Topic: Roseanne Barr

17 chapters across the catalog

Jell-No!
Episode 1852 48:29 - 53:00

1852: Jell-No!

Roseanne Barr, British Royal Family, Global Banking

Roseanne Barr appeared on Tim Pool's podcast to claim the British Royal Family and the City of London are the true powers behind global conflicts and money laundering. She cited Prince Andrew's connection to Jeffrey Epstein as evidence of systemic corruption. The discussion explores the theory that thirteen royal families control central banks and international financial policy through the Bank for International Settlements.

Stimming
Episode 1802 2:03:46 - 2:08:34

1802: Stimming

Jimmy Kimmel, ABC Late Night Controversy

Jimmy Kimmel returned to the air after a brief hiatus, drawing 6.2 million viewers but only a 0.8% rating in the key advertising demographic. The discussion highlights Kimmel's past defense of ABC firing Roseanne Barr, contrasting it with his current complaints about government pressure on broadcasters. Kimmel claimed the government has no right to regulate what is said on television, despite the reality of FCC standards and practices for broadcast licensees.

Soros Stooge
Episode 1800 4:33 - 12:46

1800: Soros Stooge

Adam Curry Encounters Roseanne Barr and Katie Hopkins in Fredericksburg

Adam Curry recounts a chance meeting at the Arch Ray winery in Fredericksburg, Texas, with a group including Roseanne Barr, Katie Hopkins, Laura Logan, and J6 defendant Luke Coffey. Curry describes Barr's unique "wrist-shake" greeting and notes that younger restaurant staff failed to recognize the former sitcom star. The segment includes an anecdote from Coffey regarding his past experiences as a comedy writer in Hollywood and the personal tragedy that led to his use of a crutch.

ungreen
Episode 1659 1:24:51 - 1:27:56

1659: ungreen

Roseanne Barr, Value for Value Concept

Comedian Roseanne Barr discussed the concept of "value for value" on Megyn Kelly's podcast, arguing that the current financial system has made traditional money obsolete. The hosts claim this validates their long-standing economic model of direct listener support.

Killer Clown
Episode 1536 5:14 - 10:32

1536: Killer Clown

Roseanne Barr Encounter, Alex Jones and Handshake Etiquette

An encounter with Roseanne Barr at the Comedy Mothership in Austin leads to confusion regarding her residency in Fredericksburg, Texas, as previously claimed by Alex Jones. Barr's physical stature and unique "wrist-shaking" greeting style are noted, with speculation that she may suffer from a painful palm ailment common among politicians. A comparison is drawn between Barr's distinctive laugh during the comedy sets and a past experience with a boisterous Liza Minnelli on the Concorde.

Proof Trump is Broke
Episode 1052 48:42 - 53:57

1052: Proof Trump is Broke

Russian Social Media Influence, NFL Protests, Digital Missiles

A PBS report details how the Internet Research Agency allegedly used fake social media accounts to stoke American tensions regarding the NFL protests and Roseanne Barr. These activities are framed by some officials as a threat to critical infrastructure, while others dismiss the impact of "digital missiles" consisting of tweets and $100,000 in advertising. The discussion highlights the history of US interference in foreign elections as a counterpoint.

Pardon Me
Episode 1040 1:01:11 - 1:03:18

1040: Pardon Me

No Agenda Art and Producer Contributions

The hosts credit Illuminadia for the episode's album art, which humorously links Ambien to the "racism center" of the brain following the Roseanne Barr controversy. They acknowledge the high professional caliber of their "producers," noting that many listeners are biochemists, Eagle Scouts, and military personnel.

Bot Cops
Episode 1039 28:09 - 31:06

1039: Bot Cops

Roseanne Barr Twitter Controversy and ABC Show Cancellation

ABC canceled the top-rated "Roseanne" revival following a racist tweet by Roseanne Barr directed at former Obama aide Valerie Jarrett. Despite the show being the network's first number-one program in over two decades, executives at Disney and ABC determined the offensive content made the production untenable.

Bot Cops
Episode 1039 34:53 - 37:39

1039: Bot Cops

Ambien Side Effects and Sanofi Pharmaceutical Response

Roseanne Barr's claim that her controversial tweets were the result of taking Ambien prompted a public rebuttal from the drug's manufacturer, Sanofi, stating that racism is not a known side effect. The hosts review the actual clinical side effects of the sedative, including sleepwalking, memory loss, and "emotional blunting."

Bot Cops
Episode 1039 40:58 - 42:23

1039: Bot Cops

Hollywood Job Losses and Valerie Jarrett Lizard Theory

The cancellation of "Roseanne" left hundreds of crew members and writers unemployed, a fact the hosts note received more media attention than similar layoffs on conservative-leaning shows. A satirical aside suggests that if Barr had referred to Valerie Jarrett as a "lizard" rather than using racial tropes, she might have avoided the same level of backlash.

Sun Burps
Episode 1021 1:42:50 - 1:48:44

1021: Sun Burps

Roseanne Reboot Success, ABC Heartland Strategy, and New York Times Criticism

ABC's reboot of "Roseanne" achieved massive ratings, which the network attributes to a "Heartland strategy" aimed at reaching overlooked voters in Middle America. The New York Times published an op-ed criticizing the show for "normalizing" Donald Trump, while Fox News hosts praised it as a breath of fresh air. The hosts discuss the cultural divide between coastal media elites and the show's target audience.

Undercount of Color
Episode 1020 49:42 - 54:38

1020: Undercount of Color

Roseanne Barr, ABC Sitcom Revival Ratings

The revival of the Roseanne sitcom on ABC achieved massive ratings, particularly among younger audiences. The hosts attribute the success to the show's depiction of a pro-Trump working-class family, which resonates with viewers who feel ignored by mainstream Hollywood. They compare the situation to the cancellation of Tim Allen's show and discuss the internal friction between Roseanne Barr and her reportedly liberal writing staff.

#deletethebag
Episode 1019 2:38:09 - 2:41:49

1019: #deletethebag

Roseanne Barr on Jimmy Kimmel, Political Polarization

Roseanne Barr appeared on *Jimmy Kimmel Live* to promote the revival of her sitcom, challenging Kimmel's liberal stance by stating that the left has "moved so far out" they lost the middle class. Barr defended her support for President Trump and argued that Americans should want the president to succeed regardless of their vote. She also mocked the media's portrayal of Mike Pence as a "nutjob," suggesting it is a tactic to prevent Trump's impeachment.

Mavericks of Media
Episode 268 1:58:17 - 2:02:25

268: Mavericks of Media

Roseanne Barr and Joy Behar on Capitalism

Roseanne Barr appeared on Joy Behar's program to promote her book and criticize the capitalist system, despite having earned millions through it. Barr also criticized Oprah Winfrey for not dedicating more programming to the flaws of capitalism. The hosts note the irony of Barr and conservative Ted Nugent finding common ground during a joint appearance on Anderson Cooper 360, suggesting that book promotion often leads to unusual political alignments.