Topic: Scott Smith

The practice of deconstructing high-profile podcasts like those of Tucker Carlson and Dave Smith is defended against listener criticism. The hosts argue that podcasting has become a dominant media force that requires the same scrutiny as traditional news outlets. They emphasize that disagreement between co-hosts is essential for a productive program, citing a quote often associated with PBS NewsHour.

Loudoun County School Board member Beth Barts resigned amid a recall petition and a lawsuit involving an alleged sexual assault in a school restroom. Parent Scott Smith alleges his daughter was raped by a "gender-fluid" student, an incident he claims the board attempted to cover up.

The hosts read the final list of donors for the Thanksgiving episode, including "Earl at Large" Dreb Scott. A discussion about Canadian pharmacies reveals that the combination of codeine and aspirin is no longer easily available over the counter. The segment concludes with final "F-cancer" and "Jobs" karma blasts for the listeners.

The hosts examine the lack of appointed ambassadors in the Trump administration and the public frustrations of long-term diplomats like Dana Smith. They continue their critique of Scott Pelley's editorial direction at CBS News.

Michael Mann discussed his testimony before the House Science Committee, where he was the sole witness representing the scientific consensus against three "contrarian" witnesses. Mann criticized the Trump administration, specifically EPA head Scott Pruitt and Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, for their ties to the fossil fuel industry and their rejection of human-caused climate change data.