Topic: Wednesday

A high-value donation of $2,447 from "Sir Anonymous of Dogpatch" is decoded as a message regarding the Iran conflict. The number 47 is linked to the 47 years of the Islamic Republic, while 24 is identified as a defunct police code for "assignment finished." The donor's note also reflects on the rare coincidence of Ramadan and Ash Wednesday.

"Green Wednesday" has emerged as a major day for cannabis sales, popularized by the "cousin walk" trend where family members step away from Thanksgiving dinner to consume marijuana. Brands like Hidden Valley and Taco Bell have reportedly leaned into the trend for marketing purposes.

The host apologizes for an error in the newsletter regarding the date of Easter. This leads to a discussion about Ash Wednesday observations in the media, specifically mentioning Judge Jeanine Pirro and Boston Mayor Michelle Wu appearing on television with ash crosses on their foreheads.

John C. Dvorak provides the "Tip of the Day," recommending automatic chicken coop doors for poultry owners. He mentions his daughter Jay's upcoming honeymoon to Japan. The show concludes with a discussion of "Blackout Wednesday" and an end-of-show music mix featuring clips of New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Senator Lindsey Graham.

The observance of Ash Wednesday and Lent is noted as a form of religious virtue signaling among Catholics. During the Super Bowl, Taylor Swift's associate, Ice Spice, was observed making hand gestures interpreted by some as satanic symbols. This behavior is criticized as inappropriate for a national broadcast on CBS.

President Biden is seen with ashes on his forehead for Ash Wednesday, sparking a discussion on his public display of Catholic identity. When questioned about his support for abortion rights, Dr. Jill Biden is observed ushering him away from the press. The hosts compare the display to other religious traditions and question its appropriateness for a sitting president.

The hosts transition to show logistics, thanking the "trolls" in the chat room and discussing the weekly artwork. Nick the Rat's depiction of Greta Thunberg as Wednesday Addams is praised. They also announce a "Dame Donation Drive" to encourage more women to support the show, featuring a musical mix by Sir Chris Wilson.

A PBS NewsHour report on "cloning" cherry blossoms in Washington D.C. is ridiculed by the hosts. They point out that "cloning" trees via cuttings and grafting is the standard, centuries-old method of propagation for fruit and ornamental trees. They mock PBS and NPR for presenting basic agricultural techniques as high-tech scientific breakthroughs.

The hosts discuss the value of No Agenda producer credits, noting that they are legitimate titles that can be used on resumes and IMDB. They also announce the birth of "Wednesday Kane," a new addition to the "Gitmo Nation" community born to producer Ramsey Cain. The child was born on a Saturday but named Wednesday, which the hosts find amusing.

A PBS NewsHour segment on "Science Wednesday" reported on efforts to "clone" Washington D.C.'s cherry blossom trees. The hosts mock the report for treating cloning as a high-tech breakthrough, noting that fruit trees and grapes have been propagated through cuttings and grafting (cloning) for centuries. They criticize the PBS staff for a fundamental lack of scientific understanding regarding basic horticulture.

The hosts discuss reports of a significant increase in miscarriages among women who received the flu vaccine. They share a listener's story about avoiding the vaccine and successfully delivering a healthy baby named Wednesday. The segment questions why the same flu strains seem to return annually and the government's push for specific vaccinations.

A new listener named Wednesday Kane is welcomed to the "human resources" of the show. The discussion shifts to Vice President Joe Biden's claims regarding the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. The hosts contrast Biden's statements with United Nations reports suggesting a military presence through at least 2014.

Vice President Joe Biden appeared in public with a dark mark on his forehead, which was identified as ashes for Ash Wednesday. The hosts discuss the timing of Lent and the visibility of the religious ritual in cities like San Francisco.