Topic: Sexual Harassment

Michael Moore makes controversial statements on Bill Maher's show, suggesting Donald Trump's past comments about his daughter Ivanka would require a school teacher to report him as a pedophile. Moore attempts to link Trump to other figures accused of misconduct, including Les Moonves, Roger Ailes, and Bill O'Reilly. The hosts criticize Moore's rhetoric as extreme and borderline libelous.

The hosts discuss the potential for massive lawsuits in California if employers ask prohibited questions about an employee's religious exemptions. They joke about getting jobs just to sue their employers, referencing "embedded scammers" who target companies for legal settlements.

The FDIC is facing renewed scrutiny following reports of widespread sexual harassment and misconduct under the leadership of Chairman Martin Gruenberg. An Inspector General report from 2020 revealed that nearly 200 employees experienced harassment, including incidents at agency-sponsored parties.

Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is targeted by a heckler, Alex Stein, who calls her his "favorite big booty latina" on the steps of the Capitol. Ocasio-Cortez describes the encounter as "sexually threatening, aggressive behavior" and "institutionalized" harassment. The segment captures the viral moment and the subsequent debate over the safety and treatment of female politicians.

A New York State Assembly report found overwhelming evidence that former Governor Andrew Cuomo used state resources for his $5 million book deal. The report also confirmed the manipulation of nursing home death data and multiple instances of sexual harassment.

Mainstream outlets are beginning to acknowledge the authenticity of Hunter Biden's laptop emails, including his attempts to unfreeze Libyan assets for a fee. Simultaneously, CNN's Chris Cuomo faces sexual harassment allegations from a former ABC News boss regarding an incident in 2005.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has resigned following a series of sexual harassment allegations. The hosts play a supercut of media figures previously praising Cuomo as a "hero" and "shadow president" during the pandemic. They discuss the specific testimony of Brittany Commisso, which they believe was the final straw for his administration.

New York Attorney General Letitia James released a 165-page report concluding that Governor Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed 11 women. The report has led to calls for resignation from President Biden and top Democratic leaders, as well as the commencement of impeachment proceedings in the state assembly. The hosts also discuss the conflict of interest involving the governor's brother, CNN anchor Chris Cuomo, who reportedly advised the governor's legal team.

New York Attorney General Letitia James released a report concluding that Governor Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed 11 women. Four district attorneys have launched criminal probes into the allegations, which include non-consensual touching and retaliatory actions against accusers like Lindsay Boylan. Cuomo has rejected calls to resign, blaming "generational differences" for his behavior.

A listener describes the "terrible" quality of mandatory California sexual harassment training. Another producer warns John C. Dvorak that the FCC is introducing a $35 fee for amateur radio license renewals, urging him to renew his expired license during the grace period. A meetup pool party is announced for Raleigh, North Carolina.

A senior partner at Kleiner Perkins, Ray Lane, informed a regular visitor of a sexual harassment complaint filed by a receptionist. The investigation revealed that the individual had a history of making similar claims at multiple companies. The situation was eventually viewed as a targeted attempt to solicit settlements from high-net-worth individuals in the venture capital sector.

The culture at high-end TED conferences is criticized for incidents of harassment and "douchey" behavior by senior tech executives. This is contrasted with an anecdote about Gene Simmons of KISS, who once jumped on a table during an MTV music meeting wearing knee pads. Simmons used the provocative stunt to demand airplay for a record he was producing, which successfully influenced the station's rotation.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo faces allegations from eight women regarding sexual harassment and a toxic work environment. While Cuomo denies the claims, the Democratic party is struggling with his refusal to resign. The hosts suggest that the focus on sexual misconduct serves to distract from Cuomo's controversial nursing home policies during the pandemic.

Former assistant Charlotte Bennett detailed allegations of sexual harassment against New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, claiming he groomed her and made inappropriate sexual propositions. It was also revealed that Cuomo likely had an aide complete his mandatory sexual harassment training for him in 2019.

A discussion on the absurdity of California's workplace harassment laws highlights how simple compliments can lead to corporate lawsuits. The hosts recount experiences from taking a company public on the NASDAQ, where lawyers would wait outside offices to solicit grievances from employees to trigger insurance payouts.

Governor Andrew Cuomo issued a public apology regarding allegations of inappropriate behavior, using a repetitive speaking style similar to President Joe Biden. Critics argue the apology focuses on how victims "felt" rather than his own intent, a hallmark of "social justice" rhetoric. The discussion posits that Cuomo is experiencing a "Hollywood Takedown" as the media establishment distances itself from his nursing home scandal.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo faces intense scrutiny for allegedly undercounting nursing home deaths and facing sexual harassment allegations. White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki avoided answering whether President Biden still considers Cuomo the "gold standard" of leadership, opting to "circle back" instead.

Fox News anchor Ed Henry was fired following allegations of sexual harassment and a BDSM relationship with a co-worker. Subsequent lawsuits have targeted other high-profile figures at the network, including Tucker Carlson and Sean Hannity. The hosts discuss the media's framing of Fox News as a "white supremacist cell."

The fictional radio duo "Weenie and the Butt" has been rebranded as "Devon and Lawrence" following satirical allegations of sexual misconduct. The bit parodies corporate overcorrection in the media industry and the tropes of drive-time radio. This segment serves as a humorous commentary on the "Me Too" movement's impact on entertainment culture.

The media narrative has shifted from "Believe All Women" during the Brett Kavanaugh hearings to "All Women Should Be Heard" in the case of Joe Biden. The Associated Press also faced criticism for changing a headline regarding Tara Reade's complaint to downplay the sexual harassment aspect. This perceived double standard is a major point of contention in the political discourse.