Topic: Wise

The hosts discuss a new payment system called Wise (formerly TransferWise) used by a donor. They compare the fees of various systems, noting that traditional wire transfers often incur a $20 incoming fee, making small transfers inefficient. They advise listeners to avoid sending small amounts via wire or PayPal to ensure the show actually receives the value.

A sixth-grade teacher inquired about applying the "Value for Value" model to the education system as an alternative to traditional funding. The discussion explored how institutions like museums and churches have historically used similar mechanisms. Additionally, the segment covered the expansion of international payment options like Stripe and Wise to facilitate global contributions as PayPal faces restrictions in certain regions.

Actor Kevin Spacey was found not liable in a $40 million sexual battery lawsuit brought by Anthony Rapp. The jury took less than 90 minutes to reach the verdict, which Spacey's team attributed to the "naked truth." The hosts discuss Spacey's career, his connection to producer Dana Brunetti through "House of Cards," and his early acting roles in the series "Wise Guy."

The show is emphasizing alternative support methods including Zelle, Wise, and Popmoney following issues with PayPal. Proper account naming is required for Zelle transfers to ensure funds reach the production account rather than personal accounts, which is critical for IRS compliance. The discussion notes that emotional triggers in writing often lead to better engagement, even if it results in temporary listener offense.

A New Yorker article by Jeff Wise proposes a theory that flight MH370 was hijacked by Russian special ops and flown to Kazakhstan. The hosts note that while many technical theories are labeled "crackpot," this one is treated as acceptable by the media because it blames Vladimir Putin. They mock the idea that Russian agents accessed the plane's computers through a "locked hatch."