6 chapters across the catalog
Severe weather featuring 100-mile-per-hour winds and "drunk-natoes" struck the Illinois and Wisconsin region, causing significant power outages for the hosts. The discussion covers the reliability of the Max Velocity weather channel on YouTube compared to local news. They also examine the business model of professional storm chasing, which relies on YouTube ad revenue and Super Chat donations.
The hosts predict the outcome of Super Bowl LIII between the New England Patriots and the Los Angeles Rams. There is speculation that the game may be "rigged" to favor the Rams to boost the NFL's presence in the Los Angeles market. The Patriots are characterized as "nationalists," while the Rams are associated with "goat power."
Super Bowl Predictions, Samantha Power Departure
Geopolitical analysis is applied to sports with a prediction that the Green Bay Packers will defeat the Pittsburgh Steelers in the Super Bowl. The show wraps up with final thoughts on Samantha Power's departure from the UN and her potential future in the private sector.
John Dvorak discusses his personal experiences with Tourette's Syndrome, suggesting that the condition provides him with "superpower" reaction times and an ability to memorize numbers and addresses. He notes similar physical tics in professional baseball players like Coco Crisp and explains why he prefers not to do video for the podcast.
The 33-minute power outage during Super Bowl XLVII is scrutinized for potential rigging or betting involvement. Governor Chris Christie's observation of NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell's calm demeanor during the blackout is highlighted. The hosts speculate that the outage was a deliberate move to influence the point spread or momentum of the game.
Super Bowl Power Outage, Rigged Sports, and European Soccer
The 33-minute power outage during Super Bowl XLVII is scrutinized as a potential fix to influence betting spreads. This is compared to a massive Europol investigation into 680 rigged professional soccer matches in Europe. The hosts theorize that professional sports are scripted entertainment designed for social control and gambling revenue.
