Topic: Stampede

Baron Kevin McLaughlin was upgraded to the "Duke of Luna" following a significant donation. The show also promoted a full calendar of global meetups, including events in Portland, Oklahoma City, and Killeen, Texas. These gatherings are encouraged as a way for listeners to maintain their "amygdala in check" and connect with like-minded individuals in a judgment-free environment.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faced criticism during the Calgary Stampede for previously omitting Alberta from a list of provinces in a Canada Day speech. His appearance at the event, characterized as "Cowboy Halloween," was seen as a calculated effort to mend relations with conservative Albertans. The segment also included a "Zika" jingle request from a Canadian donor.

A stampede at a soccer match screening in Turin, Italy, resulted in over 1,000 injuries after a false bomb alarm triggered mass panic. Simultaneously, a shooting incident was reported in Copenhagen, Denmark. These events are cited as evidence of a high state of public anxiety and the potential for government-mandated behavioral control during crises.

Sir Richard Bagwell and DJ Anonymous are thanked for their donations. The conversation briefly turns to the Calgary Stampede in Canada, with Adam Curry reminiscing about "barrel racing" and the atmosphere of the event. They discuss "job karma" and "home safety karma" for the donors.

A donor from New York discusses workplace bullying, while another from Calgary asks Adam Curry to talk about "the Grays" (aliens). Curry notes that reports of the Grays have diminished since Art Bell left the air, suggesting they may have gone underground or given up on humanity. The segment also includes a brief appreciation for the Calgary Stampede's barrel racing.