Topic: Uncle Don

The hosts discuss Mike Benz's recent viral critique of the book "Legacy of Ashes" by Tim Weiner. While Benz dismisses the book as a "limited hangout" that portrays the CIA as incompetent rather than nefarious, the hosts maintain the book's historical value while considering if the new criticism is intended to resurface the text.

The hosts announce several birthdays, including Dame Isabella and the host's Uncle Don. Additionally, Sir Anthony Farmer has officially changed his title to Sir Alf of the Netherrealm.

Kanye West's meeting with Donald Trump in the Oval Office is analyzed following intense media backlash. CNN's Don Lemon characterized the visit as a "minstrel show," a term historically used to describe blackface performances, and suggested West was embarrassing the African-American community. The hosts argue that the media is intentionally using soundbites to make West appear unhinged while ignoring the substance of his remarks.

A heated debate on CNN featured Don Lemon and other commentators attacking Trump supporter Paris Dennard. During the segment, Dennard was essentially accused of being an "Uncle Tom" for his Republican views, leading to a shouting match about his "blackness." The format of CNN's panel discussions is criticized as reprehensible, unwatchable, and unhealthy for public discourse.

Listeners thank the hosts for improving their public speaking by highlighting common verbal crutches. The segment features a tribute to "Uncle Don" and his book *Potsherds*. It concludes with a "Mac and Cheese" karma montage inspired by Obama's turkey names, featuring an Ayn Rand parody.

Observations on Kim Jong Un's recent public appearances suggest he looks out of place, with the hosts noting his Swiss education and time spent in Paris. This leads to a personal anecdote about "Uncle Don," a former high-ranking official who reportedly watches mainstream news with the same skepticism as the hosts, identifying "CIA scripted messages" in real-time.