Topic: Pronouns

77 chapters across the catalog

FLOP30
Episode 1819 1:49:07 - 1:55:03

1819: FLOP30

TikTok Cultural Trends, Thanksgiving and Pronouns

Recent TikTok trends feature users expressing anxiety over attending Thanksgiving dinners with "MAGA" relatives and debating the use of gender pronouns. One viral video featured a mother claiming her four-year-old child corrected a family member's pronoun usage, leading to a critique of "shitty boomer parents." These clips are analyzed as symptoms of ongoing social trauma and the performative nature of the platform.

Keyboard Warrior
Episode 1807 1:34:06 - 1:38:08

1807: Keyboard Warrior

Public School Transitions, Catholic School Enrollment

A family in Durango, Colorado, moved their children to a Catholic school after discovering that seven-year-olds were transitioning genders in their public school second-grade class. The parents reported an immediate positive change in their children's behavior and academic focus. Separately, an employer notes that recent college graduates lack basic skills like addressing a physical letter.

Home Depotation
Episode 1771 53:35 - 57:18

1771: Home Depotation

Gender Identity Anecdote, Children and Pronouns

A viral clip features a woman describing an interaction with a five-year-old girl at a mall who asked if she was a boy or a girl. The woman explained she is a girl who simply likes comfortable boys' clothes, a response that relieved the child's mother. The anecdote is presented as a model for addressing gender with children without using confusing pronouns or political indoctrination.

The Blurt
Episode 1736 2:24:52 - 2:27:50

1736: The Blurt

"Unleashed" Trump Supporters, Gay and Black Voters

Viral clips show gay and black Trump supporters expressing satisfaction with the new administration's focus on meritocracy and border enforcement. One gay man stated he is glad to no longer worry about pronouns, while a child of legal immigrants supported the deportation of those who entered illegally. Conversely, "hater" clips continue to circulate, with some activists comparing Trump supporters to Nazis.

Artificial Indian
Episode 1725 2:43:19 - 2:52:21

1725: Artificial Indian

TikTok Social Commentary, Gender Identity Disputes

A series of TikTok clips highlights cultural trends regarding gender identity, including a trans-identified individual seeking a refund after being "misgendered" at a winery. Another report details a biological male serving time in a California women's prison who was charged with raping fellow inmates, despite a judge ruling he must be referred to with female pronouns. The hosts characterize these social media rants as a peak of modern narcissism.

Blue Bracelet
Episode 1711 36:06 - 38:40

1711: Blue Bracelet

Julie Roginsky, Common Sense and Democratic Party Communication

Democratic strategist Julie Roginsky criticized her party on CNN for failing to use "common sense" language when speaking to voters. She cited the use of terms like "Latinx" and the obsession with pronouns as alienating to normal people. Roginsky argued that the party's focus on virtue signaling and academic jargon has created a disconnect with the working class.

Blue Bracelet
Episode 1711 38:40 - 40:54

1711: Blue Bracelet

LinkedIn Pronouns, DEI and Social Media Stalking

The prevalence of pronouns on professional platforms like LinkedIn is discussed as a symptom of "woke" corporate culture. One host claims LinkedIn now prompts users to set pronouns upon login, leading to a discussion on the performative nature of these features. The segment includes banter about "stalking" profiles and the rejection of DEI mandates.

Umpty Ump
Episode 1709 2:20:12 - 2:23:50

1709: Umpty Ump

Demon Pronouns, Non-Binary TikTok Couple

A TikTok video featuring a non-binary couple using "demon/demonself" pronouns is discussed as an example of extreme gender identity trends. The hosts mock the complexity of the language and suggest reviving the "Tech Grouch" character to provide a satirical foil to such content. The segment explores the "lack of humor" in modern identity politics.

Pronoun Journey
Episode 1695 1:34:56 - 1:37:31

1695: Pronoun Journey

Neopronoun Usage and Mental Health Warnings

A social media video provides a tutorial on using neopronouns such as "ze," "per," and "thon." The creator advises users to ensure they are in a stable mental state before engaging with others to avoid the distress of being misgendered. The segment concludes with a satirical "good luck on your pronoun journey" sign-off.

It's The Boyfriend
Episode 1671 2:01:34 - 2:07:22

1671: It's The Boyfriend

UI Health LGBTQ+ Award, Queer Care, Pronoun Pins

University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics (UI Health) received an award for leadership in "LGBTQ+ healthcare equality." Hospital representatives defined "queer care" as an inclusive approach that focuses on avoiding misgendering and using correct pronouns. The designation is based on foundational practices, employee benefits, and the use of pronoun pins to create a welcoming environment for patients.

