Topic: Renaming

4 chapters across the catalog

Dummy Placebo
Episode 1258 2:40:46 - 2:42:04

1258: Dummy Placebo

Lou Dobbs, Washington and Lee University Renaming

Lou Dobbs mocked a Washington Post op-ed suggesting that Washington and Lee University should be renamed because its namesakes "perpetrated racial terror." The segment highlighted the accelerating pace of cancel culture and the targeting of foundational American historical figures. The commentary emphasized the absurdity of applying modern standards to 18th and 19th-century figures.

Noodle Nation
Episode 1250 2:14:46 - 2:18:48

1250: Noodle Nation

David Petraeus and the Biden Welcome Center

General David Petraeus penned an editorial supporting the renaming of military bases, arguing they should not be named after those who fought against the Union. In response, Kayleigh McEnany questioned where the line should be drawn, citing Joe Biden's past praise for segregationists and his opposition to busing in the 1970s. She concluded by asking if the "Biden Welcome Center" should also be renamed based on these historical standards.

Dustbin of History
Episode 780 2:25:26 - 2:26:44

780: Dustbin of History

Lynch Memorial Hall, Campus Renaming Demands

Students at Lebanon Valley College in Pennsylvania are demanding the renaming of Lynch Memorial Hall due to the word "lynch" having racial overtones. The building was actually named after a former college president, but students are calling for his first name to be added or for the name to be changed entirely. This is presented as another example of hypersensitivity on college campuses.