Topic: Revenge

Media outlets are focusing on a "revenge" narrative regarding Donald Trump's potential second term. A CNN clip featuring former Attorney General Eric Holder describes the dangers of a president using the DOJ to target political enemies—a scenario the hosts argue is exactly what the current administration has done to Trump. The segment concludes with a critique of the word "democracy," which the hosts claim the founding fathers viewed as "mobocracy."

President Trump suggests that even "bigger stories" are coming regarding the unmasking scandal and the Obama administration's conduct. The hosts trace Trump's motivation back to the 2011 White House Correspondents' Dinner, where Obama publicly ridiculed him. They believe Trump has been strategically holding onto evidence to ensure maximum political impact.

A critique of the film "Equalizer 2" starring Denzel Washington explores the tropes of the revenge genre and Hong Kong-style action cinema. The hosts discuss the repetitive nature of movie explosions and the "limping into the sunset" hero archetype.

Jean-Claude Juncker and Angela Merkel express differing views on the timeline for the UK's departure from the EU. Juncker demands an immediate exit to discourage other nations, while Merkel warns of long-term consequences. The hosts suggest that the EU will seek "revenge" on the UK to maintain the integrity of the remaining 27 member states.

The massive leak of private celebrity photos, known as "The Fappening," is being framed by activists like Lena Dunham as a sex crime equivalent to rape. This framing is viewed as a potential precursor to new legislation that could be used to censor internet traffic and restrict free speech under the guise of stopping "unlawful content." The hosts argue the event is being used to establish government control over network traffic.

California is introducing legislation to criminalize "revenge porn," the act of posting intimate photos of an ex-partner without consent. The hosts analyze an interview with activist Holly Jacobs, suggesting the law might be a "front" to prevent the leak of politically damaging photos (similar to Abu Ghraib). They argue that the term "domestic violence" is being overextended to cover non-violent digital acts.

A listener's request for "revenge sex karma" following a divorce leads to a discussion about the prevalence of "swinger" culture in Salt Lake City, Utah. John Dvorak shares an anecdote about a friend who became involved in the scene. The hosts express amusement and skepticism regarding the "predator couples" reportedly operating in the region.