Topic: Sarah Harris

8 chapters across the catalog

Tokyo Rose
Episode 1820 0:00 - 12:00

1820: Tokyo Rose

Thanksgiving History, Lincoln Proclamation, and Presidential Turkey Pardons

A deconstruction of Thanksgiving origins challenges the traditional pilgrim narrative, attributing the modern holiday to an 1863 proclamation by Abraham Lincoln influenced by magazine editor Sarah Josepha Hale. The history of the presidential turkey pardon is traced from Harry Truman's grain conservation efforts to the formal tradition established by George H.W. Bush in 1989. Mention is made of John F. Kennedy's 1963 informal sparing of a turkey just days before his assassination.

Equity Hotel
Episode 1415 55:57 - 57:38

1415: Equity Hotel

Texas Teacher Arrested for Putting Son in Car Trunk

Sarah Beam, a Cypress Falls High School teacher, was charged with child endangerment after putting her 13-year-old son in her car trunk at a COVID-19 testing site. Beam allegedly told officials she did not want to be exposed to her son, who had tested positive for the virus. She has been placed on administrative leave following her release on a $1,500 bond.

Showly
Episode 1159 1:31:16 - 1:32:55

1159: Showly

Dame Sarah Harris, Australian Media Presence

The hosts discuss Dame Sarah Harris, a prominent Australian television personality who hosts a morning show. They note her occasional interactions with the podcast on Twitter and her willingness to engage with the show's community despite her mainstream media status.

Bug Juice
Episode 891 1:45:24 - 1:47:58

891: Bug Juice

Australia Tour, Studio 10 Television Invite

Adam Curry has been invited to appear as a guest panelist on the Australian morning show "Studio 10" during his upcoming tour of Australia. The show's executive producer and host Sarah Harris are regular listeners of the podcast.

Dangerous Speech
Episode 798 2:40:54 - 2:44:18

798: Dangerous Speech

Dame Sarah Harris and Knighting Ceremony

Australian morning show host Sarah Harris is officially "damed" as a Black Knight of the No Agenda Roundtable after a previous administrative oversight. The ceremony includes the traditional reading of the "Hookers & Blow" list for new knights and dames who have contributed $1,000 or more to the program.

Laptop Bomb
Episode 797 2:37:14 - 2:38:33

797: Laptop Bomb

Sarah Harris Pregnancy, Australian Media Body Shaming

Australian television host Sarah Harris, a producer of the show, addressed body shaming directed at pregnant women during a broadcast on Channel 10. Harris expressed pride in her body and dismissed critics who commented on her appearance. The segment highlights the show's significant following among media professionals in Australia.

Trump Head
Episode 795 1:08:05 - 1:13:16

795: Trump Head

Producer Credits and Dog Deodorant Promotion

The hosts read a series of donation notes, including one from Australian journalist Sarah Harris and another from a producer promoting "Dog Deodor," a product designed to remove odors from pets. Several listeners reached the level of "Knighthood" through their contributions. The segment includes a humorous look at a YouTube advertisement for the dog deodorant product.

Shemita Cycle
Episode 756 1:18:52 - 1:21:20

756: Shemita Cycle

Sarah Palin, MSNBC Feminist Defense and Rick Perry Exit

In a rare moment, MSNBC's Melissa Harris-Perry offered a defense of Sarah Palin, acknowledging that she "owned herself" despite policy differences. Meanwhile, Rick Perry became the first major candidate to drop out of the 2016 Republican race after 97 days due to a lack of funding. The hosts joke about Perry's "Adios mofo" exit and his struggle to compete with Trump.