3 chapters across the catalog
Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an advisory stating that 48% of parents feel "completely overwhelmed" by stress related to finances, safety, and social media. The advisory calls for employers to provide more paid leave and affordable child care. The hosts interpret the report as psychological warfare intended to discourage people from having children.
New Yorker Migration to Texas and Cultural Bubbles
An anecdote about a dinner party in Texas highlights the cultural friction experienced by New Yorkers who have recently relocated to the state. The conversation touches on differing regional reactions to the overturning of Roe v. Wade and the perception of Russian forces in Ukraine. The hosts reflect on the "deconstruction bubble" they inhabit compared to those following New York Times or MSNBC narratives.
Scent-Based Stress Relief and Stink Shirts
Research published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology claims that the scent of a romantic partner can lower stress levels, while the smell of a stranger increases anxiety. The hosts brainstorm a "Stink Shirt" product for the No Agenda shop that would use familiar scents to provide comfort to listeners.
