in the last 24 months. They criticize the Federal Reserve's use of terms like "tapering" and "transitory" to describe inflation, arguing that these words are "toxic" and misleading. The discussion focuses on the shift from a deflationary spiral to the current period of high consumer prices.

The CDP whistleblower reveals that retail associates are being outfitted with recording name tags to analyze sales performance using Natural Language Processing (NLP). Other developments include the rise of voice printing in customer service centers and the normalization of biometric implants in Sweden. Samsung is also noted for integrating health status and COVID passes into its mobile ecosystem.