5 chapters across the catalog
Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger sparked controversy by saying "screw your freedom" regarding those who refuse to wear masks or get vaccinated. He compared pandemic restrictions to traffic lights, arguing that individual rights end when they affect others. The hosts criticize Schwarzenegger's stance, noting his Austrian background and the authoritarian tone of his remarks.
The C19ID project has introduced color-coded wristbands to signal social distancing preferences, with red meaning "give me space" and green indicating positive antibody tests. A local news report from KTVU in San Francisco featured the project, noting that proceeds go to first responder charities. The system is compared to the post-9/11 color-coded terror threat levels used at airports.
A fatal accident in San Jose involving a bicyclist attempting to beat a light rail train prompts a discussion on bicycle culture and entitlement. The hosts contrast the chaotic behavior of American cyclists with the disciplined "bicycle culture" of Amsterdam. The segment criticizes the implementation of underutilized bike paths in cities like Austin and Berkeley, which the hosts argue increases traffic congestion.
Traffic Light Placement and the Trolley Track Invention
A discussion on the difficulty of seeing poorly placed traffic lights in different U.S. cities leads to a humorous invention idea. One host proposes a car with a hole in the floor and a lever to grip San Francisco's trolley cables for a free ride. The segment concludes with a bet on the future viability of self-driving cars.
John C. Dvorak recounts his experience driving through the "one-way grid" in Portland, Oregon. The discussion explores the legality of making left turns on red lights when transitioning between one-way streets. They note that while New York City prohibits most turns on red, states like Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Alaska have specific allowances for these maneuvers that often confuse out-of-state drivers.
