3 chapters across the catalog
University of Michigan Sexual Abuse Settlement and Doctor Joke
The University of Michigan agreed to a $490 million settlement with over 1,000 victims of sexual abuse by the late sports doctor Robert Anderson. The victims were primarily male athletes. John C. Dvorak concludes the segment with a classic "morning zoo" style joke about a doctor and a glass rod treatment for hemorrhoids.
CDC Director Robert Redfield, School Reopening Guidance
CDC Director Robert Redfield defended the agency's school reopening guidance during an interview with Anderson Cooper, denying that the CDC is weakening standards under pressure from President Trump. Redfield clarified that the CDC never recommended closing schools and is now providing "tools" rather than new "guidance." The discussion highlights the tension between federal health recommendations and political pressure to resume in-person education.
African Union, Clinton Foundation and Media Distractions
The African Union and several individual nations, including Botswana and Senegal, formally complained about President Trump's remarks. The hosts suggest the controversy might be a distraction from a reported indictment involving the Clinton Foundation and financial issues in Australia. They also mention Anderson Cooper's emotional tribute to Haiti as an example of media theater.
