12 chapters across the catalog
A viral video appearing to show Kamala Harris acting "drunk" or "stoned" while speaking about being a "joyful warrior" is analyzed. The hosts debate the authenticity of the clip, noting the blurry quality and background music often used to mask digital manipulation.
A viral TikTok video featuring a person complaining about being called "sir" in high-end restaurants is analyzed as a potential staged stunt. The individual in the video repeatedly calls for managers after being "misgendered," leading to speculation that the goal is to receive free meals. The segment highlights how restaurants are often afraid of going viral for the wrong reasons on social media.
Old Media Rules, Internet Investigation, and Fartgate
The hosts contrast the "old rules" of legacy media with the decentralized investigative power of the internet. A viral moment dubbed "Fartgate," involving a loud noise during an MSNBC interview between Chris Matthews and Eric Swalwell, is analyzed. While Swalwell denied responsibility, the hosts debate whether the sound originated from a leather chair in the studio or the halls of Congress, noting the entertainment value such gaffes provide in an otherwise dry news cycle.
Viral Video Skepticism, Staged Social Media Content
A viral video showing two toddlers, Maxwell and Finnegan, hugging on a sidewalk is criticized as being potentially staged for social media engagement. The segment explores the trend of "staged" viral content, citing past examples like a girl falling into a table of candles. Such videos are often produced to generate views rather than capturing spontaneous moments.
A specific audio clip of a woman repeatedly saying "It's true" has gained unexpected popularity among the show's audience and producers. The hosts recall a related, "loony" segment where individuals discussed the feelings of dead trees and grass, which has since been incorporated into musical remixes by show producers.
A photo of approximately 60 male students from Baraboo High School in Wisconsin giving a Nazi salute went viral, sparking international condemnation. The image, taken before a junior prom, was posted with the hashtag "Baraboo Proud." School officials and local authorities are investigating the incident, which has become a flashpoint for discussions on hate symbols and student behavior in the social media age.
A Michigan college student gained viral attention by filling a large pothole with cereal and milk and eating from it to protest road conditions. In a separate segment, the hosts discuss new millennial slang where "pretty" and "very" are contracted to the letters "P" and "V," such as "V cool" or "P good."
An analysis of Twitter accounts using audit tools suggests that a high percentage of followers for major accounts are fake or automated bots. These bots can be used by public relations agencies to artificially inflate "retweets" and force topics to trend, creating a false sense of viral importance. This manipulation allows entities to influence public perception through machine learning and automated social activity.
Topless Women Read Books, Australian Media, Australian Accents
Adam Curry discusses a clip from an Australian media personality named Maynard involving a website called "Topless Women Read Books." The segment features a woman reading the Declaration of Independence while topless, which the hosts criticize as a mockery of the text. They debate the quality of the production and the lack of intellectual engagement from the reader.
CNN's Jeannie Moos produced a segment featuring young children who are enthusiastic supporters of Donald Trump. The hosts praise the high production quality of the "package," noting its clever use of historical clips and social media commentary. They debate whether the segment was intended to humiliate Trump or if it served as effective promotion.
The Dress Color Meme and Global Psychological Programming
The hosts analyze the viral "The Dress" meme, debating whether the garment is blue and black or white and gold. They suggest the rapid global spread of the image was a coordinated test of psychological programming and social media speed. The discussion touches on how people defend their perceptions and the potential dangers of such mass influence.
Social Media as an International Health Disaster
Social media is characterized as an "international health disaster" that exacerbates gossip and narcissism. The hosts note that the terminology used—such as "viral"—mirrors that of a pandemic. An anecdote is shared about a woman who aggressively forces people into selfies, highlighting the intrusive and soul-chipping nature of modern digital interactions.
