Topic: Warren G Harding

A comparison is drawn between the current era and the early 1920s, noting parallels between the Spanish Flu and COVID-19, and the Russian Civil War and the current Ukraine conflict. The hosts suggest Kamala Harris mirrors Calvin Coolidge's background as a former lawyer and governor, potentially ushering in a new "Roaring Twenties" characterized by a hands-off government approach.

A "three by three" analysis of network news coverage for Veterans Day compares reports from NBC, CBS, and ABC. NBC featured a segment on service dogs for veterans with PTSD, while CBS aired a historical piece on President Warren G. Harding and the 1921 dedication of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The hosts critique the production quality and engagement levels of these traditional media tributes.

Hillary Clinton's new book, "Hard Choices," is reportedly struggling with weak sales, moving only about 60,000 to 100,000 copies. Critics point to a "creepy" cover photo, excessive length (600 pages), and a boring book tour as reasons for the poor performance. The book is seen as a transparent attempt to "soft-pedal" her record and cover her tracks regarding the Benghazi scandal.