Topic: Solar Impulse 2

The Solar Impulse 2, a solar-powered aircraft, is criticized as it attempts a flight around the world. The hosts argue that its top speed of 35 mph and fragile design demonstrate the poor power-to-weight ratio of current solar technology. They compare it unfavorably to the Wright brothers' early achievements and fossil-fuel-powered aviation, dismissing it as a "technological marvel" that lacks practical utility.

The Greek government's shutdown of its public broadcasting station is noted amidst ongoing austerity demands from the Troika. In a separate story, the "Solar Impulse" electric plane's slow cross-country flight is mocked for its inefficiency, taking 21 hours to travel from Dallas to St. Louis at 33 miles per hour.