The Meloni
Episode 1670 1:52:29 - 1:57:11

1670: The Meloni

Ten Commandments in Louisiana Schools, California Pronoun Law

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed a law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in every public classroom. The hosts suggest this is a tactical move to counter the presence of pride flags. Meanwhile, California is considering a law that would ban schools from notifying parents if a child changes their pronouns, which critics argue undermines parental rights.

ungreen
Episode 1659 16:20 - 20:25

1659: ungreen

Gender Pronouns, BBC Grammar and Target Pride Backlash

A discussion on the evolution of the term queer and the use of they/them pronouns focuses on perceived grammatical inconsistencies in BBC reporting. The segment also notes that Target is reportedly removing LGBTQ-themed merchandise from select locations following a drop in sales and customer confrontations during the previous year's Pride Month.

Shock Opera
Episode 1644 1:29:17 - 1:32:10

1644: Shock Opera

Internal Conflicts Within the LGBTQ Community

Discussions regarding gender identity and pronouns are reportedly causing friction within the LGBTQ community, with some members calling for a separation of sexual orientation from gender identity. Critics within the community argue that the "glamorization" of trans identity among teenagers is a social trend rather than a biological reality. This internal debate highlights a growing "revolution" against current queer theory and its impact on children.

Super Duper
Episode 1636 1:43:27 - 1:44:52

1636: Super Duper

Teacher Fired Over Student Gender Privacy Policy

Jessica Tapia, a teacher at Jurupa Valley High School, was fired for refusing to comply with a school policy requiring teachers to hide students' gender transitions and pronoun preferences from their parents. Tapia argued that withholding such information is a form of lying and violates the fundamental right of parents to be involved in their children's emotional and physical development.

Janky
Episode 1604 2:10:35 - 2:15:03

1604: Janky

TikTok Misgendering Stunt and Free Food Gimmicks

A viral TikTok video featuring a person complaining about being called "sir" in high-end restaurants is analyzed as a potential staged stunt. The individual in the video repeatedly calls for managers after being "misgendered," leading to speculation that the goal is to receive free meals. The segment highlights how restaurants are often afraid of going viral for the wrong reasons on social media.

Honorifics
Episode 1597 2:44:36 - 2:50:58

1597: Honorifics

Senator John Kennedy Grills Judicial Nominee on Pronouns

Senator John Kennedy questioned judicial nominee Mustafa Kasheubai regarding a court order that invited participants to declare their pronouns and "honorifics" such as "Mix." Kennedy also challenged the nominee on an article where he suggested setting aside "conventional ideas of proof" when dealing with issues of equity, diversity, and inclusion. The nominee defended the statements as being related to interpersonal respect rather than legal standards.

Bin Police
Episode 1595 2:46:18 - 2:51:56

1595: Bin Police

TikTok Deconstruction, Pronoun Discourse

A series of TikTok clips are deconstructed, including a viral video questioning Elon Musk's wealth distribution and a person expressing distress over being misgendered at a physical therapy office. The discussion transitions into a critique of modern speech patterns, such as "vocal fry," and the importance of clear consonants in effective communication.

Swedish Fish
Episode 1588 34:19 - 36:10

1588: Swedish Fish

Non-Binary Workplace Dispute, They-dee Terminology

A viral video features a non-binary retail worker who refuses to respond to the greeting "hey ladies" in a female-dominated workplace. The individual introduces the term "they-dee" as a preferred alternative to "lady," sparking a host discussion on the absurdity of modern gender linguistics.

Uptick
Episode 1585 2:46:23 - 2:52:27

1585: Uptick

Transgender Administration in Schools, TikTok Advocacy

School administrators are increasingly implementing systems to track and change student pronouns and "preferred names" on digital devices like Chromebooks, often without parental notification. TikTok videos from trans advocates claim that children as young as four can identify as transgender. This educational shift is being criticized as a form of social engineering that bypasses traditional family structures.

4 No Youth
Episode 1573 31:54 - 34:25

1573: 4 No Youth

CNN Pronoun Apology Regarding Dylan Mulvaney

CNN issued an on-air apology for "misgendering" transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney during a segment about the Bud Light marketing controversy. The hosts mock the apology and the network's insistence on honoring individual identity preferences. They discuss the financial fallout for Anheuser-Busch following the partnership with Mulvaney.