Topic: Sports Fans

2 chapters across the catalog

Obamable
Episode 1243 1:59:35 - 2:01:56

1243: Obamable

Fox Sports Virtual Fans, Crowd Noise Simulation

Fox Sports is reportedly planning to use virtual fans and pre-recorded crowd noise for upcoming broadcasts of games played in empty stadiums. The hosts argue that this confirms their theory that professional sports are "rigged" and highly manufactured. They mock the idea of "canned laughter" for sports and the replaceability of live audiences.

Carbon Credits and the CIA
Episode 64 7:34 - 10:06

64: Carbon Credits and the CIA

Oil Price Predictions, Bandwagon Jumping Claims

A host addresses criticism regarding past predictions of oil reaching $200 a barrel when the price was actually $126. The discussion touches on the concept of being a "bandwagon jumper" in both financial markets and sports. Correspondence from the "East Coast Research Division" is mentioned in relation to these shifting market stances.