Topic: Speed Bump

2 chapters across the catalog

Climate Chaos
Episode 617 2:02:36 - 2:08:33

617: Climate Chaos

Net Neutrality Analogies and the "Fast Lane" Misconception

The hosts play and critique a "condescending" video explaining Net Neutrality using road and pipe analogies. Adam argues that no ISP is actually asking to "remove" Net Neutrality because it isn't a formal law, and that the "fast lane" debate was actually sparked by Netflix seeking specific peering advantages, not by ISPs wanting to "speed bump" the web.

US-EU Framework Agreement
Episode 307 59:58 - 1:01:01

307: US-EU Framework Agreement

The Beast, Obama's Car Stuck in Ireland

The presidential limousine, known as "The Beast," got stuck on a speed bump while exiting the U.S. Embassy in Dublin, Ireland. The vehicle's low clearance caused it to bottom out, resulting in a loud scraping sound. Official reports claimed President Obama was not in the vehicle at the time of the incident.