Topic: Uma

8 chapters across the catalog

Maiden America
Episode 1493 2:28:09 - 2:32:00

1493: Maiden America

Nutritional Psychiatry and Brain Foods for Children

Dr. Uma Naidoo, a nutritional psychiatrist at Harvard Medical School, recommends six categories of "brain foods" for children, including wild-caught salmon, leafy greens, and eggs. The hosts criticize the list for omitting meat proteins and suggest that "wild-caught" salmon is increasingly difficult to find in standard supermarkets. They also mock the doctor's appearance in relation to her health advice.

Killer Crickets
Episode 1102 40:17 - 45:54

1102: Killer Crickets

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Social Media Management Theory

Analysis of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s social media presence suggests her tweets may be written by professional public relations staff rather than herself. Comparisons are drawn between her public persona and former Clinton aide Uma Abedin, suggesting she is a "manufactured" political force. The theory posits that her background as a waitress is part of a carefully crafted political machine.

Circular Reporting
Episode 1005 1:32:41 - 1:35:23

1005: Circular Reporting

Uma Thurman, Harvey Weinstein Assault Allegations

Actress Uma Thurman detailed allegations of sexual assault against producer Harvey Weinstein in hotel rooms in London and Paris during the 1990s. Thurman also claimed that her rejection of Weinstein's advances strained her relationship with director Quentin Tarantino, who allegedly forced her to perform a dangerous car stunt on the set of Kill Bill.

Putin's Playbook
Episode 931 1:52:37 - 1:56:14

931: Putin's Playbook

Anthony Weiner Guilty Plea, Kim Dotcom and Seth Rich

Anthony Weiner pleaded guilty to transferring obscene material to a minor. Meanwhile, Kim Dotcom claimed on Twitter that he worked with the late Seth Rich to provide data to WikiLeaks, offering to provide written testimony. The hosts speculate on the safety of individuals connected to the DNC leaks, including Chelsea Manning and Weiner.

Juloon
Episode 754 2:21:46 - 2:27:00

754: Juloon

National Enquirer Allegations of Hillary Clinton's Secret Lifestyle

The National Enquirer claims that Hillary Clinton's deleted emails contain references to a "secret lesbian lifestyle" and various lovers. The tabloid suggests Clinton is more afraid of these personal revelations than the political fallout from Benghazi. The hosts discuss the Enquirer's history of accuracy in high-profile scandals, such as the John Edwards and O.J. Simpson cases.

Bots & Girls!
Episode 566 1:30:17 - 1:32:32

566: Bots & Girls!

Stripper Jingle Performance and Stage Names

The hosts perform a series of "Make It Rain" jingles featuring fictional stage names like Uma, Mercedes, and Dr. Katya. These segments are used to acknowledge specific listener donations in a theatrical, high-energy style.

Episode 399 2:32:15 - 2:43:49

399: Hip-Check China

National Cell Phone Database and User Managed Access

The government and major carriers are creating a national database of cell phones, ostensibly to track stolen devices. The hosts argue this is actually a setup for "User Managed Access" (UMA), a protocol allowing carriers to act as middlemen for personal data. They warn that this system will allow phone companies to further monetize and control user information.